Nick Sundich
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…
CET1 ratio: If you invest in banks, you need to know this
In this article we look at the Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio – what it is and why it…
Here are 4 ASX 200 growth stocks to look at in FY24
Growth opportunities are harder to find among large caps, but this article recaps 4 ASX 200 growth stocks with tantalising…
Investing in mining stocks: Here are 6 important things investors need to consider
Investing in mining stocks can offer good returns to investors, particularly if they want to invest for the long-term. But…
Pacific Smiles Group (ASX:PSQ): After a cataclysmic COVID period, dentistry is a good industry to be in
Let’s take a closer look at dental stock Pacific Smiles Group (ASX:PSQ). Pacific Smiles operates 131 dental care centres across…
Custodian trades: Here’s why it wasn’t really JP Morgan, HSBC or CBA that risked their money on your stock
Custodian trades are trades that make it appear like a major bank has bought or sold your company, but it…
China reopening stocks: Here are 3 ASX shares that could benefit
Have you thought about investing in so-called ‘China reopening stocks’? Yes, China dropped its COVID-Zero policies back in January. But we…
It is Confession Season: Here is why investors need to be particularly alert in FY23
It is Confession Season in the Australian share market. Companies will commonly provide guidance towards their annual results and it…
Should you buy Qantas shares? Here are 5 reasons why the company thinks you should
Should you buy Qantas shares? On one hand, there’s the common mantra that investors should never buy airlines, not to mention…
What does your company’s auditor do and why is it so likely to be a Big 4 firm?
Each and every ASX company will have auditor. But what do they do? And why is it almost always one…
Will crypto recover in 2023? And if so, is now the right time for investors to get in?
Will crypto recover? Investors have asked this question for several months. Some have been wanting to get in, but have been…
4 astonishingly undervalued tech stocks for growth-oriented investors to consider
The Tech Wreck has created opportunities for investors to buy undervalued Tech stocks. But some represent better opportunities than others.…
So your company announced a non-binding MOU: Is it a genuine deal or desperate puffery?
When you’re invested in a microcap stock, you might hear it has signed a ‘non-binding MOU’ (short for Memorandum of…
Currency hedging: Here’s how it works and why it’s so important to so many companies and investors
You’ll commonly hear the term ‘currency hedging’. It is undertaken by many companies as part of the ordinary course of…
Want to find good software stocks? Here are 4 important traits you need to look for
Software stocks have provided amongst the highest returns of any ASX sector. There have been plenty of success stories in…
So you want to trade international stocks? Here’s 4 things to consider
Modern technology allows Australian investors to trade international stocks just like local shares. Stocks Down Under Concierge, recognising this, has…
Is $100 or more an expensive share price? Here’s why it’s not
With few ASX companies with share prices over $100, you’d be forgiven for thinking it is an expensive share price. Overseas,…
Predictive Discovery (ASX:PDI): It’s got a 4.2Moz gold deposit, but should you buy now?
Few stocks have ever gained more than 700% in a day, but Predictive Discovery (ASX:PDI) did just that back in…
Share buybacks: Are they a good sign or a waste of company money in 2023?
Share buybacks are a controversial topic amongst investors. Some Concierge subscribers may be aware that Cyclopharm (ASX:CYC) unveiled one last week…
Want to invest in mining stocks? Here are 3 important things for investors to consider
Mining stocks are a popular investment choice with investors in Australia. But as with all sectors, investors need to do…
The NDIS changes: These 2 ASX stocks are exposed
10 years since the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) was founded and labelled the most important reform since Medicare, it…
Xero’s FY23 results were spectacular for the company, but here’s why it might be great news for other tech stocks too
Xero’s FY23 results were released yesterday and the market responded favourably – at least if yesterday’s share price movement is…
ASX pharmaceuticals: Now that Blackmores is being acquired, here are 2 other stocks for investors to consider
Most ASX pharmaceuticals are small caps that are working on a medical treatment that they hope to bring to market.…
Why couldn’t PointsBet (ASX:PBH) crack the lucrative US market?
