Resmed (RMD) is a leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of medical equipment for treating, diagnosing, and managing sleep-disordered breathing and other respiratory disorders such as sleep apnoea. RMD operates in over 65 countries through 16 direct offices and a network of distributors, including Australia, France, Germany, New Zealand, Singapore, the UK and the United States. Last week, RMD announced a 1H11 net profit of US$115.2 million, up 30.7% from a year earlier. Revenue increased 12.6% to US$359,953, driven by growth in flow generators and masks sales. Resmed said it expects growth of all of its products to continue to benefit from the growth in the sleep-disordered breathing market. RMD lost 2.1% last week, underperforming the share market, which gained 0.4%. Keep up to date with RMD and all Health Care Stocks with a free trial. January 31, 2011
Health Care Stocks News Resmed (RMD)
Resmed (RMD) is a leading developer, manufacturer and distributor of medical equipment for treating, diagnosing, and managing sleep-disordered breathing and other respiratory disorders such as sleep apnoea. RMD operates in over 65 countries through 16 direct offices and a network of distributors, including Australia, France, Germany, New Zealand, Singapore, the UK and the United States. Last week, RMD announced a 1H11 net profit of US$115.2 million, up 30.7% from a year earlier. Revenue increased 12.6% to US$359,953, driven by growth in flow generators and masks sales. Resmed said it expects growth of all of its products to continue to benefit from the growth in the sleep-disordered breathing market. RMD lost 2.1% last week, underperforming the share market, which gained 0.4%. Keep up to date with RMD and all Health Care Stocks with a free trial. 
January 28, 2011
Shares to Buy Industrea (IDL)
Industrea (IDL) is a Queensland-headquartered group of companies involved in the global provision of mining products and services. IDL boasts a range of blue-chip clients across the globe, including BHP Billiton, Anglo Coal, Rio Tinto, Barrick Gold, Vale and Xstrata, as well as a selection of major Chinese bureaus, including Jincheng Mining Group. The company’s stock has been in an uptrend since mid-2010 on a recovery for the resources sector - many companies within the sector have been among the hot stocks in recent months. IDL also benefits from its exposure to big-name clients, which offer lucrative, steady, long-term contract support. The group’s exposure to China is also a boon, with the region’s demand for our resources (especially coal) expected to remain a key driver for IDL going forward. Operational diversity IDL is constantly expanding its range of products and services, with its current range of mining products including collision avoidance systems, underground directional drilling, contractor management, mobile asset tracking and a Driver Safety performance index. The company also distributes a select range of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) mining products for local and global companies. A large focus is on outsourced contract mining services through its Huddy's mining services subsidiary. Overall, mining services accounted for 41% of IDL’s revenue in FY10. The group’s diesel equipment division provided 36% of revenue and IDL’s technology business represented 23% of overall revenues. In terms of geographical exposure, Australia represented 57% of FY10 revenue whilst China accounted for 41%. The remainder of revenue was split between South America and other global regions. Fighting figures For FY10, IDL reported revenue of $313.2 million, up 21% on FY09. Underlying earnings came in at $112.1 million, an 11% on-year increase, whilst IDL’s EBITDA margin sat at 36%. Net profit after tax (NPAT) totalled $61.9 million, including significant non-recurring items, whilst adjusted NPAT was up 8% to $49.1 million. Adjusted EPS was down 2% on FY09 to 5.29 cents per share whilst IDL declared a total dividend of 1.3 cents per share. Of its FY10 results, IDL noted that improved efficiencies in its Australian operations lifted revenue and productivity through better capacity utilisation. The company noted that 2H10 was particularly strong, with positive momentum going ahead for FY11. Over the year, IDL acquired a manufacturing business in China and continued its expansion into the Hunter Valley, which remains an ongoing priority. Chinese connection The last year has seen IDL exporting in excess of $10 million per month in export sales to China, which has continued to display high demand for IDL’s services. Going ahead, Industrea will be focused on the underground coal mining sector as the largest market for its products. China is the largest coal producer in the world, producing 2.8 billion tonnes of coal in 2008 –12.5% of the world’s coal production. China is expected to produce over 3 billion metric tonnes of coal in 2010 with over 95% of output sourced from underground mines. As such, IDL is looking towards institutionalising key relationships with the major mining Chinese bureaus and establishing a Chinese manufacturing facility specifically tailored for the Chinese market. Outlook IDL, which recently reported strong FY10 results, notes business conditions are improving in the global and domestic mining sector, with the outlook for commodities remaining strong. The group has a strong competitive position in China, and its Chinese manufacturing facility is expected to grow its China business further. IDL issued in its AGM a positive long-term outlook and expects to report an increase in revenue and operating profit for FY11. Receive advice on Industrea and more shares to buy, with your free trial.
