{"id":2520120,"date":"2024-08-21T08:27:16","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T12:27:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/?post_type=commercial&#038;p=2520120"},"modified":"2025-06-30T06:24:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T10:24:16","slug":"10-best-australian-stocks-to-buy-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"comparisons","link":"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/investing\/best-australian-stocks\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Australian Stocks to Watch in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Australian stocks benefit from the foundation that Australia\u2019s strong and resilient economy provides. Fuelled by a growing population, low cost natural resources, and proximity to some of the world\u2019s most dynamic markets in Asia, Australia\u2019s economy has consistently grown faster than other advanced economies in the past five years. Continuing this trend, it\u2019s forecast to outpace its peers in the next five years through 2029. <br><br>On top of this, its sound financial and legal system draws investment from around the world, giving impetus to cutting-edge industries, such as renewable energy, critical minerals and skill-based technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These economic advantages are reflected in its stock market, which is dominated by the financials and materials sectors. The three largest companies by market cap on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) \u2014 the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, miner BHP Group, and biotech company CSL Limited \u2014 are valued at close to AUD $600 billion (US $403 billion).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the S&amp;P 500 has recently outperformed the S&amp;P\/ASX 200, Australia\u2019s benchmark stock index, there are plenty of reasons for including Australian stocks in your portfolio, such as adding diversification, and the above-average dividends that some of the Australian stocks provide due to the nation\u2019s supportive tax regime. We have reviewed the Australian stock market and selected 10 stocks that we think have the most upside. 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companies to consider now\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These best ASX stocks all have tailwinds that should allow them to continue to grow and reward shareholders. Here\u2019s an overview: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>CSL Ltd. (ASX: CSL):<\/strong> The Melbourne biotech company researches, develops, manufactures, and markets products to treat and prevent serious human medical conditions. CSL operates globally and is known for its consistent growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pinnacle Investment Management Group (ASX: PNI):<\/strong> The Sydney-based investment management firm delivers services to its network of affiliated boutique asset managers. It specialises in business support, distribution services, financial reporting, governance framework, human resources, licensing and insurance, operational support, and responsible entity services.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>StepOne Clothing (ASX: STP): <\/strong>The Surry Hills-based company makes organically grown underwear and sells it directly to consumers online in Australia, the US and the UK. Its shares are up more than 66% this year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Helia Group (ASX: HLI): <\/strong>Helia is now Australia\u2019s largest provider of lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), which provides protection to a lender to help buyers purchase a property with a smaller deposit. It has an above-average dividend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inghams Group Ltd. (ASX: ING):<\/strong> The more than 100-year old company, based in North Ryde, New South Wales, is the largest integrated poultry producer in Australia and New Zealand. It has the lion\u2019s share of the contracts to supply poultry to supermarkets and fast-food restaurants in those countries.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wesfarmers (ASX: WES):<\/strong> The diversified conglomerate is one of Australia\u2019s largest private sector employers with approximately 120,000 team members. It\u2019s headquartered in Perth, Western Australia and has interests in retail, chemicals, and industrials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Woolworths Group (ASX: WOW):<\/strong> The major Australian supermarket chain operates stores in Australia and New Zealand and the Big W discount chain. It also is involved in financing startup companies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. (ASX: ALL):<\/strong> The Sydney slots and digital gaming company has three operating segments: land-based gaming (Aristocrat Gaming), mobile games publishing (Pixel United) and regulated online Real Money Gaming (Aristocrat Interactive). It\u2019s growing its business through key acquisitions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WAM Global Ltd. (ASX: WGB):<\/strong> While investors across the globe have been focusing on the Magnificent 7 tech stocks of\u00a0 Apple, Microsoft, Google parent Alphabet, Amazon, Nvidia, Meta Platforms and Tesla, this Sydney wealth management company looks for under-the-radar companies to provide capital growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AIC Mines Ltd.: (ASX: A1M): <\/strong>The copper and gold mining company sees strong production from its Eloise copper mine in Queensland, Australia. It\u2019s working to expand the Eloise processing plant, and extend the life of the operation through development of the Jericho mine near the Eloise site.