Daily FNArena News - Australia

Margins remain tight and Westpac has stuck to its aggressive cost reduction strategy, making the market wary

Superannuation fund fees are in decline in Australia, with retail funds closing the gap with their not-for-profit competitors. Industry expert Rainmaker thinks Australia might become the world’s best value superannuation system over the coming five years

GUD Holdings has acquired Vision X, a specialist vehicle lighting business, that will drive expansion across North America and Europe

Some market share is likely to stick with ResMed as Philips struggles to replace its recalled device. Yet will supply chain constraints limit the benefit?

Strong third quarter results from Life360 have analysts positive on the company’s outlook, with a strong subscriber base sustaining improving results

Card and BNPL transactions are expected to surge as travel resumes and borders re-open thus Humm Group expects a more than doubling of volumes over the medium term

a2 Milk has outlined a bold 5-year strategy and revenue target which require a meaningful recovery in its infant formula sales

Amid iron ore price volatility and a subdued outlook for China’s steel production, hopes are being pinned on the Mineral Resources lithium projects

Origin Energy has timed the sell down of its stake in APLNG with high energy prices, freeing up cash for future opportunities

Low interest margins and higher costs have dogged the banks so will the upcoming reporting season throw up any positive surprises?