Small cap equities have underperformed broader market indices, and this has led some investors to revisit the asset class in search of better value relative to increasingly expensive large cap stocks. The Russell 2000 has lagged meaningfully, as capital has been concentrated in a narrow group of mega cap winners that continue to dominate index…
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Heavy Machinery, Heavier Expectations
Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) has benefited from a strong set of growth catalysts, driving the share price up more than 100% from its April lows earlier this year. The rebound reflects renewed investor confidence, supported by infrastructure spending, resilient end market demand, and expectations that the company can navigate the current part of…
Droneshield is on the comeback with an AUD $8 million contract win
With much of the panic among DroneShield (ASX:DRO) investors now easing, our recent coverage has focused on the underlying fundamentals of the business, which we believe remained intact throughout the sell off.
The sharp decline in the share price created an opportunity for investors…
Some may not believe this, but there are some AI stocks that struggled in 2025 even with the AI boom. Just because a company is right at the thick of a 'hot trend', it does not mean execution will be successful or even more successful than its competitors. Let's look at 5 such AI stocks.
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RocketBoots Secures A$9M ARR Deal and A$7M Raise to Fuel Global Growth
RocketBoots (ASX:ROC) has emerged as a standout small cap on the ASX, capturing investor attention following the announcement of a A$9 million annual recurring revenue contract with a global tier one retailer. More recently, the company raised A$7 million through a placement to…
Sprintex’s A$27M Contract Moves It from Concept to Commercial Execution
Sprintex (ASX:SIX) surged 46% today after announcing it had secured approximately A$27 million in contracted orders, a development that meaningfully changes the investment narrative. The agreement with MW Techniek covers 500 ZLD UP compressor systems and 500 integrated PLC control systems, with deliveries scheduled over…
Texas Technology Campus Development Kicks Off Following Key FJH Integration Success
For investors currently holding MTM shares, or those considering an entry into Metallium (ASX:MTM), we believe the company is taking the right steps to build long term value. The progress on global partnerships with Ucore and Glencore is not just encouraging on paper, it…
This article outlines 5 ASX Predictions for 2026 that Stocks Down Under puts its neck on the line to assert will happen. It has become an annual tradition of ours, and some of these calls we get right, others we don't. Arguably our boldest call in suggesting ANZ would be the best performing big 4…
EOS Rockets 105% as A$180M in New Defence Deals in December
Electro Optic Systems (ASX:EOS) has staged a sharp rebound, reflecting the renewed strength we are seeing across defence stocks on the ASX as government spending and contract momentum accelerate. Investor interest has been underpinned by a rapidly expanding order book, with backlog now sitting…
Invion Secures Non-Dilutive Backing to Advance Cancer Therapy
Invion (ASX:IVX) saw a sharp rerating today, with the share price rising 20% following the announcement of potential non-dilutive funding that meaningfully changes the near-term risk profile of the business.
Rather than issuing new shares to advance its oesophageal cancer program, Hanlim Pharm will fund the required preclinical…
