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The new wave of ex dividend stocks in April, where income still matters in a volatile market

A fresh wave of income April 2026 is shaping up as one of the busier ex dividend periods of the…

Dividend Portfolio Series: 5 Growth Dividend Stocks You Should Own in 2026

1. Apple Inc.: NASDAQ Apple Inc. is viewed as a strong dividend stock because it pairs dependable income with steady…

SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic Could Define the Next IPO Cycle, and Test the Limits of the AI Boom

The next great IPO wave The next IPO cycle is shaping as something bigger than a typical listing window, with…

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An Outlook on ASX: Ramsay Health Care (RHC)

Business Summary & Overview Ramsay Health Care is a prominent international hospital operator offering acute care, surgical services, mental health support, and specialised medical treatments.…

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Value’s revenge, why boring, cash rich businesses may be the surprise winners of 2026

The shift back toward value is getting harder to ignore For years, owning “boring” businesses felt like sitting on the…

ASX Weekly Market Wrap

A Bounce, But Not a Clean Recovery Australian equities finally broke their losing streak, with the ASX 200 finishing the…

What Caused the Meta Layoffs?

Meta’s layoffs in recent years have not only reshaped its internal organisation but also influenced wider expectations around job stability…

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HALO Investing ASX Strategy, Why Heavy Assets Are Back in Focus

One of the more interesting shifts in global markets right now is not about new…

Myer Holdings (ASX: MYR): Post-Acquisition Struggles and Operational Challenges

Despite early FY26 sales showing improvement, Myer Holdings faces significant challenges from its recent acquisition…

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Metcash (ASX: MTS): Stock Analysis

Steady cash, strategic moves, and selective upside - is Metcash a defensive pick for FY25?

ASX Weekly Market Wrap

Miners and Gold Power Index to Fresh Highs Resources Reclaim Market Leadership The ASX Weekly…

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Netflix & Warner Brothers Deal Faces Antitrust Implications?

In early 2026, Warner Brothers Discovery's (WBD) board unanimously accepted the bid from Netflix. Netflix sweetened the pot to purchase…

Australian Commercial Property Outlook 2026: Have Cap Rates Found Their Floor Amid RBA Cuts and Bond Yield Rebound?

​Have Cap Rates Finally Stabilised? The Australian commercial property outlook for 2026 is becoming clearer as cap rates across key…

Artrya (ASX: AYA) Investment Analysis: Can This AI-Driven Medtech Find Its Commercial Breakthrough?

Artrya has built its story around a simple but powerful problem. Heart disease remains the world’s leading killer, yet the…

Megaport (ASX: MP1) Investment Analysis: A Cloud Connectivity Turnaround Entering a Stronger Phase

Company Overview Megaport Limited has grown from a disruptive networking startup into one of Australia’s most important cloud connectivity providers.…

Fund Managers Reveal Top Stock Picks Amid Market Volatility and AI

Global markets have entered a period of heightened uncertainty. Escalating tensions in the Middle East have triggered sharp swings in…

Ramelius Resources (ASX: RMS): Investment Analysis

Company Snapshot Business Overview Ramelius Resources (ASX: RMS) is a mid-tier Australian gold producer operating several mines in Western Australia,…

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