Australian Professional Services Stock News

Deterra Royalties Limited recently announced the sale of its non-core La Preciosa silver assets for US$22 million, generating an expected pre-tax profit of US$6.2 million and reaffirmed its focus on base, bulk, and battery and electrification commodities. This move highlights the company’s intent to strengthen its balance sheet through debt reduction while sharpening its commodity exposure amid changing industry dynamics. We will now consider how the La Preciosa divestment may influence...

Pro Medicus (ASX:PME) just gave investors plenty to think about after releasing its annual earnings and following it up with a bigger dividend. The company posted strong numbers for the financial year, notching higher sales and a significant jump in net income compared to last year. To cap it off, management lifted the fully franked final dividend from 22 cents to 30 cents per share. This move signals real confidence in both the business and the company’s ability to keep delivering for...

New Hope (ASX:NHC) has just released its Q4 and annual production and sales results, along with fresh production guidance for the coming year. The main headline for investors is the increase in output and sales compared to last year, as well as a clear signal of confidence from management shown by a completed share buyback. In an industry known for operational surprises, these updates are notable for the transparency they bring to the company’s trajectory and goals. This news follows a year...

In recent days, Commonwealth Bank of Australia reversed plans to cut 45 jobs after its AI chatbot increased call volumes and customer dissatisfaction, and separately announced new board appointments, an ordinary dividend of A$2.60 per share for the half-year, and changes to its buyback plan. These events highlight the challenges and opportunities facing the bank as it balances digital transformation with workforce stability amid positive signs for lending and consumer sentiment. We will...

Iluka Resources Limited recently announced a lower interim dividend of A$0.02 per share for the half year ended June 30, 2025, following the release of its half-year results, which showed sales declining to A$577.8 million and net income dropping to A$92 million compared to the prior year. This marks a significant adjustment in the company's payout policy, reflecting operational pressures and a shift in financial performance when compared with previous periods. Given the reduced interim...

Mirvac Group recently reported a return to profitability for the year ended June 30, 2025, with net income of A$68 million following a prior-year loss, and announced guidance for increased distributions and operating earnings for fiscal year 2026. The company's improved financial performance, accompanied by expectations of growth in both earnings and distributions, signals an optimistic outlook and potential shift in investor confidence. Given Mirvac’s return to profitability and raised 2026...

Objective Corporation Limited recently reported its full-year 2025 results, highlighting a rise in sales to A$123.5 million and net income to A$35.44 million, alongside the declaration of an unfranked ordinary dividend of A$0.13 per share for the six months ended June 30, 2025. Higher earnings and the new dividend reflect the company’s ongoing focus on increasing shareholder returns while growing its revenue base year-over-year. With a higher full-year net income and a newly announced...

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank recently reported a statutory net loss of A$97.1 million for the year ended June 30, 2025, mainly due to goodwill impairment, alongside stable net interest income of A$1.65 billion and a maintained dividend of A$0.33 per share. Despite the reported loss, the bank highlighted growth in digital banking and reinforced its commitment to sustainability and long-term financial targets in its 2025 Annual Financial Report. We will now assess how the bank's transition to a...

AGL Energy Limited recently announced its financial results for the year ended June 30, 2025, reporting underlying earnings in line with market expectations and confirming a final fully franked dividend of 25 cents per share, determined at a 50% payout ratio to support major battery investments and transformation initiatives. An interesting aspect from these results is that, while AGL reported a statutory net loss due to significant items, it emphasized its underlying earnings as a more...

Stanmore Resources reported its half-year financial results for the period ended June 30, 2025, posting revenue of US$872.2 million and a net loss of US$50.5 million compared to net income in the previous year. This swing from profit to loss, alongside a significant year-on-year revenue drop, highlights operational and market headwinds impacting the business during the period. We'll explore how this financial downturn, marked by a shift to a net loss, impacts Stanmore Resources' investment...

Resolute Mining Limited recently announced its half-year results for the period ended June 30, 2025, reporting net income of US$58.77 million, a significant rise from US$20.95 million in the previous corresponding period, and basic earnings per share of US$0.0289 up from US$0.0098. The marked increase in earnings reflects a substantial improvement in the company’s operational profitability compared to the same period last year. We’ll now explore how this sharp jump in net income could shape...

