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July 2023

Real estate gap causes concerns

Australia’s largest landlords have recently downgraded the values of their office block portfolios, but investors are seeking deeper discounts amid a significant gap between public and private valuations. While publicly traded commercial real estate markets have experienced a sharp decline, the impact on unit prices has not been fully reflected in asset valuations. This has […]

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Santos reports robust sales revenue, production, and free cash flow in Q2 2023

Santos (ASX:STO) has announced strong financial and operational performance in its second-quarter report for 2023. The company achieved sales revenue of AU$1.3 billion during the quarter, indicating robust sales performance. Additionally, production reached 22.8 million barrels of oil equivalent (mmboe), a significant increase compared to the previous quarter. This growth was primarily driven by higher

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BHP operational review for the year ended 30 June 2023

BHP (ASX:BHP) has released its operational review for the financial year ended 30 June 2023. The review highlights the company’s production achievements, financial performance, portfolio developments, and commitment to safety and sustainability. This article provides a factual overview of the key points presented in the operational review. Production Achievements During the financial year, BHP achieved

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ASX up 0.23% at noon following the release of jobless data

At noon, the S&P/ASX 200 is 0.23 per cent higher at 7,340.50, following the release of a higher-than-anticipated unemployment rate. The unexpected decrease in unemployment, coupled with a downward revision to 3.5% in May, has increased the likelihood of the Reserve Bank of Australia raising interest rates in June. Consequently, the retail and interest rate

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Stocks of the Hour: NOVONIX, BPH Global, AML3D

NOVONIX (NASDAQ:NVX, ASX:NVX) announced that its Battery Technology Solutions division successfully completed the commissioning of its 10 tonnes per annum cathode pilot line. In response, Dr. Chris Burns, CEO of NOVONIX, noted, “This capability places us in a unique position to serve the nickel-based cathode material market, which we and industry experts believe will require

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Australian states stress urgent investment needed to meet renewable energy targets

New South Wales and Victoria have emphasised the need for immediate investment in developing new zero-emission generation to achieve ambitious renewable energy targets. State energy ministers warn of potential challenges in transitioning without sufficient infrastructure, leading to higher electricity prices if the retirement of coal, the country’s dominant power source, outpaces renewable energy development. Speaking

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