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  • Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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    The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) and many ASX shares endured a volatile, but ultimately negative start to the trading week this Monday. After opening in the red this morning, the ASX 200 did spend some time in green territory during intra-day trading, but couldn’t quite hold on. By the time the markets closed, the index had lost 0.15% and finished up at a flat 8,831 points.

    This bouncy start to the week’s trading for Australian investors followed a mixed end to the American trading week on Friday night (our time).

    The Dow Jones Industrial Average Index (DJX: .DJI) had a strong showing, rising a confident 1.14%. 

    However, the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index (NASDAQ: .IXIC) was far more pessimistic, dropping 0.8%

    But let’s get back to this week and our local markets now for a checkup on how the different ASX sectors handled today’s rough trading conditions.

    Winners and losers

    There were a few sectors that escaped today’s session intact.

    But first, it was utilities stocks that suffered the most. The S&P/ASX 200 Utilities Index (ASX: XUJ) saw its value cut by 0.79% this Monday.

    Mining shares were also in the firing line, with the S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ) tanking 0.63%.

    Consumer staples stocks were no safe haven. The S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Staples Index (ASX: XSJ) plunged 0.6% lower. 

    Nor were gold shares, illustrated by the All Ordinaries Gold Index (ASX: XGD)’s 0.57% dive.

    Financial stocks had a rough one, too. The S&P/ASX 200 Financials Index (ASX: XFJ) retreated 0.33% today.

    Industrial shares weren’t spared either, with the S&P/ASX 200 Industrials Index (ASX: XNJ) sinking 0.18%.

    That’s it for the red sectors, though, so let’s check out the winners.

    Leading said winners were healthcare stocks. The S&P/ASX 200 Healthcare Index (ASX: XHJ) roared 1.5% higher over today’s trading.

    Tech shares also ran hot, as you can see by the S&P/ASX 200 Information Technology Index (ASX: XIJ)’s 0.93% jump.

    Energy stocks were in demand too. The S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ) bounced 0.45% higher.

    Next came consumer discretionary shares, with the S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Discretionary Index (ASX: XDJ) lifting 0.42%.

    Real estate investment trusts (REITs) escaped the selling as well. The S&P/ASX 200 A-REIT Index (ASX: XPJ) advanced 0.2% this Monday.

    Finally, communications stocks came down on the right side of the ledger, evident by the S&P/ASX 200 Communication Services Index (ASX: XTJ)’s 0.19% improvement.

    Top 10 ASX 200 shares countdown

    Today’s convincing index winner was gold miner Vault Minerals Ltd (ASX: VAU). Vault shares rocketed 11.62% higher today to close at $5.09 each.  

    This significant jump followed the news that Vault had received an improved merger proposal from Genesis Minerals Ltd (ASX: GMD), valuing the company at approximately $5.27 a share.

    Here’s the rest of today’s best: 

    ASX-listed company Share price Price change
    Vault Minerals Ltd (ASX: VAU) $5.09 11.62%
    WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) $35.37 7.31%
    DroneShield Ltd (ASX: DRO) $2.52 4.56%
    Bellevue Gold Ltd (ASX: BGL) $1.38 3.38%
    Telix Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: TLX) $17.38 2.96%
    Hub24 Ltd (ASX: HUB) $83.36 2.86%
    Cochlear Ltd (ASX: COH) $127.86 2.32%
    PEXA Group Ltd (ASX: PXA) $8.73 2.22%
    ASX Ltd (ASX: ASX) $52.59 2.08%
    Light & Wonder Inc (ASX: LNW) $108.75 1.99%

    Our top 10 shares countdown is a recurring end-of-day summary that shows which companies made big moves on the day. Check in at Fool.com.au after the weekday market closes to see which stocks make the countdown.

     

     

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Vault Minerals right now?

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    Motley Fool contributor Sebastian Bowen has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Cochlear, DroneShield, Hub24, Light & Wonder Inc, PEXA Group, Telix Pharmaceuticals, and WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended PEXA Group and WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Cochlear, Hub24, Light & Wonder Inc, and Telix Pharmaceuticals. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

  • Buying IAG shares? Here’s the dividend yield you’ll get today?

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    Although ASX investors love to buy financial stocks if they are seeking dividend income, most often start and stop with the ASX banks. Whilst the banks are indeed lucrative sources of passive dividend income, there are many other financial stocks that are popular too. Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX: IAG) shares are a great example. 

    IAG, the insurance company behind popular insurance brands like NRMA, has been listed on the ASX for decades. Over its ASX life, it has built up a solid reputation as a reliable income stock. Heck, even Warren Buffett invested in IAG a few years ago.

    IAG shares have enjoyed a happy few months, currently up more than 20% since March. However, the company is also down by about 5% over the past year. 

