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ASX:NST
ASX:NSTMetals and Mining

Should Elliott’s Board Overhaul Push at Northern Star Resources Require Action From ASX:NST Investors?

On 12 August 2026, activist investor Elliott Investment Management, which holds about 5.6% of Northern Star Resources, publicly urged the company’s board to undertake a comprehensive overhaul, including adding its proposed independent director candidates and conducting an objective strategic and operational review to address what it called years of execution and governance failures. The activism introduces potential for significant changes in Northern Star’s leadership and oversight just as...
ASX:SXE
ASX:SXEConstruction

3 ASX Grid Stocks In Focus After Rio Tinto Tomago Power Deal

The A$2.5b government backed power deal for Rio Tinto’s Tomago smelter has not just steadied one industrial giant. It has also fired up expectations for the renewable energy capacity that will be needed to supply Tomago with 100% renewables by 2033. For investors, that kind of long term demand story can be hard to ignore. This article looks at 3 stocks that appear well placed to be exposed to this news. The three stocks in this article are just a starting sample, since the full screen...
ASX:IAG
ASX:IAGInsurance

Insurance Australia Group (ASX:IAG) Shares Confront A Sharper Margin Squeeze

The market came into this result already on the back foot with Insurance Australia Group shares down about 8% over the past week and 6% over the past month. Today the stock is trading against a set of earnings that put one issue front and centre for insurers. Margins are under pressure. Underlying insurance profit sits at about A$1.58b on roughly A$19.2b of premiums, while the trailing net profit margin sits near 5%. The market appears to be fixated on that squeeze. The key question for...
ASX:AXQ
ASX:AXQSoftware

Aura Consolidated Group (ASX:AXQ) Share Price Sinks As Cash Questions Persist

Aura Consolidated Group stock closed at A$3.07 on Thursday after a tough month that left shares down about 39% over 30 days. That price action sits awkwardly next to an earnings print that showed revenue of US$119.94m for the half year and a smaller loss per share than a year ago. The short term chart reflects worry about cash and liquidity. The longer term story hinges on whether Aura Consolidated Group can convert its current revenue base and forecast growth into sustainable profits before...
ASX:SUN
ASX:SUNInsurance

Suncorp Group (ASX:SUN) Shares Reflect Resilient Underwriting And Compressed Profit Margins

Suncorp Group heads into the post earnings trade with the stock at A$19.81 after a solid run over the past quarter, yet the real story sits in the income statement. Cash earnings of about A$1.04b and an underlying insurance trading ratio near the top of the 10% to 12% target band give a clearer read on the underwriting engine than the share price flicker. For long term holders, the sharper question is whether that earnings quality and capital discipline justify paying a P/E of 20.4x. The rest...
ASX:CBA
ASX:CBABanks

Commonwealth Bank (ASX:CBA) Shares Command A Premium Despite Strong FY26 Profit

The market had already cooled on Commonwealth Bank of Australia coming into these results, with the stock roughly flat over 30 days and slightly weaker over the past week around A$169. Yet the earnings headline tells a more confident story. Cash net profit after tax for FY26 rose 7% and the group kept its net profit margin high at 37.2%. At the same time the stock trades on a P/E of 25.9x, well above local and global banking peers. That tension between strong profitability and a premium...
ASX:SEK
ASX:SEKInteractive Media and Services

SEEK (ASX:SEK) Shares Face Profit Doubts Despite Stronger AI Yield Growth

SEEK walked into this result with the stock under pressure, down nearly 9.5% over the past week and flat over the past month as investors questioned how much profit the online jobs leader could really squeeze from softer hiring conditions. The headline today is that profits are the weak spot. Over the trailing 12 months SEEK reported a net loss of A$306.5m, even as net revenue and free cash flow moved higher and the company kept funding a full dividend. Love SEEK's revenue and free cash flow...
ASX:TLS
ASX:TLSTelecom

Telstra (ASX:TLS) Shares Drift As Buyback And Dividend Challenge Doubts

Telstra Group walked into this result with the stock under pressure, down about 10% over three months and closing today at A$4.84. The market has been treating the stock like a plodder. The earnings print told a different story with cash earnings per share up to A$0.255 and underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, amortisation and leases at A$8.3b. For a mature telecom operator that is a powerful earnings trend. The board backed it with a higher A$0.21 full year dividend and a...
ASX:LYC
ASX:LYCMetals and Mining

Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) Expansion Story Keeps Valuation Debate In Focus

Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) is back in focus after its recent share price move, with the stock closing at A$16.63. Investors are weighing this level against its longer term return profile. See our latest analysis for Lynas Rare Earths. Recent trading shows some mixed momentum for Lynas Rare Earths, with the share price return up 5.92% over seven days and 2.40% over 30 days, yet down 7.35% over 90 days. Even so, the year to date share price return of 36.09% sits alongside a 1 year total...
ASX:WOR
ASX:WORConstruction

