The All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO) is up 0.3% today, with ASX All Ords gold share Wia Gold Ltd (ASX: WIA) trading just about flat.

Shares in the African focused gold miner closed yesterday trading for 47 cents. In morning trade on Thursday, shares are changing hands for, well, 47 cents apiece.

This leaves the Wia Gold share price up a stellar 291.7% since this time last year, smashing the 12-month 8.1% gains posted by the benchmark index.

Part of that meteoric rise has been driven by the surging gold price. One ounce of gold is currently trading for US$4,627. This puts the gold price up 72% over 12 months.

Investors have also been bidding up the ASX All Ords gold share amid the promising growth potential at its Namibian and Cote d’Ivoire projects, including its Kokoseb gold discovery in Namibia.

Here’s what’s happening today.

ASX All Ords gold share under new leadership

The Wia Gold share price is stable at time of writing after the miner announced the appointment of Henk Diederichs as managing director and CEO. He will take over the reins on 1 February.

Diederichs is an engineer with more than 20 years of experience in the mining industry and has worked across various African jurisdictions. He is currently the chief operating officer of ASX All Ords gold share Predictive Discovery Ltd (ASX: PDI).

Predictive Discovery is advancing its Bankan Gold Project, located in Guinea, where Diederichs was said to have played a “pivotal role” in progressing Bankan through its Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS).

Prior to this, Diederichs served as the CEO of OreCorp Limited, helping drive the advancement of the Nyanzaga Gold Project, located in Tanzania. OreCorp was acquired by Perseus Mining Ltd (ASX: PRU) in April 2024.

What did management say?

Commenting on the leadership shakeup for the ASX All Ords gold share, Wia Gold chairman Josef El-Raghy said:

His appointment marks a milestone for the company as we accelerate Wia’s transition from exploration to development, by progressing Kokoseb through the Definitive Feasibility Study phase, following the completion of the Scoping Study in September 2025.

Henk brings extensive leadership experience and a proven track record in successfully advancing resource projects through feasibility, development and into production, particularly across Africa.

Incoming managing director and CEO Diederichs said, “I am excited to lead the development and construction of Kokoseb, one of Africa’s most promising and robust gold mining projects.”

Diederichs added:

With the significant progress achieved to date and key milestones ahead, including the completion of the DFS and securing the necessary permits to bring Kokoseb into production, I look forward to building a strong development and operations team in Namibia to deliver a highly value accretive project that benefits all our stakeholders.

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Shares in logistics software company Wisetech Ltd (ASX: WTC) have been relatively out of favour in recent times, and remain trading not far off their 12-month lows.

However, the consensus seems to be that the only way is up, with 12 of the 14 analysts surveyed by Tradingview having a strong buy recommendation on the stock, and two having it as a hold.

The price targets are all above the current share price of $67.43, ranging from $74.08 to a very bullish $177.09.

Share price upside likely

The team at Jarden have this week put out a research note on the stock, and they’re also predicting share price upside, with their $74 price target implying a 10% total return, including Wisetech’s very modest dividend yield.

The Jarden team said Wisetech is reporting its half-year results on February 25, and the company has a history of surprising the market both positively and negatively.

They expect new contract wins and a faster rollout of the company’s CargoWise product to be a surprise to the upside.

The Jarden team went on to say:

For FY26, we see potential upside if execution of the new commercial model drives a higher-than-expected revenue uplift with limited churn, as well as if Wisetech can successfully roll out new products including Container Transport Optimisation. We also believe Wisetech’s operating cost guidance may be conservative

Possible downsides include higher customer churn as a result of a move to the company’s CargoWise Value Pack product, “as well as consolidation of systems within large global freight forwarders to non-CargoWise based software also present downside risk to Wisetech’s FY26 guidance”.

The Jarden team is expecting the first half underlying EBITDA to come in at US$274 million, up 41% on the previous corresponding period, with revenue up 70% to US$649 million.

Other risks to the company’s results include a reduction in global shipping volumes, with volumes into the US softening in the first half, Jarden said.

Another longer-term key risk for the company could be artificial intelligence, the Jarden team said:

The extent to which AI might benefit or disrupt WiseTech. For instance, AI could enable customers to use WiseTech’s capabilities more efficiently in combination with its unique data assets, or could AI-driven solutions disrupt WiseTech?

