Daily FNArena News

Weekly Update on ASX-listed companies buying in their own stock.

Salmon producer Tassal sustained a flat first half but has broadened its seafood range with the acquisition of De Costi. Moelis initiates coverage of the stock.

Sifting through the first half results, several brokers suggest Aurizon’s dividend yield is too attractive to pass up despite a cloudy earnings outlook.

Michael Gable of Fairmont Equities suggests reporting season star Cochlear can move a bit higher yet before overstretching.

Sellers still expect uranium buying interest to emerge but buyers see a well-supplied market. Last week saw increased activity but a lower spot price.

Baby Bunting delivered a maiden first half profit well above forecasts, which brokers believe will provide investors with renewed confidence.

BlueScope Steel has upgraded first half guidance for the second time, raising hopes of a more sustainable profit performance in Australia.

National Storage remains committed to growing its market share via acquisition and believes opportunities abound.

Toll road developer and operator Transurban delivered a sound first half result although several issues are emerging on which brokers seek clarity.

Nick Linton-Ffrost of Fifth Wave draws on three charts to argue a possible bounce for the ASX200 back to 5400.