Articles by James Calloway
Telstra Surges on Enhanced Shareholder Returns and Solid Earnings
Telstra shares climbed 3.8% after the telecom giant increased its share buyback program to A$1.25 billion and raised its interim dividend. The company reported a first-half profit of A$1.124 billion on A$11.64 billion in revenue.
NAB Shares Hit Record High on Strong Q1 Earnings, Capital in Focus
National Australia Bank shares reached a new all-time high following a robust first-quarter update showing a 15% rise in cash earnings. Attention now shifts to capital management and the upcoming half-year results.
Haleon Gains as UK Inflation Eases, Focus Shifts to Upcoming Earnings
Haleon's stock advanced 0.9% as UK inflation slowed, fueling expectations for Bank of England rate cuts. Investors now await the company's full-year earnings report on February 25.
GSK Gains on EU Asthma Drug Approval and £450M Share Repurchase
GSK shares advanced after the European Commission approved its asthma drug Exdensur and the company launched a £450 million share repurchase. New data also highlighted the effectiveness of its RSV vaccine.
Glencore Announces $2 Billion Payout, Advances Congo Copper Expansion
Glencore shares gained approximately 3% in London trading following the release of its 2025 financial results, which included a proposed $2 billion cash return to shareholders and progress on a major copper expansion project in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
BAE Systems Stock Surges on Strong Earnings, Record Order Book
BAE Systems shares surged more than 6% in early London trading following robust annual results, including a 12% rise in underlying operating profit and a record order backlog of £83.6 billion.
Santos Announces Workforce Reduction, Maintains Outlook Amid Profit Shortfall
Santos shares fell following a full-year profit miss, with the company announcing a 10% reduction in its workforce and a portfolio review. The energy producer maintained its 2026 guidance and declared a final dividend.
Fortescue Gains as Wyloo Mine Enters Public Review, Results Loom
Fortescue shares advanced slightly as regulators began a public feedback period for its proposed Wyloo North iron ore mine. Investors are focused on the upcoming comment deadline and the company's half-year financial report.
Pro Medicus Shares Slide Amid Insider Purchases, Brokers Cut Targets
Pro Medicus shares declined further despite insider buying, with the stock down 43% year-to-date. The medical imaging software firm posted strong half-year results but faces near-term headwinds.
Wesfarmers Gains Ahead of Key Half-Year Report
Wesfarmers Ltd edged higher ahead of its half-year financial report, with the market focused on retail performance and forward outlook. The broader ASX 200 index also advanced.
Telstra Gains Ahead of Key Earnings, Dividend Dates
Telstra shares closed slightly higher as the market anticipates Thursday's half-year results and the upcoming ex-dividend trading period. Investors are focused on dividend announcements and mobile segment performance.
Woodside Energy Reserves Dip Ahead of Annual Results
Woodside Energy's proved reserves declined year-over-year, but technical updates and project approvals added 134.1 MMboe excluding production. The market now focuses on the upcoming annual report.