Wisetech was valued at $22.65 billion at the close of trade on Wednesday.

The company’s shares have traded between $61.49 and $130.50 over the past year.

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Building a reliable income portfolio does not require complex strategies or constant trading.

For do-it-yourself (DIY) investors, the key is to focus on businesses and funds that generate steady cash flows, operate in resilient industries, and have a track record of paying dividends through different market conditions.

Starting with $50,000 gives you enough flexibility to diversify your income sources while still keeping the portfolio simple and manageable.

Here is how I would think about building a stable income portfolio from that starting point.

Start with dependable core income

Every income portfolio needs a foundation. This is where established Australian shares with predictable earnings can play an important role. Businesses tied to everyday spending or essential services tend to hold up better when economic conditions soften, which helps support consistent dividends.

Examples include supermarket operators like Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW), telecommunications providers such as Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS), and defensive operators like Lottery Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLC) and HomeCo Daily Needs REIT (ASX: HDN). These types of companies are not usually the fastest growers, but their cash flows are often more predictable, which is exactly what an income-focused portfolio needs.

Allocating a meaningful portion of the $50,000 to these kinds of businesses can help establish a stable base of dividends from day one.

Add diversified income through ETFs

Exchange traded funds (ETFs) can make income investing simpler and more diversified.

Australian income ETFs provide exposure to a basket of dividend-paying companies, reducing reliance on any single stock. Funds such as Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (ASX: VHY) can be useful for spreading risk while maintaining an attractive income profile.

Including an income-focused ETF alongside individual shares helps smooth dividend payments over time and reduces the impact if one company cuts or suspends its dividend.

Balance income with sustainability

One of the biggest mistakes income investors make is chasing yield at all costs.

A stable income portfolio should prioritise dividends that are supported by earnings and cash flow, not those that look attractive but may be difficult to maintain. Companies with moderate payout ratios, strong balance sheets, and disciplined capital management are more likely to deliver income consistently over many years.

This is especially important for DIY investors who want a portfolio they can largely leave alone without worrying about frequent dividend shocks.

Foolish takeaway

Starting with $50,000 gives DIY investors a strong base to build a stable income portfolio.

By focusing on dependable businesses, using income ETFs for diversification, and prioritising sustainability over big yields, it is possible to create an income stream that can last through market cycles. Over time, consistency and discipline tend to matter far more than chasing the highest yield on offer.

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Three widely held ASX media shares, News Corp (ASX:NWS), REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA), and Nine Entertainment Co Holdings (ASX: NEC), are trading near their 52-week lows as investor confidence in the sector weakens.

Over the past six months, the prices of the three ASX 200 media shares have tumbled between 15% and 30%. The sell-off reflects a mix of structural pressures, regulatory scrutiny, and shifting sentiment, rather than a single common trigger.

However, most analysts see upside for the media stocks. Let’s find out who they see as the winner.

News Corp

News Corp remains one of the world’s most influential media companies. The heavyweight ASX media share owns mastheads such as The Wall Street Journal and The Australian, alongside book publisher HarperCollins and digital platforms like Dow Jones.

The company’s strength lies in its premium content and subscription-led model. Paid digital news and data services have helped insulate News Corp from the worst of the advertising downturn. Its global reach and political influence also give it a unique position in public debate and policymaking.

But weaknesses persist. Traditional print remains in structural decline, and the business is still exposed to cyclical advertising markets. News Corp also faces ongoing reputational, regulatory scrutiny, and past political and governance controversies.

Strategically, News Corp is betting that trusted journalism, data-driven services, and digital marketplaces can offset legacy declines. In a fragmented media landscape, scale and trust remain News Corp’s biggest assets and its biggest tests.

The ASX media share trades at $45.77 per share at the time of writing, having lost 15% of its value in the past 6 months. Most analysts see News Corp as a buy. Their average 12-month price target is $57.38, which implies a 25% upside.   

REA Group

REA Group’s decline in 2025 has been driven more by growth concerns than by any clear deterioration in its business. The ASX media share continues to dominate Australia’s online property market through realestate.com.au, retaining strong pricing power and delivering earnings growth.

