Four ASX shares that are not letting that hold them back today are listed below. Here's why they are charging higher:

AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)

The AMP share price is up 4% to $1.45. Investors have been buying the financial services company's shares following the release of a first-quarter update. AMP reported a 45% growth in Platforms net cashflows to $1.1 billion and improved Superannuation & Investments (S&I) net cash outflows down to $80 million. The latter is a 26% year-on-year improvement. Another positive is news that AMP will be undertaking a $150 million on-market share buyback.

Life360 Inc (ASX: 360)

The Life360 share price is up almost 9% to $1.44. This is despite there being no news out of the location technology company on Thursday. However, it is worth noting that a number of ASX tech shares are rebounding today following a positive night on the tech-focused Nasdaq index. The gains have been so strong that the S&P ASX All Technology index is up a sizeable 3.7% at the time of writing.

Netwealth Group Ltd (ASX: NWL)

The Netwealth share price is up 4.5% to $24.93. This follows the release of the investment platform provider's third-quarter update this morning. Netwealth revealed a 20.9% increase in funds under administration (FUA) to $125.8 billion. This was underpinned by FUA net inflows of $7.6 billion for the quarter. Looking ahead, it expects FUA net flows to be largely in line with what was recorded in FY 2025, along with an EBITDA margin of 49%.

Ora Banda Mining Ltd (ASX: OBM)

The Ora Banda Mining share price is up a sizeable 11% to $1.46. The catalyst for this has been the release of a production update from the gold miner this morning. The company reported record quarterly production of 38,766 ounces of gold, which is up 21% quarter on quarter. Ora Banda Mining's managing director, Luke Creagh, said: "The team has done an outstanding job with the ramp-up of operations during FY26 with this quarter showing a 21% increase in ounces produced over the December period which has delivered $76.3 million in free cash flow after substantial investments into future growth projects."

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What did AMP report?

• Platforms net cashflows increased 45% to $1.1 billion (1Q25: $740 million)
• Superannuation & Investments net cash outflows improved 26% to $80 million (1Q25: $108 million)
• New Zealand Wealth Management net cashflows were $41 million (1Q25: $57 million)
• China Life Pension Company AUM up 17% to ~RMB 2.4 trillion (~A$515 billion)
• AMP Bank GO deposits rose to $942 million, up $632 million from 4Q25
• Total AUM across wealth businesses at $155.9 billion; AMP Bank loan book steady at $24.1 billion

What else do investors need to know?

AMP has launched a $150 million on-market share buyback, aiming to return surplus capital to shareholders. The release of the North Interactive Wealth Portal is one of several enhancements to AMP's Platforms, delivering new features for advisers that have contributed to positive cashflow momentum.

In the superannuation space, AMP expanded its employer offer for small and medium businesses, in partnership with leading payroll providers, to enhance member retention and acquisition. In New Zealand, cashflows reflected market uncertainty, but the company is targeting opportunities in the retirement segment.

What did AMP management say?

AMP Chief Executive Blair Vernon said:

Accelerating organic growth in our wealth businesses is one of my top priorities. The continued improvement in cashflows across Platforms and Superannuation & Investments demonstrates the momentum that we have… I'm pleased that our $150 million share buyback is now commencing, demonstrating our commitment to returning surplus capital to our shareholders.

What's next for AMP?

Looking ahead, AMP expects AMP Bank GO deposits to surpass $1.5 billion for the full year 2026 while maintaining its existing market guidance elsewhere, subject to broader market conditions. The company is focused on deepening adviser relationships, improving operational leverage in its platforms, and exploring capital relief strategies for the bank to enhance returns.

AMP is also planning to build on its position in China and leverage retirement expertise in New Zealand, responding to ongoing sector tailwinds despite recent market headwinds and shifts in client sentiment.

AMP share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, AMP shares have risen 26%, outperforming the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 16% over the same period.

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Goodman Group (ASX: GMG)

Goodman shares are trading 2.7% higher at $28.32 at the time of writing on Tuesday afternoon. After tumbling over 19% between mid-February and late-March, the shares have recovered 10.8% of their value over the past two weeks. The shares are still 8.2% lower for the year to date, but they're 0.7% above this time last year.

Goodman shares faced headwinds amid concerns about Australia's interest rate direction, high borrowing costs, and overall investor uncertainty. 

There is also broad weakness across the property sector, and the slump in investor confidence has flowed through to the company's latest earnings results. 

But it doesn't look like the downturn is here to stay.

Brokers rate the ASX 200 shares as a strong buy and tip an average target price of $35.34 over the next 12 months. At the time of writing, that implies a potential 35.51% upside. 

AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)

AMP shares are up 0.36% at the time of writing on Tuesday, to $1.40 a piece. The latest uptick means the shares are now 14.4% higher over the past month and 27% higher than just one year ago. 

AMP shares crashed over 26% off the back of a disappointing financial results announcement in February. Meanwhile, ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns that surging oil prices will push Australia's inflation data higher have weighed heavily on financial stocks like AMP over the past month.

But since bottoming close to a 52-week low in mid-March, they've finally started rebounding. AMP recently confirmed it will undertake an on-market buyback of up to $150 million of ordinary shares, and Blair Vernon has officially stepped into the CEO role. Sentiment could well follow suit.

Brokers have a strong buy rating on the ASX 200 shares and tip a potential 36.19% upside to $1.75 per share, at the time of writing.

Bellevue Gold Ltd (ASX: BGL)

Bellevue Gold shares are also down slightly today, by 0.75% to $1.72 per share. Many ASX gold stocks crashed in mid-March thanks to a sizable retreat in gold prices, and Bellevue wasn't immune. 

After dropping to a four-month low in late March, the shares have climbed 37.7% higher at the time of writing. But the gold miner's shares are also up an enormous 91.3% from just one year ago.

Brokers seem to think they can keep climbing higher, too. They have a strong buy rating on the ASX 200 shares and tip a 35.3% upside to $2.07 per share over the next 12 months.

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The market was closed on Monday as Australians celebrated Easter.

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) ripped 4.41% to 8,960.6 points over the four trading days.

The remarkable recovery followed news of a two-week ceasefire deal between the US and Iran.

ASX investors hope this will pave the way toward an end to the war in Iran.

Investors continued to buy the dip last week following the steep sell-off over the first three weeks of March.

ASX 200 shares fell 9.1% between 2 March and 23 March before a rebound began, with the index now up 7.1% since then.

James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners says "war fear" in the market is fading but "we're not out of the woods yet".

Businesses across multiple sectors are still assessing the impact of the oil shock, which is likely to reverberate for months to come.

Let's recap the week.

Financial shares led the ASX sectors last week

The ASX 200 financial sector incorporates bank shares, insurers, fund managers, financial services providers, and more.

Let's take a look at how some of these ASX financial stocks performed last week.

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) share price rose 5.98% to close at $183.38 on Friday.

ANZ Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: ANZ) shares lifted 6.31% to $38.84.

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) shares ascended 6.87% to $42.77.

The National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX: NAB) share price spiked 9.06% to $45.36.

The Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG) share price soared 9.3% to finish the week at $225.

Among the ASX 200 investment companies and fund managers, GQG Partners Inc (ASX: GQG) shares fell 0.28% to $1.78.

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX: MFG) shares fell 0.84% to $9.45 amid a shareholder vote on the Barrenjoey merger on Friday.

Magellan announced it had received more than 90% approval from shareholders.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Co Ltd (ASX: SOL) shares lifted 3.92% to $42.98.

Among the financial services providers, AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP) shares lifted 6.06% to $1.37.

The Challenger Ltd (ASX: CGF) share price lost 2.6% to close at $8.07 on Friday.

ASX 200 buy now, pay later share Zip Co Ltd (ASX: ZIP) ripped 16.5% to $1.85.

Among the insurers, Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX: IAG) shares fell 1.03% to $7.21.

Medibank Private Ltd (ASX: MPL) shares lifted 1.92% to $4.52.

The QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX: QBE) share price ascended 4.13% to $22.46.

ASX 200 market sector snapshot

Here's how the 11 market sectors stacked up last week, according to CommSec data.

Over the four trading days:

Looking for inspiration after the March sell-off?

Check out these 7 ASX 200 shares just upgraded to strong buy consensus ratings after last month's turmoil.

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At the time of writing, the AMP share price is up 0.53% to $1.317.

AMP shares are still down almost 30% in 2026, making today's gain stand out. The broader market is under fresh geopolitical pressure following developments in the Middle East.

Against that backdrop, AMP's latest update appears to be giving investors enough reason to stay put.

Here's what the market is focusing on.

New CEO sets out the next phase

Today's catalyst was AMP's annual general meeting (AGM) update, which included addresses from Chair Mike Hirst and new CEO Blair Vernon.

The update gave shareholders their first chance to hear directly from Vernon since taking over from Alexis George at the end of March.

His message focused on AMP's progress across wealth, banking, and platforms, while reinforcing the company's existing priorities around growth, productivity, and capital discipline.

That broadly lines up with what The Australian had flagged ahead of the meeting. Investor focus was expected to centre on capital returns, executive pay, and whether the simpler business structure can keep supporting earnings momentum.

