New Zealand Metals and Mining Stock News

Meridian Energy (NZSE:MEL) just reported August 2026 operating data, with monthly generation of 1,432 GWh compared with 1,179 GWh in August 2025. That shift gives investors fresh information on recent portfolio performance. Recent trading has picked up, with Meridian Energy’s share price gaining 2.24% over the last day and 3.99% over the past week, even though it is still down 9.29% on a 90 day share price return basis. The 1 year total shareholder return sits at 1.89%, which suggests short...

As global markets grapple with rising oil prices and inflation concerns, investors are keeping a close eye on the shifting economic landscape. Amid these uncertainties, penny stocks—often smaller or newer companies—continue to capture interest for their potential growth opportunities. While the term may seem outdated, these stocks can offer affordability and growth potential when backed by strong financials. In this article, we explore three penny stocks that stand out for their financial...

The market shrugged. Briscoe Group closed flat at NZ$4.40 on the day its latest half-year profit quietly softened. That calm price line sits alongside earnings per share of NZ$0.1237 and net income of NZ$27.567m, both a touch lighter than recent halves. For a retailer that trades on dependable cash generation and income appeal, this kind of margin squeeze matters more than the lack of share price drama. The crowd seemed relaxed, while the numbers point to a business facing tighter...

India and New Zealand just rewrote the trade rulebook, and that matters for your portfolio more than any single quarterly result. As tariffs fade on a wide mix of exports, some exporters suddenly face a wider customer base and fatter potential margins, while others confront sharper competition on their home turf. This article walks through three stocks tied to this new reality, how the free trade deal touches their businesses, and what that could mean for investors watching India and New...

Meridian Energy reported monthly operating results for August 2026, with total electricity generation of 1,432 GWh compared with 1,179 GWh in August 2025. The gap between current and prior year output highlights how Meridian Energy’s hydro and wind assets were utilised differently across the two periods. The focus now shifts to how Meridian Energy’s August generation uplift might reshape the broader investment narrative around the business. Scan how Meridian Energy’s August surge in output...

Port of Tauranga (NZSE:POT) has just cleared a key regulatory hurdle, with its Stella Passage expansion approved under New Zealand’s Fast-track Approvals Act 2024, subject to conditions and potential appeals. Recent trading has been softer, with the share price down 3.6% over the past week and 3.2% over the past month to NZ$7.95. However, Port of Tauranga’s long-run total shareholder return of 49.3% over three years suggests underlying investor confidence remains in place. Spot emerging port...

Chorus (NZSE:CNU) has put income investors on alert after declaring a total dividend of NZ$0.21 per share. The stock goes ex dividend today on 14 September 2026. Recent trading has been softer for Chorus, with the share price at NZ$8.43 after falling around 11% over the past month and about 14% over three months, even though the 3 year and 5 year total shareholder returns remain strongly positive. Scan beyond Chorus and compare this dividend story with other income ideas selected using our...

As geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices continue to influence global markets, Asian small-cap stocks are navigating a complex landscape marked by inflation concerns and monetary policy shifts. In this environment, identifying potentially undervalued opportunities with insider buying can be crucial for investors seeking to capitalize on the resilience and growth potential of these smaller companies in Asia.

Regular readers will know that we love our dividends at Simply Wall St, which is why it's exciting to see Seeka Limited...

Summerset Group Holdings has delivered a share price that is down 40.9% over five years, while current valuation checks still flag the stock as screening cheap on several fronts. For investors, that gap between a weak track record on returns and an apparently attractive valuation is the core issue that needs unpacking. Over the past five years the share price has declined 40.9%, which signals that the market has been cautious on the business and its prospects. Future revenue growth and cash...

It looks like The a2 Milk Company Limited ( NZSE:ATM ) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend...