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-an-in-depth-look-at-these-top-asx-stocks\"><span id=\"an_in-depth_look_at_these_top_asx_stocks\">An in-depth look at these top ASX stocks<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re focusing on the Australian stocks that are delivering strong returns. All of these companies have strong track records of growth, with several of them showing double-digit revenue and share gains over the past five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-csl-ltd-average-10-year-annualised-return-of-15-44-nbsp\">1. CSL Ltd.: Average 10-year annualised return of 15.44%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:CSL|120M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"120m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CSL began as an arm of the Australian government but now is a private company. It earns half of its revenue in North American and a quarter of its revenue in Europe. Over the past decade its revenue has risen at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10% and net profit climb with an 8% CAGR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CSL Ltd. spends heavily on research and development and most of its revenue comes from its market-leading position in plasma-derived proteins or recombinants to treat medical conditions. It also has a strong niche in influenza vaccines. CSL <a href=\"https:\/\/investors.csl.com\/pdf\/278b69e9-ce3d-4ec8-a9d4-dc040fb7baf6\/Shareholder-Information-Meetings.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">has nine therapies in Phase 3 trials<\/a>. The biothech firm has manufacturing plants in Bern and St. Gallen in Switzerland, Broadmeadows and Parkville, Australia, Holly Springs, N.C., and Kankakee, Ill., in the US, Marburg, Germany, Liverpool, England, and Wuhan in China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the first half <a href=\"https:\/\/investors.csl.com\/pdf\/e94378e7-107a-4e70-9e88-1e8aea33c635\/Half-Year-Results-Investor-Presentation.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">of fiscal 2024<\/a>, its revenue rose 11% to AUD $8.05 billion. Net profit after taxes (NPAT) increased 20% to AUD $1.96 billion.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The firm is known for paying a <a href=\"https:\/\/investors.csl.com\/investors\/dividends\">consistent dividend<\/a> and it has raised its annual payout every year since 2009. It raised its interim dividend by 11.2% this year to US $1.07, so it\u2019s on its way to another annual increase. The yield on the dividend is 1.25% and the payout ratio is around 46%, meaning the <a href=\"https:\/\/investors.csl.com\/investors\/dividends\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">dividend growth<\/a> will likely continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy CSL with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-pinnacle-investment-management-group-average-10-year-annualised-return-of-36-35-nbsp\">2. Pinnacle Investment Management Group: Average 10-year annualised return of 36.35%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:PNI|120M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"120m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pinnacle holds equity interest in and provides seed funding for 16 affiliate management groups. They are in global institutional and retail distribution, and industrial grade middle office and infrastructure services. It\u2019s seeing its investments in diversification, distribution and infrastructure pay off. In 2016, 67% of the equities it had shares in were Australian and now that figure is down to 38%.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wcsecure.weblink.com.au\/pdf\/PNI\/02834699.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pinnacle reported fiscal 2024<\/a> NPAT of AUD $90.4 million, up 18% and earnings per share (EPS) of AUD $0.455, up 17%. It also grew its full-year dividend by 17% to AUD $0.42. The dividend is franked to 82%, down from 100% in 2023 and has a yield of 2.49%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its affiliates also saw strong growth, with assets under management (AUM) rising by 20% to AUD $110.1 billion, and 85% of affiliate strategies outperforming their benchmarks over the past five years. Founder Ian Macoun said he sees Pinnacle eventually doubling its AUM. The company itself has shown steady long-term growth, with NPAT rising with a CAGR of 24.3% since 2016 and EPS increasing by a CAGR of 21.7% over that same period. Over the past 10 years, it has increased assets under management by a CAGR of 24.5%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy PNI with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em> eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-stepone-clothing-average-2-year-annualised-return-of-119-5-nbsp\">3. StepOne Clothing: Average 2-year annualised return of 119.5%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:STP|24M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"24m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>StepOne is off to a strong start financially. In the first half, it saw revenue rise by 25.5% year over year to AUD $45.1 million, with its customer base increasing by 40% from the same period a year ago. NPAT climbed to AUD $7.1 million, up 34.7% year over year. The company recently said it expects full-year revenue to be AUD $84 million, up 29.2% over 2023. Its forecast for earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) is AUD $17 million, up 42%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The exciting thing about the stock is that it\u2019s still early in its growth cycle, and it\u2019s developing a loyal customer base beyond Australia. While revenue growth in-country was only 8.9% to AUD $26.2 million, its UK sales rose 38% through six months to $14.7 million. US revenue growth was even better, soaring 256% to AUD $4.1 million, with Amazon sales playing a big part in that growth.