ASX Market Close: Results season wraps as Index clocks a strong finish to the week | 30 August, 2024

The ASX200 closed up 0.58% at 8,091.9 points. The last day of the earning season saw a wide array of company’s release results.

The Calmer Co’s Anthony Noble reflects on record breaking FY24

The Calmer Co’s MD & CEO, Anthony Noble, highlights the company’s impressive financial performance for FY24.

ASX Market Update: Retail trade holds steady as Index rises | August 30, 2024

The ASX200 has been trading up around 0.4% at 8,076 points. Australian retail data was flat for July, maintaining a higher level of retail turnover. This was on the back of half a percent rises in both May and June.

 Week 35 Wrap: HotCopper’s top watched; ‘iron ore winter’ has started; Oz inflation @ 3.5% MoM; Harris fracking flip 

Earlier this month, Chinese steelmaker giant Baowu released commentary that saw iron ore prices drop when it declared a “long and harsh winter” ahead for iron ore miners

Consumer Staples Shine Amid Retail Slump – Key Stocks to Watch

The Consumer Staples sector's resilience across different market conditions makes it a compelling choice in a weaker economy.

Helix investor makes partial takeover bid, proposing board changes

A major investor in Helix Resources Ltd has offered to buy 25% of the company's shares, seeking to make changes to its board.

Tamboran kicks off Shenandoah South pilot project with SS-2H well spud

Tamboran (ASX:TBN) has spud the Shenandoah South 2H (SS-2H) well in permit EP 98, officially kicking off its Shenandoah South Pilot Project (SSPP) drilling program.

Vysarn acquires Waste Water Services Pty Ltd for $7.5M; WWS to become subsidiary as expansion continues

Wastewater industrial services player Vysarn (ASX:VYS) has announced its acquisition of competitor Waste Water Services Pty Ltd for $7.5M.

Consumers cautious according to Harvey Norman, as profit slumps 35% in FY24

Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd has reported its financial results for the 2024 fiscal year, reporting a fall in profit and sales.