Central banks are redrawing the rules of money, currencies are shifting, and energy supply shocks are keeping power grids in the spotlight. That mix creates pressure for some utility stocks and fresh possibilities for others, especially those tied to regulated networks and inflation linked tariffs. This article walks through three stocks from our Global Regulated Utilities and Grid Operators screener that appear positively exposed to the latest policy and commodity crosswinds. The three...

It looks like NZX Limited ( NZSE:NZX ) is about to go ex-dividend in the next 4 days. The ex-dividend date is two...

Me Today Limited ( NZSE:MEE ) insiders who bought shares over the past year were rewarded handsomely last week. The...

Anyone interested in Scales Corporation Limited ( NZSE:SCL ) should probably be aware that the Company Secretary, Steve...

Genesis Energy Limited recently reported full-year 2026 results showing sales of NZ$2,831.6 million and net income of NZ$84.5 million, and announced a fully paid ordinary dividend of NZ$0.08917647 per security for the six months to June 30, 2026. In parallel, Genesis has secured approximately 11.4 PJ of additional third-party gas supply plus up to 8.6 PJ from the Kupe field from 2027 to 2029, reinforcing its ability to meet forecast retail demand while moving away from baseload gas...

Precinct Properties New Zealand Limited Precinct Properties Investments (NZSE:PCT) has drawn attention after releasing full year 2026 results that show higher sales alongside a move to a net loss, while also declaring regular and special cash dividends. The latest NZ$0.985 share price comes after a 1 day share price return of 0.51%, while the 30 day share price return is down 4.37% and the year to date share price return is down 17.57%. This suggests momentum has been fading despite the full...

Spark New Zealand (NZSE:SPK) has drawn fresh attention after reporting full year 2026 results and issuing higher dividend guidance for fiscal 2027, with earnings, revenue and dividend expectations all updated on 20 August 2026. Despite a weak longer term picture, with 3 year total shareholder return down 41.4% and 5 year total shareholder return down 32.2%, momentum in Spark New Zealand has recently improved. The 30 day share price return is 11.2% and the 90 day share price return is 17.1%...

In September 2026, the global markets have shown mixed signals, with major U.S. indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite posting gains while small-cap benchmarks such as the S&P MidCap 400 and Russell 2000 experienced declines. Amid this backdrop of fluctuating market sentiment and ongoing economic challenges, identifying promising small-cap stocks can be particularly appealing for investors seeking opportunities in undervalued sectors with potential insider action. In such a dynamic...

Summerset Group Holdings (NZSE:SUM) has drawn fresh attention after reporting half year revenue of NZ$391.36 million and net income of NZ$171.44 million, alongside declaring an ordinary dividend of NZ$0.038 per share. Summerset Group Holdings' latest earnings and dividend announcement come after a period where momentum has been mixed, with the 7 day share price return of 7.62% and a 90 day share price return of 4.57% contrasting with a year to date share price decline of 31.58% and a 1 year...

Even though WasteCo Group Limited ( NZSE:WCO ) has fallen by 14% over the past week , insiders who sold NZ$851k worth...

Genesis Energy (NZSE:GNE) has drawn fresh attention after reporting full year 2026 results that showed lower sales and net income, and declaring an ordinary fully paid dividend for the six month period to June 30. At a share price of NZ$2.75, Genesis Energy has delivered a 14.58% year to date share price return and a 26.63% total shareholder return over the past year. This suggests recent momentum has strengthened as investors weigh weaker earnings against the announced dividend. Compare...

The yearly results for Port of Tauranga Limited ( NZSE:POT ) were released last week, making it a good time to revisit...

Air New Zealand stock closed at NZ$0.385, down over the past week and month, just as investors absorbed a fresh full year loss and a heavier debt load. The headline is simple and uncomfortable. The airline carried around NZ$7.0b of revenue yet still reported a net loss from continuing operations of NZ$242m over the last twelve months, and net debt climbed to about NZ$1.9b to NZ$2.0b. For short term traders that is enough to keep pressure on the share price. For longer term holders the real...