Woolworths Shares Gain Ahead of Key Earnings, New Loyalty Campaign
Earnings James Calloway

Woolworths Shares Gain Ahead of Key Earnings, New Loyalty Campaign

Woolworths shares edged higher as the market anticipates its upcoming earnings report and a new premium cookware loyalty offer. The retailer remains under regulatory watch over pricing claims.

Aristocrat Leisure shares slip on AI investment, white-label exit plan
Earnings James Calloway

Aristocrat Leisure shares slip on AI investment, white-label exit plan

Aristocrat Leisure shares declined 0.65% on Thursday as the company outlined plans to exit its white-label online unit and boost artificial intelligence spending during its annual general meeting.

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Sonic Healthcare Surges on Strong Earnings, Dividend Boost
Earnings James Calloway

Sonic Healthcare Surges on Strong Earnings, Dividend Boost

Sonic Healthcare shares rallied close to 10% following robust first-half results, including an 11% profit increase and a higher dividend, while management reaffirmed its annual earnings outlook.

Evolution Mining Rises 2.4% Amid Gold Consolidation; Director Sells $51M Stake
Commodities Rebecca Torres

Evolution Mining Rises 2.4% Amid Gold Consolidation; Director Sells $51M Stake

Evolution Mining shares advanced 2.4% to A$14.94 as gold prices consolidated. Director Jacob Klein divested a A$51 million stake, with market focus shifting to upcoming U.S. inflation figures.

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Macquarie Gains as ASX 200 Hits Record; Eyes on Inflation and Earnings
Markets Daniel Marsh

Macquarie Gains as ASX 200 Hits Record; Eyes on Inflation and Earnings

Macquarie Group advanced alongside a record-setting ASX 200. Market focus shifts to upcoming inflation figures and the company's annual financial report.

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Suncorp Earnings Hit by Natural Disasters, Dividend Cut
Earnings James Calloway

Suncorp Earnings Hit by Natural Disasters, Dividend Cut

Suncorp Group reported a steep decline in half-year profit to A$263 million, impacted by A$1.3 billion in natural hazard claims. The insurer reduced its interim dividend and continues its share buyback program.

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Woodside Energy Surges on Oil Price Rally Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Commodities Rebecca Torres

Woodside Energy Surges on Oil Price Rally Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Woodside Energy Group Ltd advanced 4.5% to A$27.10, leading energy sector gains as oil prices rallied. The company disclosed a decline in proved reserves for 2025 ahead of its full-year report.

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CSL Gains on Lilly Partnership, Buyback Activity Amid Leadership Shift
Markets Daniel Marsh

CSL Gains on Lilly Partnership, Buyback Activity Amid Leadership Shift

CSL Limited's stock advanced following a new drug development pact with Eli Lilly and ongoing share repurchases, while the board searches for a permanent CEO.

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Fortescue Faces Dual Catalysts with Mine Review and Earnings
Commodities Rebecca Torres

Fortescue Faces Dual Catalysts with Mine Review and Earnings

Fortescue Metals Group shares gained 0.5% as regulators began a public comment period for its proposed Wyloo North iron ore mine, with investors also positioning for the company's half-year financial results scheduled for February 25.

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Santos shares surge on cost-cut plan after earnings decline
Earnings James Calloway

Santos shares surge on cost-cut plan after earnings decline

Santos shares rebounded sharply after announcing significant cost reductions and a strategic review, despite reporting a 25% decline in full-year underlying earnings to $898 million.

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Northern Star Rises as Gold Holds Near Highs Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
Commodities Rebecca Torres

Northern Star Rises as Gold Holds Near Highs Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data

Northern Star Resources advanced 1.2% on Thursday, ending a two-session decline. The move came as gold prices steadied near historic highs, with market focus shifting to upcoming U.S. inflation figures.

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Wesfarmers Shares Slide Despite Profit Beat as Consumer Spending Concerns Mount
Earnings James Calloway

Wesfarmers Shares Slide Despite Profit Beat as Consumer Spending Concerns Mount

Wesfarmers shares tumbled over 5% despite reporting a half-year profit beat, as management flagged patchy consumer spending and upcoming price investments, overshadowing solid financial results.

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