Australian Metals and Mining Stock News

BHP Group has reached a supply agreement with China Mineral Resources Group, resolving a months long dispute that affected iron ore shipments to China. The deal is aimed at restoring more stable supply to Chinese steel mills, which are key customers for BHP's iron ore business. BHP has also announced that Brandon Craig is set to become CEO from July 2026, marking an upcoming leadership change. For investors watching ASX:BHP, these developments arrive with the stock trading at A$56.03. The...

In April 2026, Woodside Energy updated investors at its AGM on past operational performance, project progress at Scarborough and Louisiana LNG, and sustainability efforts, while also securing a Federal Court settlement that ended Greenpeace’s climate-reporting case. Together with a new 20-year hybrid tugboat contract for the Louisiana LNG terminal, these developments reduced legal uncertainty and underlined long-term project commitment in North America. We’ll now examine how the Greenpeace...

For investors wondering whether Goodman Group at around A$29.31 is offering fair value or looking stretched, this article walks through what current prices might be implying about the stock. The share price has seen mixed returns, with a 15.6% gain over the last 30 days, a 2.9% return over 1 year and a 56.9% return over 3 years, while year to date the stock is down 4.9% and the 7-day move is a 0.7% decline. Recent coverage has focused on Goodman Group’s position within Australian real estate...

Earlier this week, DroneShield Limited announced it would release its Q1 2026 results pre‑market on 22 April, followed by an earnings call on 23 April, shortly after the Australian government outlined plans to allocate up to A$7 billion to counter‑drone defence spending. This alignment between new government counter‑drone funding intentions and DroneShield’s existing A$2.20 billion sales pipeline has sharpened investor attention on the company’s ability to convert prospective deals into...

As global markets experience a lift from de-escalating Middle East tensions and positive economic data, small-cap stocks have shown notable resilience, with the Russell 2000 Index rising by 11.89% year-to-date. In this environment of cautious optimism, identifying small-cap companies with strong fundamentals and noteworthy insider activity can offer intriguing opportunities for investors seeking growth potential amidst broader market momentum.

As Australian shares navigate a complex landscape marked by fluctuating global tensions and commodity prices, investors are increasingly seeking opportunities outside the major indices. Penny stocks, though an older term, continue to represent smaller or newer companies that may offer potential value and growth. By focusing on those with strong financials and clear growth potential, investors can discover promising opportunities in these less prominent sectors of the market.

Last week, GBM Resources Limited ( ASX:GBM ) insiders, who had purchased shares in the previous 12 months were rewarded...

The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...

The analysts covering Syrah Resources Limited ( ASX:SYR ) delivered a dose of negativity to shareholders today, by...

In the last week, the Australian market has stayed flat, yet it is up 14% over the past year with earnings forecasted to grow by 12% annually. In this context of steady growth and positive earnings outlook, identifying undervalued stocks can offer potential opportunities for investors seeking to capitalize on market inefficiencies.

Australian shares are poised for a slight decline, reflecting global market uncertainties surrounding the U.S.-Israeli ceasefire with Iran and fluctuating oil prices. Despite these broader market challenges, penny stocks continue to capture investor interest due to their potential for growth at lower price points. While the term 'penny stock' might seem outdated, these smaller or newer companies can still offer significant opportunities when backed by strong financials and solid fundamentals.

In April 2026, Treasury Wine Estates launched Convida in the US, a California-produced Latino-inspired wine brand debuting Blanco and Rosado at a suggested US$14.99 per bottle, initially in Texas and California with Florida to follow. By co-creating Convida with thousands of Hispanic consumers and emphasizing culturally resonant flavors, packaging, and cocktail versatility, TWE is directly targeting one of the fastest-growing wine-drinking demographics in the US. We’ll now consider how...

Predictive Discovery (ASX:PDI) is attracting investor attention after recent share price moves, with the stock showing a 34% return over the past month and 18% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Predictive Discovery. At the latest share price of A$0.965, Predictive Discovery’s recent 1 month share price return of 34% and year to date share price return of 32.19% sit alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 168.06%. This indicates that momentum has been building over...

