Forex - AUD/USD The Australian dollar (AUD) has recently experienced a sharp decline against the US dollar (USD), influenced by a confluence of economic indicators and global market dynamics. This analysis delves into the reasons behind this depreciation, its impact on the commodities market, its effects on the Australian stock market, forecasts for 2025, and recommended asset allocation strategies for Australian investors, including specific examples. AUD against USD Chart Reasons for the Sharp Decline of the AUD against USD: The AUD's decline can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, the ongoing economic slowdown in China, Australia's largest trading partner, has reduced demand for Australian exports, particularly commodities like iron ore. Secondly, the US dollar's strength, driven

As of the close on Friday, $S&P/ASX 200(XJO.AU)$ closed at 8,436.20 on Friday, up 0.51% in the past 5 days.1. $LIFE360 INC-CDI(360.AU)$ +20.48%We wouldn't blame Life360, Inc. shareholders if they were a little worried about the fact that James Synge, the Independent Non-Executive Director recently netted about AU$1.7m selling shares at an average price of AU$68.57. However, it's crucial to note that they remain very much invested in the stock and that sale only reduced their holding by 3.7%.Life360's stock is trading at A$24.67, below its estimated fair value of A$29.08, suggesting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Despite recent

In the first half of the year, $S&P/ASX 200(XJO.AU)$ rose by 2.33%, closing at 7767.50. Although it lagged behind S&P 500, some stocks that Tiger Brokers users are most concerned with hit new highs or showed significant gains.1. $BHP GROUP LTD(BHP.AU)$ fell by 13%BHP is the largest miner of ASX, is a global resources company, engaged in the mining of copper, iron ore, and coal. After reaching historic highs last December, BHP has experienced continuous declines in the first half of this year. Its plunge is closely linked to a more than 10% drop in iron ore prices.Investors have been selling off the mining company due to concerns over weakening iron ore prices and anticipated ongoing economic s

As of the close on Friday, $S&P/ASX 200(XJO.AU)$ closed at 7,575.90 on Friday, down 0.87% in the past 5 days. 1. $Resmed DRC(RMD.AU)$ +14.01%The ResMed Inc share price is avoiding the market selloff and racing higher on Friday. In early trade, the sleep disorder treatment company's shares are up an impressive 10% to $31.50.TLX stock rose 14.01% this week primarily due to Investors have been fighting to get hold of the company's shares following the release of its third quarter update.Another big positive was the company's gross margin, which improved 260 basis points to 57.9% on a GAAP basis and 240 basis points to 58.5% on a non-GAAP basis. This was ahead of the cons

As of the close on Friday, $S&P/ASX 200(XJO.AU)$ closed at 7,567.30 on Friday, down 3.15% in the past 5 days. 1. $TELIX PHARMACEUTICALS LTD(TLX.AU)$ +5.26%Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited, a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company, focuses on the development and commercialization of diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.TLX stock rose 5.26% this week primarily due to its revenue and operational performance for the quarter ended 31 March 2024 (Q1 2024).Telix Pharmaceuticals reported a revenue increase to US$114.9 million ($179.1 million) in the first quarter of 2024, up 18% from the previous quarter, driven by strong sales of Illuccix, its prostate cancer ima

As of the close on Friday, $S&P/ASX 200(XJO.AU)$ closed at 7,788.10 on Friday, up 0.19% in the past 5 days. 1. $RED 5 LTD(RED.AU)$ +11.69%Red 5 Limited is an Australian gold producer that operates the Darlot and King of the Hills (KOTH) gold mines.RED stock rose 11.69% this week primarily due to record-high gold prices, reaching $2,418 per ounce, and strong quarterly performance by Red 5 Limited.The company's consistent gold production from its King of the Hills project and potential to meet upper end of full-year production targets boosted investor confidence.The updates show that gold production exceeds 50,000 ounces from its King of the Hills project for the fourth

As of the close on Friday, $S&P/ASX 200(XJO.AU)$ closed at a record high of 7,770.60 on Friday, up 1.31% in the past 5 days. 1. $PALADIN ENERGY LTD(PDN.AU)$ surged 14.94% following a rebound in uranium pricesDespite a recent dip due to a 20% fall from 16-year highs in February, prices rose to $88.50 per pound. This uptick reignited investor interest in ASX uranium sharesPaladin Energy announced plans to restructure its share capital, proposing a consolidation where ten existing shares will become one. This move aims to align its share count with its ASX 200 status and attract more international investors.2. $WEBJET LTD(WEB.AU)$

As of the close on Friday, $S&P/ASX 200(XJO.AU)$ closed at a record high of 7,670.30 on Friday, down 2.25% in the past 5 days. 1. $BELLEVUE GOLD LTD(BGL.AU)$ +8.04%This week, Bellevue Gold Limited reported its earnings results for the half year and turned to profit.The company recorded sales of AUD 49.06 million and net income of AUD 2.19 million, a significant improvement compared to a net loss of AUD 12.52 million reported for the same period a year ago.Additionally, the Bellevue Gold mine near Leinster in the north-western Goldfields was officially opened, marking a significant step in the company's journey towards making the operation carbon-neutral by 2026.2.