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company is well-positioned to grow with AUD $43.9 million in cash and no debt. It also has an excellent dividend that is fully franked and pays a yield of 5.39%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy STP with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-helia-group-average-10-year-annualised-return-of-12-58-nbsp\">4. Helia Group: Average 10-year annualised return of 12.58%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:HLI|120M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"120m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Helia, formerly known as Genworth, is a crucial part to Australia\u2019s property market as its first Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) provider. The company also offers an above-average dividend that has a yield of around 7.69%. The dividend is well-covered with a payout ratio of around 34%. What\u2019s more, it has attractive valuation. Helia\u2019s shares are trading at less than five times earnings after they have fallen more than 13% this year. It dominates the LMI market, giving it a big edge over competitors. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bankingday.com\/commbank-helia-play-hardball-mortgage-insurance-lmi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">concerns, though, now that it\u2019s <\/a>negotiating with its biggest client, Commonwealth Bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising home prices have slowed the company\u2019s business. With interest rate cuts likely on the horizon, though, it may soon be easier for homeowners to buy a home. Still, man will need Helia\u2019s help to afford a large down payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/investor.helia.com.au\/FormBuilder\/_Resource\/_module\/xYwS6fnYy0Cz3sNm05J0fw\/file\/Helia_Annual_Report_2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">In 2023, its grew net profit to AUD  $275.1 million, up 36.7%<\/a>. Earnings per share (EPS) climbed 61.7% to AUD $84.7 million. However, its 2023 gross written premium was AUD $185.2 million. It fell due to the depressed market conditions for new lending, particularly in high-loan-to-value-ratio lending. Meanwhile, revenue also fell 8.6% to $427.3 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Helia has been active in stock buybacks, reducing its number of shares. This year, Helia is forecasting it will buy 60 million more shares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/eToro%20Service%20ARSN%20637%20489%20466%20Capital%20at%20risk.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Buy HLI with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-inghams-group-average-7-year-annualised-return-of-4-99-nbsp\">5. Inghams: Group: Average 7-year annualised return of 4.99%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:ING|120M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"120m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inghams sells chicken and turkey products in Australia and New Zealand and also makes stock feed for poultry and pig farmers. It\u00a0 continues to grow through acquisitions. To this end, it\u2019s in the process of buying <a href=\"https:\/\/wcsecure.weblink.com.au\/pdf\/ING\/02782106.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">New Zealand\u2019s only organic chicken farm, Bostock Brothers<\/a>, for AUD $33 million. While the stock has slumped due to Avian flu concerns, the disease hasn\u2019t been found yet on any of the company\u2019s facilities.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inghams\u2019 revenue rose 8.7% to AUD $1.64 billion in <a href=\"https:\/\/investors.inghams.com.au\/Resources\/files\/1H24%20ING%20ASX%20Announcement%20ASX%20FINAL.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">the fiscal first half of 2024<\/a>, while its EBITDA was AUD $253.7 million, a rise of 28.8% year on year. Meanwhile, NPAT was AUD $62.3 million, an increase of 286.6% year over year. Investors, however, drove the price down because of Inghams\u2019 below-average yearly forecasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inghams began paying a dividend in 2018 and it now yields 6.1% and it\u2019s fully franked. It increased its interim dividend to AUD $0.12, up 166.7% year over year. While inflation has had an effect on sales, the company has been able to increase prices because of the rising cost of beef. It has also invested in automation, which it expects will help its margins going forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy ING with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-wesfarmers-average-10-year-annualised-return-of-14-41-nbsp\">6. Wesfarmers: Average 10-year annualised return of 14.41%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:WES|120M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"120m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The conglomerate\u2019s shares are