Westpac (ASX:WBC) report $2.2b first half 2020 impairment
28 Apr 2020 - Westpac (ASX:WBC) today announced that impairment charges in its First Half 2020 (1H20) result are expected to be $2.2 billion pre-tax.
28Apr
28Apr
Optimism grows as global economies look to reopen: ASX set to open higher
28 Apr 2020 - The ASX looks set to open higher as optimism grows that global economies are beginning to look to reopening following on from the coronavirus crisis. In the US Boeing plans to reopen its Dreamliner factory in early May. Back home we are set to see some easing of restrictions. Britain says it’s still too early to relax them there. Air New Zealand (ASX:AIZ) will begin the painful process of materially reducing its workforce as the...
27Apr
The only sector to make losses today was the Financial sector: ASX closed 1.5% higher
27 Apr 2020 - After a rocky start it has been a mostly positive day of trade for the ASX, the local bourse managed to close 1.5% higher. Shares in Domain Holdings (ASX:DHG) closed over 18 per cent higher and AP Eagers (ASX:APE) also did well today. MedAdvisor (ASX:MDR) today announced that its telehealth and on-demand home delivery features are now live.
27Apr
Aus Tin Mining (ASX:ANW) farm-in agreement for Lachlan Fold Belt
27 Apr 2020 - Aus Tin Mining (ASX:ANW) CEO, Peter Williams talks farm-in agreement for exploration licences prospective for copper and gold in the Lachlan Fold Belt and proposal to divest its Granville Tin Mine.
27Apr
Victoria remains Australia’s strongest performing economy: ASX tracking 0.4% higher at noon
27 Apr 2020 - The ASX has been on a rollercoaster in the first few hours of trade rising and dipping to now be tracking almost 0.4% higher at noon. Ord Minnett rates Carsales.com (ASX:CAR) as an Upgrade to a Buy from a Hold. Seven West Media (ASX:SWM) released a statement tody in response to an ASX query concerning media speculation of an offer.
27Apr
Costa Group Holdings (ASX:CGC) appoint a new CFO
27 Apr 2020 - Australia’s leading grower, packer and marketer of fresh fruit and vegetables Costa Group Holdings (ASX:CGC) today announced that after an extensive search and selection process, Wayne Johnston has been appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer, commencing from 29th June 2020.
27Apr
Monash IVF (ASX:MVF) to raise $80 million
27 Apr 2020 - Monash IVF (ASX:MVF) will seek to raise $80 million in order to cover its debts and pursue growth opportunities.
27Apr
Viva Energy (ASX:VEA) makes moves to shut Geelong Refinery
27 Apr 2020 - Viva Energy (ASX:VEA) has started preparations to shut down the Geelong Refinery’s Residual Catalytic Cracking Unit (RCCU) and associated processing units.
27Apr
National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB) seeks to raise $3.5 billion
27 Apr 2020 - National Australia Bank (ASX:NAB) is looking to raise $3.5 billion from investors as their half year profit drops 51 per cent.
27Apr
Kazia Therapeutics (ASX:KZA) glioblastoma Phase II trial results
27 Apr 2020 - Kazia Therapeutics (ASX:KZA) CEO & MD, Dr. James Garner talks about its Phase II interim results for its glioblastoma drug candidate paxasilib, its pivotal GBM AGILE Phase II clinical study to commence 2H20 and value drivers as the company moves toward registration.