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Otago Daily Times
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Otago Daily Times
Letters to the Editor: electricity, Gaza and elections
Today's Letters to the Editor from readers cover topics including the high cost of electricity, moral leadership on Gaza, and do good intentions make a good candidate? Clean energy means yes to your backyard There is a universal belief that us Kiwis are being exploited by the gentailers, including its part-owners, the government, by high electricity prices. A driver of this is constraint of supply. Why then, when expansion of low-cost electricity is offered, it is opposed by the public? I am referring to the Helios Energy solar farm proposal between Ranfurly and Naseby. Of 179 community submissions, opposition outnumbered supporters 6 to 1. Objections included concerns about noise pollution, glint and glare from the panels but focused principally on fire safety and gas emissions if the panel ignited. Locals also lamented the noise and vibrations generated briefly while 10,000 metal stakes were installed. These factors are vastly eclipsed by the alternative, business as usual, generating 20% of our electricity from burning fossil fuels, which globally are estimated to kill 3-6 million people annually by air pollution and heatwaves. Photovoltaic electricity is very inexpensive and extremely safe, particularly when the biggest danger, falling off the roof during installation, doesn't apply in this instance. Our need to decarbonise our electricity supply must not be stymied by Luddites, nimbys and pedants. Vale Jo Millar A mighty totara has fallen with the death of Jo Millar. Jo was a tireless advocate for her community and particularly the elderly. She fired up over issues and when she spoke she made sure people listened. Her life was a selfless one of service. She had fire in her belly and a real need for fairness and better living conditions and lower costs for pensioners. RIP Jo. I will miss you. Beg to disagree In the strongest possible terms I disagree with Lynne Newall's opinion "that it is not the Dunedin City Council's business to support a party in government backing sanctions against Israel" (Letters ODT 3.7.25) Ever since the beginning of the genocide in Gaza I have been hoping that our city council would show some moral courage to voice their opinion on the atrocities Israel imposes on Gaza. Now at last the council breaks their silence and shows some moral leadership. I applaud their decision, I salute them, and hope many more councils follow their example. Appeasement costs The government was swift and decisive in sanctioning Russia over Ukraine and providing support to Kyiv, but has equivocated shamelessly with endless angry Winston weasel words over the Gaza and West Bank genocide and the illegal attack on Iran by Israel and the US. Robert Patman ( ODT 14.7.25) is right. This revolting appeasement of Trump will come at a cost. Cowardly equivocation and silence makes our nation complicit in the crimes. Our foreign policy has plumbed new depths. How about a terrier? Re: the proposed mural, ( ODT , 10.7.25) I very much admire art in all its forms and wish myself that I was gifted in the field. I love the subject proposed but the dog depicted is, I believe, of the wrong breed for Dunedin. With its very much Scottish heritage, I would love to propose tartan and the depiction of black and white Scottish, Westie, or Cairn terrier. Road to council is paved with good intentions I read Steve Walker's letter ( ODT 18.7.25) with a certain amount of scepticism. I have no doubt Steve, and indeed all councillors and candidates, are well intentioned fully believing in what they stand for: indeed Steve painted a wonderful campaign picture around it. Good intentions are not the core issue however, all candidates have them. I believe independents have the freedom to draw from a cross-section of views and beliefs that aren't tied to a central ideology. Let's face it, all parties have something good to offer and an independent can choose from all options to specifically target what is best for our city overall. Endorsed candidates are somewhat akin to chickens within a fenced run: they can wander a bit but aren't going past the boundaries. There's no free lunch and if candidates aren't toeing the party line the endorsement will inevitably end. They are tied to party ideology and the bottom line is they stay under that party's umbrella. The good thing about democracy though is that as voters we can decide which option we support and I encourage all voters to get out and do exactly that come election time. Address Letters to the Editor to: Otago Daily Times, PO Box 517, 52-56 Lower Stuart St, Dunedin. Email: editor@
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ASX Penny Stocks Spotlight: Helios Energy And 2 Other Promising Picks
