Liontown Ltd (ASX: LTR) shares are pushing higher again on Tuesday morning.

At the time of writing, the lithium miner’s shares are up 2% to $1.55.

This means that the company’s shares are now up 18% week to date.

Why are Liontown shares pushing higher?

Investors have been bidding the company’s shares higher for a couple of reasons this week.

The first is the release of a bullish broker note out of UBS on Monday. Its analysts upgraded Liontown shares to a buy rating (from sell) with a vastly improved price target of $1.80 (from 80 cents).

UBS made the move after lifting its lithium price forecasts to reflect its belief that a supply deficit could be on the horizon.

Another reason that Liontown shares are lifting off this week is the release of an announcement this morning, which could be a big boost to its revenue in the near term.

Offtake agreement

This morning, Liontown revealed that it has executed an offtake agreement with Canmax for the supply of 150,000 wet metric tonnes (wmt) of spodumene concentrate per year over two years in 2027 and 2028.

The company advised that the pricing for this offtake agreement will be determined using a formula referencing spodumene concentrate indices.

It also notes that the agreement complements Liontown’s existing arrangements with its tier one customers and forms part of its approach to diversifying its customer base by geography and location on the battery value chain.

Canmax, which is listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in China, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of lithium-ion battery materials. This includes lithium hydroxide, lithium carbonate, and other products. It is a key customer of several Australian and International raw material producers.

Liontown’s Managing Director and CEO, Tony Ottaviano, was very pleased with the agreement with Canmax. Commenting on the news, he said:

We are pleased to execute an Offtake Agreement with Canmax, one of the world’s leading lithium chemicals companies. Their participation in our 2025 institutional placement signalled strong confidence in the long term potential of Kathleen Valley, and this Offtake Agreement reinforces their commitment. Securing sales linked to spodumene concentrate indices coupled with continuing our strategy of platform based spot sales ensures we realise fair value for the products we produce.

Following today’s move higher, Liontown shares are now up an impressive 35% since this time last month. Whereas the ASX 200 index is down approximately 2.7% over the same period.

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AI-infrastructure specialist, Nebius (NASDAQ: NBIS), has come out of nowhere in the past year, and its share price hasn’t exactly been sitting idle. After zipping more than 220% in 2025 alone, this company has been impossible to ignore in the AI space.

Meanwhile, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has surged 32% year-to-date, a far cry from its explosive run in the previous year.

What does Nebius do?

Nebius has taken a fairly unusual path to becoming a market favourite. After separating from its Russian roots last year and relisting on the Nasdaq, the company rebuilt itself in Amsterdam and went all-in on AI infrastructure.

Today, Nebius operates as a full-stack AI-cloud provider. It builds and runs large GPU-packed data centres and rents that computing power out to businesses. It also supplies the software, storage, and tools companies need to build, train, and scale AI models.

Is this the next Nvidia, or just another overhyped AI wonder kid?

In its latest quarter, Nebius brought in around US$146 million in revenue, which is more than 350% higher than a year ago.

The real turning point came when Nebius landed two high-profile customers. Microsoft signed a long-term contract that could be worth up to US$19.4 billion over five years, and Meta followed with its own deal, reportedly worth close to US$3 billion. For a company that barely registered with most investors not long ago, that’s a huge leap forward.

However, there are still challenges. Nebius is burning through cash to build more data centres and expand its GPU capacity, and the company is still operating at a loss. And unlike Nvidia, which designs the chips powering the AI boom, Nebius only rents the hardware, which means lower margins.

Even so, the momentum is hard to ignore. With the Nebius share price skyrocketing this year and demand for AI computing still exploding, the company has placed itself right in the middle of one of the fastest-growing areas of the tech market.

Foolish Takeaway

Nebius is shaping up as one of the more interesting companies in the AI arena. It is growing quickly, winning major contracts, and attracting attention for all the right reasons. But it is also early in its journey, still losing money and competing in a space dominated by the major 5 tech titans.

For investors who can handle a bit more risk, Nebius is one to keep an eye on. The potential is there, but it needs to prove a lot more before it earns any real comparison to Nvidia.

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Looking for outsized returns to supercharge your investment portfolio?

If you are, it could be worth checking out the two ASX 200 shares listed below that brokers are tipping to rise 30% to 40%.

Here’s what they are recommending to clients:

Catapult Sports Ltd (ASX: CAT)

The first ASX 200 share that could rise strongly from current levels is Catapult Sports. It is a global leader in sports technology, providing wearable performance trackers and video analytics to professional teams.

During the first half of FY 2026, Catapult delivered further strong growth, reporting a 19% jump in annualised contract value (ACV) to US$115.8 million. This was underpinned by ACV retention at 95% and growth in its pro team customer base of 12% to 3,878 teams.

This caught the eye of analysts at Morgans. The good news is that they believe this strong growth can continue and are “estimating a ~20% ACV 3-year CAGR, reaching ~US$180m by FY28.” The broker notes that Catapult has “expanded its service offering and opened up new key verticals assisting its penetration into a large addressable market of ~20k teams globally.”

