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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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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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Earnings Results

Commonwealth Bank of Australia posts $2.6bn cash profit and strong capital in Q1 update

| Laura Stewart

The ASX 200 bank reported steady profit growth and strong capital in its September quarter trading update.

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Share Market News

Downer awarded $750m Chevron contract: What investors need to know

| Laura Stewart

Downer has been awarded a $750 million contract with Chevron.

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Share Market News

AGL Energy unlocks value with $750m Tilt Renewables stake sale

| Laura Stewart

AGL Energy unlocks $750 million from divesting its Tilt Renewables stake, supporting strategic growth and the company’s clean energy ambitions.

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Earnings Results

Dyno Nobel posts lower loss as transformation accelerates after fertilisers exit

| Laura Stewart

Dyno Nobel trimmed its loss as underlying profit and dividends rose, with explosives now its sole focus after the fertilisers…

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Share Market News

DroneShield locks in $7.6m US order and sees order book surge in 2025

| Laura Stewart

DroneShield secures a new $7.6 million US order and reports strong growth in order volume for 2025.

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Share Market News

Monadelphous lifts FY26 revenue outlook with strong first-half guidance

| Laura Stewart

Monadelphous expects $1.5 billion revenue for H1 FY26 after a strong start and major contract wins.

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Earnings Results

ANZ Group Holdings' FY25 profit dips but dividend holds steady

| Laura Stewart

ANZ Group Holdings’ FY25 profit fell but dividends remained steady, with underlying performance flat excluding significant items.

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Earnings Results

Nine Entertainment flags digital growth and more cost cuts in FY26 update

| Laura Stewart

Nine Entertainment has reported upbeat digital subscription growth and expects further EBITDA gains, despite a tough ad market in FY26.

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Share Market News

Light & Wonder expands buy-back to ASX CDIs: Key details for shareholders

| Laura Stewart

Light & Wonder is extending its US$1.5bn buy-back to ASX-listed CDIs, with around US$705m capacity remaining.

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Earnings Results

News Corporation Q1 FY26: Digital-led growth, higher buybacks

| Laura Stewart

News Corporation lifted Q1 FY26 revenue and EBITDA, fuelled by digital growth and a strong performance from Dow Jones.

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Earnings Results

REA Group share price on watch after Q1 FY26 results show growth in revenue and yield

| Laura Stewart

REA Group delivered Q1 FY26 revenue growth and record audience, as its share price responds to the latest earnings results.

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Earnings Results

Macquarie Group posts higher 1H26 profit and ups dividend

| Laura Stewart

Macquarie Group delivered higher first-half profit and revenue, declared an interim dividend, and flagged cautious optimism amid mixed conditions.

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Share Market News

The GPT Group lifted its 2025 guidance after a strong September quarter

| Laura Stewart

The GPT Group has upgraded its 2025 financial guidance after reporting strong occupancy and sales growth across its investment portfolio.

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Share Market News

James Hardie Industries shares tumble 13% after ASX queries sudden price drop

| Laura Stewart

James Hardie Industries shares dropped sharply after the ASX queried unusual trading activity and sought confirmation on disclosure compliance.

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Earnings Results

Neuren Pharmaceuticals Q3 2025: Record DAYBUE sales fuel robust growth

| Laura Stewart

Neuren Pharmaceuticals reported record DAYBUE sales and royalties in Q3 2025, with expanding US and international demand.

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Earnings Results

Vicinity Centres FY25 earnings: profit doubles, outlook upbeat

| Laura Stewart

Vicinity Centres reported $1 billion statutory profit for FY25, rising distributions, and a positive outlook for FY26.

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Share Market News

Growthpoint Properties Australia delivers strong Q1 FY26 leasing and outlook

| Laura Stewart

Growthpoint Properties Australia delivers strong Q1 FY26 leasing and high occupancy, reaffirming earnings guidance.

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Share Market News

Amcor share price on watch as Q1 FY26 earnings surge with Berry boost

| Laura Stewart

Amcor shares are in focus as Q1 FY26 net sales jump 68% and synergies drive higher earnings and a dividend…

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Earnings Results

Light & Wonder Q3 earnings: Net income jumps 78%

| Laura Stewart

Light & Wonder reported robust Q3 earnings, with net income up 78% and continued digital segment growth.

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