January 27, 2011
Australian Gold Stocks News Newcrest Mining (NCM)
Newcrest Mining (NCM) is Australia’s largest gold producer, with mining and exploration projects in Australia, Papua New Guinea (PNG), Indonesia and the US. NCM is the largest gold producer listed on the Australian share market. The miner also has a smaller exposure to copper, mostly as a by-product of its gold production. In its latest production report, NCM announced a 7% increase in gold output in the 2Q11 from a quarter earlier. Copper production of 17.712t was in line with the previous quarter. NCM attributed the growth in output to higher gold grades and increased throughput. Cash costs of $440 per ounce were also an improvement over the previous quarter. However, NCM downgraded FY11 gold production guidance to 2.85 – 2.95 million, from 2.85 – 3.00 million ounces. Copper output was also expected to fall to 75 – 80 thousand tonnes, from 80 – 86 thousand tonnes. NCM attributed the downgrades to rain and a suspension of operations at Bonriko in the Ivory Coast. Keep up to date with Newcrest Mining and Gold Stocks news and recommendations, with a free trial.January 25, 2011
Australian Stock Report Launches Investors & Traders Expo
Australian Stock Report is proud to launch its Investors & Traders Expo in 2011. The Investors and Traders Expo is a daylong, multi-speaker event hosted by Australian Stock Report covering topics including Technical & Fundamental Analysis, FX trading, CFDs, Options, Charting software and much more. Taking place in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Auckland the Investors & Traders Expo will be the best value and most informative event for investors and traders looking to maximise their returns from the financial markets in 2011. Tickets to the Expo cost only $49 including lunch, morning tea and an Expo-pack containing over $500 of included value. Places are limited so it is essential that you reserve your seat now. The Program 08:30 - Registration 09:00 - Welcome and Introduction 09:10 - The Science of the Markets (Part 1): Technical Analysis and FX Trading (more details below) 10:20 - Morning Tea (included) 10:45 - How to Profit Safely from the CFD Revolution (more details below) 12:00 - Practical Fundamental Analysis Techniques (more details below) 13:00 - Lunch (included) 14:00 - Key Note Speaker’s Presentation - Kel Butcher (more details below) 15:10 - Options as Part of a Comprehensive Investing Approach (more details below) 16:00 - The Science of the Markets (Part 2): Unleash the Power of MetaStock (more details below) 17:00 - Finish The Science of the Markets (Part 1): Technical Analysis and FX Trading presented by Carl Capolingua, Head of Education Australian Stock Report Technical analysis is the study of how security prices change over time on a chart. It is the preferred method of analysis for many professional traders allowing them to quickly, accurately and confidently analyse many securities in a very short space of time. In this presentation Mr Capolingua describes what he calls “The Science of the Markets” and presents his unique view on what key technical analysis concepts must be mastered by investors before using this potentially very profitable approach on share and FX markets. Register your seat here. How to Profit Safely from the CFD Revolution
Presented by Jason Andor, Associate Director IG Markets Australia CFDs are the fastest growing financial services product in Australia. Thousands of investors and traders have flocked to this revolutionary tool for trading shares, indices, foreign exchange (forex, or FX) and commodities from the same platform and account. Mr Andor will provide a broad overview of CFDs, their uses and benefits, and also their risks. He will also discuss new industry guidelines and their impact on investors in choosing the correct CFD provider. In addition to the above, Mr Andor will provide a detailed ‘how to’ guide for the IG Markets award winning trading platform PureDeal. When used correctly PureDeal is a powerful tool for identifying potentially profitable trading opportunities and quickly and easily turning them into trades. Register your seat here. Practical Fundamental Analysis Techniques
Presented by Geoff Saffer, Head of Research Australian Stock Report Mr Saffer will guide delegates through the most practical and effective tools which they can use to gain an edge in the markets. You will learn how each fundamental technique can be applied in the Australian market and how to source the necessary information accurately and inexpensively. In addition to the above, delegates will learn how to better utilise all of the information, resources, and tools within each of Australian Stock Report’s research offerings. Register your seat here Key Note Speaker’s Presentation - Kel Butcher