up more than 23% this year and hit an all-time high of AUD $74.04\u00a0 on Aug. 1. The company owns some of the country\u2019s largest retailers, including supermarket operator Coles, home improvement chain Bunnings, Officeworks, K-mart, and Target. It diversified beyond retail, including pharmaceuticals, data assets, chemical and fertiliser production, gas processing and distribution and lithium mining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite pressure from Amazon on its retail sales, Wesfarmers is off to a strong year. In its half-year report, it had AUD $22.7 billion in revenue, up 0.5% year over year, and NPAT of AUD $1.43 billion, up 3% over the same period last year. Operating cash flow per share was AUD $2.56 compared to AUD $1.74 in the first half of 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wesfarmers is also known for a consistent dividend. It raised its interim dividend by 3% this year to AUD $0.91 and it\u2019s on track for its fourth <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wesfarmers.com.au\/investor-centre\/your-shareholding\/dividend-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">consecutive year of dividend growth<\/a>. Its dividend yield is around 2.73%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ironically, the one cloud on Wesfarmers\u2019 horizon is a result of its own success. The Australian Senate is <a href=\"https:\/\/finimize.com\/content\/wesfarmers-faces-potential-breakup-under-new-legislation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">looking at a bill<\/a> that would allow regulators to require large retail companies to divest certain assets. The goal is to lower the market power of major corporations such as Wesfarmers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy WES with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-woolworths-group-average-10-year-annualised-return-of-5-18-nbsp\">7. Woolworths Group: Average 10-year annualised return of 5.18%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:WOW|120M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"120m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company operates the Woolworths grocery chain, as well as the Big W department store, and also has a finance business. Like Wesfarmers, Woolworths is also taking heat because of its strong profits. Some of the biggest growth for Woolworths has been in its house brands in pantry, frozen foods and household care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.woolworthsgroup.com.au\/content\/dam\/wwg\/investors\/asx-announcements\/2716802.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">third quarter<\/a>, its sales were AUD $16.8 million, up 2.8% year over year. E-commerce sales climbed 17.6% to AUD $1.93 million. EPS rose 17% to AUD $0.455. That result continues the trend of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.woolworthsgroup.com.au\/content\/dam\/wwg\/investors\/asx-announcements\/2024\/Woolworths%20Group%20F24%20H1%20Profit%20Announcement.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> the first half<\/a>. Group NPAT of AUD $929 million, up 2.5% from the first half of 2023 and group sales up 4.4% to AUD $34.6 billion. First-half EPS was AUD $0.762, up 2%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Woolworths\u2019 yearly dividend has increased 766% over the past 20 years and the current yield is around 2.74%. It raised its interim dividend by 2.2% this year to AUD $0.47.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company is getting more heavily into finance. In April, it began a partnership with four other large global retailers \u2014 Tesco, Ahold Delhaize, Empire and Shoprite \u2014 to set up the <a href=\"https:\/\/globalventuring.com\/corporate\/asia\/five-global-retailers-launch-125m-w23-global\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">W23 Global fund<\/a>. It will target startups in sectors including supply chain, sustainable packaging and agricultural biodiversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy WOW with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-aristocrat-leisure-ltd-average-10-year-annualised-return-of-26-36-nbsp\">8. Aristocrat Leisure Ltd.: Average 10-year annualised return of 26.36%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:ALL|120M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"120m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aristocrat\u2019s products and services include electronic gaming machines, casino management systems, free-to-play mobile games and online real money games, including iLottery. Its stock has risen more than 24% so far this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/ir.aristocrat.com\/static-files\/02b6f207-212d-4e4b-9bbb-a5d35f2772f3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">first half of fiscal 2024<\/a>, Aristocrat\u2019s revenue rose 6.1% year over year to AUD $3.3 billion. The increase was led by a 8.3% rise in its land-based gaming business to AUD $1.68 billion, and a 52% climb in revenue from its Aristocrat Interactive segment to AUD $71.9 million. EPS rose 19% compared to the same period, to AUD $1.12. NPATA increased by 16% year over year to AUD $764 million. The company has recently released its all-new House of the Dragon slot game, based on the HBO Original series, similar to its Game of Thrones slot game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aristocrat raised its interim dividend by 20% to AUD $0.36, giving it a yield of around 1.35%. It has raised its annual dividend payout by 45.7% since 