In addition, the internal appointment may also be helping settle investors.

Vernon has been with AMP since 2009 and most recently served as Chief Financial Officer before stepping into the top job.

Capital returns still in focus

Capital management was also part of Friday's AGM discussion.

AMP reiterated that its previously announced $150 million on-market share buyback is expected to begin in the coming weeks.

The company also maintained its 4 cents per share full-year dividend guidance, subject to business performance and board approval.

At a share price of $1.317, that still points to a yield a little above 3%, which may be helping the stock hold up on a weaker market day.

The AGM materials also noted that AMP's limited franking balance makes buybacks the preferred way to return excess capital.

Why the shares may be holding up

Friday's modest gain may simply reflect how low expectations had already become.

After falling nearly 30% in 2026, AMP went into the AGM with sentiment already subdued, which means even a small update can be enough to support the share price.

There was no major surprise in the release, but the steady AGM update and capital return focus may be enough to support the shares.

The stock is also still trading below AMP's reported net tangible assets backing of roughly $1.48 per share. This could be helping attract value buyers at current levels.

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AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)

While 2026 so far has been a series of bad news events for the AMP share price, it looks like the stock could shift course and begin soaring again over the next 12 months.

This week, AMP confirmed it will undertake an on-market buyback of up to $150 million of ordinary shares and Blair Vernon has officially stepped into the CEO role. Sentiment could well follow suit.

Analysts have a strong buy rating on AMP shares and tip a potential 33% upside to $1.75 per share, at the time of writing.

Capstone Copper Corp (ASX: CSC)

Capstone shares have crashed 40% over the past six weeks driven by rising operating costs and production disruptions. But I think rising copper prices could renew some investor confidence in the ASX copper company's shares.

Capstone has confirmed 2026 production guidance of 200,000 to 230,000 tonnes of copper at C1 cash costs of US$2.45 to US$2.75 per pound. It also expects largely stable production in 2026, with growth anticipated from Mantoverde Optimised from 2027.

Analysts tip the shares to jump 45% higher to $15.10 a piece, at the time of writing.

EVT Ltd (ASX: EVT)

EVT is an Australian provider of entertainment, hospitality, tourism, and leisure-related services in Australia, New Zealand, and Germany. The company announced it has completed $750 million in refinancing this week. 

The refinancing, together with EVT's non-core asset divestment program, is expected to give the business more financial flexibility and aid a business shift towards the hotel and accommodation sector.

Analysts tip a potential 20% upside to $15.90 a piece, at the time of writing.

Genesis Minerals Ltd (ASX: GMD)

The ASX gold stock's shares have tumbled nearly 27% over the past month after concerns about rising inflation and more interest rate hikes overshadowed gold's traditional safe-haven status.

The metal's price has tumbled from an all-time high on the 1st of March. But Genesis Minerals' has managed to maintain a strong revenue and earnings performance driven by increased production. I think as soon as gold comes back into favor, this ASX share will fly higher.

Analysts tip a potential 60% share price upside to $9.41, at the time of writing.

Newmont Corp (ASX: NEM)

Newmont is another ASX gold share which was oversold in March.

Declining gold prices have weighed heavily on the world's largest gold miner, with its share price down 19% over the course of the month. I think the stock could rebound sharply as the gold price recovers.

Analysts tip a potential 26% upside to $192.20 a piece, over the next 12 months. 

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The gain stands out on a weak day for the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO), with investors responding positively to a capital management update and a key leadership transition.

Even after today's rally, AMP shares remain down around 28% in 2026, highlighting just how hard the stock has been hit since its February result.

Here's why the stock is rising today.

$150 million buyback gives investors something to work with

Late last week, AMP confirmed it will undertake an on-market buyback of up to $150 million of ordinary shares. The company said the repurchase will begin after its first-quarter cash flow update on 16 April.

In addition, Blair Vernon officially steps into the Chief Executive role today, taking over from Alexis George as planned following her retirement on 30 March.

The Australian reported that Citi believes the buyback may ease some of the concerns that weighed on sentiment after AMP's weak FY25 result, particularly around capital allocation and the risk of large-scale acquisitions under new leadership.

At roughly 5% of AMP's market value, the buyback is not huge, but it gives the market something more concrete to focus on after the stock's heavy fall this year.

That appears to be what the market is responding to today.

What did management say?

In AMP's own release, outgoing CEO Alexis George said the group remained committed to returning surplus capital to shareholders where there was no better use for it.

She said the buyback was the most efficient use of capital at this time.

That language is likely resonating with investors because AMP shares have fallen heavily from their highs.

