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Laura Stewart

Laura Stewart joined The Motley Fool in 2022, and recently completed a Master of Applied Finance at the University of Adelaide. In her past life, she was a legal advisor in Southeast Asia, before deciding to switch to the finance industry. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her 50 pet sheep in the Adelaide Hills.

Recent Articles

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Share Market News

Sims holds AGM following a strong FY25 earnings report

| Laura Stewart

Sims' FY25 result was aided by strong metals and data centre demand.

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Share Market News

Lovisa holds AGM; provides a positive trading update

| Laura Stewart

For the first 20 weeks of FY26, Lovisa’s global total sales jumped 26% compared to the same period last year

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Share Market News

Charter Hall upgrades FY26 earnings guidance amid strong property momentum

| Laura Stewart

Charter Hall upgraded its FY26 earnings guidance thanks to stronger investment and funds inflows.

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Share Market News

Qube Holdings holds AGM after hitting record earnings in FY25

| Laura Stewart

Qube Holdings delivered strong FY25 results, with record revenue and a higher dividend despite industry challenges.

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Share Market News

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure shares: terminal update and capacity outlook

| Laura Stewart

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure reports its export terminal is fully contracted through to 2028, with stable cash flows and expansion on…

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DroneShield directors' share sales and contract error: What investors need to know

| Laura Stewart

DroneShield reports on director share sales and a withdrawn contract win, with process improvements set for 2026.

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Share Market News

Sonic Healthcare holds AGM after posting strong FY25 growth and reaffirming FY26 outlook

| Laura Stewart

Sonic Healthcare booked 8% FY25 sales growth, reaffirmed its FY26 outlook, and completed a major acquisition.

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Share Market News

Worley holds AGM after growing revenue and maintaining its dividend in FY25

| Laura Stewart

Worley grew FY25 revenue by 4% and held its dividend steady, as it focuses on technology and sustainability-driven growth.

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TPG Telecom launches $438m reinvestment plan after $3bn capital return

| Laura Stewart

TPG Telecom launches a $438m reinvestment plan and returns $3bn to shareholders after its Vocus asset sale.

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Share Market News

The A2 Milk Company lifts guidance for FY26 earnings

| Laura Stewart

The A2 Milk Company has raised its FY26 revenue outlook on strong sales growth.

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Share Market News

TPG Telecom raises $300m in Institutional Reinvestment Plan

| Laura Stewart

TPG Telecom completed its $300m Institutional Reinvestment Plan, reducing debt and increasing minority ownership.

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Share Market News

SEEK AGM: Key results and FY2026 guidance for investors

| Laura Stewart

The ASX 200 online classifieds company is set to hold its AGM today.

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Earnings Results

ALS reports higher revenue, profit, and dividend for H1 FY26

| Laura Stewart

ALS reported stronger H1 FY26 earnings as Commodities performance drove higher revenue, profit, and a bigger dividend for shareholders.

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Earnings Results

Catapult Sports earnings: ACV and profit hit record highs in 1H FY26

| Laura Stewart

Catapult Sports lifted its ACV by 19% and operating profit by 50% in 1H FY26, while continuing global expansion.

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Share Market News

Emerald Resources secures permits for Memot and Okvau gold projects

| Laura Stewart

Emerald Resources secures key permits for its Cambodian gold projects, setting the stage for further growth.

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Share Market News

BlueScope Steel AGM: 1H FY26 earnings guidance and key trading updates confirmed

| Laura Stewart

BlueScope confirms 1H FY26 EBIT guidance at its AGM, with updates across Australia, North America, and Asia.

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Share Market News

Regis Healthcare holds AGM after another strong year

| Laura Stewart

Regis Healthcare lifts profit, boosts dividend, and targets long-term growth after another strong year.

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Earnings Results

TechnologyOne earnings: Record profit, revenue, and SaaS growth in FY25

| Laura Stewart

TechnologyOne posted record FY25 profit and revenue, boosted by SaaS+ and UK growth, and raised its full-year dividend by 63%.