    But let’s dive into just how much IAG shares are offering investors who are searching for dividends today.

    IAG shares: How’s that dividend yield looking?

    At the time of writing, IAG shares are trading at $8.08 each, down 0.49% for the day thus far. At this price, the insurance stock is trading on a trailing dividend yield of 3.84%.

    That comes from IAG’s last two dividend payments. The first of those was the final dividend, worth 19 cents per share, that investors received last September. The second, the interim dividend from March, was worth 12 cents per share. Both payments came partially franked, at 40% and 25% respectively.

    That 12-month total of 31 cents per share gives IAG that 3.84% yield at current pricing. 

    However, this yield doesn’t mean investors are guaranteed a 3.84% yield going forward. Like all trailing dividend yields, it only reflects what investors have already received in income, not what they might get going forward. We can’t know for sure what kind of dividends IAG will pay out over the next 12 months until the company reveals them. Insurance stocks do tend to be a bit more unpredictable than the average ASX dividend share, too, given the unpredictable nature of their business models. 

    In some comfort to IAG investors, though, some ASX brokers are eyeing off IAG at the current price. As my Fool colleague covered late last month, brokers at investment bank Goldman Sachs have recently given IAG shares a ‘buy’ rating, together with a 12-month share price target of $8.60. That would see some decent upside for investors if accurate. But we shall have to wait and see what IAG pulls out of its hat over the rest of the year. 

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Insurance Australia Group right now?

    Before you buy Insurance Australia Group shares, consider this:

    Motley Fool investing expert Scott Phillips just revealed what he believes are the 5 best stocks for investors to buy right now… and Insurance Australia Group wasn’t one of them.

    The online investing service he’s run for over a decade, Motley Fool Share Advisor, has provided thousands of paying members with stock picks that have doubled, tripled or even more.*

    And right now, Scott thinks there are 5 stocks that may be better buys…

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    Motley Fool contributor Sebastian Bowen has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Goldman Sachs Group. The Motley Fool Australia has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

  • Judo Bank shares rise despite Morgan Stanley price target cut

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    Judo Capital Holdings Ltd (ASX: JDO) shares are higher on Monday, but the bounce follows a brutal month for shareholders. 

    At the time of writing, the Judo share price is up 2.27% to 90 cents. 

    Despite the small lift today, the ASX bank stock is still down roughly 37% over the past month and almost 50% in 2026. 

    That follows a massive 40% plunge on 25 June after Judo updated the market on its asset quality and trading performance. 

    So, why is the stock getting attention again today?

    Morgan Stanley wants more answers

    According to The Australian, Morgan Stanley analysts have cut their target price on Judo by around 32% to $1.25.

    The broker said Judo’s June update hurt confidence in its near-term earnings outlook. 

    It also raised questions about its risk appetite, lending standards, broker use, and early risk detection.

    Morgan Stanley lowered its earnings per share (EPS) forecasts for Judo by 10% to 22% across FY26 to FY28.

    The broker is now forecasting FY27 profit before tax of around $179 million. That is well below Judo’s own FY27 guidance range of $210 million to $220 million. 

    The analysts also want more disclosure around Judo’s loan book, particularly its loans to property operators and construction.

    The report pointed to $2.7 billion of loans to property operators and $1 billion to construction.

    What spooked the market in June

    Judo’s update last month showed FY26 cost of risk is now expected to be between $116 million and $122 million.

    The company said this was mainly due to higher specific provisions for 3 customer exposures.

    FY26 profit before tax is expected to be between $163 million and $169 million, which still represents 30% growth from FY25.

    Judo also said it remains on track for its existing FY26 guidance for gross loans and advances, net interest margin, and cost-to-income ratio. 

    However, the profit growth isn’t the main issue right now. The focus is on whether the bad loans are isolated.

    Keep in mind that Judo is a specialist business lender, not a major retail bank. Its model is built around lending to small and medium-sized businesses, often through relationship bankers.

    Hence, when credit quality starts to slip, questions naturally turn to the rest of the book.

    Foolish Takeaway

    Today’s rise looks more like bargain hunting than a proper recovery. 

    The share price has bounced from its recent lows, but Judo still needs to show these credit issues are under control.

    The FY26 results in August should give investors a clearer view of the loan book, provisions, margins, and whether management can rebuild confidence. 

    Until then, Judo shares may keep getting some support from bargain hunters after the heavy sell-off.

    But don’t expect the share price to rally to previous levels just yet. 

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Judo Capital right now?

    Before you buy Judo Capital shares, consider this:

    Motley Fool investing expert Scott Phillips just revealed what he believes are the 5 best stocks for investors to buy right now… and Judo Capital wasn’t one of them.

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