The stock traded as high as $1.82 in January after the CEO succession announcement, but concerns around the FY25 result and broader market volatility have since dragged it lower.

Foolish Takeaway

Today's move indicates investors are welcoming two things at once: a disciplined capital return and a smooth leadership handover.

Blair Vernon is a familiar name inside the AMP business, having served as Chief Financial Officer and previously led major divisions across Australia and New Zealand. Having this continuity helps reduce uncertainty at an important point for the company.

The buyback also gives investors something tangible to focus on after the stock's 2026 slide.

With AMP still down 28% this year, the next move depends on whether Blair Vernon can lift momentum across the core businesses.

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Four ASX shares that are not letting that hold them back are listed below. Here's why they are rising:

AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)

The AMP share price is up 4% to $1.30. Investors have been buying the financial services company's shares after it announced an on-market share buyback. AMP advised that it will begin buying back up to $150 million of ordinary shares on-market following the release of its first quarter update next month. AMP's chief executive, Alexis George, said: "We remain committed to returning surplus capital to shareholders in the absence of a compelling alternative, and prioritising organic growth in our wealth businesses. Today's announcement demonstrates this, with an on-market share buyback the most efficient use of capital at this time."

Greatland Resources Ltd (ASX: GGP)

The Greatland Resources share price is up almost 8% to $10.51. This has been driven by an update from the gold miner this morning. Greatland Resources revealed a 150% increase in the Telfer project's gold mineral resources to 8.0 million ounces. This means that the combined Telfer and Havieron resources now total 14.9 million ounces of gold and 645,000 tonnes of copper. The company's managing director, Shaun Day, said: "Telfer and Havieron's combined resource of 550Mt @ 0.84g/t Au & 0.12% Cu for 14.9Moz Au & 645Kt Cu has the potential to underpin a multi-decade, world class mining hub. Our investment in significantly increased drilling has delivered substantial organic growth, with the overall Telfer resource growing by 150% to 8.0Moz, and the higher confidence Measured and Indicated component by 163% to 3.8Moz."

Minerals 260 Ltd (ASX: MI6)

The Minerals 260 share price is up 5% to 63.2 cents. This follows the release of further positive results from the ongoing drilling program at its 100% owned 4.5Moz Bullabulling Gold Project in Western Australia. Commenting on the results, Minerals 260's managing director, Luke McFadyen, said: "Drilling results received since the December 2025 MRE continue to reinforce our confidence in the growth potential of the MRE. The current program is focused on both expanding the resource and upgrading classifications, particularly within shallow areas targeted for early mining, while also testing high-priority extension targets at depth and along strike."

Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX: WDS)

The Woodside Energy share price is up 3% to $35.43. Investors have been buying Woodside and other ASX energy shares today after oil prices surged on Friday night. This was in response to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The S&P/ASX 200 Energy index is up 2.9% at the time of writing.

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In early trade on Monday, the financial services company's shares are up 4% to $1.30.

This compares favourably to the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO), which is having a tough start to the week following a selloff on Wall Street on Friday.

The benchmark index is currently down 1.4%.

Why are AMP shares outperforming?

AMP shares are outperforming on Monday after the company sneaked out a positive announcement after the market close on Friday.

That announcement revealed that the company will undertake an on-market share buyback of up to $150 million of ordinary AMP shares.

According to the release, the relevant regulatory approvals have been granted for the buyback, which is expected to commence following release of AMP's first quarter update. That is scheduled to be released to the market next month on 16 April.

AMP notes that the buyback will not exceed 10% of issued capital over a 12-month period. As a result, shareholder approval is not necessary.

AMP's chief executive, Alexis George, revealed that the decision to return this capital to shareholders was due to the absence of a compelling alternative. She believes it is the most efficient use of capital. George said:

We remain committed to returning surplus capital to shareholders in the absence of a compelling alternative, and prioritising organic growth in our wealth businesses. Today's announcement demonstrates this, with an on-market share buyback the most efficient use of capital at this time.

Given that AMP shares are down heavily from their highs, it is hard to argue against this being a good use of capital.

Should you invest?

Analysts are largely very bullish on AMP shares at current levels.

According to a note out of Ord Minnett from last week, it has put a buy rating and $1.65 price target on its shares.

Elsewhere, Morgans Stanley has an overweight rating and loftier $1.90 price target on them.

Macquarie and Citi are bullish with an outperform rating and buy rating together with $1.80 price targets.

Finally, UBS is also positive on AMP and has a buy rating and $1.75 price target on its shares.

All in all, the broker community appears convinced that its shares will be heading meaningfully higher over the next 12 months.

