The mood at this year’s Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, the annual gathering of the world’s top central bankers, hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, was noticeably more relaxed. The message resonating through the picturesque landscape? The worst appears to be behind us.  Continue…

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BHP (ASX:BHP) reported FY24 results that were generally in line with estimates. As one of the most poured-over companies on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), the lack of any great surprise is, in itself, no great surprise. Revenue grew three per cent to US$55.7 billion, while underlying earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) grew four per cent to US$29 billion, the latter being slightly above consensus of US$28.7 billion and driven by a one to two per cent increase in copper equivalent production and higher commodity prices, the latter helping to offset a jump in costs.  Continue…

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As we noted earlier last week, Guzman y Gomez (ASX:GYG) has wrapped up its first full financial year since going public with exceeding expectations and its prospectus guidance provided in May.  

The 26 per cent increase in network sales and 48 per cent rise in underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA), which were both slightly ahead of prospectus forecasts has prompted house broker Barrenjoey to adjust its expectations upwards.  Continue…

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This week, I had a great conversation with Sean Aylmer on the Fear and Greed podcast about the latest reporting season. We discussed how analysts are reassessing their views on companies and the impact of outlook statements on forecasts for the next year. With interest rates staying higher for longer, some sectors are feeling the pressure. We also took a closer look at companies like ARB (ASX:ARB), REA Group (REA), Breville Group (ASX:BRG) and CSL Limited (ASX:CSL). Continue…

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This week on ABC Nightlife, I joined Philip Clark to discuss the results from the current reporting season and the outlook for the new financial year. We explored why more companies have exceeded market expectations than have disappointed.

You can listen to the full interview here: ABC Nightlife – Finance with Roger Montgomery Continue…

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Amid a hectic reporting week, we offer the following quick takes, highlighting the results of key, high-quality companies.  Continue…

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In this week’s video insight, I discuss the long-term outperformance of founder-led companies and why they should be a core component of your investment portfolio. Amid the noise of reporting season, it’s essential to focus on the proven resilience and strategic vision of businesses like ARB (ASX:ARB), Reece (ASX:REH), WiseTech (ASX:WTC), and Macquarie Technology (ASX:MAQ), where the founders or their families continue to drive success. Backed by robust research, I explore how these companies not only deliver superior shareholder returns but also maintain a strong company culture, innovate with a long-term perspective, and prioritise sustainable growth over short-term gains.  Continue…

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Super Retail Group (ASX:SUL), the prominent Australian omnichannel retailer, reported its annual financial results for the fiscal year 2024, reflecting strong performance that was largely pre-guided, and a positive outlook for 2025. The company, which operates four key brands – Super Cheap Auto, Rebel, BCF (Boating, Camping & Fishing), and Macpac – continues to capture a significant share of the retail market in Australia.  Continue…

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