2016. It completed its AUD <a href=\"https:\/\/igamingbusiness.com\/strategy\/ma\/aristocrat-completes-acquisition-of-neogames\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$1.2 billion purchase of NeoGames<\/a> this year in an effort to concentrate more on profitable online real money games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Buy ALL with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-wam-global-ltd-average-6-year-annualised-return-of-3-8-nbsp\">9. WAM Global Ltd.: Average 6-year annualised return of 3.8%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:WGB|120M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"120m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WAM Global is part of the Wilson Asset Management Group. It looks to invest in undervalued international growth companies, many of them US companies that are not necessarily well known. Some of its top performing holdings this year include: Edwards (NYSE: EW), Gallagher (NYSE: AJG), HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA), Quanta (NYSE: PWR), and Tradeweb (NASDAQ: TW). It has an above-average dividend yield of 6.2% and its shares are up more than 9% this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wilsonassetmanagement.com.au\/listed-investment-companies\/wam-global\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">In July 2024<\/a>, the company had net tangible assets per share before tax of AUD $2.50, up 7.8% from a year earlier. That continues its trend of growth. For the first half of its fiscal year ended 31 December, it posted revenue of AUD $45.72 million, up 127% year over year, and EPS of AUD $0.08, up 156% from a year earlier. It also had total shareholder returns of 10.9%, including an AUD $0.06 fully franked interim dividend. So far this year, the stock is up more than 7%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The investment company has more than tripled its yearly dividend payout over the past five years, thanks to its consistent growth. This year, it will pay AUD $0.12 per share in dividends, up 4.3% over last year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy WGB with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-aic-mines-average-5-year-annualised-return-of-5-51-nbsp\">10. AIC Mines: Average 5-year annualised return of -5.51%\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget BEGIN --><\/p>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-container__widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tradingview-widget-copyright\"><\/div>\n<p>  <script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.tradingview.com\/external-embedding\/embed-widget-symbol-overview.js\" async>\n  {\n  \"symbols\": [\n      \"ASX:A1M|60M\"\n    ],\n  \"chartOnly\": false,\n  \"width\": \"860\",\n  \"height\": \"400\",\n  \"locale\": \"en\",\n  \"colorTheme\": \"light\",\n  \"autosize\": false,\n  \"showVolume\": false,\n  \"showMA\": false,\n  \"hideDateRanges\": false,\n  \"hideMarketStatus\": true,\n  \"hideSymbolLogo\": false,\n  \"scalePosition\": \"right\",\n  \"scaleMode\": \"Normal\",\n  \"fontFamily\": \"-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Trebuchet MS, Roboto, Ubuntu, sans-serif\",\n  \"fontSize\": \"10\",\n  \"noTimeScale\": false,\n  \"valuesTracking\": \"1\",\n  \"changeMode\": \"price-and-percent\",\n  \"chartType\": \"area\",\n  \"maLineColor\": \"#2962FF\",\n  \"maLineWidth\": 1,\n  \"maLength\": 9,\n  \"lineWidth\": 2,\n  \"lineType\": 0,\n  \"dateRanges\": [\n    \"60m|1M\",\n    \"12m|1D\",\n    \"3m|60\",\n    \"1m|30\",\n    \"1d|1\",\n    \"all|1M\"\n  ]\n}\n  <\/script>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- TradingView Widget END --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AIC benefits from the transition away from fossil fuels as copper is one of the key minerals needed for that transition. The company recently released strong production numbers for 2024 that delivered on earlier estimates. It exceeded its goal of 12,500 tonnes of copper and 5,000 ounces of gold in concentrate from its Eloise mine by 900 tonnes. It reported 13,412 tonnes of copper and 6,669 ounces of gold in concentrate. The copper sold for AUD $5.15 per pound and the gold concentrate fetched AUD $5.39 per pound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicmines.com.au\/downloads\/2719794.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">the interim report<\/a>, it had revenue of AUD $91 million, up 58.2% year over year. Net income totalled AUD $2.23 million, after losing AUD $5.2 million in the same period a year ago. A big factor going for it is that the miner has no debt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, as of 31 March, had AUD $27.5 million in cash, enabling it to develop its Jericho mine, which is located four kilometres south of its Eloise mine and processing plant. That is a key project for future growth. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalminingreview.com\/mining\/20052024\/aic-mines-receives-mining-lease-approval-for-jericho-copper-mine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">The Queensland Government\u2019s Department of Resources granted AIC a 10-year mining leas<\/a>e for Jericho in May, allowing AIC to begin surface operations. The addition of the Jericho mine should allow the company to grow its production to 20,000 tonnes of copper and 10,000 ounces of gold a year, it said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy A1M with eToro<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-year-to-date-performance-of-these-top-australian-stocks-nbsp\"><span id=\"year-to-date_performance_of_these_top_australian_stocksnbsp\">Year-to-date performance of these top Australian stocks\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Ticker on ASX<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Company<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance YTD<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Invest<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CSL<\/td><td>CSL Ltd.