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Will the market be able to bounce back on Monday? Here are five things to watch:

ASX 200 expected to fall again

The Australian share market looks set for a tough start to the week following declines on Wall Street on Friday. According to the latest SPI futures, the ASX 200 is expected to open the day 65 points or 0.75% lower. In the United States, the Dow Jones was down 1.7%, the S&P 500 dropped 1.7%, and the Nasdaq tumbled 2.15%.

Oil prices jump

It could be a good start to the week for ASX 200 energy shares Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) and Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX: WDS) after oil prices jumped on Friday night. According to Bloomberg, the WTI crude oil price was up 5.45% to US$99.64 a barrel and the Brent crude oil price was up 4.2% to US$112.57 a barrel. This was driven by an escalation in the Middle East conflict just when the market was hoping for a peace deal.

AMP announces buyback

The AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP) share price will be on watch after the financial services company announced an on-market share buyback. AMP revealed that it will buy back up to $150 million of ordinary shares. AMP's chief executive, Alexis George, said: "We remain committed to returning surplus capital to shareholders in the absence of a compelling alternative, and prioritising organic growth in our wealth businesses. Today's announcement demonstrates this, with an on-market share buyback the most efficient use of capital at this time."

Gold price rises

ASX 200 gold shares including Newmont Corporation (ASX: NEM) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) could have a good start to the week after the gold price rose on Friday night. According to CNBC, the gold futures price was up 2.6% to US$4,524.3 an ounce. Traders appear to believe that the precious metal was oversold.

Buy Catapult shares

Bell Potter is feeling bullish on Catapult Sports Ltd (ASX: CAT) shares at current levels. In response to its trading update, the broker has retained its buy rating with a trimmed price target of $4.75 (from $4.85). Based on its current share price, this implies potential upside of almost 40% for investors. It said: "We choose not to make any change to our FY27 or FY28 forecasts at this stage – despite the stronger than expected year end ACV in FY26 – given, firstly, the lack of any other details regarding the FY26 result and, secondly, the strategy session next week which may provide further details. […]  Catapult remains our preferred mid cap exposure in the tech sector."

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On Monday, Reliance Worldwide Corp Ltd (ASX: RWC) leapt nearly 7%, while AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP) rose 4.2%. 

These were two of the best-performing stocks yesterday, in a day the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) fell 0.4%.

Both had hovered close to yearly lows for some time. 

However, now could be the start of a long-term rebound. 

Why did these ASX shares suddenly jump higher?

Yesterday, investors were gobbling up Reliance Worldwide shares after the company announced that it will undertake a further on-market share buyback targeting $120 million.

The company said the new buyback was in addition to a US$15.3 million buyback announced on February 17. That buyback was part of its interim distribution, which included a US2 cents per share dividend.

The company's Chair, Russell Chenu, said: 

RWC has continued to generate strong cash flows over the past two years despite subdued end markets. This has enabled us to substantially reduce net debt. Consequently, RWC's leverage ratio has fallen below the bottom end of our target range of 1.5 time to 2.5 times net debt to EBITDA. Undertaking this additional share buy-back will enable us to return excess capital to shareholders efficiently and is consistent with our previously articulated capital management strategy.

Meanwhile, AMP, a diversified financial services company, saw its share price rise more than 4% despite no price-sensitive news from the company. 

This was the first sign of relief for the company in 2026, after it had fallen more than 33% so far this year. 

Are these rebounding ASX shares a buy?

Reliance Worldwide shares closed yesterday at $3.12 each. 

Based on recent targets from brokers, it seems yesterday's rebound could be a sign of things to come. 

In February, Morgans released a research note to its clients on Reliance, with a price target of $3.50. 

Also in February, Macquarie had a price target of $4.75 on Reliance shares. 

From yesterday's closing price, these targets indicate an upside between 12% and 52%. 

It's a similar story for AMP shares. 

They closed yesterday at $1.22. 

Recent price targets suggest they could be undervalued after their rough start to the year. 

Morgan Stanley recently issued a buy rating and a $1.90 target price for the stock. 

Citi also has a buy rating and $1.80 target price.

Similarly, Jefferies has a buy rating and a $1.75 price target. 

Finally, Jarden and Ord Minnett have a buy rating and a $1.65 target price on the AMP share price.

These targets indicate an upside between 35% and 55%. 

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After bouncing around quite a bit in red territory this session, the ASX 200 ended up closing 0.39% lower by the time trading wrapped up today. That leaves the index at 8,583.4 points.

This rather gloomy start to the Australian trading week follows a similarly bearish end to the American trading week on Saturday morning (our time).

The Dow Jones Industrial Average Index (DJX: .DJI) gave up an early lead to finish down 0.26%.

