Nick Sundich
What are the top ASX AI stocks? Here are our 3 favourites!
In this article, we look at the Top ASX AI stocks – the best 3 to be exact! Artificial Intelligence,…
The 3 Best ASX stocks for September!
In this article, we look at the best ASX stocks for September. What are the Best stocks to…
How much will the forthcoming Qantas fleet renewal cost? And how will loyal shareholders fare over the next 10 years?
How much will the Qantas fleet renewal cost? Investors have been asking this question for months, even before the plans…
Here is the rich history of the ASX, all the way back to the 19th century!
The history of the ASX began in 1987 when half a dozen state-based stock exchanges amalgamated into one via an…
Here are 4 Big stocks that just might get even bigger!
There are always a few big stocks at the top of the market that may seem invincible. But will they…
Here are the best sustainable investment options available in Australia
Sustainable investing is becoming increasingly popular in Australia. It is a way for investors to make sure their money is…
Is there really an economic collapse in China? And what would this mean for stocks?
Investors have been scared about the prospect of an economic collapse in China. After being the last economy in the world…
Here are 4 ASX biotechs with significant milestones coming right up!
Investing in ASX biotechs is a risky business, even more than most other companies on the market. Unless you own one…
Why do ASX small caps get recapitalised? And do existing shareholders have hope of coming out ahead?
Every now and then, ASX companies get recapitalised for varying reasons. Typically, the company is in a poor state being…
Here are the 4 hottest lithium stocks right now!
What are the hottest lithium stocks on the ASX right now? They tend to be explorers that have positive exploration results…
Investment overhype: 3 times ASX investors ran too hard on an entire sector
Investment overhype can happen in any asset class, but particularly ASX shares when the bulk of companies are small caps.…
Walmart (NYSE:WMT) shares may be a safe investment, but are they a growth investment?
This week’s international stock deep dive in on Walmart (NYSE:WMT). While most of our Australian readers may not have shopped there,…
4 signs the revenge travel boom is slowing down and what it means for investors
The revenge travel boom has been going for…well…a while now. It is hard to pinpoint an exact date when it…
So, your resources stock is surveying? What does that involve and how confident can you be in successful drilling
Surveying is one step that resources explorers undertake prior to drilling land for mineral resources, to maximise the chances of…
Will ASX property stocks finally make their long awaited turn around in FY24? It depends
Spare a thought for investors in ASX property stocks. For the most part, little has changed since the pandemic. Long-suffering investors…
Here are 5 of the best FY23 results so far this reporting season
In this article, we recap 5 of the best FY23 results reporting season. Although reporting season is not over yet, we…
When your company proposes issuing shares to directors, here are 3 questions you need to ask
Companies issuing shares to directors inevitably leave shareholders with mixed feelings. On the one hand, directors are getting something essentially for…
Here are the 3 Best ASX stocks in August
In this article, we look at the Best ASX stocks in August. We’re half-way through reporting season and while not…
Coca Cola (NYSE:KO): We’ll happily drink to it – both as a drink and solid investment!
This week’s international stock deep dive is Coca Cola (NYSE:KO). It is one of the most famous brands in the world…
ResMed (ASX:RMD): Is it time to buy the dip or is RMD a falling knife?
ResMed (ASX:RMD) is one of the few Aussie stocks that has successfully made it in the USA. In this article, we…
This is the hottest ASX lithium stock – it’s up over 1,000% in 12 months and here is why!
What is the hottest ASX lithium stock? The answer depends on how ‘hottest’ is defined, but if you want to…
What are the oldest companies on the ASX? Here are 5 of them and the secrets to their success!
In this article, we look at 5 of the oldest companies on the ASX. Now, we are not claiming these…
The ASX is demutualised: Here is why that is a good thing
The ASX is demutualised and it has been since 1998. At the time, it was the first in the world…
More ASX potash stocks bite the dust! Are they all a lost cause?
Potash stocks may seem like a no-brainer for investors right now. After all, fertilisers are important to the food and agricultural…
Colgate (NYSE:CL): There’s more to it than toothpaste – it could be the best way to profit from the growth in pet products!
In Australia, we know Colgate (NYSE:CL) primarily as a toothpaste brand. But there’s a lot more to this 217-year old…
Should I trade CFDs? Only if you’re comfortable with the extreme risk
Should I trade CFDs? CFDs (contracts for difference) are a powerful trading tool that allow retail investors to speculate on…
DGL Group (ASX:DGL): Will FY24 be better for DGL and its investors?
