Tag: stock-market
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Bisalloy Steel: Forging Ahead

Bisalloy Steel (ASX:BIS), Australia’s only producer of quench and tempered steel plates, reported a positive FY24, with increased profits and cash flow despite flat revenue. While Australian operations thrived, Indonesian segment performance declined. BIS focuses on R&D and specialty products, navigating a complex market with substantial dividends and low debt, indicating long-term shareholder value.
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Does Gold Stock Diversification Reduce Portfolio Volatility?

The analysis by Anton Crabbe explores the impact of holding gold stocks in a portfolio over nearly 10 years. It contrasts the performance of two gold stocks, Newcrest Mining and Evolution Mining, revealing that investments in Evolution performed significantly better. Crabbe advocates for a diversified approach to manage risk and enhance capital growth.
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ASX 300 Model Portfolio

The portfolio comprises 20 ASX300 stocks with equal 5% weightings and a total investment of 100k. It targets a 15% annual return over 5+ years, prioritizing sector neutrality and cash dividends for reinvestment. Individual stock weightings can range from 1% to 25%, with no cash holding limits.
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Game On for Aristocrat Leisure (ASX:ALL)

Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX:ALL) is an Australia-based gaming and entertainment company focusing on various gaming products. In FY24, it reported $6.6b revenue, driven by growth in all business segments. The acquisition of NeoGames enhanced its market position. With strong broker recommendations, ALL is poised for continued growth and shareholder value creation.
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What Drives the Share Market?

The ASX market is highly concentrated, with the top 10 stocks representing 47% of market capitalization and 59% of profits. As a fundamentally driven investor, the author notes the importance of forward earnings in stock valuation and predicts no major market crash unless top companies’ profits are severely impacted.