Meanwhile, the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index (NASDAQ: .IXIC) was hit even harder, falling 0.93%.

But let's get back to this week and the local markets now for a checkup on how today's tough trading conditions affected the different ASX sectors this session.

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At the time of writing, the financial services company's shares are down a huge 34.43% for the year-to-date. AMP shares are now down 7.69% over the past year.

What caused the AMP share price crash?

The majority of the decline came when the stock crashed over 26% after it released its FY25 results in mid-February. It was the largest one-day fall the wealth manager has suffered since 2003, when its value tanked 36%.

AMP reported a 20.8% lift in underlying net profit after tax (NPAT), a 9% increase in total assets under management (AUM), and a 11.3% decline in statutory NPAT over the year. The result was far below market expectations across the board and investors were disgruntled.

It's not the first headwind to hit AMP this year either. The business announced that Blair Vernon will take the reins as the company's new CEO and sitting CEO in January. Investors were spooked by the news.

Alexis George will retire from her executive roles on the 30th of March. George has served as AMP's CEO since August 2021, overseeing a period of significant transformation and growth for the company.

The move created a flurry of concerns about business uncertainty after AMP spent the past couple of years reshaping and repositioning its business. AMP sold off its advice and insurance segments in August 2024.

The recent conflict in the Middle East hasn't helped either. Ongoing geopolitical tensions and concerns that surging oil prices will push Australia's inflation data higher has weighed heavily on financial stocks like AMP.

But there is some good news…

While 2026 so far has been a series of bad news events for the AMP share price, it looks like analysts are confident that the stock will shift course and begin soaring again over the next 12 months.

TradingView data shows that eight out of 11 analysts have a buy or strong buy rating on AMP. The average target price is $1.705, which implies a 42.08% upside at the time of writing. But others are even more bullish and think the stock could soar 58.33% to $1.90 in the next 12 months.

Brokers have reviewed, and some revised their rating, on AMP shares after the company's financial results. 

The team at Morgan Stanley has a buy rating and $1.90 target price on the stock, Citi also has a buy rating and $1.80 target price.

Meanwhile, Jefferies has a buy rating with a price target of $1.75. And the teams at Jarden and Ord Minnett have a buy rating and a $1.65 target price on the AMP share price.

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But popular doesn't necessarily mean they are good investments. So, let's see what Catapult Wealth is saying about them, courtesy of The Bull. Are they buys, holds, or sells?

AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)

Although Catapult Wealth acknowledges that this financial services company has made progress with its turnaround strategy, it isn't enough for a positive rating.

This is especially the case given the increased competition for its platforms business. As a result, the wealth management firm has named AMP as a sell. It said:

This diversified financial services company has been making progress with its turnaround strategy. Simplifying the business is revealing positive outcomes. However, there's a long road ahead for AMP given its disappointing performance over many years.

Its platform business is exposed to the tailwind of a growing superannuation asset pool, but it lags competitors in a space with rapidly evolving technology. The shares were priced at $1.41 on March 1, 2021. The shares were trading at $1.37 on February 19, 2026. Better options exist elsewhere.

Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX: DMP)

This pizza chain operator could be one to avoid according to Catapult Wealth. It thinks Domino's faces too many headwinds and has named its shares as a sell. It explains:

The fast food giant has been expanding into European and Asian markets with some success. However, in our view, DMP faces too many headwinds. Domino's is battling cost inflation on raw materials, cost of living pressures among consumers and a long term trend towards healthier options.

Also, Domino's faces significant competition from an ever-growing list of food choices and home delivery services.

Netwealth Group Ltd (ASX: NWL)

One ASX share that Catapult Wealth is positive on is Netwealth. This week, it has named the investment platform provider's shares as a buy.

While its exposure to the First Guardian collapse was disappointing, the wealth management firm thinks investors should look beyond this and focus on the future. It highlights that Netwealth has a significant growth opportunity with less than 9% market share. It said:

Netwealth agreed in late 2025 to pay compensation of $100.7 million to customers who invested in the First Guardian Master Fund, a collapsed fund that was included on its platform. On February 18, 2026, investors responded positively to the company's first half results in fiscal year 2026. Platform revenue of $189 million was up 25.3 per cent on the prior corresponding period.

A statutory loss of $2.2 million includes the First Guardian compensation expense. Excluding the expense, net profit after tax of $69 million was up 19.9 per cent. Netwealth is the second fastest growing superannuation and investment platform in Australia, driven in part by technology investment and leadership in a rapidly changing sector. With less than 9 per cent of market share, Netwealth still has plenty of room to continue growing in double digits.

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And Catapult Wealth's Dylan Evans doesn't foresee a turnaround for the two beleaguered stocks anytime soon (courtesy of The Bull).