Even though the share price has fallen, REA’s latest results show the business continues to grow. In the first quarter of FY26, revenue rose about 4% year on year, while profit increased roughly 5%, supported by resilient demand across its core markets.

However, caution has crept in. A fall in new national property listings has raised questions about near-term momentum, while an ACCC investigation into REA’s pricing practices, launched in May, has added regulatory uncertainty.

Even so, analysts remain largely constructive. Macquarie rates the stock neutral with a $220 price target, while UBS sees stronger upside with a $255 target. On average, broker forecasts still point to 32% upside over the next 12 months.

Nine Entertainment

Nine’s share price fall has been steeper, and not entirely for operational reasons. In May, the company sold its 60% stake in Domain and returned capital via a special dividend. When the stock went ex-dividend in September, the share price dropped 34% to reflect that payout.

Beyond the technical impact, the ASX 200 media share faces genuine challenges. The business remains heavily exposed to free-to-air television, a segment under pressure from softer advertising markets. Brokers have responded by trimming 2026 revenue forecasts from about $2.7 billion to closer to $2.3 billion.

The focus now shifts to execution. Nine must stabilise earnings from traditional media while accelerating growth across digital assets such as Stan.

Most brokers continue to rate the media stock a buy following its sharp decline. The average 12-month price target sits at $1.31, suggesting potential upside of about 16%.

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The analyst team at Jarden has reviewed the junior telcos listed on the ASX before they deliver their first-half results and has come up with a recommendation for which one they prefer in an increasingly competitive market.

Both Aussie Broadband Ltd (ASX: ABB) and Superloop Ltd (ASX: SLC) will face increasing competitive pressure from Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS), the Jarden team says, with Telstra “unbundling modems and collapsing visible price premiums, though we see asymmetric risk/reward profiles between the two challengers”.

Tough market conditions

The Jarden team said in their research note to clients this week that there has been a contraction in the telco market since the end of FY25, and this “reflects implicit negative earnings expectations that we believe create potential for significant volatility on result day”.

They went on to say:

We expect Superloop is better positioned to beat these lowered market expectations. Reflecting this view, we are downgrading Aussie Broadband to neutral from overweight with a reduced target price of $5.25 (from $5.80), while maintaining our buy rating on Superloop with an adjusted target price of $3.25 (from $3.40).

Should Superloop achieve that price target, it would be a 33.2% return from current levels.

Jarden has reduced its earnings per share expectations for Superloop by 10% for FY26, but says “this reflects the law of small numbers rather than fundamental deterioration”.

They went on to say:

We expect consumer gross margins to outperform expectations despite competitive intensity, with pricing discipline remaining intact.

In Superloop’s wholesale business, Jarden said Origin Energy Ltd (ASX: ORG), which on-sells Superloop products under its own brand, materially increased promotional activity late in the first half, “positioning the company for stronger second half 2026 subscriber growth as marketing spend is deployed”.

The Jarden team said Superloop’s Smart Communities business also remained underappreciated by the market.

Challenges ahead for Aussie

Should the Aussie Broadband share price hit the Jarden price target, it would constitute an 8.3% return from current levels.

The Jarden team said their main concern for this business going forward was residential growth challenges.

More broadly, we see mounting structural headwinds as larger base management effects combine with direct exposure to Telstra’s entry into the BYO segment, likely limiting Aussie Broadband’s growth runway.  Additionally (now confirmed by Aussie broadband), Symbio faces significant margin pressure from ACCC mandated voice interconnection rate cuts that will see a 70% reduction from 86c/min to 26c/min, creating approximately $9m in EBITDA headwinds by FY29.

Symbio is a division of Aussie Broadband that specialises in hosting phone services for large businesses.

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Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN) shares have been very strong performers over the past six months.

During this time, the mining and mining services company’s shares have rallied over 120% higher.

This has been driven by a combination of positive company developments, balance sheet deleveraging, and rising lithium prices.

Can its shares keep rising? Let’s see what analysts at Bell Potter are saying about the company.

What is the broker saying?