<\/td><td>+7.63<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PNI<\/td><td>Pinnacle Investment Management Group<\/td><td>+67.46<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>STP<\/td><td>StepOne Clothing<\/td><td>+61.19<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>HLI<\/td><td>Helia Group Ltd.<\/td><td>-12.64<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ING<\/td><td>Inghams Group<\/td><td>-7.32<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>WES<\/td><td>Wesfarmers<\/td><td>+24.47<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>WOW<\/td><td>Woolworths Group<\/td><td>+10.45<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ALL<\/td><td>Aristocrat Leisure Ltd.<\/td><td>+27.12<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>WGB<\/td><td>WAM Global<\/td><td>+8.77<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A1M<\/td><td>AIC Mines Ltd.<\/td><td>-11.59<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/visit\/etoroauwebsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Buy with eToro<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><sub><em>eToro Service ARSN 637<\/em> <em>489 466 Capital at risk.<\/em> <em>See <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3UjarRn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PDS <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/etoro.tw\/3A8FGru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">TMD<\/a><\/em>.<\/sub><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-and-cons-of-investing-in-australian-stocks-nbsp\"><span id=\"pros_and_cons_of_investing_in_australian_stocksnbsp\">Pros and cons of investing in Australian stocks\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing in Australian stocks can help improve diversification and can be a way to find value and growth in your portfolio. However, it\u2019s important to weight the pros and cons of investing in stocks down under.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pros<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Dividend Yields:<\/strong> Australian companies often offer attractive dividend yields, providing steady income for investors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Population growth:<\/strong> Australia\u2019s population is growing at a higher rate than the UK or the US, thanks in part to immigration. There\u2019s a new Australian citizen every 50 seconds, which bodes well for most Australian companies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Government Support:<\/strong> The Australian government has historically supported business growth and investment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Size:<\/strong> Compared to major global markets like the US, the Australian market is smaller, which can limit diversification opportunities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Economic Dependence:<\/strong> Australia\u2019s economy is heavily reliant on commodity prices, which can be volatile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Geographic Concentration:<\/strong> The Australian market is concentrated in a few sectors, primarily financials, mining, and energy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-i-need-to-pay-tax-on-stocks-in-australia\"><span id=\"do_i_need_to_pay_tax_on_stocks_in_australia\">Do I need to pay tax on stocks in Australia?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding taxes is often best left to professionals. However, there are two different types of taxes that apply to stocks in Australia. The primary one is Capital Gains Tax (CGT), which is triggered when you sell a stock for more than you paid. If you\u2019ve held the shares \u2013 whether in mining, banking, or even the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/investing\/best-australian-tech-stocks\/\">best Australian tech stocks<\/a> \u2013 for over 12 months, you\u2019ll only pay CGT on 50% of the profit. The actual CGT rate you pay depends on your individual income tax bracket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dividends paid by Australian companies are also taxable. However, many companies attach <em>franking credits<\/em> to dividends, which can reduce the tax payable by offsetting it against company tax already paid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re holding bank shares or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/investing\/best-australian-lithium-stocks\/\">Australian lithium stocks<\/a>, it\u2019s wise to consult a tax professional to understand how these rules apply to your specific financial situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-methodology-choosing-the-10-best-asx-stocks\"><span id=\"methodology_choosing_the_10_best_asx_stocks\">Methodology: Choosing the 10 best ASX stocks<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for the top 10 best ASX stocks, we focused on a diverse list that went beyond the typical basket of Australian mining stocks. In that basket, we looked for companies that, as of their last reporting period, are growing revenue and profits and have a strong track record of growth over the past five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-some-of-the-factors-we-examined\">Some of the factors we examined:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dominant market position:<\/strong> Is this company a leader in its market? Does it have an edge over its competitors, either from a standpoint of size or of expertise? CSL, Inghams and Wesfarmers are all examples of companies with strong market positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stock Performance.