In afternoon trade on Monday, Domino's shares are up 1%, changing hands for $22.28 apiece. This leaves shares in the ASX 200 fast food pizza retailer down 31% over the past 12 months.

AMP shares are down 2.4% today, trading for $1.33 each. This puts shares in the diversified financial services company down 5.2% since this time last year.

AMP shares crashed 26.7% on 12 February following the release of the company's full calendar year 2025 results. Investors were favouring their sell buttons, with the company reporting an 11.3% year-on-year fall in statutory net profit after tax (NPAT) to $133 million. AMP also forecast tighter margins in its platforms business.

Now, here's why Evans has a sell recommendation on both AMP and Domino's shares.

AMP shares flat over five years

"This diversified financial services company has been making progress with its turnaround strategy," Evans noted. "Simplifying the business is revealing positive outcomes."

But that's not keeping him from recommending investors sell AMP shares.

According to Evans:

However, there's a long road ahead for AMP given its disappointing performance over many years. Its platform business is exposed to the tailwind of a growing superannuation asset pool, but it lags competitors in a space with rapidly evolving technology.

Commenting on the long-run historic AMP share price performance, Evans concluded, "The shares were priced at $1.41 on March 1, 2021. The shares were trading at $1.37 on February 19, 2026. Better options exist elsewhere."

Time to sell Domino's shares?

Turning to Domino's Pizza, Evans noted, "The fast food giant has been expanding into European and Asian markets with some success."

But he doesn't believe that expansion is a sufficient reason to hold onto Domino's shares.

Evans concluded:

However, in our view, DMP faces too many headwinds. Domino's is battling cost inflation on raw materials, cost of living pressures among consumers and a long-term trend towards healthier options.

Also, Domino's faces significant competition from an ever-growing list of food choices and home delivery services.

ASX investors will get a clearer look under the hood (or bonnet, if you prefer) of Domino's shares on Wednesday when the company reports its half-year earnings results (H1 FY 2026).

Stay tuned!

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The S&P/ASX 200 Financials Index (ASX: XFJ) is currently up 0.2% while the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is down 0.16%.

As earnings season continues, the following two financial sector companies have revealed their latest reports.

The reports prompted experts to reassess their ratings and 12-month price targets on these ASX 200 financial shares.

Let's take a look.

Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX: IAG)

The IAG share price is 2.2% higher at $7.11 on Friday.

Last week, the insurance giant reported a 23% revenue lift to $11.14 billion but a 35.1% decrease in net profit after tax (NPAT) for 1H FY26.

After reviewing the numbers, the experts have revised their ratings and 12-month targets.

Jarden reiterated its buy rating and shaved its share price target down from $8.20 to $8.10.

Jefferies also kept a buy rating with a price target of $9.20.

JP Morgan kept its buy rating on IAG shares with a price target of $7.70.

Macquarie reiterated its buy rating with a price target of $9.

UBS maintained its buy rating with a price target of $9.

Morgan Stanley kept its hold rating and reduced its price target from $8.45 to $7.50.

The IAG share price reached an all-time high of $9.18 in June 2025.

AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)

The AMP share price is down 1% to $1.36 at the time of writing.

Last week, AMP reported its full-year FY25 results.

AMP reported a 20.8% lift in underlying NPAT to $285 million, but an 11.3% fall in statutory NPAT to $133 million.

The wealth manager said the statutory NPAT decline reflected legacy legal settlements.

The AMP share price tumbled 27% on the news and experienced its biggest intraday fall since 2003.

Brokers have reviewed the report and reassessed their ratings and targets.

Jarden upgraded AMP shares to a buy but reduced its 12-month price target from $1.85 to $1.65.

Morgan Stanley retained its buy rating on the ASX 200 financial share with a lowered price target of $1.90 (from $2.20).

Jefferies also kept a buy rating with a price target of $1.75.

Ord Minnett upgraded AMP shares to a buy but cut its target from $2.05 to $1.65.

Citi reiterated its buy rating but reduced its 12-month price target from $2.10 to $1.80.

UBS maintained its buy rating and lowered its target from $1.90 to $1.75.

Macquarie kept its buy rating with a price target of $1.80.

The AMP share price hit a 52-week high of $13.73 in August 2025.

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ASX All Ords shares have risen 1.7% over the week as more companies revealed strong earnings results and dividends.

Next week, a large group of ASX shares go ex-dividend. We provide a sample of these stocks below.

To pick up a dividend payment, you must own the share before the ex-dividend date.

ASX shares about to go ex-dividend

Here are 16 ASX shares going ex-dividend next week.

Which companies are reporting next week?