Poor DGL Group (ASX:DGL). It was a company that ran hard for several months in 2021, but has substantially retreated…
ASX v US stocks: 5 things we’d like to see the ASX learn from Wall Street
The ASX v US stocks debate is a common one among Australian investors – which exchange will generate better returns?…
Why American Express is Warren Buffett’s favourite stock
What is Warren Buffett’s favourite stock? Mr Buffett is renowned for his investment strategies and has a track record of successful…
What is shareholder dilution and when is it a good thing?
With the ASX hosting more small-cap companies than large ones, the concept of shareholder dilution is one that investors should…
Gorman-Rupp (NYSE:GRC): It is boom or bust for this 90-year-old pump company
Gorman-Rupp (NYSE:GRC) is one of our favourite US stocks offering solid potential for good returns. The risk is a bit…
Why do ASX companies undertake share consolidations? Here are the 2 key reasons
Some microcap ASX stocks (particularly companies below 1c) will undertake share consolidations for several reasons. SIGN UP FOR THE…
Which Big Bank stock will win the mortgage wars?
The average home owner paying down a home loan would think the term ‘mortgage wars’ would allude to their struggle…
Should I buy McDonalds shares (NYSE:MCD)? Here are 3 reasons why we’re McLoving it!
McDonalds (NYSE:MCD) really doesn’t need an introduction. It is the world’s largest and most famous restaurant chain. It may well benefit…
Here are 3 of the most common rare earths and the ASX stocks exposed to them
In this article, we recap some of the most common rare earths (no so rare earths) and some of the…
4 urgent changes Dominos (ASX:DMP) must make to get itself back on track
We feel sad for Dominos Pizza Enterprises (ASX:DMP). After 17 years of non-stop share price growth and expansion, it has…
As reporting season 2023 kicks off, here are 5 companies to keep an eager eye on!
Reporting season 2023 will kick off today with Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) releasing its FY23 results. Companies have to release financial results…
Many stocks have investor relations personnel. How can you judge their success or failure?
Many listed companies will have people dedicated to investor relations – either in-house staff or outside personnel from dedicated firms.…
Here are 4 of the worst red flags for stocks that you need to watch out for
Investors should always be on the look out for red flags for stocks. We’re talking about subtle signs that may appear…
Julimar is a monster deposit! But what is next for Chalice (ASX:CHN) and its 30m flagship project?
During the Corona Crash, Julimar sent Chalice (ASX:CHN) shares on an exponential run of share price growth over the following…
What is a dividend reinvestment plan and should you entertain participating in it?
In this article we look at what Dividend reinvestment plans are, why directors participate in them and whether or not…
How do analysts value stocks? Here are 3 key ways to judge what a stock is worth
In this article we answer the question ‘How do analysts value stocks?‘ By knowing how they do it, you can…
What is CAGR and why do listed companies like using it?
Although it is not as commonly used by Australian listed companies, Compound annual growth rate (CAGR), is a growth metric…
How can you find the best stocks for retirement? It starts with looking at these 4 sectors
In this article, we ask the question: how can you find the best stocks for retirement? Investing in stocks can be…
You need to keep an eye on the ex-dividend date if you want a solid payout! Here’s why
If you’re wondering what is the last day can you buy/sell a stock and still get/keep a declared dividend –…
Demergers … The 5 most famous break ups!
Demergers are a common organisational restructuring tactic listed companies undertake. In this article we look at why companies undertake them…
Ansell’s trading update for FY23 and FY24: Here’s why investors did not like it
Ansell’s trading update sent shares down over 10% yesterday. The catalyst was a negative trading update out of the personal protection…
Most ASX companies are in a blackout period right now – here’s what it means
ASX companies that use either the calendar year or July 1-June 30 year as their financial year are currently in…
5 of the best ASX M&A deals in 1HY23!
ASX M&A deals were a rarity during 2022. But 2023 has seen a bounce back so far, even if it…
How to rebuild your wealth after a divorce? Here are 5 key steps
How to rebuild your wealth after a divorce? It can be a daunting and overwhelming task. However, it doesn’t have to…
How can you estimate future dividends? Here are 3 useful ways to prevent a long, nervous wait
How can you estimate future dividends? One of the key reasons people buy stocks is for dividends but it is good…
So your company just unveiled unaudited results for FY23? Are they accurate and how much weight should I place on them?