As Australian shares brace for a significant downturn, with the ASX 200 futures indicating a 1.4% drop, investors are keenly observing how global trade tensions might impact market stability. In such volatile times, identifying stocks with strong financial health becomes crucial for those seeking growth opportunities. Penny stocks, despite their somewhat outdated label, continue to offer potential value in smaller or newer companies that may be poised for long-term success. Name Share Price Market Cap Financial Health Rating CTI Logistics (ASX:CLX) A$1.55 A$120.92M ★★★★☆☆ EZZ Life Science Holdings (ASX:EZZ) A$1.46 A$68.87M ★★★★★★ IVE Group (ASX:IGL) A$2.32 A$358.42M ★★★★★☆ GTN (ASX:GTN) A$0.60 A$117.83M ★★★★★★ West African Resources (ASX:WAF) A$2.26 A$2.58B ★★★★★★ Bisalloy Steel Group (ASX:BIS) A$3.00 A$142.35M ★★★★★★ Regal Partners (ASX:RPL) A$1.975 A$662.41M ★★★★★★ SHAPE Australia (ASX:SHA) A$2.92 A$241.6M ★★★★★★ NRW Holdings (ASX:NWH) A$2.60 A$1.19B ★★★★★☆ LaserBond (ASX:LBL) A$0.385 A$45.17M ★★★★★★ Click here to see the full list of 976 stocks from our ASX Penny Stocks screener. Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener. Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Helios Energy Limited is an onshore oil and gas exploration company operating in the United States with a market cap of A$32.96 million. Operations: The company's revenue is derived entirely from its oil and gas exploration activities, amounting to A$0.08 million. Market Cap: A$32.96M Helios Energy Limited, an onshore oil and gas exploration company, remains pre-revenue with recent sales of A$0.018 million. Despite having more cash than debt and reducing losses at 3.2% annually over five years, the company faces challenges with high volatility and unprofitability. Recent follow-on equity offerings totaling A$3.6 million aim to bolster its financial position amid a negative return on equity of -7.37%. The company's short-term assets cover long-term liabilities but fall short for short-term obligations, highlighting liquidity concerns despite new capital raised through private placements and convertible notes issuance. Navigate through the intricacies of Helios Energy with our comprehensive balance sheet health report here. Learn about Helios Energy's historical performance here. Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: K&S Corporation Limited operates in the transportation and logistics, warehousing, and fuel distribution sectors across Australia and New Zealand, with a market cap of A$484.45 million. Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from Australian Transport (A$553.12 million), Fuel (A$213.29 million), and New Zealand Transport (A$74.99 million). Market Cap: A$484.45M K&S Corporation Limited, with a market cap of A$484.45 million, operates in transportation and logistics across Australia and New Zealand. The company has demonstrated stable earnings growth of 25.5% annually over the past five years, though recent growth slowed to 2.8%. Its net debt to equity ratio is satisfactory at 12.7%, with debt well-covered by operating cash flow (86.7%). However, short-term assets (A$125.4M) do not cover long-term liabilities (A$183.9M). Recent announcements include a share buyback program and decreased dividend payouts, reflecting strategic financial management amid fluctuating revenue streams and modest profit margins of 3.9%. Jump into the full analysis health report here for a deeper understanding of K&S. Explore historical data to track K&S' performance over time in our past results report. Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★☆ Overview: Limited designs and develops cloud-based software platforms for the strata and facilities management industries across multiple regions, with a market cap of A$41.93 million. Operations: The company's revenue is derived from three main segments: Africa (A$0.09 million), Europe and Middle East (E/ME) (A$3.47 million), and Australia, New Zealand and Asia (APAC) (A$9.08 million). Market Cap: A$41.93M Limited, with a market cap of A$41.93 million, operates cloud-based software platforms across regions including APAC and E/ME. Despite being unprofitable, its revenue for the half-year ended December 31, 2024 was A$6.31 million, slightly down from the previous year. The company is debt-free and has a cash runway exceeding three years based on current free cash flow stability. However, short-term assets of A$5.7 million fall short of covering liabilities at A$7.3 million, posing liquidity challenges despite having an experienced board and stable weekly volatility at 10%. Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of stock in this financial health report. Gain insights into past trends and performance with our report on the company's historical track record. Dive into all 976 of the ASX Penny Stocks we have identified here. Searching for a Fresh Perspective? The end of cancer? These 21 emerging AI stocks are developing tech that will allow early idenification of life changing disesaes like cancer and Alzheimer's. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include ASX:HE8 ASX:KSC and ASX:UBN. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team@
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ASX Penny Stocks: Helios Energy And 2 Others To Monitor
