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The market is treating New Hope like just another high yielding coal stock, yet the numbers tell a more complicated story. The share price closed at A$6.49 on 16 September, up around 20% over three months, while full year net profit margin sits near 9% against roughly 25% a year earlier. Revenue of about A$1.8b and statutory net profit after tax of A$161m show a business still generating solid cash, but also wearing a much thinner cushion on every tonne sold. That squeeze is the headline for...

BHP Group (ASX:BHP) urged investors to vote against shareholder-nominated director Stephen Mayne at the upcoming AGM. The Board cited concerns that Mayne’s views on hybrid AGMs could conflict with BHP’s existing shareholder meeting framework. Mayne has publicly criticised BHP’s approach to investor participation at annual meetings and is seeking a seat on the Board. The Board’s opposition to Mayne over hybrid AGM concerns is only one part of the governance story investors are watching. Check...

The Australian market is poised for a cautious rebound, with the ASX set to open higher despite global challenges like rising oil prices and higher bond yields. In this context, identifying stocks with strong fundamentals becomes crucial for investors seeking stability and potential growth. While the term "penny stock" might seem outdated, it still signifies smaller or emerging companies that can offer significant opportunities. By focusing on those with robust financials and clear growth...

Electro Optic Systems Holdings (ASX:EOS) moved into focus after presenting its Apollo laser system at MSPO 2026. The company showcased AI driven counter drone technology within the NiDAR suite to address growing unmanned aerial threat concerns. For investors watching Electro Optic Systems Holdings over the past year, the MSPO 2026 spotlight lands on a stock that has already seen a very large 3 year total shareholder return of about 7x and a 1 year total shareholder return of 28.73%, even as...

AI data centres are hot, and not just metaphorically, as investors look for the best AI stocks.

EQ Resources (ASX:EQR) has moved into the U.S. tungsten supply chain after agreeing to take a 10% stake in a joint venture that aims to restart the Springer processing plant in Nevada. The Springer deal comes after a powerful run in EQ Resources’ shares, with an 11.7% 1-day return, a 30-day share price return of 38.7%, and a very large 1-year total shareholder return that points to strong momentum rather than a short-lived spike. Spot emerging critical minerals momentum by comparing EQ...

Perpetual Limited has declared an ordinary unfranked dividend of A$0.63 per security for the six months ended 30 June 2026, with the payment made on 2 October 2026 to holders on the 11 September 2026 record date. The size and timing of this dividend sit alongside Perpetual’s ongoing cost and simplification efforts. This puts fresh attention on how cash returns balance with margin ambitions and product diversification plans. We will examine how Perpetual's investment narrative, focused on...

Aristocrat Interactive has broadened its Lightning Link online portfolio, adding Tiki Fire to leading iGaming platforms, while Lightning Link High Stakes secured top rankings in both the U.S. and Canada Eilers Fantini August 2026 performance reports. The strong chart performance of Lightning Link High Stakes in two key North American markets highlights how Aristocrat Leisure’s digital content can gain traction across regional platforms when titles resonate with online players. This article...

Telix Pharmaceuticals reported that the FDA has approved Pixclara, a fluorine 18 based FET PET imaging drug to help differentiate recurrent or progressive glioma from treatment related changes in both adults and children in the United States. The approval of Pixclara as the only FDA cleared radiopharmaceutical imaging drug for glioma in the U.S. gives Telix Pharmaceuticals a differentiated diagnostic product that can plug directly into its existing Precision Medicine commercial and...

As the Australian market navigates a complex landscape of rising oil prices and inflationary pressures, with energy and technology sectors under scrutiny, investors are keenly observing how these factors might influence the broader economic outlook. In such an environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can offer unique insights into potential resilience and alignment of interests between management and shareholders.

Amidst the backdrop of fluctuating oil prices and global economic concerns, the Australian market is navigating a complex landscape with energy and mining sectors under pressure, while technology stocks face renewed scrutiny. In this environment, identifying promising small-cap stocks that can withstand inflationary pressures and interest rate fluctuations becomes crucial for investors seeking to uncover hidden opportunities.