It is reporting season soon but unaudited results are being released ahead of that by many companies and some have…
Cobalt: Why is it so important and what are its prospects over the next 5 years?
Of all the resources used in electric vehicles, cobalt is the most under-rated. Compared to other battery minerals, it is…
Are aged care stocks good investments? How might they be impacted by forthcoming regulatory changes in FY25?
If you’ve seen the enormous fees aged care stocks charge, have observed the funding given to the sector notwithstanding, and…
BHP or RIO Tinto? Which of these 2 resources giants is the better investment and which one has upside?
BHP or Rio Tinto? Choosing between these two major miners is no easy feat. In this article, we take a brief…
Why do some companies capitalise expenses such as R&D? Should investors even care?
There’s plenty of accounting plays companies can make and one of them is to capitalise expenses. To capitalise expenses (particularly…
Here are 5 Dividend Aristocrat stocks: Companies that have increased dividends for over 50 years consecutively!
Have you ever heard of a so-called Dividend Aristocrat? This term alludes to a company in the S&P 500 that…
Copper: Can it go up over the next 5-10 years and how can I take advantage?
Copper is one of the most in-demand metals on the planet and has amongst the best prospects of any metal…
How much more will interest rates rise in Australia? Isn’t 4.1% high enough?
How much more will interest rates rise in Australia? Since May 2022, the RBA has increased the cash rate 13 times…
What is a contrarian investor, who are some of the most famous ones and can I make money if I adopt this strategy?
What is a contrarian investor? Are they nobodies on the fringe of the market? Or are they the prophets you…
Here are the 2 most important stock market taxes that investors need to be aware on
As one of two certainties in life, investors need to be aware of stock market taxes. Investors may be liable…
Light and Wonder (ASX:LNW) is up 15% since its secondary ASX listing! But is more growth to come?
It has been little over a month since Light and Wonder (ASX:LNW) debuted on the ASX, but it has been…
Are Semiconductor stocks really so much more volatile than other stocks?
Semiconductor stocks are amongst the most important companies on the market. This is because they produce the components that enable modern…
Will ASX office REITs ever recover to their pre-COVID-19 heights? Or are they facing a slow, painful death?
Spare a thought for ASX office REITs. Prior to the pandemic, you might have thought they were amongst the safest…
ASX Gold Small Caps: Here are our 3 favourite in 2023
There are plenty of ASX gold small caps, but which ones are the best? We’ve selected our favourite 3, all…
Cincinnati Financial (NDQ:CINF): An Ohio-based P&C insurer that has lifted its dividend an astonishing 62 years in a row!
This week we are taking a deep dive into Cincinnati Financial (NDQ:CINF). As Stocks Down Under Concierge expands into international…
Clinical trial stages: Here are the 4 big hurdles that biotechs need to overcome
A biotech wanting to bring a drug or product to market has to clear various Clinical trial stages. In this…
How to avoid losing money on stocks? Here are 3 reliable ways
How to avoid losing money on stocks? In this article, we answer that question. Investing in stocks can be a…
Meet Redox (ASX:RDX), a company listing today that could raise the 2023 ASX IPO market from the dead
Chemical importer Redox (ASX:RDX) is listing on the ASX. It has raised $402m for a $1.34bn valuation, making it the…
Why companies do M&A deals? Here are the 3 most important reasons
In this article we look at why companies do M&A – Mergers and acquisitions. M&A activity is an extremely common…
Chinese tourists in Australia: Will they ever return in their pre-COVID 19 numbers or will tourist operators be left distraught?
Chinese tourists in Australia were important to Australia’s economy pre-pandemic. Spending peaked at $12.4bn annually. Six months since China re-opened,…
Betting stocks: How do they make their money? Here are the top 4 ways
The revenue model of Betting stocks is different to any other industry and can confuse even the most seasoned analysts.…
Here are 5 ASX stocks to give up on – if you haven’t wisely done so already
In this article, we recap 5 ASX stocks to give up on – if you haven’t made the correct call…
Is Rex (ASX:REX) doomed to fail?
