Nick Sundich
Sovereign Metals (ASX:SVM): The owner of the world’s largest rutile deposit and second largest flake graphite resource
Sovereign Metals (ASX:SVM) is no small cap explorer – it is the owner of the world’s largest rutile deposit! Rutile…
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…
When to invest in stocks? When you have these 3 things sorted
When to invest in stocks? Investing in stocks is a great way to grow your wealth and secure your financial…
Leo Lithium (ASX:LLL) once had a lucrative project, only to be forced out by the Mali government
Investors were excited about Leo Lithium (ASX:LLL) until sovereign risk issues became a reality. Some investors, and even ourselves for…
Who are the Best ASX CEOs? Here are our 5 favourite!
The question of who the best ASX CEOs are is a subject of much debate amongst retail investors. Much of this…
How to create a passive income from stocks in 2024? Here are 5 strategies
Most people invest in stocks for capital gains (in other words for selling the stock for more than they bought…
EBITDA can be a powerful metric if you use it wisely. Here’s 2 key things you need to know
ASX investors will frequently hear companies talk about EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortisation) as well as its…
What is short selling and can retail investors make a buck doing it?
Short sellers are one of the most mysterious, but most powerful actors in the markets. They have been known to…
Why is my stock going down even though it’s so good? Here’s 3 reasons why!
Why is my stock going down even though it’s so good? That’s a question many investors ask themselves. You could think…
Net Interest Margin: What is this important metric and which bank stocks have the highest?
Investors focused on the banking and financials sectors will commonly hear the term Net Interest Margin (NIM). In this article,…
Amazon (NDQ:AMZN) is a great company, but its not rising in 2024 for the reasons you might think
Amazon (NDQ:AMZN) … the Everything Store. That was the title of journalist Brad Stone’s biography of the company as well…
The Big Four Banks: Which is the best one for investors in 2024?
The so-called Big Four Banks on the ASX are among the ASX’s most prominent companies. They are capitalised at nearly…
Rule of 72: Here’s how investors can use it to their advantage
Here’s why The Rule of 72 might be useful to consider when investing in Stocks Investing in stocks can be…
Novo Nordisk (CPH: NOVO-B): It’s not all smooth sailing for the US$400bn company behind obesity drug Ozempic
Not many 100-year old healthcare stocks see a sudden 30% jump in sales in one year, but Novo Nordisk (CPH:…
Bapcor (ASX:BAP): Its been a horror week with a 3rd profit downgrade in less than a year
This week investors in Bapcor (ASX:BAP) saw a 3rd profit downgrade in less than a year and its CEO-elect walk…
Is there another Asian financial crisis brewing? How would stocks be impacted?
Is there another Asian financial crisis brewing? There is increasing concern there might be as many Asian countries’ currencies struggle…
Why can’t ASX small bank stocks beat the Big 4?
Be disappointed all you like at the performance of some of the Big 4, but ASX small bank stocks have…
Metals Acquisition (ASX:MAC): This $1bn company owns one of Australia’s most famous copper mines
Just over 2 and a half years after listing in New York, Metals Acquisition (NYSE:MTAL, ASX:MAC) opted to dual list…
Here are the 4 best ASX stocks for May 2024
Here are the 4 best ASX stocks for May 2024! Each month, we look at the best ASX stocks…
Here are 5 reasons why Alphabet (NDQ:GOOGL) is the best FAANG stock to buy in 2024
What is the best FAANG stock to buy now if you’re an investor? Or perhaps the best Magnificent Seven stock?…
Cooking the Books: Here are 4 manipulative ways for your stocks to be manipulated
Have you heard of the term cooking the books? Cooking the books is a term used to describe the illegal act…
How are stock market indices like the ASX 200 determined?
Stock market indices like the ASX 200 and S&P 500 are used as barometers for the performance and overall health…
Pay attention to these 5 signs to buy a stock
What are the most important signs to buy a stock on the ASX or any other stock exchange? In this…
Here are 5 ASX resources juniors with projects in unusual locations
ASX resources juniors live and die by many things, but project location is one of them. The majority have projects…
What are nominee shareholders? Have they got anything secret to hide from the rest of the market?
Let’s take a look at who nominee shareholders are. Have you ever seen a substantial shareholder notice lodged with your…
Here’s why the RBA is worried about the ASX. Should you be too?