The Australian market is navigating a complex landscape, with rising oil prices and inflation concerns influencing investor sentiment. Amidst these broader economic challenges, identifying promising investment opportunities requires a focus on companies with solid fundamentals and growth potential. While the term "penny stocks" might evoke thoughts of bygone trading days, these smaller or newer companies can still offer significant upside when they possess strong financials.

New Hope Corporation Limited reported full year 2026 results showing sales of A$1,766.53 million, revenue of A$1,803.97 million, and net income of A$160.96 million, with basic earnings per share from continuing operations at A$0.191. The sharp drop in net income and earnings per share against relatively stable revenue suggests pressure on New Hope's cost structure and overall profitability. We will now assess how New Hope's weaker earnings and compressed profitability may influence its...

Global trade is quietly being rewired by AI, and the companies that move, track, and clear goods across borders are on the front line of that shift. As AI-related products account for a growing share of world commerce, the firms that keep those flows running could see their role become more important. This article explores three large-cap stocks exposed to this AI trade story and explains why they may deserve a closer look now. The three examples below are only a starting sample, since the...

AI is creeping into trade compliance, governments are racing to secure critical minerals, and India is throwing Rs 34,300 crore behind its National Critical Mineral Mission. That combination is quietly reshaping where capital, contracts, and supply deals might flow next. If you care about how this could ripple into lithium, copper, rare earths, and recycling related stocks, this piece walks through 3 stocks that appear positively exposed to this news. The three stocks below are just a sample,...

The Australian market is experiencing a volatile phase, influenced by rising oil prices and global economic uncertainties, which are affecting sectors like energy and technology. Amidst these fluctuations, investors often look beyond established giants to explore opportunities in smaller or newer companies known as penny stocks. Despite the term's outdated connotation, penny stocks continue to attract attention for their potential to offer significant returns when supported by strong...

GQG Partners has faced more than a year of consecutive monthly fund outflows, including US$4.3b in August, and is now set to be removed from the ASX 200 after a decline in market capitalization. The planned exit from the ASX 200 highlights how persistent redemptions and a pivot back into technology and semiconductor holdings are reshaping GQG Partners' business mix and operational pressures. We will now explore how GQG Partners' investment narrative is affected by its ASX 200 removal after...

Insiders who acquired AU$2.07m worth of Eden Innovations Ltd's ( ASX:EDE ) stock at an average price of AU$0.12 in the...

Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...

Whilst it may not be a huge deal, we thought it was good to see that the Bapcor Limited ( ASX:BAP ) CEO, MD & Director...

Insiders who acquired AU$84.0k worth of Vital Metals Limited's ( ASX:VML ) stock at an average price of AU$0.10 in the...

As the Australian share market grapples with pressures from rising oil prices, climbing bond yields, and potential interest rate hikes, investors are keenly observing sectors that may offer resilience amid volatility. In such an environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often indicate strong management confidence and alignment of interests with shareholders.

The Australian share market is currently facing headwinds, with the ASX 200 experiencing its steepest decline since March due to rising oil prices, increasing bond yields, and potential interest rate hikes. Amid these challenges, investors are seeking opportunities that balance affordability with growth potential. Penny stocks, often representing smaller or newer companies, offer such prospects; when backed by strong financials and fundamentals, they can present valuable opportunities for...

Aristocrat Leisure (ASX:ALL) is back in focus after Aristocrat Interactive expanded its Lightning Link online line up, adding Tiki Fire, as industry reports confirmed strong rankings for Lightning Link High Stakes across U.S. and Canadian iGaming markets. For investors tracking the bigger picture, Aristocrat Leisure’s 15.7% 90 day share price return, alongside a 55.4% three year total shareholder return, indicates that momentum has been building over time, even though the 1 year total...