Banks

ANZ played right into the market’s hands yesterday with an increased dividend but is the market’s response justified? And what might the implication be for the other big banks, yet to report?

The Chartist suggests the CBA experience adds weight to the chance of further upside for ANZ Bank shares.

Three of the major banks deliver half year reports over the next few weeks and brokers take a peek at what to expect.

FNArena’s Treasure Chest reports on money making ideas from stockbrokers and other experts. Want to earn 8.3% over thirteen months plus full franking on top? The bank triple-dividend trick is an oldie but a goodie.

FNArena’s Treasure Chest reports on money making ideas from stockbrokers and other experts. Strength in Australian bank stocks in the lead-up to ex-dividend dates is not as excessive as it used to be for all banks.

Economists, analysts and brokers agree, 2013 is shaping up as a “modest” year for growth in Australia.

Brokers have given Bank of Queensland’s acquisition plans for Virgin Money a cool reception but they acknowledge there is potential for leverage, particularly online.

Jonathan Barratt of Barratt’s Bulletin suggests more downside for copper may only be a precursor to a return to strength.

Analysts find the outlook for diversified miners constrained by softening metal prices, particularly copper, gold and silver.

Are the bankers saving for a rainy day? Brokers analyse why all is so subdued in the banking world.