The RBA is worried about the ASX. It all but confirmed that in its latest bulletin, released last week. The…
Buying Netflix shares from Australia? A golden growth opportunity
Buying Netflix shares from Australia may seem like a no brainer. It has recorded exponential growth since its famous pivot…
It is ASX quarterlies season! Here’s what investors need to know
It is ASX quarterlies season in the dying days of January, April, July and October, and we are just upon…
5 stocks that issued or upgraded their FY24 guidance in recent weeks!
We’re nearly at that time of year when companies upgrade or downgrade their FY24 guidance. It is called ‘confession season’.…
Tigers Realm Coal (ASX:TIG): Its making an awkward exit from Siberian coking coal, but what’s next?
Tigers Realm Coal (ASX:TIG) has been one of the few ASX stocks (if not the only ASX stock) with direct…
Is a soft landing still likely in Australia in 2024?
Is Australia still set for a soft landing? For some months now, it was thought the answer was a firm…
Hydrogen in Australia: Can we expect massive adoption in the next 10 years?
When will we see hydrogen in Australia? Not as a fad, not as an idea, but as a widespread energy…
Why is Gina Rinehart buying into Lynas? She’s accumulated a stake worth over $300m
The big question on many investors’ minds this week is why is Gina Rinehart buying into Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC)?…
What is a REIT’s Funds From Operations (FFO) and how can investors use this metric to their advantage
ASX REITs often use the metric Funds From Operations (FFO). Investors new to investing in REITs may wonder what it…
When will coal be phased out in Australia? And what will this mean for ASX coal and energy stocks?
When will coal be phased out in Australia? It is inevitable that coal’s days are numbered, although the Russia-Ukraine war…
Here are 5 reasons why Woolworths shares aren’t as great an investment as you might think
Woolworths shares may at first glance appear to be one of the most risk-free investments on the ASX. It has…
Australian merger and acquisition laws will be overhauled in 2026. Is this good or bad for ASX stocks?
Last week, the government introduced changes Australian merger and acquisition laws not seen in nearly 5 decades. The ACCC had…
GameStop (GME): How it became the greatest ever meme stock in 2021
The transformation of GameStop Corp. (GME) into a “meme stock” is a fascinating event. It underscores the power of collective…
Should I buy Air New Zealand shares given they’re still down over 65% from pre-COVID levels?
The question ‘Should I buy Air New Zealand shares?’ has been one many investors have asked, but any who thought…
What are the opening hours of the ASX? What are the 2024 market holidays and are they set in stone?
The opening hours of the ASX are 6 every day that the market opens. Simply put, they are 10am to…
Will Woolworths and Coles shares be hit by new supermarket regulation in 2024?
Woolworths and Coles shares are facing regulatory scrutiny like no other companies are right now. After months of allegations that…
2 years since Block shares listed on the ASX: Can it boost to new heights in 2024?
The Afterpay acquisition was not just noteworthy because it was the biggest corporate takeover in Australian history, but also because…
Westgold is merging with Karora Resources and creating a A$2.2bn company: Is it a match made in heaven?
This morning, investors heard the news that Westgold is merging with Karora Resources, a TSX-listed gold miner. The deal will…
Can foreigners invest in ASX shares? Yes, but with a handful of caveats and considerations
Can foreigners invest in ASX shares? The simple answer is yes, although it isn’t as simple for them as it…
Dimerix (ASX:DXB): In Phase 3 for FSGS and so far, so very good!
There aren’t many ASX biotech stocks in Phase 3, and even fewer with successful interim data, but Dimerix (ASX:DXB) is…
WAAAX stocks in 2024: WAAAX on, WAAAX off!
Remember the days when WAAAX stocks were outperforming FAANG stocks, so we were told by journalists and analysts? The WAAAX…
Seek (ASX:SEK): One of the best ASX tech stocks, but strongly overvalued
Online employment marketplace Seek (ASX:SEK) may be formally categorised as ‘Media and Entertainment’ by the ASX, although it is difficult to…
Archer Materials (ASX:AXE): There’s more to the company than many investors think
Archer Materials (ASX:AXE) has long attracted intrigue as the only ASX company in quantum computing, although there is far more…
Here are the 3 best months to buy stocks
What are the best months to buy stocks? It is difficult to answer this question because there will always be…
Here’s why broker downgrades can cause such a big hit to stocks
There are plenty of ways a stock can be hit, but broker downgrades can be amongst the most contentious. …
Here are 4 tax deductions for stock investors to claim this tax time and maximise their refund!