In response, Morgans has put a buy rating and $6.25 price target on its shares. Based on its current share price of $4.71, this represents a return of 33% for investors between now and this time next year. This would turn a $10,000 investment into over $13,000 in a year if everything were to go to plan.

Pro Medicus Ltd (ASX: PME)

Pro Medicus continues to redefine what world-class software looks like inside the global healthcare system. It has spent years perfecting the Visage platform, which allows radiologists to work faster and more accurately by streaming medical images at lightning speed.

With the increasing global demand for medical imaging, the shift to cloud-based workflows, and ongoing staff shortages in radiology departments, Pro Medicus appears well positioned to continue its strong growth long into the future. This is especially the case if its expansion into other ologies is successful.

Morgan Stanley recently put an overweight rating and $350.00 price target on its shares. Based on its current share price of $246.67, this implies potential upside of over 40% for investors over the next 12 months.

To put that into context, a $10,000 investment would turn into approximately $14,000 by this time next year if Morgan Stanley is on the money with its recommendation.

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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Pro Medicus. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Catapult Sports. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Pro Medicus. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Catapult Sports. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Pro Medicus. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

The West African Resources Ltd (ASX: WAF) share price is in focus today after the company reported standout high-grade gold hits from its M5 North drilling campaign, including 16 metres at 11.2 grams per tonne gold and confirmation of mineralisation well below current ore reserves.

What did West African Resources report?

• Diamond drilling at M5 North, Sanbrado delivered 16m at 11.2g/t Au and 45m at 1.9g/t Au
• Gold mineralisation extends 300m+ below current ore reserves, remaining open at depth
• The M5 North drilling program is only half complete, with further drilling scheduled into 2026
• A cutback study of the M5 North open pit is planned for Q1 2026
• Current open pit reserves at the M5 deposit last estimated using US$1,400/oz gold
• Ongoing exploration underway at both M5 South Underground and Toega Underground targets

What else do investors need to know?

Diamond drilling results confirm strong potential to extend mine life at Sanbrado, with thick, high-grade gold intercepts found significantly below the current pit design. The mineralisation remains open at depth, suggesting further upside as the program continues.

A review of the M5 open pit reserves is pegged for next year, and the company highlights peak gold production of 569,000 ounces is expected in 2029 as part of its 10-year plan. West African Resources holds unhedged resources of 12.2 million gold ounces and ore reserves of 6.5 million ounces.

Exploration momentum remains high, with drilling underway at other key prospects, and further studies—such as geotechnical and metallurgical—progressing in parallel.

What’s next for West African Resources?

Investors can look forward to ongoing drilling results from M5 North into 2026, with a focus on infill work to support reserve and resource updates. The company is also preparing an open-pit cutback assessment, flagging the potential to extend Sanbrado’s mine life materially.

A refreshed 10-year production plan and updated resource and reserve statement are slated for release in the June 2026 quarter, which could further shape the company’s growth outlook.

West African Resources share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, West African Resources shares have risen 71%, outperforming the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen around 2% over the same period.

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Do you have space in your portfolio for some new additions? If you do, then it could pay to listen to what analysts are saying about the ASX shares named below, courtesy of The Bull.

Here’s what they are recommending as buys:

Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd (ASX: HVN)

Sanlam Private Wealth thinks that investors should be buying retail giant Harvey Norman.

It likes the company’s exposure to artificial intelligence-related products and improvements in consumer sentiment at this very important time of the year. It said:

Improving consumer sentiment favours this retail giant leading into the usually strong Christmas trading period. Electronics and furniture are expected to perform well, particularly in artificial intelligence-related products amid strong interest in the latest iPhone. HVN’s franchising operations are enjoying robust pre-tax margins as costs remain well contained compared to last year. Aggregate sales for Australian franchisees increased 6.5 per cent between July 1 and November 20, 2025, when compared to the prior corresponding period.

Ramsay Health Care Ltd (ASX: RHC)

Over at Family Financial Solutions, it thinks that private hospital operator Ramsay Health Care could be an ASX share to buy.

It highlights that its shares trade at a deep discount to what it believes is fair value. Its analysts said:

Ramsay is one of Australia’s largest private hospital operators. Strong fundamentals and margin recovery support long term growth. In Australia, RHC reported revenue growth of 6.5 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the prior corresponding period. Earnings before interest and tax rose 5.8 per cent. RHC expects EBIT growth in full year 2026. Ramsay’s shares remain undervalued relative to our fair value estimate of $54, as we expect profitability to improve through higher indexation, digital efficiencies and easing wage pressures. The shares were trading at $37.23 on December 4.

Tyro Payments Ltd (ASX: TYR)

Family Financial Solutions also thinks that payments company Tyro could be an ASX share to buy.

