Daily Financial News

Ahead of the Herd’s Rick Mills explains why resource sector investors can’t afford to be blase about the growing global rift between rich and poor.

Peter Switzer of the Switzer Report draws upon expert views to list thirteen stocks to consider for investment in 2020.

Viva Energy has had a difficult year amid a continued deterioration in retail margins. However, top-line revenue remains strong and fuel volumes are up.

Estia Health has reduced guidance for FY20 amid pressure on occupancy rates and revenue as the negative fallout from the aged care Royal Commission continues.

Marcus Reubenstein of APAC News looks behind the acquisition of Bellamy’s and Lion Dairy by Chinese giant China Mengniu and asks whether criticism of those deals on foreign ownership grounds is justified?

Michael Gable of Fairmont Equities suggests a buying opportunity has arisen in Beach Energy.

A glance through the latest expert views and predictions about commodities. China’s growth; environmental issues; coal; copper; Oz gold and base metal equities.

After a year’s consultation, the RBNZ has released additional capital requirements for Australian banks that are not as onerous as feared.

Boral has identified financial irregularities in its North American windows business and brokers expect the investigation to weigh on the stock for some time.

Brokers note an improving sales trend in food over the first half for Metcash, however the loss of significant contracts continues to weigh on the outlook.