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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

West African Resources unearths thick gold zones below reserves in M5 North drilling update

| Laura Stewart

West African Resources shares are in focus after high-grade gold hits at Sanbrado hint at a longer mine life and…

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Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure locks in $1.07 billion refinancing and lower debt costs

| Laura Stewart

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure seals a $1.07 billion refinancing, lowers interest costs and strengthens its funding position.

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Charter Hall Group declares interim distribution for 1H FY26

| Laura Stewart

Charter Hall Group declares a 24.83-cent half-year distribution for the six months to 31 December 2025, with most of it…

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APA Group gains $1bn extra funding capacity after S&P credit rating change

| Laura Stewart

S&P’s credit rating change gives APA Group over $1 billion in extra capacity to fund new energy infrastructure projects.

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DigiCo Infrastructure REIT appoints new CEO and sets strategic growth path

| Laura Stewart

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT has appointed Michael Juniper as CEO, with a focus on powering the next phase of digital infrastructure…

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Telix Pharmaceuticals updates investors as first patient is dosed in Phase 3 prostate cancer trial

| Laura Stewart

Telix Pharmaceuticals updates on its prostate cancer Phase 3 trial, dosing the first Part 2 patient and outlining regulatory plans.

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National Storage REIT agrees to $4bn Brookfield-GIC buyout: What it means for investors

| Laura Stewart

National Storage REIT has agreed to a $4bn all-cash acquisition by Brookfield and GIC, offering investors a significant premium.

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Guess which ASX mining stock was just promoted to the S&P/ASX 50?

| Laura Stewart

The ASX mining stock will be added to the S&P/ASX 50 Index after the December 2025 quarterly review.

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Centuria Industrial REIT announces 4.2 cent December 2025 distribution

| Laura Stewart

Centuria Industrial REIT announced a 4.2 cent per unit distribution for the December 2025 quarter.

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Share Market News

Dexus issues $500 million in new subordinated notes to boost flexibility

| Laura Stewart

Dexus has priced A$500 million in subordinated notes to support investment opportunities and strengthen its funding base.

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Fletcher Building updates funding: repays USPP, extends bank facilities

| Laura Stewart

Fletcher Building further simplifies its funding structure by repaying USPP notes and extending debt facilities in December 2025.

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AMP suspends AMPPB hybrid notes for redemption and removal

| Laura Stewart

AMP has suspended its AMPPB hybrid notes, with removal and redemption to follow. Ordinary shares are unaffected.

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BWP Group announces December 2025 half-year dividend: distribution details and DRP

| Laura Stewart

BWP Group has declared a 9.58 cent unfranked interim distribution, with a DRP option and payment set for February 2026.

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Pro Medicus responds to data breach speculation: no client or patient data accessed

| Laura Stewart

Pro Medicus confirms no client data accessed and no impact following an isolated company email security incident.

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Regis Healthcare sells two QLD homes for $25 million gain

| Laura Stewart

Regis Healthcare is selling two QLD homes for a $25 million pre-tax gain, investing further in premium regions.

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Bendigo and Adelaide Bank unveils RACQ Bank acquisition in investor update

| Laura Stewart

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank announces the acquisition of RACQ Bank's retail lending assets and deposits as part of its growth…

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Perseus Mining launches superior offer for Predictive Discovery shares

| Laura Stewart

Perseus Mining has offered to acquire all shares in Predictive Discovery, aiming to expand in African gold with a premium…

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Transurban announces 34c interim distribution and reaffirms FY26 guidance

| Laura Stewart

Transurban declared a 34 cent interim distribution and confirmed FY26 guidance; here's what investors need to know.

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Moody's upgrades Bendigo and Adelaide Bank credit rating: what investors need to know

| Laura Stewart

Moody’s upgraded Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s long-term issuer credit rating, highlighting strong asset quality and funding profile.

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Genesis Minerals signs key rail deals to unlock Tower Hill mine

| Laura Stewart

Genesis Minerals has signed major rail agreements to enable development of the Tower Hill open pit gold mine, targeting first…

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Earnings Results

Reece 1Q FY26: Revenue growth, profit margin pressures, and a $365m buyback

| Laura Stewart

Reece posted higher revenue but softer profit margins in 1Q FY26.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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