April 2024
- Opinion
- Investing
Five ways to play the long-term AI theme on the ASX
There’s probably no Australian-listed company that’s not using AI in some way to become more efficient and improve margins. But who might the bigger beneficiaries be?
March 2024
- Opinion
- Earnings season
Four companies that surprised with ‘cracker’ results
Some stocks disappoint initially, but look great after a full set of numbers is revealed.
February 2024
- Opinion
- Office
Five A-REITs worth a second look
While the glory days of real estate investment trusts may over, the sector will surely stage a comeback.
October 2023
- Opinion
- Gold
Six tips for buying shares in gold companies
Here’s what investors need to think about when considering buying shares in a gold miner.
September 2023
- Opinion
- Shares
Why bias on these six companies has changed after reporting season
There were surprises (not all bad) from AMP, Magellan, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, John Lyng, Viva Energy and Credit Corp.
August 2023
- Opinion
- Earnings season
Beware these ASX companies carrying debt
Companies including Qantas, Wesfarmers and Myer may look to reduce debt balances to avoid future pain in the new interest rate normal world.
June 2023
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
An easier way to find value stocks
The concept of “trending value” is one where investors attempt to buy bargain stocks the moment the price starts to turn the corner.
May 2023
- Opinion
- Construction
Not all construction companies are a mess – this is where to look
With high underlying demand, there are lucrative potential returns for those that can survive current pressures.
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
Why these four retail stocks are likely to survive a downturn
These lesser-known names are well-equipped to face a drop in spending.
April 2023
- Opinion
- Investing
Six ways to ensure your stocks make it to the other side
The trick to managing volatile times is to focus on the resilience of Australian companies to ride through the cycle.
March 2023
- Opinion
- Earnings season
The true winners and losers from reporting season
These companies showed the biggest improvement – or deterioration – relative to their peers.
February 2023
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
How to use factor investing to chase best returns
Blending the styles is a way to help smooth out factor-driven cycles.
November 2022
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
These retail stocks should be in your Christmas stocking
When it comes to navigating cyclical or structural challenges, retailers are the masters of adaptation.
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
Key stocks to watch after east coast floods
At risk are not only farmers but producers of fertiliser, cheese and even coal.
October 2022
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
The tech stocks focused on becoming cash positive
Rising rates lift the cost of capital, making non-cash-generating businesses less attractive. These are the companies that say returns are not too far away.
September 2022
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
Outdoor media stocks ready to shine
Profits are lifting for these companies as life returns to normal after the pandemic.
August 2022
- Opinion
- Commodities
Vanadium stocks to watch for lithium replacement in batteries
More commonly known as an additive to steel (making it both lighter and stronger), the mineral has a growing profile as a battery material.
July 2022
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
Best and worst sectors for FY 2022
Which areas and companies performed most strongly, and what does it mean for your portfolio?
June 2022
- Opinion
- Sharemarket
Use market falls to lower your tax bill
Selling at lows can be useful in offsetting capital gains tax if you took profits during last year’s bull run.
May 2022
NAB ahead of the pack after big four report
Interest rates will continue to be a delicate tightrope that the banks walk between maximising profitability and keeping their customers happy and solvent.