The ‘American’ dream is over for PointsBet (ASX: PBH). The home-grown company had long-held ambitions to crack the US betting…
How can you build a stock portfolio that delivers good returns? Here are 4 necessary steps
How can you build a stock portfolio that generates good returns and grows your wealth? It’s not easy but it…
The best Solar Energy Stocks on the ASX in 2023
What are the best Solar Energy Stocks to invest in in 2023? Australia is at the forefront of renewable energy…
Healthia (ASX:HLA) is not sexy, but could deliver some dazzling returns in FY24
Each week at Stocks Down Under, we write one in-depth article about a particular company we like and this week…
How much will lithium demand skyrocket during the rest of the 2020s?
Lithium demand is only going in one direction – up. And if you hadn’t realised this, you’ve probably been living…
Carbon neutral investing: Here’s what curious investors need to know and which stocks they might easily consider
As the world seeks to reduce carbon emissions, Carbon neutral investing might be a strategy for investors to consider. But…
The US Banking Crisis: Are investors overreacting or is there more of a bloodbath to come?
The US banking crisis has shaken markets for the past couple of months. 4 banks have collapsed in just 2…
Bank profits: They’re just one measure of performance. Here are another 3 useful ways
Bank profits are heavily scrutinised, especially those of the Big Four. But why do bank share prices fluctuate so substantially…
Market personalities: Here are the 4 that mean monumental business on the ASX
There are a handful of people that are such famous market personalities that when they say or do anything, investors…
Relative Strength Index (RSI): How can it be used and how useful is it?
One of the simplest technical indicators that investors can employ is the Relative Strength Index (RSI). How does it work…
Why have pot stocks been bad investments in the last 5 years despite ruthless liberalisation
If you look at the performance of most pot stocks in the past 5 years, you’d think the pot industry…
The major banks assert times are tough, but they’re still making bumper profits. Are they right to cry poor?
The major banks (The Big 4 – ANZ, CBA, Westpac and NAB – to be specific) all released 1HY23 results…
Orphan Drug Designation: What is it and why is it a big deal for biotech stocks?
While most small cap health stocks dream of commercialisation, companies at an early stage get excited about achieving Orphan Drug…
ESG Investing in 2023: How can I tell if a stock or fund is ethical or ESG compliant?
ESG investing is becoming increasingly popular with investors. But as this happens, it begs the question as to just how you…
Here are 4 useful retirement investment portfolio diversification tips
Retirement investment portfolio diversification is an essential strategy for any investor seeking to reduce risk and maximise returns. But how can…
5 of the worst ASX IPOs in the last decade!
Earlier this week, we wrote about the best ASX IPOs and now we’re writing about the worst ASX IPOs in…
What are the 3 most Underrated stocks in Australia right now?
What are the most Underrated stocks in Australia right now? We think it is consumer facing stocks that are resilient to…
What is a company’s profit margin and why is it crucial in 2023’s high-inflation environment?
In the high inflationary environment we’re in, investors will hear companies talk about margins. What are companies talking about? Why are…
How can investors find good tech stocks? Here are 4 useful indications
Finding good tech stocks that can generate returns similar to what the FAANG stocks did in the 2010s is every…
5 of the best ASX IPOs in the last decade!
In this article, we recap the best ASX IPOs in the last decade. Investing in IPOs is a big risk…
Is investing in ASX international companies more challenging than domestic companies in 2023?