presented by Kel Butcher, Professional Trader, Author, Trading Coach As with any profession or business, trading requires learning and skill development, a plan, and lots of hard work to achieve success. This presentation delves into the most common trading mistakes novice traders make and how to avoid them. Based upon Mr Butcher’s bestselling book, it will discuss the combined wisdom of Dr Van Tharp, David Hunt, Justine Pollard, Louise Bedford, Brett Steenbarger, Russell Sands, Davin Clarke, Ryan Jones, Wayne McDonell, Gary Stone, Christopher Tate, Jake Bernstein, Larry Williams, Glen Larson, Tom Scollon, Dr Harry Stanton, John Robertson and Jason Cunningham. Register your seat here Options as Part of a Comprehensive Investing Approach
presented by Luke Cummings, Managing Director HC Securities Options are the most used derivative instruments around the world by share traders looking to better minimise risk and increase returns over basic share trading. Unlike other derivative instruments such as CFDs, options allow investors to take advantage of not only rising and falling markets, but also range bound markets. It is this important distinction which allows options traders to have the ability to profit under all market conditions: In this presentation Mr Cummings will dispel the myths of options trading versus CFD trading, outline the key benefits of options trading and why ALL investors should consider using options in their investing approach. Delegates will learn about a number of key strategies professional investors are using to improve their returns with options. Register your seat here The Science of the Markets (Part 2): Unleash the Power of MetaStock
presented by Carl Capolingua, Head of Education Australian Stock Report MetaStock is the world’s leading investing and trading analysis software and is used by over 300,000 investors in 90 different countries to streamline and broaden their analysis. In this presentation delegates will learn how to use MetaStock to identify the best trading opportunities from all over the world. In this informative and practical overview of the software you will learn how to use the Expert Adviser, The Explorer, The Enhanced System Tester, and the Fundamental Analyser. Live scans, explorations and simulations will be run on the current markets to demonstrate the power of MetaStock. Australian Stock Report looks forward to seeing you at the expo of your choice. Click here to register now and reserve your seat to trading success.
Hot Mining Stocks PanAust (PNA)
PanAust (PNA) is junior miner that holds mineral assets in the Laos and Thailand. The group was also one of hot stocks in 2010, surging over 50% during the year. In Laos, PanAust operates the large Phu Kham copper-gold operation, which commenced production of copper-gold concentrate in April 2008. On 24 January, PNA reported record copper production of 18.871 tonnes for the 4Q10, up 11.5% from the previous quarter. Copper production was driven by increased recovery rates and above average head grades at PNA’s Phu-Kham operation in Laos. Gold output increased by 23.7% from the previous quarter, while cash costs declined from US$1.01 to US$0.76. PNA expects strong mining and production performances to result in 2011 copper production of 62,000 – 65,000 tonnes at an average cash cost of US$0.95 – US$1.05 a pound. Keep up to date with PNA and hot mining stocks, by accessing your 7 day free trial.January 24, 2011
Blue Chip Stocks News Woodside Petroleum (WPL)
Woodside Petroleum (WPL) is Australia’s largest oil and gas explorer and producer, and one of the world’s leading producers of liquefied natural gas (LNG). The company is also considered among the blue chip stocks in the Australian share market. WPL reported its 4Q10 production numbers last week. Production fell 3% from the previous quarter, while revenue increased 2% due to higher commodity prices. For the year, output declined 10% to 72.7 million barrels of oil equivalent (mmboe) which was line with the company’s guidance of 70 – 75 mmboe. The group attributed the fall in yearly production to the sale of its interest in the Otway Gas Project and oil-field decline. WPL confirmed the expected start-up date for its Pluto LNG project in August, while its 2011 production guidance was 63 – 66 mmboe, excluding the contribution from Pluto. WPL declined 0.6% on the day of its production update. Keep up to date with share tips and Woodside Petroleum with an Australian Stock Report free trial.
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