APA Group recently announced its full-year results, reporting revenue of A$3.20 billion for the year ended June 30, 2025, but net income fell sharply to A$99 million from A$978 million a year earlier, alongside updates on dividend payments and proposed constitutional amendments. This contrast between growing revenues and a significant reduction in net income highlights shifts in APA Group's underlying profitability and investor focus on earnings quality. We will explore how APA Group's...

Evolution Mining Limited recently reported strong full-year operating results, with gold production rising to 750,512 ounces and copper output reaching 76,261 ounces for the year ended June 30, 2025, alongside a significant increase in revenue and net income compared to the previous year. Following these robust results, the company increased its fully franked dividend to A$0.13 per security and reaffirmed its production guidance for fiscal 2026, highlighting continued confidence in its...

On August 21, 2025, GQG Partners Inc. announced its half-year earnings, reporting revenue of US$403.04 million and net income of US$230.16 million, both up from the previous year, along with a lower quarterly dividend of US$0.03560 per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. While GQG Partners delivered higher earnings and revenue, the reduced dividend signals a shift in capital return that could impact investor expectations. We'll examine how the improved financial performance and lower...

On August 13, 2025, MFF Capital Investments Limited reported a full-year revenue of A$632.85 million and net income of A$431.97 million, announced an interim dividend of A$0.09 per share, and appointed Kirsten Morton as Chief Financial Officer and Matthew Githens as Chief Risk Officer. The addition of two experienced executives from leading financial institutions signals a substantial focus on enhanced financial stewardship and risk management practices at the company. With the appointment...

Abacus Storage King recently reported its results for the year ended June 30, 2025, with revenue rising to A$225.36 million and net income growing to A$289.05 million, along with updated fiscal year 2026 distribution guidance targeting a 90%-100% payout of funds from operations and a fully franked dividend component. This combination of significant earnings growth and an ambitious payout target underscores management's confidence in the business’s current cash flow sustainability and...

Earlier this month, Life360 reported strong second quarter financial results, including a rise in both revenue and net income, and announced the appointment of Lauren Antonoff as CEO, with founder Chris Hulls transitioning to Executive Chairman. The company also introduced a new No Show Alerts feature for US users, addressing parents' back-to-school concerns by sending notifications only when a loved one fails to arrive at a set location, which highlights Life360’s continued focus on product...

Ventia Services Group recently completed a repurchase of 19,300,000 shares for A$82.7 million, declared an increased interim dividend, and expanded its equity buyback plan authorization by A$50 million to a total of A$150 million. These shareholder-focused initiatives were announced alongside strong half-year earnings, with Ventia reporting higher net income and basic earnings per share compared to the prior year. Let's examine how the improved earnings and expanded buyback may reshape...

Insurance Australia Group Limited recently reported its full-year results for the period ended June 30, 2025, with net income reaching A$1.36 billion, up from A$898 million the previous year, alongside an announced fully paid dividend of A$0.19 per security and an increased ex-dividend payout date in August 2025. This marks a significant improvement in earnings and a boost in shareholder returns, reflecting enhanced profitability and a stronger financial position compared to the previous...

BSP Financial Group Limited recently announced an estimated unfranked ordinary dividend of PGK 0.50 per share for the six months ended June 30, 2025, payable on September 19, 2025, alongside reporting a rise in net income to PGK 572 million and basic earnings per share of PGK 1.225 for the same period. The combination of higher earnings and a proposed dividend increase highlights the company's focus on shareholder returns amid improved financial performance. We'll explore how BSP Financial...

In recent weeks, global markets have experienced a mixed performance, with the S&P 500 and Russell 2000 indices showing gains amid Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's hints at potential rate cuts, while concerns about inflation and labor market weaknesses continue to loom. As small-cap stocks within these indices demonstrate resilience, particularly in sectors like energy and financials, investors are increasingly attentive to opportunities that arise from insider activity as a potential...

As Australian shares aim to surpass 9,000 points on the ASX 200, buoyed by positive market sentiment following the Federal Reserve's recent announcements, investors are keenly observing opportunities across various sectors. Penny stocks, though often seen as a relic of speculative trading days gone by, continue to offer intriguing prospects for growth at accessible price points. These smaller or newer companies can present compelling investment opportunities when supported by strong...

It looks like Orora Limited ( ASX:ORA ) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend date generally...

Readers hoping to buy SHAPE Australia Corporation Limited ( ASX:SHA ) for its dividend will need to make their move...