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Stock Tips: AI on offence, gold on defence
It's no easy gig analysing share prices and company performance but somebody's got to do it. Every week two experts from our Share Tips columnist pool give us their recommendations.
David Thang – Sequoia Wealth Management
BUY
NextDC (ASX:NXT)
A leading data centre provider in Australia, capitalising on rapidly growing demand fuelled by cloud computing and artificial intelligence. With the prestigious Nvidia AI Factory certification, the company is well-positioned for continued expansion.
Hub24 (ASX:HUB)
The platform provider delivered a solid result, with funds under administration up 30% and net inflows rising 25% year-on-year. Both margins and earnings are pointing north.
HOLD
Double-digit profit growth is evident for the health insurer. Effective cost management and earnings momentum has resulted in an increase to its fully franked dividend yield.
PolyNovo (ASX:PNV)
A global wound care technology provider, recently announced positive data from its NovoSorb trial for type 1 diabetes wounds, showing accelerated healing and fewer complications.
SELL
Ansell (ASX:ANN)
Long-term downward share price momentum remains in play for the personal protective equipment company. We prefer others.
Lifestyle Communities (ASX:LIC)
The recent negative VCAT ruling on exit fees for residents could significantly impact its revenue.
Mark Goulopoulos – Cumulus Wealth
BUY
Northern Star Resources (ASX:NST)
Australia's largest gold miner with a strong growth pipeline following the De Grey Mining acquisition, providing solid leverage to a rising gold price.
Xero (ASX:XRO)
Completed a strategic US acquisition that broadens its addressable market and complements its core offering, unlocking new cross-sell opportunities.
HOLD
Life360 (ASX:360)
A fast-growing tech name with strong user momentum, though the recent share price rally reflects this.
Treasury Wine Estates (ASX:TWE)
The Penfolds brand remains a valuable moat, but softer short-term sales are expected.
SELL
Lynas (ASX:LYC)
A strategic global asset, but the recent share price spike appears to price in elevated rare earth prices providing a chance to take profits.
Johns Lyng Group (ASX:JLG)
With limited upside left post-takeover offer, it's a good time to lock in gains and rotate into higher-conviction ideas.