There are plenty of tax deductions for stock investors to claim, they just need to be aware of them! Although…
Treasury Wine Estates (ASX:TWE): China’s 200% wine tariffs have been consigned to history, so is it now back to business as usual?
Last Thursday, just before we all went on Easter holidays, Treasury Wine Estates (ASX:TWE) investors had the day they had…
Zombie Companies: How can you identify them & avoid them like the plague?
Are you invested in zombie companies? You could well be without even knowing it and you need to get out…
Here’s how to prepare your portfolio for a recession and the top 4 ASX stocks for a recession
How to prepare your portfolio for a recession? While we cannot comment on individual investors’ portfolio, there are some strategies…
Poised for success? Here are 5 ASX explorers with farm-in agreements with major miners
We’re taking a look at ASX explorers with farm-in agreements with major miners in place. Because while there are hundreds…
Here are 3 ways to identify defensive stocks to protect your portfolio
A defensive stock is an investment that seeks to protect investors from market downturns. Defensive stocks generally have a low…
Not all REITs are created equal. Here’s the best REITs for 2024!
What are the best REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts)? And what even are REITs? They are a type of security that…
4 factors to consider if spin out companies make good investments
Spin out companies come into existence whenever a company decides to separate a division from the parent company into a…
Why is gold a safe haven asset? Here are the top 4 reasons
Why is gold a safe haven asset? In this article, we look at this question and ask whether or not…
Pandemic Stocks: Here are 4 that benefited permanently and 4 that crashed
The name pandemic stocks is one you might not have heard for a while, with the pandemic well behind us.…
Here are 5 rebound stocks and 5 that could be about to be the next success stories
One of the best ways to make money from stocks is from so-called rebound stocks. By this we mean stocks…
Stocks burying bad news: Here are 4 types of bad announcements that companies try to slip past you by releasing after 4.10pm
Stocks burying bad news is something that all investors will encounter at some stage in their investing journey. But some…
Here are 5 under the radar ASX gold stocks that gained over 300% in 5 years
Despite the rally in gold, there are plenty of under the radar ASX gold stocks. In particular, there are a…
3 reasons why ASX penny stocks have such an awkward reputation
Penny stocks, especially ASX penny stocks, have a bad reputation in the investing world. They are associated with high risk and…
‘Never buy an airline’: Who said this and does it still hold in the post-COVID-19 travel boom?
Never buy an airline – you’ve probably heard this saying before. Just why is this said and is it still…
Transurban (ASX:TCL): Is it at risk of losing its valuable monopolies?
Transurban (ASX:TCL) is a unique stock on the ASX. No other stock has such long-term monopolies as Transurban does on…
Why do companies get an ASX query? These are the 3 most common reasons
In this article, we look at why your company might get an ASX query? Specifically, the 3 most common reasons.…
Freelancer (ASX:FLN): The world’s largest workforce, powered by AI
Freelancer (ASX:FLN) is one of the ASX’s most intriguing stocks. The company is positioning itself as the ‘Amazon of services,’…
Tax implications of investing in stocks and how to slash your bill
The tax implications of investing in stocks are not often considered when you first start investing, although you may get…
Here’s why you need to watch gross margins as much as net margins
When looking at margins, gross margins are not typically considered by retail investors. But by considering them, you might gain…
WiseTech shares are way overvalued because of 1 thing investors are missing
Ever since WiseTech shares were under pressure in 2019/20 after a short-seller report and the Corona Crash, there’s been practically…
What is Reflexivity theory in relation to stocks and here’s how it made George Soros rich
If you have ever thought your stocks is influenced more by perceptions and actions of investors rather than fundamentals, that…
Here are 4 ASX stocks that changed their name recently
How often do you find ASX stocks that changed their name and you likely didn’t know about it? Stocks can…
Investing in stocks for retirement: Here’s why you should give it serious thought
Investing in stocks for retirement is an excellent option to consider. Investing in stocks can help you build a substantial nest…
Politicians on ASX boards: Here are 10 of the most noteworthy
We’re taking a look at politicians on ASX boards. In politics, your time comes and goes, and eventually it is…
Here are the 5 best books about share trading
Books about share trading are a great way for beginners to get started and for more experienced investors to gain…
ASX stocks in voluntary administration: Here are 4 that have bitten the dust recently
There are a number of ASX stocks in voluntary administration right now. For varying reasons, the utopia promised by company’s…
Investing in IPOs (Initial Public Offerings) in 2024: Here’s what investors need to know
Investing in IPOs offers the opportunity for investors to make gains they couldn’t make with any other company, but also…
What is a stock’s Return on Equity (ROE) and how can investors use this metric to their advantage
Our long-time readers would know that we often use the Return on Equity (ROE) metric when looking at stocks, whether…
Here are 6 ASX stocks that helped WAM Capital beat the market by more than 5%
WAM Capital (ASX:WAM) is one of several Listed Investment Companies (LICs) operated by Wilson Asset Management. Wilson Asset Management is…
Albo’s labour hire laws: Here are 4 ASX stocks that could lose from Same Job, Same Pay
One of the biggest gripes amongst the Australian business community has been the labour hire laws passed by the Albanese…
The ANZ Suncorp deal was finally approved! Can this deal propel ANZ Bank’s growth over the next 2 years?