The Australian market has been navigating uncertainty, with tariff concerns impacting performance and the ASX closing down 0.7%. Despite this, certain sectors like Utilities have shown resilience, highlighting the potential for strategic investment opportunities. Penny stocks, though an older term, continue to offer intriguing possibilities by representing smaller or newer companies that may provide growth at lower price points. By focusing on those with strong financials and solid fundamentals, investors can uncover hidden value in quality companies. Name Share Price Market Cap Financial Health Rating GTN (ASX:GTN) A$0.55 A$108.01M ★★★★★★ Regal Partners (ASX:RPL) A$3.10 A$1.04B ★★★★★★ EZZ Life Science Holdings (ASX:EZZ) A$1.715 A$80.9M ★★★★★★ IVE Group (ASX:IGL) A$2.33 A$360.89M ★★★★★☆ Bisalloy Steel Group (ASX:BIS) A$3.16 A$151.38M ★★★★★★ SHAPE Australia (ASX:SHA) A$2.93 A$242.43M ★★★★★★ GR Engineering Services (ASX:GNG) A$2.81 A$469.8M ★★★★★★ MotorCycle Holdings (ASX:MTO) A$1.99 A$146.87M ★★★★★★ CTI Logistics (ASX:CLX) A$1.755 A$136.91M ★★★★☆☆ Accent Group (ASX:AX1) A$1.895 A$1.07B ★★★★☆☆ Click here to see the full list of 1,011 stocks from our ASX Penny Stocks screener. Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener. Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Helios Energy Limited is an onshore oil and gas exploration company operating in the United States, with a market cap of A$44.27 million. Operations: The company generates revenue from its oil and gas exploration activities, amounting to A$0.14 million. Market Cap: A$44.27M Helios Energy Limited, with a market cap of A$44.27 million, is a pre-revenue company focused on oil and gas exploration in the U.S., generating minimal revenue of A$0.14 million. Recent strategic moves include the appointment of Mr. Edward J May as CFO and Mr. John Cathcart as Non-Executive Director, both bringing extensive industry experience which could strengthen financial oversight and strategic direction. Despite having more cash than total debt, Helios faces challenges with short-term liabilities exceeding assets and a volatile share price, but recent capital raised through convertible notes may provide some financial flexibility for future operations. Navigate through the intricacies of Helios Energy with our comprehensive balance sheet health report here. Explore historical data to track Helios Energy's performance over time in our past results report. Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: K&S Corporation Limited operates in transportation and logistics, warehousing, and fuel distribution across Australia and New Zealand with a market cap of A$504.97 million. Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from Australian Transport at A$553.12 million, Fuel at A$213.29 million, and New Zealand Transport at A$74.99 million. Market Cap: A$504.97M K&S Corporation Limited, with a market cap of A$504.97 million, shows mixed performance indicators typical of penny stocks. While its earnings have grown 25.5% annually over the past five years, recent results indicate a decline in sales and revenue compared to the previous year. The company's debt is well covered by operating cash flow, yet short-term assets do not cover long-term liabilities. Despite stable weekly volatility and no significant shareholder dilution recently, K&S's dividend yield is not fully supported by free cash flows, reflecting cautious optimism for potential investors in its logistics operations across Australia and New Zealand. Unlock comprehensive insights into our analysis of K&S stock in this financial health report. Review our historical performance report to gain insights into K&S' track record. Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★ Overview: Pengana Capital Group (ASX:PCG) is a publicly owned investment manager with a market capitalization of A$76.79 million. Operations: Pengana Capital Group does not report any specific revenue segments. Market Cap: A$76.79M Pengana Capital Group, with a market cap of A$76.79 million, has recently turned profitable, reporting half-year revenues of A$34.91 million and net income of A$3.5 million. The company has no debt, enhancing its financial stability and eliminating concerns over interest payments. Pengana's short-term assets significantly exceed both its short-term and long-term liabilities, indicating sound liquidity management. However, the return on equity remains low at 0.03%. The company announced a share buyback program to repurchase up to 10% of its shares by November 2025 and declared an ordinary dividend per share for the recent period ending December 2024. Dive into the specifics of Pengana Capital Group here with our thorough balance sheet health report. Assess Pengana Capital Group's future earnings estimates with our detailed growth reports. Click through to start exploring the rest of the 1,008 ASX Penny Stocks now. Already own these companies? Bring clarity to your investment decisions by linking up your portfolio with Simply Wall St, where you can monitor all the vital signs of your stocks effortlessly. Discover a world of investment opportunities with Simply Wall St's free app and access unparalleled stock analysis across all markets. Explore high-performing small cap companies that haven't yet garnered significant analyst attention. Jump on the AI train with fast growing tech companies forging a new era of innovation. Find companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below their fair value. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include ASX:HE8 ASX:KSC and ASX:PCG. Have feedback on this article? 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