<\/strong> One of the key factors we look at is the performance of the stock. Specifically, we want to know if the stock has a history of outperformance, consistently beating its benchmarks over the long term. StepOne Clothing, Wesfarmers and Aristocrat Leisure are good examples of companies that have outshone competitors in stock performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Earnings growth<\/strong>. We examine how consistent the company has been in generating year-over-year earnings growth. Ideally, we are looking for stocks that generate double-digit annual earnings growth on an annual basis over a multi-year period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This approach is also applicable when evaluating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/investing\/best-australian-rare-earth-stocks\/\">Australian rare earth stocks<\/a>, where factors like market dominance, financial strength, and long-term growth trends play a critical role in identifying top investment opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reasonable Valuations.<\/strong> Most importantly, we want to ensure that the P\/E, price-to-sales, and other valuation measures are not unusually high based historical ranges. Trading at less than five times earnings, Helia Group one of the stocks with a low valuation on the list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Growth Catalyst.<\/strong> We also considered future growth drivers\u2014such as market expansion, acquisitions, regulatory changes, or new product rollouts. These catalysts can help propel a company\u2019s stock higher, just as they often do for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/investing\/best-australian-gold-stocks\/\">best Australian gold stocks<\/a> amid rising commodity demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-place-to-buy-australian-stocks-in-2025\"><span id=\"best_place_to_buy_australian_stocks_in_2025\">Best place to buy Australian stocks in 2025<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best platform to buy Australian stocks is <a href=\"https:\/\/valuewalk.care\/box_4988239c0d5a7616175048a6399d3e95\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">FP Markets<\/a>. It\u2019s regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), and provides a high degree of investor protection. FP Markets has also integrated multiple trading platforms, such as MetaTrader 4 and 5 as well as Iress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can trade Australian stocks with low trading fees and commissions through FP Markets. For example, to trade AU stocks on MT4\/5 or the platform\u2019s cTrader, FP Markets charges 0.05% commission plus 5 AUD minimum per side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"645\" src=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-01-29-at-6.20.45.png\" alt=\"FP Markets Homepage\" class=\"wp-image-2549490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-01-29-at-6.20.45.png 1280w, https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-01-29-at-6.20.45-300x151.png 300w, https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-01-29-at-6.20.45-768x387.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FP Markets has a strong reputation and high customer satisfaction, with a TrustPilot score of 4.8\/5.0 from over 7,400 reviews. Beginners can use FP Markets\u2019 \u201cResources\u201d section to access webinars, podcasts, eBooks, and platform video tutorials to gain more knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also worth noting that FP Markets provides 24\/7 customer support via chat, phone, and email \u2013 an added convenience for those managing diverse portfolios, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/investing\/best-australian-dividend-stocks\/\">dividend-paying stocks in Australia.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/valuewalk.care\/box_4988239c0d5a7616175048a6399d3e95\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Visit FP Markets<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-asx-stocks-faqs\"><span id=\"asx_stocks_faqs\">ASX stocks FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"man_faq_sec\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"><script>jQuery(document).ready(function() {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".accordionButton\").click(function() {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".accordionButton\").removeClass(\"on\");\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(\".accordionContent\").slideUp(\"normal\");\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tif(jQuery(this).next().is(\":hidden\") == true) {\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(this).addClass(\"on\");\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tjQuery(this).next().slideDown(\"normal\");\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t } \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t  \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t });\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t });\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/script><section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \"><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What are the best Australian stocks to consider for the long-term?