The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is on course to record another decline on Tuesday. In afternoon trade, the benchmark index is down 0.2% to 8,605.8 points.
Four ASX shares that are falling more than most today are listed below. Here's why they are dropping:
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Bapcor Ltd (ASX: BAP)
The Bapcor share price is down 20% to $1.87. Investors have been selling this auto products retailer's shares following the release of another disappointing update. Management advised that its performance in October and November was below expectation mainly in the Trade segment. In light of this, Bapcor now expects its statutory net profit after tax for the first half to be a loss in the range of $5 million to $8 million. For the full year, its statutory net profit after tax is now expected to be $31 million to $36 million. This is a downgrade on the guidance it provided in late October of $40 million to $50 million. Bapcor's CEO, Angus McKay, said: "The weaker operational performance in October and November is disappointing. Although, the turnaround of the business is more challenging and taking longer than expected we are committed to doing the difficult work that will result in a stronger, more sustainable company."
Emeco Holdings Ltd (ASX: EHL)
The Emeco share price is down 2.5% to $1.28. This follows the release of the mining equipment rental company's investor day update this morning. While the update was filled with positives and highlighted its many opportunities, there was no update to its guidance for FY 2026. It is possible that some investors had been expecting an upgrade at today's event. As things stand, Emeco still expects "moderate earnings growth" this financial year.
Liontown Ltd (ASX: LTR)
The Liontown share price is down 3% to $1.47. This is despite the lithium miner announcing an offtake agreement with China's Canmax. The agreement will see the supply of 150,000 wet metric tonnes (wmt) of spodumene concentrate per year over two years in 2027 and 2028. Liontown's Managing Director and CEO, Tony Ottaviano, said: "Their participation in our 2025 institutional placement signalled strong confidence in the long term potential of Kathleen Valley, and this Offtake Agreement reinforces their commitment." While this is good news, it is possible that profit taking is weighing on its shares. After all, they remain up by 28% since this time last month despite today's weakness.
PWR Holdings Ltd (ASX: PWH)
The PWR Holdings share price is down over 4% to $7.73. This follows news that this automotive cooling products company has appointed its new CEO. PWR Holdings advised that it has promoted its CFO, Sharyn Williams, to the top job. Given the company's poor recent performance, it is possible that some investors were looking for an outside appointment with fresh ideas.
