Gaming

Earnings outlook is mixed but generally positive and there’s plenty of catalysts for gaming this year, according to brokers.

Analysts forecast advertising spending will improve in 2013, but the relentless shift to online means some Australian media stocks will benefit an others will suffer.

Brokers look at the upcoming earnings season and find potential for disappointment. Still, there are some that could deliver positive surprises.

A wrap of the day’s activity on the Australian stock market.

Aristocrat delivered better than epected full year earnings and with momentum improving and potential for capital management a number of brokers continue to see upside in the stock.

A wrap of the day’s activity on the Australian stock market.

AGM commentary from Crown included better than expected trading results for the year to date, supporting the view of most brokers there remains value at current levels.

Weekly update on recommendation, target price, and earnings forecast changes.

Crown delivered a solid earnings result despite some margin pressures and growth potential from future developments see Buy ratings dominate for the stock.

Earnings for Tabcorp were solid but as the company enters a transition phase brokers have downgraded ratings to reflect limited potential for share price outperformance.