Lynas Rare Earths recently secured a 10-year extension from the Malaysian government to continue processing rare earths at its refinery, reinforcing its role in global supply diversification away from China. This long-term approval effectively underpins Lynas’s processing footprint in Southeast Asia, a key asset as governments and manufacturers reassess critical mineral supply chains. We’ll now examine how this decade-long Malaysian processing approval shapes Lynas Rare Earths’ investment...

What BHP Group’s Recent Returns Tell You Now BHP Group (ASX:BHP) has drawn renewed attention after a solid run in its share price, with the stock up about 19% over the past month and 17% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for BHP Group. The recent 30 day share price return of 19.23% and year to date share price return of 22.75% sit alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 55.11%. This points to momentum that has been building rather than fading. If you are looking beyond...

The Albanese government’s plan to invest up to A$7 billion in counter drone defence spending has thrown a fresh spotlight on DroneShield (ASX:DRO), just as it heads into its Q1 2026 results. See our latest analysis for DroneShield. DroneShield’s A$3.83 share price comes after a strong run, with a 1 year total shareholder return above 200% and multi year returns above 10x, even as the 90 day share price return shows a 19% pullback that reflects investors reassessing execution risks, leadership...

Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) has put out its H1 2026 scorecard with trailing 12 month revenue of A$1.7b and basic EPS of A$0.15, while the latest reported half year in 2025 showed revenue of A$849 million and a basic EPS loss of A$0.06 as one offs fed through the income statement. Over recent halves, revenue has moved from A$783 million in H2 2024 to A$799 million in H1 2025 and A$849 million in H2 2025, with basic EPS stepping from A$0.20 in H2 2024 to A$0.26 in H1 2025 before that H2 loss...

4DMedical Limited (ASX:4DX) was added to the S&P/ASX 200 Index on 13 April 2026, marking its entry into Australia’s benchmark equities basket. This index inclusion could broaden 4DMedical’s investor base as index-tracking funds and institutional portfolios reassess their exposure to the company. We’ll now examine how 4DMedical’s addition to the S&P/ASX 200 may reshape its investment narrative and longer-term risk profile. Find 10 companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below...

Regulatory penalty and disclosure breach Electro Optic Systems Holdings (ASX:EOS) is back in focus after the Federal Court ordered the company to pay a A$4 million penalty for breaching continuous disclosure requirements on its 2022 revenue guidance. See our latest analysis for Electro Optic Systems Holdings. The Federal Court ruling lands at a time when momentum in Electro Optic Systems Holdings shares has been positive, with a 1-day share price return of 5.10% and shorter term moves feeding...

If you are wondering whether Light & Wonder at around A$126 a share is priced for opportunity or already fully valued, this article is for you. The stock has returned 2.8% over the last 7 days and 13.8% over the last 30 days, while the year to date return sits at a 19.1% decline and the 1 year return is 3.3%. Recent coverage has focused on Light & Wonder as a key name in the broader hospitality and gaming space, with attention on how its mix of content and technology positions it among...

CrowdStrike’s latest update to its Managed Security Service Provider model across Japan and Asia Pacific puts Dicker Data (ASX:DDR) in focus, as the distributor supports AI-driven cybersecurity offerings for small and medium-sized businesses. See our latest analysis for Dicker Data. The CrowdStrike MSSP expansion arrives as Dicker Data’s shares trade at A$9.12, with a 30 day share price return of 6.42% and a 90 day share price return of 9.79%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 18.69% and...

We wouldn't blame Technology One Limited ( ASX:TNE ) shareholders if they were a little worried about the fact that...

ASX Limited has completed Release 1 of its CHESS Project, with the new clearing system successfully cut over and all Approved Market Operators connected ahead of market open, following extensive testing to support higher trading volumes on a modern, resilient platform. This marks a major step in ASX’s technology modernisation, showing how the exchange is rebuilding critical market infrastructure in stages while keeping project costs for Release 1 within the previously guided A$125.00...

The recent 16% drop in Ballymore Resources Limited's ( ASX:BMR ) stock could come as a blow to insiders who purchased...