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Previous Stories

Wizard Warns: This Could Get Ugly

Feb 22 2008 - Technicals

The S&P/ASX200 index continues to bounce off its key suppport level, but the Wizard warns this is likely to get ugly.


Is St George Bank Kidding Itself?

Feb 22 2008 - Australia

Brokers are pleased St George has piped up with some unsolicited disclosure given uncertainty in the sector at present. But no provisions against Centro, Allco or MFS at all?


Qantas: It’s Not The Result But The Outlook, Stupid!

Feb 22 2008 - Australia

Qantas more than doubled its interim profit but both Macquarie and Citi have downgraded the stock.


Don’t Expect OPEC To Change Output Next Month

Feb 22 2008 - Commodities

OPEC meets early in March to discuss the outlook for the oil market and Commonwealth Bank suggests the meeting is likely to find no change in output levels is required.


The Importance Of 5500

Feb 21 2008 - Technicals

You may have missed it (as it happened in the blink of an eye) but the index did again test support at 5500 on Thursday. Good news? Bad news? Here’s some expert feedback.


Wotif Small Caps Weren’t So Unpopular Right Now?

Feb 21 2008 - Australia

It’s hard being a high-PE, small cap internet stock in this market, even if your result does surprise everyone.


Interest In Imdex Continues To Grow

Feb 21 2008 - Australia

Austock Securities is the latest broker to initiate coverage on mining services company Imdex, rating the company as a Hold.


Playing Coal And Gas Upside

Feb 21 2008 - Australia

Centennial and Woodside have both performed well – too well for some brokers – but does the upside outweigh the valuations?


Is Corporate Express Now In Play?

Feb 21 2008 - Australia

Corporate Express’ Dutch parent has received a takeover offer and Citi and ABN Amro suggest the Australian operations may now be in play as a result.


Aussie Market To Breach Technical Support On Thursday?

Feb 20 2008 - FYI

The Australian share market seems poised to fall through technical suppport tomorrow.


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