According to the calendar, we will hear from Adairs Ltd (ASX: ADH), Ampol Ltd (ASX: ALD), and Nib Holdings Ltd (ASX: NHF) on Monday.

On Tuesday, ARB Corporation Ltd (ASX: ARB), Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX: WDS), and Monadelphous Group Ltd (ASX: MND) are up.

On Wednesday, we'll get reports from Bapcor Ltd (ASX: BAP), Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX: DMP), and Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG).

Light & Wonder Inc (ASX: LNW), Wisetech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC), and Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) will also report on Wednesday.

On Thursday, Karoon Energy Ltd (ASX: KAR), Monash IVF Group Ltd (ASX: MVF), and Qantas Airways Ltd (ASX: QAN) will release their earnings.

Ramsay Health Care Ltd (ASX: RHC), Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX: SUL), and Worley Ltd (ASX: WOR) will also be in the spotlight.

On Friday, we'll see reports from Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL), Star Entertainment Group Ltd (ASX: SGR), and TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX: TPG).

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Earnings season has taken its toll on some sectors of the market, while defensive stocks continued to outperform.

New data from CommSec reveals the Australian shares that were most traded by its clients last week, and the results might be surprising.

5 most traded ASX shares

Droneshield Ltd (ASX: DRO) shares have been a firm favourite among its clients for several weeks now. But last week sentiment shifted and CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL) shares became the star of the show. 

The biotech company's shares crashed nearly 17% over the course of the week after the company released a soft half-year result and announced a shock CEO exit.

Analysts have been positive on CSL shares for some time, with many tipping an extraordinary comeback this year. And it looks like, after a brutal sell-off, many investors saw a buying opportunity. The stock was the most traded among the bank's clients last week, and 79% of activity was buying.

The share price has failed to rebound just yet, with an increase just under 1% this week so far.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) shares were the second most-traded, but most of the activity (78%) was investors selling up their stock. This is most likely investors taking profits after the shares jumped 10% following the bank's surprisingly strong half-year results announcement. 

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) shares were the third most traded, with most activity (80%) being from buyers after the shares dropped over 13% throughout the week amid a broad pullback in the tech sector.

While Droneshield shares weren't a priority last week, they were still on investors' minds. The shares came in fourth place, mostly down to buying activity. 

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Ltd (ASX: EOS) shares were the fifth most traded ASX share among Commsec's clients last week. The shares are significantly lower than their all-time high in January thanks to a few headwinds, but analysts are still bullish about their outlook this year.

What other ASX shares were investors interested in?

CommSec clients were also interested in buying AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP), Pro Medics Ltd (ASX: PME) and Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO) shares last week.

There was also a lot of selling activity around ANZ Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: ANZ) and BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) shares throughout the week.

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When a business as large as AMP falls that hard, it could be an extremely attractive, contrarian opportunity to take advantage of.

While the underlying profit growth was strong, investors were seemingly not pleased with guidance and margins.

The company reported that underlying net profit after tax (NPAT) grew by 20.8% to $285 million, with platforms underlying net profit growth of 9.3% to $106 million, superannuation and investments (S&I) underlying net profit growth of 14.8% to $62 million and AMP Bank underlying net profit declined 9.8% to $55 million.

Let's take a look at experts at broker UBS think of the business.

What happened with the result?

UBS noted that while underlying net profit was in line with expectations, there were a few factors driving the sell-off.

The broker said that compositionally, the result missed by around 10% in the second half of FY25 across the operating divisions due to broad-based revenue pressure, a flat (and weaker than expected) dividend per share and there was global platform sector weakness.

AMP's platforms and S&I both missed on the revenue margin guidance due to fee tiering and capping and mix-related fee pressure from the rise in managed accounts. Additionally, the bank missed by 16% on expectations because of a lower net interest margin (NIM), with AMP Bank GO contributing an FY25 loss of $10 million.

The positive offset to the operating miss was a large half over half step-up in China partnership income (with $45 million compared to $27 million in the first half of FY25).

Is the AMP share price a buy?

The broker UBS thinks the business is a buy, with a price target of $1.75, suggesting a sizeable potential rise from here.

UBS wrote when the AMP share price was $1.28:

However, given relatively modest FY26 EPS cuts (-4%), we now see value with the stock trading below NTA ($1.33/shr) at an ~11.4x PE despite offering a 10% pa EPS growth outlook. This excludes potential upside from capital management noting AMP's $287m of surplus CET1 and scope to divest non-core partnership investments (PCCP $193m). We reduce our PT to $1.75, and upgrade our rating to Buy (from Neutral).

The broker's forecasts suggests the business is trading at less than 13x FY26's estimated earnings.

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