Investing in ASX international companies is eerily similar to investing in domestic companies. After all, you buy and sell shares…
Income Investing: It’s a good strategy but here are 4 factors you should consider
Income investing in relation to stocks involves generating returns from stocks via dividends, rather than share price appreciation. Dividends are…
Here are the 2 best fertiliser stocks to buy on the ASX
What are the best fertiliser stocks to buy on the ASX? Fertilisers are an important industry for agriculture sectors and…
Your stock needs a moat! Here’s why it is so important
What is a moat? A 20th century dictionary would tell you it is a river surrounding a castle that provided…
Should you really ‘Sell in May and go away’? Here’s why we think that theory is nonsense
Have you ever heard of the saying ‘sell in May and go away’? It is probably better if you haven’t.…
How to find undervalued stocks? Here are 3 useful tools to help start your search
How can investors find undervalued stocks? It is a fine art, but it’s not impossible. In this article, we recap…
What is the VIX and what are the factors that cause it to violently surge and go into tailspins?
You may hear the occasional passing comment that the market is volatile, but the VIX Index is one way to…
Here are the 5 best ASX lithium shares
Which companies are the best ASX lithium shares? Demand for lithium will likely skyrocket for the rest of this decade.…
Qantas’ capex bill: Will the looming $12bn+ bullet bite shareholders & Alan Joyce’s successor?
In recent days, there has been significant attention drawn towards Qantas’ capex needs going forward. As it appears, CEO Alan Joyce…
Here are 5 useful ways other than NPAT to measure a company’s performance
How can you judge measure a company’s performance other than through NPAT? NPAT (Net Profit After Tax) is a useful guide…
Director Trades: Are they a good or bad sign? Here’s what investors should read into them
Director trades – either purchases or sales – are taken by investors as a sign of confidence (or a lack…
ROIC: How useful is this metric and which 3 sectors generate the highest returns?
ROIC, or Return on Invested Capital, is a financial metric used to measure a company’s efficiency in generating profits using…
Farm-in Agreements: Are they really a big deal?
Farm-in agreements are the easiest way for small cap explorers to generate returns for investors before legitimate exploration activities or…
Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) made a $200m goodwill impairment last week: What’s the big deal?
A few days in advance of its 1HY23 results, Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) made a $200m goodwill impairment. Shares fell…
Tourism Holdings (ASX:THL): Has it missed the tourism boom or is it just getting started?
Tourism Holdings (ASX:THL) purports to be New Zealand’s premier tourism company. It was founded in 1984, listed on the NZX…
Oil and gas companies: Why are they trading at such low multiples? Here are the 4 most important reasons
Oil and gas companies are trading at heavy discounts to their peers, even with high oil prices. The average ASX 200…
Gold in 2023: After a 19% jump in 6 months, is the good run set to continue?
Where to for Gold in 2023? After an average 2 years or so for gold prices, the past 6 months…
Investing in ASX-listed insurance companies : Here’s what investors need to know and the top 5 companies
ASX-listed insurance companies may seem as if they are among the safest investments as far as listed equities go. After all,…
The Baltic Dry Index: What does it track and why has it dropped >30% in 12 months?
The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) is an index you may not have heard of, but you should have. In this article,…
Nova Eye Medical (ASX:EYE) has been on a strong run, up 50% in one month. Is there more upside?
Nova Eye Medical (ASX:EYE) has had a good month. The optometry company obtained FDA clearance for its newest generation canaloplasty device…
Profit Warnings: Here’s why companies issue them and 4 ways to predict them before they happen
A profit warning out of a company is never a good sign for investors. A profit warning is an official…
Is it time to buy A2 Milk shares now that China is re-opening?
A2 Milk shares have been listed on the ASX for roughly 8 years, listing in late March 2015 at $2.30…
How can you tell when to sell a stock? Here are 4 useful ways to tell
How can you tell when to sell a stock? If you don’t sell a stock, you can make significant losses,…
Dusk Group smells >40% undervalued: Here’s why it may rebound
Dusk Group (ASX:DSK) purports to be Australia’s favourite home fragrance seller. Investors haven’t been sharing the love for it as…
What are the best ASX shares for dividend investing? They all belong to these 4 sectors
What are the best ASX shares for dividend investing? It is difficult to pick individual stocks because dividends can fluctuate…
Blue-chip stocks: What are they and what are the best examples on the ASX?
Blue-chip stocks are amongst the most desired stocks on the market. But what are they and what are the best…
As Chinese students return to Australia in 2023, which companies will derive the greatest benefit?