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TPG Telecom provides Triple Zero update and investor plan progress

| Laura Stewart

TPG Telecom delivers an update on a Triple Zero incident and outlines strong progress on its institutional Reinvestment Plan for…

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Earnings Results

James Hardie Q2 FY26: Revenue rises 34%, profit hit by AZEK costs

| Laura Stewart

In Q2, revenue lifted strongly, but profit fell sharply due to AZEK acquisition costs.

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Share Market News

Contact Energy lifts sales and cuts costs in October 2025 update

| Laura Stewart

Contact Energy delivered increased sales volumes and improved generation efficiency, highlighting ongoing growth in its monthly operating report.

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Earnings Results

New Hope Corporation boosts coal output and earnings in latest quarterly report

| Laura Stewart

New Hope Corporation boosted quarterly coal output and EBITDA, rewarding shareholders with a $126.4 million fully franked dividend.

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Share Market News

IperionX responds to short seller, highlights U.S. contracts and growth plans

| Laura Stewart

IperionX hits back at a short seller report, highlighting fresh U.S. defence contracts and its growth outlook.

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Share Market News

Capricorn Metals CMMO securities suspended by ASX: What it means for shareholders

| Laura Stewart

Capricorn Metals’ CMMO securities have been suspended by the ASX, with other quoted shares unaffected.

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Earnings Results

Elders FY25 earnings: Resilient growth and dividend steady

| Laura Stewart

Elders delivered 12% EBIT growth in FY25, maintained its dividend, and advanced strategic acquisitions despite challenging conditions.

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Share Market News

Lendlease holds AGM after returning to profit in FY25

| Laura Stewart

Lendlease returned to profit in FY25, cut costs, and announced further asset sales and development plans for FY26.

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Share Market News

DroneShield responds to ASX price query after director share trades

| Laura Stewart

DroneShield confirms compliance with ASX rules following a significant share price drop.

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Earnings Results

GrainCorp posts robust FY25 profit and maintains dividend

| Laura Stewart

GrainCorp’s FY25 result saw strong grain volumes, record oilseed crush, and a steady 48c dividend for shareholders.

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Share Market News

Superloop posts strong revenue growth and its first net profit since 2020

| Laura Stewart

Superloop posted strong FY25 revenue growth, its first net profit since 2020, and entry into the ASX 200.

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Earnings Results

Paladin Energy share price: Q1 FY26 earnings reveal cash boost and narrowed loss

| Laura Stewart

Paladin Energy posted a US$9.9 million net loss for Q1 FY26 but boosted its balance sheet with a large capital…

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Share Market News

AUB Group holds its AGM

| Laura Stewart

In FY25, the company reported a 17% lift in profit and upbeat FY26 guidance.

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Earnings Results

Orica posts record FY25 profit as earnings soar to 13-year high

| Laura Stewart

This was a standout result for the ASX 200 stock.

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Share Market News

Computershare holds AGM after a strong FY25

| Laura Stewart

Computershare’s FY25 results showed higher profit, revenues, and dividends, with management upbeat on the FY26 outlook.

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Test Only

Meridian Energy share price: October 2025 update boosts sales and storage

| Laura Stewart

Meridian Energy’s October 2025 showed bumper hydro inflows and robust year-on-year retail sales growth.

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Share Market News

Light & Wonder shifts to ASX Listing: what it means for investors

| Laura Stewart

Light & Wonder shifts to an ASX Listing, with ongoing buy-backs and compliance changes for investors to note.

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Share Market News

GQG Partners reports US$163.7bn funds under management for October 2025

| Laura Stewart

GQG Partners reported US$163.7 billion in funds under management and net outflows for October 2025.

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Share Market News

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT holds AGM: beats FY25 guidance in strong debut earnings

| Laura Stewart

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT outperformed expectations with strong EBITDA and distributions in its first full year on the ASX.

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Share Market News

Up more than 100% in 12 months, Capricorn Metals shares increase underground resource by 31% at Mt Gibson

| Laura Stewart

The ASX 200 stock is targeting even more growth in 2026.

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Share Market News

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reports stable capital and funding buffers

| Laura Stewart

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank released its Basel III Pillar 3 update.

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Earnings Results

Life360 posts strong Q3 profit and revenue growth as users surge

| Laura Stewart

Life360’s third quarter profit jumped as revenue, active users, and average subscription value all rose strongly.

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