Yesterday, ASX investors awoke to news that the proposed tie up between ANZ Suncorp deal (specifically Suncorp’s retail banking arm)…
Consensus estimates: How accurate are they and why is it such bad news if companies miss them?
If you’ve read some of our articles before, you might hear us talk a lot about consensus estimates. You may…
Here are 4 ASX Value Traps and how not to fall into them
One mistake investors can make, especially on the ASX, is to fall for ASX value trap stocks. We thought we…
Vicinity Centres (ASX:VCX) has finally put its COVID-19 armageddon in the rear view mirror
Vicinity Centres (ASX:VCX) is one property stock we’ve been keeping our eyes on for several months. Vicinity Centres has some of…
Here’s how to start investing in stocks, no matter how much money you can afford to invest
Although many of our readers have begun investing in stocks already, we don’t think it would be unreasonable to think…
Stocks or Property Investment: Which asset class delivers higher returns for investors in the long run?
The debate over whether Stocks or Property Investment delivers higher returns is a very popular one to hold, but a…
Stage 3 tax cuts start in July: Which ASX stocks will benefit and which ones could lose?
Starting on July 1, the so-called stage 3 tax cuts will come into effect in Australia. These tax cuts, especially…
How to make money in the stock market? Here are the 2 most reliable ways
How to make money in the stock market? Simply put, it is to buy a stock, whether on the ASX…
Here are the 5 Top investing mistakes and how to avoid them
Sometimes, losing money in the stock market can occur due to bad luck, but other times it is due to…
The ASX 200: Here’s a guide with everything Australian investors need to know
Every stock market has a benchmark indice used to measure the performance of the entire market and the ASX 200…
Self Managed Super Funds (SMSFs): What are they and how do you set one up?
Self Managed Super Funds (SMSF’s) offer the tools and flexibility that successful long-term investors demand, allowing them increased control over…
Is cash a good investment for your portfolio?
Is cash a good investment for your portfolio? Obviously, investors need cash to start investing. But instead of spending the…
Listed retailers still own brick and mortar stores and there are important reasons why
The exponential increase in online shopping might make listed retailers that own brick and mortar stores appear out of fashion. But…
Should you consider investing in ASX Index Funds? Here’s when you may want to consider it
Investing in ASX Index Funds may seem like an easy way to invest. Be that as it may, it is…
De Grey Mining (ASX:DEG): How it recorded astounding growth from a $50m explorer to a $2bn gold developer
De Grey Mining (ASX:DEG) is one of the best resources success stories in the last decade in the ASX resources…
ASX Palladium stocks: Here’s why you might want to consider them as a long-term investment
The cohort of ASX Palladium stocks may not be as substantial as lithium stocks, but they just might be as…
Here are 4 ASX electric vehicle stocks that you may have missed
In the absence of any car manufacturers in Australia, many investors would be forgiven for assuming the only ASX electric…
FDA approval for ASX health stocks: Which companies are close to the green light in 2024?
FDA approval for ASX health stocks is the dream that just about all emerging companies in the sector are aspiring…
What is the best trading platform for ASX stocks in 2024?
If you want to trade stocks on ASX, what’s the best trading platform for ASX shares? Unfortunately, there is no…