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Why James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) just jumped James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX) shares moved higher after investors reacted to the company’s raised fiscal 2026 guidance and its progress integrating AZEK Company Inc, even as upcoming quarterly earnings are expected to show an EPS decline. See our latest analysis for James Hardie Industries. At a latest share price of A$30.65, James Hardie Industries has a 30 day share price return of 11.74%, yet its 1 year total shareholder return of...

As Australian shares face a potential drop amid geopolitical tensions and market uncertainties, investors are on the lookout for opportunities that can weather such volatility. Penny stocks, often associated with smaller or newer companies, continue to capture interest due to their affordability and potential for growth. Despite being considered a niche area of investment, these stocks can offer significant value when backed by strong financials.

Insiders seem to have made the most of their holdings by selling AU$164k worth of Albright Metals Ltd ( ASX:ABR ) stock...

Lachlan Star Limited ( ASX:LSA ) insiders who bought shares over the past year were rewarded handsomely last week. The...

National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB) has warned that first half credit impairment costs are expected to reach A$706m, roughly double prior levels, as it responds to uncertainty linked to the Iran war. See our latest analysis for National Australia Bank. At a share price of A$41.21, National Australia Bank has seen a 1 year total shareholder return of 27.22% and a 5 year total shareholder return of 97.62%. However, the 30 day share price return of negative 9.57% and 7 day share price return of...

Sky Metals Limited ( ASX:SKY ) is possibly approaching a major achievement in its business, so we would like to shine...

Champion Iron Limited ( ASX:CIA ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making substantial...

There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, biotech and mining...

Australian shares are poised for a modest gain, contrasting with Wall Street's recent declines, as investors navigate global uncertainties and regional developments. In this context, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—offer intriguing opportunities for growth at accessible price points. Despite being an older term, these stocks can still hold significant potential when backed by strong financial health and solid fundamentals.

Hot Chili (ASX:HCH) has presented new drilling results from its La Verde copper gold discovery in Chile to investors, highlighting the widest intercept reported so far and extensions to the high grade core. See our latest analysis for Hot Chili. Hot Chili’s recent La Verde drilling update arrives while the share price sits at A$1.57, with a 30 day share price return of 17.6% but a 90 day share price return of 12.78%, and a very large 1 year total shareholder return that contrasts with weaker...

NEXTDC (ASX:NXT) has put fresh capital raising and growth plans in the spotlight, outlining record contracted utilisation alongside a A$2.2b capital plan and a A$1.51b follow on equity offering. See our latest analysis for NEXTDC. The fresh capital plan and equity raise come after a period of firm momentum, with the 7 day share price return of 7.79% and 1 month share price return of 9.80% feeding into a 1 year total shareholder return of 34.73%. If you are assessing how other AI...

Telix Pharmaceuticals (ASX:TLX) has drawn fresh investor attention after Regeneron agreed to a US$40 million upfront payment to access its radiopharmaceutical platform, alongside Telix starting the pivotal Phase 3 IPAX BrIGHT trial in recurrent glioblastoma. See our latest analysis for Telix Pharmaceuticals. Against this backdrop, Telix’s recent news is landing on a share price that has gained 15.76% over the past 30 days and 28.46% over 90 days, while the 1 year total shareholder return...

Australian shares are poised for a modest gain, diverging from the recent softness seen in U.S. markets. For investors interested in smaller or newer companies, penny stocks—despite their somewhat outdated name—continue to offer intriguing opportunities for growth at accessible price points. With strong financial foundations, these stocks can provide potential upside and stability, making them worth exploring as hidden gems on the ASX.

Last week, Stakk Limited's (ASX:SKK) stock jumped 16%, but insiders who sold AU$682k worth of stock in over the past...

Woodside Energy Group share move sparks fresh look at returns and earnings base Woodside Energy Group (ASX:WDS) has recently attracted attention after a year marked by mixed share price moves and steady reported fundamentals, prompting investors to reassess how its returns line up with its earnings base. See our latest analysis for Woodside Energy Group. At a share price of A$31.77, Woodside Energy Group has seen a 7 day share price return of around 7% decline and a 30 day share price return...

In April 2026, Reliance Worldwide Corporation announced the launch of SharkBite PEX Press Fittings, adding integrated stainless-steel sleeve connections and a full range of fittings, valves and accessories compatible with both PEX-a and PEX-b pipe. This expansion turns SharkBite into a more comprehensive PEX system platform, reducing compatibility concerns for contractors and consolidating meter-to-fixture solutions under one brand and warranty. We’ll now explore how this broader SharkBite...

Insiders who bought AU$505.6k worth of Resources & Energy Group Limited ( ASX:REZ ) stock in the last year have seen...

With the business potentially at an important milestone, we thought we'd take a closer look at Wrkr Ltd's ( ASX:WRK...

Savannah Goldfields Limited ( ASX:SVG ) is possibly approaching a major achievement in its business, so we would like...

Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) has presented new traffic data to investors, with March 2026 figures indicating Average Daily Traffic growth of 3.6% for the month and 3.0% for the quarter across its toll road network. See our latest analysis for Transurban Group. At a share price of A$13.73, Transurban’s short term moves have been fairly muted, with the 1-day share price return of 1.25% sitting alongside a 3.89% one year total shareholder return and a 20.09% five year total shareholder return...

Over the last 7 days, the Australian market has remained flat, but it has risen by 14% over the past year, with earnings expected to grow by 12% per annum in the coming years. The term 'penny stocks' might feel like a relic of past market eras, but they continue to offer potential value and growth opportunities when backed by strong financials. In this article, we explore several penny stocks that stand out for their financial strength and potential long-term growth.

In April 2026, Brambles Limited announced that the Federal Court had handed down a judgment on shareholder class action claims relating to its Fiscal Year 2017 earnings guidance and medium-term Fiscal Year 2019 targets, partially upholding allegations around certain Underlying Profit and sales revenue growth statements while dismissing others across different periods in 2016–2017. The Court’s mixed findings leave Brambles facing uncertainty over the eventual size and timing of any damages,...

Earlier in April 2026, Paladin Energy reported an operations and guidance update for the Langer Heinrich Mine, highlighting strong ramp-up progress in the first nine months of FY2026, an increased FY2026 U3O8 production range, and reduced capital and exploration expenditure guidance following reprioritisation and deferrals. An interesting implication is that the combination of higher expected output and lower near-term spending may signal improving operational efficiency and tighter capital...

In the third quarter ended March 31, 2026, Guzman y Gomez Limited reported network sales of A$345.9 million, up from A$289.5 million a year earlier, and confirmed it remains on track to open 32 new Australian restaurants in FY26, including 23 drive-thrus. This combination of solid sales momentum and a heavy tilt toward new drive-thru locations underscores how GYG is leaning into higher-throughput formats to support its growth ambitions. We’ll now consider how this stronger quarterly sales...