<\/h3> <\/div><div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\"> Thanks to its big portfolio of therapies that are in late-stage development, and the expected rise in healthcare needs, CSL Limited is a great candidate for long-term investment. Pinnacle Investment Management Group has also found a solid formula in discovering lesser-known stocks that are on the way up. This makes it a good long-term choice for investment. Both stocks pay consistent dividends as well. StepOne Clothing may have more growth in store than either company, however.<\/p>\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \"><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">What is the best share to buy in Australia right now?<\/h3> <\/div><div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Helia Group may have the most upside, particularly if interest rates fall, because so much of its business is tied to the housing market.<\/p>\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"ms_faq ms_card \"><div itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"><div class=\"accordionButton\"><h3 itemprop=\"name\">How to invest in Australian companies and stocks<\/h3> <\/div><div class=\"accordionContent\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" style=\"display:none;\"><p itemprop=\"text\">Investing in Australian companies and stocks is fairly straightforward, even if you don\u2019t live in Australia. The basic ways to invest in the best ASX stocks are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u00a0\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Directly invest<\/strong> by opening a brokerage account: This is the most common way to invest in individual stocks. You\u2019ll need to choose a broker that offers access to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Remember to do your due diligence on Australian stocks before you place a buy order through your broker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u00a0\n\n\n\n<p>You can also <strong>indirectly invest<\/strong> in Australian stocks through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that carry Australian companies. You could consider managed funds that contain multiple assets, including stocks from Australian companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u00a0\n\n\n\n<p>The third way is to invest in derivatives, such as <strong>contracts for difference<\/strong> (CFDs) for stocks, in which case you don\u2019t need to own the shares to be able to trade them. To make it easier for you to select a broker to trade, or even day trade Australian share CFDs with, we compiled a guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valuewalk.com\/investing\/best-australian-day-trading-platforms\/\">the best day trading platforms in Australia<\/a>. <\/p>\n                <\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-references\"><span id=\"references\">References<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/investors.csl.com\/pdf\/278b69e9-ce3d-4ec8-a9d4-dc040fb7baf6\/Shareholder-Information-Meetings.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">CSL Ltd. shareholder information<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/international.austrade.gov.au\/en\/why-australia\/benchmark-report#accordion-0308b62e3b-item-d491760ccf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Australian Trade and Investment Commission: Benchmark Report<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"The%20Case%20for%20Australian%20Equities\">Fidelity: The Case for Australian Equities <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wcsecure.weblink.com.au\/pdf\/PNI\/02834699.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pinnacle first-half results<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicmines.com.au\/downloads\/2719794.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">AIC Mines investor presentation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/investors.inghams.com.au\/Resources\/files\/1H24%20ING%20ASX%20Announcement%20ASX%20FINAL.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Inghams first-half results<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.woolworthsgroup.com.au\/content\/dam\/wwg\/investors\/asx-announcements\/2716802.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Woolworths Group third-quarter announcement<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ir.aristocrat.com\/static-files\/02b6f207-212d-4e4b-9bbb-a5d35f2772f3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">First-half Aristocrat Gaming profit announcement<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/igamingbusiness.com\/strategy\/ma\/aristocrat-completes-acquisition-of-neogames\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Aristocrat Gaming completes NeoGames purchase<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wilsonassetmanagement.com.au\/listed-investment-companies\/wam-global\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">WAM Global July financials<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Disclaimers and legal information:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sub><em>eToro AUS Capital Limited AFSL 491139. eToro is a multi-asset investment platform. 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