As Chinese students return to Australia, there are several companies that have been struggling in their absence and are set…
Underlying v Statutory results? There’s a big difference between the 2 – here’s how to tell
When companies report results, you’ll hear underlying and statutory results. What is the difference between the two and how big…
Fintechs are a US$194bn industry: What are they, are they good and why are there so many of them?
Fintechs (short for financial technology) are technology companies that are servicing the financial sector. Fintechs enable organizations in this industry…
Coda Minerals – One of the world’s most inexpensive copper plays
Thursday 23 March 2023 was not a great day to be a shareholder of Coda Minerals (ASX:COD), developer of a…
What are the Top ASX Retail Stocks? Here are our 3 picks
ASX retail stocks are going through a fascinating period. The moderating of online sales and 4-decade high inflation is having…
BrainChip shares are down >50% in the past year – where is this company at?
BrainChip shares have had a difficult 12 months. This company has one of the most promising and exciting technologies of…
R&D: Which companies spend the most on it and how do they set their budgets right?
R&D (Research and Development) is an important activity undertaken by companies. But how do companies decided how much to spend…
Who are the most successful investors of all time? Here is our top 4
Who are the most successful investors of all time? This is a question up for debate although here are our…
Green Bonds: What are they, how are they unique and are they a good investment?
Green bonds are an increasingly popular investing option for investors. They offer the potential for large returns, are an easy…
Why is the AGL Energy share price down in the last 12 months despite skyrocketing energy prices?
As Australia’s largest energy retailer, you’d think the AGL Energy share price would have performed well. Instead, it has slipped…
Commodity prices: Here are 4 factors that determine whether they rise or fall
Commodity prices are amongst the most volatile asset prices in the financial markets – even more than stocks and bonds.…
When to sell a bad investment? Here’s how to tell when it’s the right time to take your losses
When should you sell a bad investment? On one hand, if you fail to get out of a bad investment,…
How to invest your super in 2023
How to invest your super (short for superannuation) is a question that all Australians will need to answer. Everyone will…
ASX Renewable Energy Stocks: Here are the top 4
There aren’t many ASX Renewable Energy Stocks but the handful that are listed on the Aussie bourse could represent a…
The Australia-China trade relationship will make a quick recovery in 2023 and these companies will benefit
The Australia-China trade relationship is gradually defrosting after a difficult couple of years. This is good news for a number…
ESG Investing in Australia: Here are the 3 best options for intrigued investors
ESG investing in Australia is not just a fad, it is a fast growing trend that is here to stay.…
Investing in NZX shares: Should Aussie investors say ‘sweet as’ to this >A$150bn market?
Have you ever considered investing in the NZX (New Zealand Exchange)? As the nearest overseas market to Australia (at least…
Should you consider stocks for retirement? Yes you should – here’s why
Should you consider investing in stocks for retirement? How should you pick what stocks to invest in and of course…
What are penny stocks and how can you make breakthrough profits from them?
Penny stocks can offer significant returns above and beyond traditional ‘blue chip’ stocks. By the same token, they also present…
What does a CFO (Chief Financial Officer) do and how important are they?
Every ASX company has a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in their C-suite. They are among the most important people in…
What are patents and is it a big deal if an ASX company wins one?
So, your company has announced it has obtained a patent (or multiple patents) and has told investors that it is…
Silicon Valley Bank has collapsed. Why are markets freaking out? Is it 2008 all over again?
Silicon Valley Bank collapsed over the weekend and markets are expected to fall this week as a consequence. Why are…
Is it really time to ‘buy the dip’ or are you risking catching a falling knife? Here’s a unique framework that investors can use
‘Buy the dip’ – have you ever heard that term? It implies that when a company’s share price ‘dips’ or…
Like for like sales: What does it mean and why do retailers use that creative term?
ASX retailers often use ‘like for like’ sales in addition to total sales. It is most common for companies that…