Charts of the month: July 2025
US markets continue to make new all-time highs as we enter the midst of earnings season. A trade deal with Japan, continued optimism around the adoption of AI and a generally resilient economy have sent stock markets higher in July. In this edition of Charts of the Month, we look at five interesting charts that caught our eye this month…
Read More
Top 10 at 11: ASX positive...
The ASX is looking cheery despite a reasonably flat open this morning, lifting on strength in energy and banking stocks. Pic: Getty Images Morning, and welcome to Stockhead’s Top 10 (at 11… ish), highlighting the movers and shakers on the ASX in early-doors trading. With the market opening at 10am sharp eastern time, the data is taken at 10.15am in…
Read More
Something for Nothing – Fat Tail...
The value of a pick-up truck doesn’t go down when you start the engine. ‘Ghost wealth,’ on the other hand, drives away on its own. US household net worth is up nearly $60 trillion in just over five years, according to data from the Fed. Nearly half that increase is due to the rise stocks. On CNBC, an analyst, Anthony…
Read More
What is the best opportunity in...
Markets react to news headlines, but long-term returns are driven by earnings growth, so it’s worth paying attention to the second quarter US earnings season About one-third of companies in the US have now reported their earnings, with somewhat mixed results for the S&P 500 overall. While an impressive 80% of companies have beaten expectations with reported earnings, the average…
Read More
Long Shortz with Audeara: Strategic partnerships...
Tylah Tully chats with Audeara (ASX:AUA) CEO Dr James Fielding after the company released a strong quarterly report. The company delivered a 38% increase in year-on-year growth in cash receipts, driven by growing Australian wholesale momentum and strategic tech partnerships. Looking ahead, Audeara plans to build on its product offerings and launch a major medical device initiative into China. Watch…
Read More
What is Ethereum and why are...
With Ethereum prices surging and institutional interest booming, it’s an opportune time to understand what Ethereum is and why it matters. Ethereum is the second largest digital asset behind Bitcoin and is a decentralised blockchain platform designed to support smart contracts and decentralised applications (dApps). It’s more than just a cryptocurrency – it’s a programmable ecosystem. What are the key…
Read More
Long Shortz with Chariot Corporation: China’s...
Tylah Tully chats with Chariot Corporation (ASX:CC9) managing director Shanthar Pathmanathan after the company acquired the largest portfolio of hard rock lithium assets in Nigeria. This move marks a strategic pivot driven by strong Chinese demand for African-sourced lithium. Pathmanathan explained Chariot’s focus on three key initiatives: drilling high-potential targets, partnering with artisanal miners for near-term revenue, and securing offtake…
Read More
Five career choices that can cost...
More often, it’s the many small moments: a hesitation here, a polite acceptance there, a sidestep around the uncomfortable. A glance away in a meeting, a quiet “thank you” instead of a counter and the belief that waiting is safer than asking. Some will say this is human behaviour and not a woman’s burden. The data tells a different story.…
Read More
Rise and Shine: Everything you need...
Everything you need to know before the ASX opens. Pic: Getty Images. Good morning everyone and welcome to Rise and Shine on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Here’s what you should know before the ASX opens today… At 7am AEST, ASX futures were down 0.1%, pointing to a soft start on Wednesday. Here’s what went down while you were snoring……
Read More
X2M Connect is wiring Asia’s smart...
AI surge powers X2M Connect’s rise in Asia’s smartest cities. Picture via Getty Images AI boom puts X2M Connect at heart of Asia’s smart cities From solar farms to safety alarms, this Aussie tech is everywhere The company is scaling fast across the region Smart cities are no longer futuristic puzzles, they’re being built in real time across Asia.…
Read More