As with Ramsay, it feels that Tyro Payments shares are significantly undervalued at current levels. It explains:

Tyro provides electronic payment solutions and banking services to Australian businesses. The company reaffirmed fiscal 2026 guidance for normalised gross profit of between $230 million and $240 million and an EBITDA margin of between 28.5 per cent and 30 per cent. Tyro is launching a new banking platform to boost merchant adoption. Tyro’s modern technology and strong performance support growth. Shares remain below our fair value estimate of $1.30, so we recommend accumulating the stock. The shares were trading at $1.037 on December 4.

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As the year winds down, it’s worth looking into sectors and companies that have underperformed in 2025. One story that stands out is the underperformance of ASX technology stocks. 

The S&P/ASX 200 Information Technology Index (ASX: XIJ) is down more than 20% over the last year. 

In fact, the index is down 22% in just the last two months. 

Although this is disappointing for holders of tech stocks, the sector is known for some volatility.

After all, tech stocks operate at the cutting edge of their fields, and many are considered high-risk, high-reward investments. 

However, technology is also an exciting space that offers upside and gives exposure to emerging trends. 

These companies can be engaged in megatrends like social media, artificial intelligence (AI), smartphones, blockchain, software as a service (SaaS), the Internet of Things (IoT), streaming media services, and more.

But after such a rapid decline, it could be a buy-low opportunity. 

What technology stocks have fallen the most?

In the last 12 months, there have been several large technology companies that have seen sharp share price declines. 

WiseTech Global (ASX: WTC) is a provider of logistics software that aims to improve the world’s supply chains.

It is the largest IT company by market cap on the ASX. 

Its share price is down more than 43% over the last year. 

The Motley Fool’s James Mickleboro reported yesterday that the team at Morgans now rates this stock as a buy with a $112.50 price target. 

That’s 52.28% higher than yesterday’s closing price. 

Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO), the second largest technology stock by market capitalisation on the ASX, is down 33% over the last year. 

The company offers cloud-based accounting software for small to medium businesses.

Macquarie recently put an outperform rating and $230.30 price target on Xero shares. 

This indicates an upside of nearly 95%. 

Finally, NEXTDC Ltd (ASX: NXT) shares have fallen approximately 13% in the last 12 months. 

The company operates data centres in Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.

Ord Minnett recently retained its buy rating on this data centre operator’s shares with an improved price target of $20.50.

That indicates an upside of roughly 45%. 

Target these at once with this ETF

For investors who are more focused on a tech rebound in general, but not on a specific stock, another option is to invest in a thematic ETF. 

The Betashares S&P ASX Australian Technology ETF (ASX: ATEC) provides exposure to leading ASX-listed companies in a range of tech-related market segments such as information technology, consumer electronics, online retail, and medical technology.

It has a 6% to 9% weighted holding in the three tech stocks listed above. 

The fund is made up of 45 Australian technology companies in total. 

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The Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Ltd (ASX: DBI) share price is in focus today after the company secured $1.07 billion refinancing, delivering a lower average debt margin and aiming to save approximately $75 million in interest costs through to 2030.

What did Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure report?

• Secured $1.07 billion of new loan facilities via subsidiary Dalrymple Bay Finance Pty Ltd
• A$820 million in revolving credit facilities over 3- and 5-year terms from a broader range of lenders
• A$250 million, 2-year term facility arranged with three key relationship banks
• Weighted average margin on new facilities is 1.56% (down from 3.26% previously)
• Approximately $75 million of projected interest cost savings through to 2030
• Maintained investment grade credit rating and compliance with debt covenants

What else do investors need to know?

The refinancing package allowed DBI to fully repay its 2020 USPP Note Series and existing revolving credit lines, reducing reliance on older, more expensive, and less flexible debt. The new facilities also offer enough headroom to support ongoing capital projects, such as DBI’s NECAP expansion program.

By locking in lower margins across its drawn debt and expanding its lender group, DBI has improved its balance sheet flexibility and positioned itself to accommodate future funding needs at a lower cost.

What did Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure management say?

Michael Riches, CEO and Managing Director said:

This refinance is strongly cashflow accretive to DBI and reaching financial close on these new facilities was a key part of our capital allocation review process. DBI was able to take advantage of the highly competitive current pricing in the debt markets and its improved credit position to repay higher cost and less flexible debt.

DBI maintains substantial debt capacity to fund its committed NECAP projects, now at a significantly lower cost and this refinance creates greater flexibility and options as DBI considers further capital management opportunities. DBI will continue to proactively assess alternative financing options and markets to improve its balance sheet and enhance returns to shareholders.

What’s next for Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure?

DBI says the average tenor of its drawn debt now sits at 6.32 years, only slightly lower than before, and expects to keep refinancing facilities over time as market conditions allow. The company remains fully hedged on foreign currency exposure and about 85% hedged on its drawn debt base rates.

With expanded lender relationships and lower interest expenses, DBI plans to keep investing in its Dalrymple Bay Terminal and supporting NECAP projects to deliver value to security holders through steady cash flows and future growth.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure shares have risen 29%, outperforming the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen around 2% over the same period.

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