Rex (ASX:REX) shareholders have done it tough. After launching capital city jet flights and thinking that business could become Qantas’…
How do interest rates affect stocks? Here are the 3 big ways
How do interest rates affect stocks? That’s a question that is particularly pertinent with interest rates being hiked at the…
CDIs (Chess Depository Interests): Why are some ASX companies listed in this way?
Some ASX companies have their shares listed as CDIs, or ‘Chess Depository Interests’. This is particularly true with American companies…
So, you want to invest in India on the ASX? Here are your best options
So you want to invest in India on the ASX? Maybe you missed out on China and like the idea…
Should I buy AGL Energy (ASX:AGL)? Is it a safe haven amidst surging inflation
Should I buy AGL Energy (ASX:AGL)? That’s a question many investors would be forgiven for asking themselves when hearing that…
Help: I own a delisted ASX company! What can I do?
If you own shares in a delisted ASX company, you’re probably wondering what to do. Some stocks have a happy…
Investing in private companies: Should stock market investors consider this or is it too risky?
The advent of investing platforms such as OnMarket and Birchal have made investing in private companies as easy as listed…
ASX resources stocks need an Exploration License: Here’s how they get this priceless Nest Egg
All ASX resources stocks need an Exploration License, and potentially a Mining License too down the track. Without one, there…
ASX CEOs: Here’s 4 creative ways through which they are compensated
ASX CEOs are paid an average of $1.1m a year. But not all of their pay is in cash –…
Here’s why the P/B multiple is so important to know if you own shares in the Big 4 Banks
If you’re invested in a banking share, you need to know about the P/B multiple (Price-to-Book). In this article, we…
Is CSL (ASX:CSL) now facing a more difficult FY24 than investors first thought?
After a decade of nothing but good news for investors in CSL (ASX:CSL), shares fell by ~25% between June and…
Stock options: Here’s how investors can use them to their advantage
Do you hold Stock options? If so, you could be in a ‘no-lose’ situation as an investor. If your company…
The ASX CHESS Replacement: Will it the excruciating wait finally be over in 2032?
The long-promised ASX CHESS replacement has been a saga that likely has more twists and turns to come. Despite prior…
Here are 4 of the most famous ASX corporate collapses in history and what you can learn from them
ASX corporate collapses – they can and do happen. No stock is immortal. Some survive longer than others – but…
Peninsula Energy (ASX:PEN): Our favourite ASX uranium play for 2023!
This week we are taking an in-depth look at Peninsula Energy (ASX:PEN). It is one of a handful of uranium stocks…
The 4 best lithium stocks to buy right now!
In this article, Stocks Down Under recaps the 4 best lithium stocks to buy right now! But first, it is important…
Why so many Chinese stocks have crashed and burned on ASX
In the mid-2010s, numerous Chinese stocks joined the ASX, only to delist within a couple of years. What happened? …
Tax loss selling: Should you do it before the end of FY23?
It’s that time of the year when investors engage in tax loss selling. If you clicked on this article, you’re probably…
So your stock will release shares in escrow? What’s going to happen to the share price?
Just what are shares in escrow? And what happens when they are released? Essentially, escrow arrangements ensure that existing investors who…
ASX uranium stocks: Here’s why you might want to consider them and our top 3 picks
ASX uranium stocks have gained increased attention in recent months as uranium prices have undergone a major rally for the…
Lithium brine or hard rock: Which one is better for investors in 2023?
Lithium brine or hard rock are the two main choices for lithium companies. But which of the two is more…
What is an asset impairment? And is it really that bad a kick in the guts as some investors think?
You may have heard companies announce an impairment of particular assets. This is typically perceived by investors as bad news,…
The FIRB … Who is the Foreign Investment Review Board and why do they kill great deals?
Investors may or may not know the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB), but those who do might know it for…
How exactly do high interest rates impact tech stocks? Here are 6 ways
We all know high interest rates impact tech stocks. But while most investors would know that fact, not all investors…
How to value resources stocks? Here are 3 unique multiples investors can use
The question of how to value resources stocks is not an easy one to answer, because there are so many…
The Humm saga showed ASIC has significant powers
At the end of last month, ASIC dropped a bombshell on Humm (ASX:HUM) and its investors. For roughly 24 hours, the…
So you stock went into voluntary administration … Is it all over now or will you get any of your money back?
Voluntary administration – these are the two words that no investor wants to hear. What will happen next and will…