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With the Federal Reserve holding interest rates at 3.75% and warning they could go higher if war driven energy costs keep inflation under pressure, income investors are again reminded how costly cash can be when inflation bites. Reliable Australian dividend stocks offering yields above 3% can help offset that squeeze. This article walks through three high income candidates from a curated dividend screen and explains what sets each one apart. The three dividend stocks below are only a sample...

There's no doubt that money can be made by owning shares of unprofitable businesses. For example, although Amazon.com...

Sunrise Energy Metals reported full year results for the 12 months to June 30, 2026, recording a net loss of A$15.17 million and a basic and diluted loss per share from continuing operations of A$0.11, compared with a loss of A$6.21 million and A$0.07 per share a year earlier. The deeper loss points to pressure on Sunrise Energy Metals' cost base and project spending, which indicates heavier investment or operating strain without a matching uplift in earnings. This raises questions about how...

The supply of critical minerals is increasingly important for countries around the world. Here are three ASX small-cap mining stocks that are looking to help.

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

Some of the losses seen by insiders who purchased AU$3.13m worth of Lincoln Minerals Limited ( ASX:LML ) shares over...

As the Australian market grapples with the implications of rising US interest rates and fluctuating commodity prices, investors are closely monitoring how these factors impact various sectors, particularly those sensitive to borrowing costs and global economic shifts. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive consideration for those looking to navigate uncertain market conditions.

The Australian market is facing a challenging start, with the ASX 200 futures indicating a potential decline following the US Federal Reserve's interest rate hike. In such volatile times, investors often look for opportunities in less conventional areas like penny stocks. Although the term 'penny stocks' may seem outdated, these smaller or emerging companies can still offer significant value and growth potential when backed by strong financials.

IDP Education (ASX:IEL) is back on investor radar after reshaping its board, with experienced directors Anne Brennan and Tracey Ah Hee joining as independent non executive directors while Ariane Barker and Andrew Barkla prepare to retire. Investors have noticed the board refresh at IDP Education following a very difficult stretch, with the share price down 72.87% year to date and the 5 year total shareholder return declining 94.71%. The recent 1 day and 7 day share price returns show only a...

Higher US interest rates are pushing up borrowing costs worldwide, which puts pressure on heavily indebted giants and pushes investors to think harder about where growth might actually justify the risk. That is where smaller Australian companies building real-world AI tools can look interesting. In this article you will see three early stage AI small caps from our screener that could deserve a spot on your watchlist. These stocks are just a starting sample from the AI Small Caps idea, with...

Central banks are lifting interest rates again, which makes borrowing more expensive and puts fragile balance sheets under real stress. Australian investors who want equity exposure without losing sleep often look for businesses that carry less financial strain. That is where a focus on financially solid, lower risk leaders can help. This article walks through three stocks from that group that may provide a steadier backbone for your portfolio. The three low risk leaders in this article are...

The US Federal Reserve just lifted interest rates for the first time in three years, reminding investors that easy money is not guaranteed. Higher borrowing costs tend to reward businesses that can cut waste and use data intelligently. Australian companies applying artificial intelligence to healthcare sit right in that sweet spot. This article walks through three AI driven healthcare stocks from our screener that may help you consider how to position for this shift. The three stocks below...

Westgold Resources has released new multi year production guidance, outlining expected gold output of about 385 koz to 425 koz for FY 2027, 425 koz to 470 koz for FY 2028, and 460 koz to 510 koz for FY 2029. This three year production outlook gives investors a clearer view of how Westgold Resources plans to deploy its expanded asset base and manage operating capacity over time. We will now look at how Westgold Resources' new multi year production guidance could reshape the broader investment...

EQ Resources has agreed to acquire a 10% interest in a U.S. joint venture that aims to restart the 4,000 tonne per year Springer tungsten processing plant in Nevada, operated by The Elmet Group alongside Blue Moon Metals. The move gives EQ Resources an operating foothold in the North American critical minerals chain, adding tungsten processing exposure beyond its Australian base and directly linking the business to U.S. end demand. The next phase will center on how EQ Resources' planned role...

With the US Federal Reserve lifting interest rates again and signalling that borrowing costs may stay higher for longer, investors are giving fresh attention to Australian companies that generate reliable cash and carry modest debt. When money is no longer cheap, quality and price matter more. This article examines three Australian stocks that appear mispriced and outlines why they may appeal to patient investors. The three companies below are a first pass at this idea, and the full screen on...

Rising US interest rates have pushed borrowing costs higher worldwide, which keeps pressure on speculative story stocks and rewards companies with cleaner finances. That backdrop makes Australian penny shares with strong balance sheets and low dilution especially interesting, because every extra dollar of interest matters more when cash is tight. This article walks through three of the most compelling ideas from this high quality small share pool. The stocks highlighted below are just a small...

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Limited ( ASX:SXE ) stock is about to trade ex-dividend in 4 days. The...

Woodside Energy Group recently signed a non-binding MOU with PEMEX to assess future deepwater hydrocarbon opportunities in the Gulf of Mexico and share technical expertise across exploration and production. The agreement links Woodside’s role as operator of the Trion Oil Project, a planned ultra-deepwater development with a forecast US$7.2b capital spend, to broader collaboration with Mexico’s state producer on complex offshore work. We will assess how Woodside’s investment narrative is...

The Australian market is navigating a challenging landscape, with the ASX 200 set for a weaker open following a rise in US interest rates and fluctuating global commodity prices. Amid these conditions, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—continue to capture investor interest due to their potential for significant growth. While the term "penny stocks" may seem outdated, these investments can still offer compelling opportunities when backed by strong financials and...

Tamboran Resources event overview Tamboran Resources (ASX:TBN) has started initial gas sales from its Shenandoah South Pilot Project in the Beetaloo Basin, marking first delivery of Beetaloo volumes into the Northern Territory gas market. Tentative momentum has been building around Tamboran Resources, with a 1 month share price return of 11.54% and a year to date share price gain of 45.00%, supported by milestones such as the Shenandoah South pilot entering the Northern Territory gas...

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

Insiders who bought Anax Metals Limited ( ASX:ANX ) in the last 12 months may probably not pay attention to the stock's...

Asara Resources Limited ( ASX:AS1 ) insiders who acquired shares over the previous 12 months, can probably afford to...

West African Resources reported half year 2026 sales of A$1,462.7 million and net income of A$351.4 million, with basic EPS from continuing operations of A$0.307. The company also announced an unfranked special dividend of A$0.20 per share that was paid on 7 October 2026. The combination of higher earnings and a one off cash return through the special dividend reflects operational cash generation and balance sheet flexibility for West African Resources at the half year mark. The focus now...