ASX:BXB
ASX:BXBCommercial Services

Brambles (ASX:BXB): Assessing Valuation as the Share Buyback Signals Confidence and Tightens the Earnings Base

Brambles (ASX:BXB) is back in focus after management ramped up its on market share buyback, steadily retiring shares and signaling confidence in the business while tightening the company’s future earnings per share base. See our latest analysis for Brambles. At A$22.99, Brambles’ share price has eased back over the past quarter even after a strong year to date share price return, while its three year and five year total shareholder returns north of 100% suggest long term momentum is still...
ASX:NHF
ASX:NHFInsurance

How Investors Are Reacting To nib holdings (ASX:NHF) Adding Ex-Bupa CEO To Its Board

In December 2025, nib holdings limited appointed former Bupa Asia Pacific CEO Hisham El-Ansary as an independent Non-Executive Director and confirmed a company secretary change following the transition of Group Executive – Legal & Chief Risk Officer, Roslyn Toms. El-Ansary’s track record leading a business portfolio generating over A$10.00 billion in annual revenue across Australia, New Zealand and Asia adds deep healthcare and insurance expertise to nib’s board at a time of ongoing...
ASX:MTM
ASX:MTMMetals and Mining

Assessing Metallium (ASX:MTM)’s Valuation After ElementUSA Funding Deal for Flash Joule Strategic Metals Project

Metallium (ASX:MTM) has secured a strategic alliance with ElementUSA that supports its Flash Joule Heating technology with up to USD 10.1 million in non dilutive funding and long term revenue sharing. See our latest analysis for Metallium. The ElementUSA alliance lands after a volatile stretch for Metallium, with the share price at A$0.785 and a sharp 1 day share price return decline but a powerful year to date share price return surge, mirrored by an exceptional 1 year total shareholder...
ASX:IMM
ASX:IMMBiotechs

ASX Penny Stocks Spotlight: DUG Technology Among 3 Noteworthy Picks

As Australian shares face a challenging start to the week, influenced by global tech sector declines, investors may find themselves exploring alternative opportunities within the market. Penny stocks, often representing smaller or newer companies, continue to capture interest despite their somewhat outdated label. By focusing on those with solid financial foundations and potential for growth, these stocks can offer surprising value and stability in uncertain times.
ASX:VCX
ASX:VCXRetail REITs

How Investors Are Reacting To Vicinity Centres (ASX:VCX) Divesting Smaller Malls To Fund Flagship Projects

Vicinity Centres has recently sold a portfolio of ten sub-regional and neighbourhood shopping centres to SCA Property Group and one centre to a private investor, progressing its program to recycle capital from non-core assets. The disposals free up funds that Vicinity plans to reinvest into higher-value retail developments and potential securities buy-backs, sharpening its focus on market-leading destination properties and mixed-use opportunities. We will now explore how this refocusing on...
ASX:ORI
ASX:ORIChemicals

Orica (ASX:ORI) Valuation Check as Buyback, AGM and Dividend Support Investor Optimism

Orica (ASX:ORI) ticked higher after investors warmed to its A$500 million share buyback ahead of the 16 December AGM and a dividend landing on 22 December, as Materials sector strength added support. See our latest analysis for Orica. At A$23.65, Orica’s share price has delivered a strong year to date, with a double digit 90 day share price return and robust one year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum is still building as buybacks and dividends reshape the risk reward...
ASX:IPX
ASX:IPXMetals and Mining

3 ASX Growth Stocks With High Insider Ownership

As the Australian market shows signs of recovery with a potential year-end rally, investors are keenly observing growth stocks that may benefit from this positive momentum. In such an environment, companies with high insider ownership can often be appealing as they suggest confidence from those who know the business best.
ASX:NXL
ASX:NXLSoftware

ASX Stocks That May Be Undervalued In December 2025

As the Australian market shows signs of potential recovery with a late-week rally, investors are keenly observing opportunities that might arise from recent economic shifts. In this context, identifying undervalued stocks can be particularly appealing, as they may offer growth potential amidst current market fluctuations and rate adjustments.
ASX:AMI
ASX:AMIMetals and Mining

ASX Penny Stocks To Watch In December 2025

As the Australian market shows signs of a potential rally to close out the year, investors are keenly watching for opportunities that align with these shifting dynamics. Penny stocks, often seen as relics from past market eras, continue to attract attention due to their affordability and growth potential. By focusing on those with strong financial foundations and clear paths forward, investors may uncover promising opportunities among these smaller or newer companies.
ASX:JBH
ASX:JBHSpecialty Retail

How Investors Are Reacting To JB Hi-Fi (ASX:JBH) Major Institutions Cutting Their Stakes

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and First Sentier Investors, along with related entities, have recently disclosed that they no longer hold substantial stakes in JB Hi-Fi, marking a shift in the company’s major institutional shareholder base. This withdrawal of large institutional holders coincides with technical indicators of increased selling pressure, raising questions about how JB Hi-Fi’s ownership changes could influence its future corporate direction. We’ll now examine how the exit of...
ASX:BWP
ASX:BWPRetail REITs

Will a 4.1% Interim Distribution Uplift Change BWP Trust's (ASX:BWP) Income-Focused Narrative?

BWP Management Limited, as responsible entity for BWP Trust, previously announced a preliminary interim distribution estimate of 9.58 cents per stapled security for the six months to 31 December 2025, with an ex-distribution date of 30 December 2025 and an expected payment on 27 February 2026. The 4.1% uplift in the BWP Trust distribution versus the prior period, with no conduit foreign income, highlights resilient domestic cash generation from its Australian property portfolio. We’ll now...
ASX:CYL
ASX:CYLMetals and Mining

How Does Catalyst Metals’ CFO Exit Shape Confidence in Its Financial Stewardship Story (ASX:CYL)?

Catalyst Metals Limited recently announced that its Chief Financial Officer, Elena O’Connor, has departed, with her responsibilities temporarily allocated across the senior leadership team while a search for a permanent replacement is underway. This transition places extra focus on how Catalyst Metals’ leadership manages financial oversight and continuity during a period of executive change. Next, we’ll examine how the CFO departure and the interim sharing of financial responsibilities might...
ASX:NMG
ASX:NMGMetals and Mining

New Murchison Gold (ASX:NMG) Profit Swing Questions Earnings Quality Narrative

New Murchison Gold (ASX:NMG) has just dropped its FY 2025 numbers, with second half revenue landing at about AU$17.9 million and basic EPS at roughly AU$0.00061. This sets up a clean snapshot of how the business is now translating activity into profit. The company has seen revenue move from effectively zero in the second half of FY 2024 to around AU$17.9 million in the latest half, while basic EPS has shifted from about AU$-0.00018 to AU$0.00061 over the same period. This frames a clear...
ASX:WHC
ASX:WHCOil and Gas

How Investors May Respond To Whitehaven Coal (ASX:WHC) Expanding Its Share Buyback Program

Earlier this month, Whitehaven Coal Limited (ASX:WHC) authorized a new share repurchase program of up to 37,115,744 shares, about 4.48% of its issued capital, valued at A$72 million and running through March 31, 2026, while also updating investors on progress under its February 2025 buyback. This fresh authorization, following the repurchase of 4,500,000 shares for A$30.8 million, highlights the Board’s ongoing preference for returning capital via buybacks alongside its existing capital...