A calm is settling over the Australian market, with ASX futures indicating a positive start following a tech-driven rally on Wall Street. For investors willing to explore beyond the well-known names, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—present intriguing opportunities. Though the term 'penny stock' might seem outdated, these investments remain relevant as they can offer significant potential when backed by strong financial health.
Top 10 Penny Stocks In Australia
| Name | Share Price | Market Cap | Rewards & Risks |
| Alfabs Australia (ASX:AAL) | A$0.48 | A$133.26M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis > |
| EZZ Life Science Holdings (ASX:EZZ) | A$2.13 | A$98.59M | ✅ 3 ⚠️ 3 View Analysis > |
| Dusk Group (ASX:DSK) | A$0.885 | A$54.17M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis > |
| IVE Group (ASX:IGL) | A$2.86 | A$434.5M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis > |
| Veris (ASX:VRS) | A$0.078 | A$37.8M | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis > |
| SHAPE Australia (ASX:SHA) | A$4.11 | A$349.14M | ✅ 3 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis > |
| West African Resources (ASX:WAF) | A$3.04 | A$3.47B | ✅ 4 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis > |
| Tasmea (ASX:TEA) | A$4.10 | A$1.05B | ✅ 3 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis > |
| Praemium (ASX:PPS) | A$0.79 | A$375.39M | ✅ 5 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis > |
| Fleetwood (ASX:FWD) | A$3.09 | A$282.54M | ✅ 3 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis > |
Click here to see the full list of 442 stocks from our ASX Penny Stocks screener.
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
Bisalloy Steel Group (ASX:BIS)
Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Bisalloy Steel Group Limited manufactures and sells quenched and tempered, high-tensile, and abrasion-resistant steel plates in Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, and internationally with a market cap of A$239.52 million.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily generated from its operations in Australia (A$108.91 million), followed by Indonesia (A$27.66 million), Thailand (A$4.29 million), and other foreign countries (A$11.94 million).
Market Cap: A$239.52M
Bisalloy Steel Group has demonstrated financial resilience with stable weekly volatility and a high return on equity of 23.3%. Despite a dividend yield of 7.5% not being well-covered by free cash flow, the company announced a fully franked dividend increase, signaling confidence in its financial health. Earnings rose to A$19.58 million for the year ending June 2025, with profit margins improving to 12.8%. The company's debt is well-managed, covered by operating cash flow at over five times its total debt, and it benefits from experienced management and board teams. Its price-to-earnings ratio suggests potential value compared to the broader market.
- Jump into the full analysis health report here for a deeper understanding of Bisalloy Steel Group.
- Explore Bisalloy Steel Group's analyst forecasts in our growth report.
Emerald Resources (ASX:EMR)
Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★
Overview: Emerald Resources NL is involved in the exploration and development of mineral reserves in Cambodia and Australia, with a market cap of A$2.62 billion.
Operations: The company generates revenue from Mine Operations amounting to A$430.41 million.
Market Cap: A$2.62B
Emerald Resources has shown strong financial performance with revenue from mine operations reaching A$437.79 million for the year ended June 2025, marking growth from the previous year. Despite a modest 4% earnings growth over the past year, which trails behind its five-year average of 52.6%, the company remains profitable with net income rising to A$87.61 million. The firm is debt-free and benefits from experienced management and board teams, contributing to its operational stability. Emerald's production guidance projects significant gold output increases through December 2025, supporting future revenue prospects without shareholder dilution concerns.
- Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of Emerald Resources stock in this financial health report.
- Learn about Emerald Resources' future growth trajectory here.
Orion Minerals (ASX:ORN)
Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Orion Minerals Limited is involved in the exploration, evaluation, and development of mineral properties in Australia and South Africa, with a market cap of A$89.43 million.
Operations: The company generates revenue from its mineral exploration activities, amounting to A$0.27 million.
Market Cap: A$89.43M
Orion Minerals is a pre-revenue company with a market cap of A$89.43 million, primarily engaged in mineral exploration. Recent capital raises, totaling approximately A$11.75 million through follow-on equity offerings, aim to bolster its cash runway beyond the current two-month estimate based on free cash flow. Despite unprofitability and earnings forecasted to decline by an average of 18.3% annually over the next three years, Orion has managed to reduce losses by 6.8% per year over the past five years and maintains a satisfactory net debt-to-equity ratio of 24.2%. The company's short-term assets cover its short-term liabilities but fall short for long-term obligations.
- Dive into the specifics of Orion Minerals here with our thorough balance sheet health report.
- Evaluate Orion Minerals' prospects by accessing our earnings growth report.
Where To Now?
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