Daily FNArena News - Australia

Premier Investments posted a strong first half result, underpinned substantially by the success of its fun stationery and accessories stores, Smiggle.

Myer’s first half results revealed some progress in its transformation strategy but brokers believe there are still challenges to be overcome.

CYBG plc, the former Clydesdale Bank division of National Australia Bank, hit the listings recently and brokers evaluate the outlook.

FNArena’s weekly update on short positions in the Australian share market.

FNArena provides a weekly update of Australian listed corporate bond issues, current pricing and yield data.

Brokers believe Australia’s banking sector is managing its risks well and find little to justify the prevailing negativity.

Both the banks and new brands are challenging the territory of traditional insurers, making dents in market share and pressuring margins.

Weekly Update on ASX-listed companies buying in their own stock.

The French government has made another reduction to tariffs for private hospitals where Ramsay Health Care operates a sizeable business in Generale de Sante.

FNArena’s weekly update on short positions in the Australian share market.