ASX:AFI
ASX:AFICapital Markets

Is AFIC’s Move Into Biotechnology a Meaningful Shift in Its Capital Allocation Strategy (ASX:AFI)?

Australian Foundation Investment Company recently reported a decline in full-year profit, driven by lower dividends following a reduction in bank holdings, but maintained its final dividend and declared a special fully franked dividend, which lifted total dividend payments by 21%. This period also saw the company reshape its portfolio by reducing certain exposures and adding new investments like Telix Pharmaceuticals, reflecting a shift towards growth opportunities in targeted cancer...
ASX:PLS
ASX:PLSMetals and Mining

Pilbara Minerals (ASX:PLS) Is Up 22.0% After CATL Lithium Mine Suspension Tightens Global Supply

Earlier this month, Pilbara Minerals presented at the 2025 Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum just as CATL announced a three-month suspension of its Jianxiawo lithium mine in China's Jiangxi province due to a permit issue. This unexpected supply disruption has focused market attention on lithium producers like Pilbara Minerals, given the anticipated tightening in global lithium supply chains. We'll examine how tightening lithium supply from this major Chinese mine suspension could influence...
ASX:PNR
ASX:PNRMetals and Mining

ASX Penny Stocks Spotlight: Archer Materials And Two More Top Picks

As the Australian market wraps up a week of modest gains, investors are reflecting on the Reserve Bank's recent rate cut and its limited impact on trading sentiment. In this context, penny stocks—often smaller or newer companies—remain an intriguing option for those looking to explore beyond the more established names. While the term might seem outdated, these stocks continue to offer potential value through affordability and growth opportunities when backed by solid financials.
ASX:MAD
ASX:MADCommercial Services

Undiscovered Gems in Australia to Explore This August 2025

As global markets experience a wave of optimism, buoyed by expectations of interest rate cuts in the U.S., Australian shares have followed suit, with the ASX 200 futures indicating an upward trend. Amidst this positive market sentiment and potential economic support for commodities, investors might find opportunities in lesser-known small-cap stocks that exhibit strong fundamentals and growth potential.