Nuclear Energy Stocks With Real Exposure to Uranium Enrichment and Reactor Growth

Energy driven inflation remains a key focus for central banks in Europe, which keeps attention on how countries source reliable power. As policymakers watch oil markets and price pressures, investors are looking harder at nuclear energy stocks as a potential way to gain focused exposure to this debate. This article walks through three nuclear energy stocks from our screener that stand out for further research. The three nuclear energy stocks highlighted below are only a starting sample, and...
ASX:TLS
ASX:TLSTelecom

Telstra Shares Put Network Infrastructure Stocks In Focus

Telstra has just reported a A$2.4b profit and kept its 21c dividend, yet the share price still slipped on outage worries and boardroom optics. That mix of solid cash flow, network strain and public scrutiny often pushes telcos to rethink how much they spend on towers, fibre and data centres. This article unpacks three stocks exposed to those capital expenditure decisions and how that news backdrop might matter for your portfolio. The three stocks below are just a starting sample, and the full...
ASX:ARL
ASX:ARLMetals and Mining

ASX Penny Stocks Spotlight: Ardea Resources And Two More Picks

The Australian share market is showing signs of a soft opening, with S&P/ASX 200 futures down slightly, reflecting broader global economic trends and cautious investor sentiment. Despite this backdrop, the allure of penny stocks remains strong for investors seeking opportunities in smaller or newer companies. These stocks, though often overlooked due to their lower price points, can offer significant value and growth potential when supported by solid financials. In this article, we explore...
ASX:QBE
ASX:QBEInsurance

QBE Insurance Group Stock And Other High Yield ASX Dividend Picks

Central banks are signalling that interest rates may stay higher for longer as they watch inflation and bond markets closely. For income seekers this keeps the spotlight on what can be earned from portfolios right now. Reliable dividend income becomes more valuable when cash yields might not rise much further. This article picks out three stocks from the Dividend Powerhouses screener that offer yields above 5% with covered, growing payouts. The stocks covered below are just a small sample...
ASX:ALK
ASX:ALKMetals and Mining

3 Financially Fit Penny Stocks With Real Revenue And Improving Profitability

Energy led inflation remains a live theme for central banks, with policy paths described as uncertain but balanced. That kind of backdrop often keeps investors focused on risk, yet it can also draw attention to penny stocks with stronger balance sheets and healthier cash profiles. This article looks at three Financially Fit Penny Stocks from our screener that aim to pair cautious optimism with disciplined financial foundations. The stocks highlighted below are just a sample, with the full...
ASX:WGX
ASX:WGXMetals and Mining

3 Australian Mining Stocks With Strong Earnings Growth Potential

Energy prices are back in focus as oil holds firm on Middle East developments, which keeps inflation and interest rate expectations in play. That mix can put pressure on weaker companies and highlight businesses with solid balance sheets and clear earnings growth paths. This article highlights 3 stocks from the Healthy high growth potential screener that analysts expect to deliver strong earnings growth with acceptable financial strength. The three stocks below are just a sample from this...
ASX:C79
ASX:C79Professional Services

3 ASX Growth Stocks With High Insider Ownership And Up To 34% Earnings Growth

As the S&P/ASX 200 index is set to open lower, mirroring Wall Street's overnight declines amid rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, investors are closely monitoring market movements and economic indicators. In this environment of cautious optimism, growth companies with high insider ownership can offer a compelling investment narrative, as they often align management interests with shareholder value while potentially delivering substantial earnings growth.
ASX:VYS
ASX:VYSMetals and Mining

ASX Stocks That May Be Trading Below Estimated Value In August 2026

As the S&P/ASX 200 index prepares to open lower, mirroring declines on Wall Street amid rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, investors are closely monitoring the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to maintain interest rates at 4.35%. In this context of economic uncertainty and fluctuating commodity prices, identifying stocks that may be trading below their estimated value can provide strategic opportunities for investors seeking potential growth in a challenging market environment.
ASX:RND
ASX:RNDMetals and Mining

GreenX Metals Leads 3 ASX Penny Stocks To Monitor

The S&P/ASX 200 index is expected to open lower, reflecting overnight declines on Wall Street as oil prices continue to rise and investors digest the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to maintain interest rates at 4.35%. Amid these market dynamics, penny stocks remain a topic of interest for investors seeking growth opportunities. Although the term 'penny stocks' might seem outdated, these smaller or newer companies can offer significant potential when supported by strong financials.
ASX:SGLLV
ASX:SGLLVFood

Dividend Stocks With 5% Yields And Strong Balance Sheets Worth Watching

Bond markets are reacting sharply to changing policy and growth expectations, which keeps income hungry investors guessing about where to find reliable yield. That is where Dividend Fortresses stocks come in. These high yielders focus on consistency when markets feel driven by headlines. This article walks through three Dividend Fortresses candidates that combine 5%+ yields with balance sheet resilience so readers can evaluate whether they fit a long term income plan. The stocks in the list...