Bell Potter has been looking at the ASX mining stock ahead of the release of its quarterly update this month. It is expecting a slight quarter on quarter dip in iron ore production with an equally slight increase in costs,. Relatively stable spodumene concentrate production is also on the cards. It said:

In the December 2025 quarter, we expect Onslow iron ore production of around 8.1Mt at unit costs of A$58/t FOB, following strong September 2025 quarter production of 8.4Mt at A$54/t FOB. Pilbara Hub price realisations will fall, with higher Iron Valley volumes ahead of Lamb Creek ramp-up in Q3 FY26. We expect spodumene concentrate production to remain steady and unit costs to trend higher throughout FY26 as mining moves into higher strip areas at Wodgina and Mt Marion.

Where next for Mineral Resources shares?

Thanks to its improving balance sheet and exposure to rising lithium prices, Bell Potter sees value in Mineral Resources shares at current levels.

According to the note, the broker has retained its buy rating on its shares with an improved price target of $68.00 (from $59.00). Based on its current share price of $61.34, this implies potential upside of 11% for investors over the next 12 months.

No dividends are expected in the forecast period.

Commenting on its buy recommendation, the broker said:

EPS changes as a result of these upgrades are: +39% in FY26; +95% in FY27; and +67% in FY28. Our MIN valuation is now $68.00/sh (previously $59.00/sh). Completion of the $1.2b MIN-POSCO lithium transaction will accelerate balance sheet deleveraging paired with higher cash flows from the ramp-up of Onslow iron ore sales. MIN is positioned to benefit from a recovery in lithium markets, holding around 338ktpa (SC6 attributable, pre-POSCO deal completion) of offline spodumene production capacity. MIN’s mining services platform delivers a stable earnings stream that is expected to expand with internal and third-party volume growth.

Overall, Bell Potter doesn’t appear to believe it is too late to invest in this miner if you are looking for lithium exposure.

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Endeavour Group Ltd (ASX: EDV) shares could be good value for income investors after falling 17% from their highs.

That’s the view of analysts at Bell Potter, who are feeling relatively upbeat on the ASX 200 stock.

What is the broker saying about this ASX 200 stock?

Bell Potter notes that the Dan Murphy’s and BWS owner released a trading update this week. And while that update revealed profits below expectations, the broker was pleased to see improvements in its sales. It said:

EDV has provided a trading update for 1H26e. EDV expects to report Group EBIT of between $555-566m, down 5.9% at the midpoint and a 5.6%/7.1% miss on VA consensus and BPe, respectively. The weaker than expected result reflected a lower Retail gross profit margin (85bps lower vs. 1H25a) which was only partially offset by improving Retail sales momentum.

With increased promotional activity and cycling of supply chain impacted comps, Retail sales momentum improved in 2Q26 with Dan Murphy’s and BWS sales growing 2.2% YoY.

Pricing reset

The broker also highlights that the ASX 200 stock’s sales growth was underpinned by a pricing reset to reinforce its customer value proposition. It believes this will support top line growth, though it will mean consensus downgrades to margins. It adds:

This pricing reset will likely see heavy consensus downgrades in FY26e and beyond. EDV implemented the changes to reinforce its customer value proposition across both of its brands, in hopes of reigniting top-line growth. We believe a sharpening focus on bringing value to customers leans into EDV’s competitive advantage and are thus supportive of the strategy, however, we would like to see management articulate its planned execution before upgrading our sales forecasts.

Time to buy

According to the note, the broker has retained its buy rating on the ASX 200 stock with a trimmed price target of $4.00 (from $4.30). Based on its current share price of $3.78, this implies potential upside of 6% for investors.

In addition, it is forecasting dividends of 15 cents per share in FY 2026 and then 19 cents per share in FY 2027. This represents 4% and 5% dividend yields, respectively.

This boosts the total potential return on offer with this ASX 200 stock to approximately 10%.

Commenting on its buy recommendation, Bell Potter said:

We retain our Buy rating and lower our TP to $4.00. With a key negative catalyst now digested by the market (Retail gross margin reset), we can now look ahead to the strategy refresh where we believe expectations remain low (however, have improved given today’s muted market reaction) and therefore presents upside surprise potential. The key risk to our thesis is a further reset in earnings following the strategy refresh.

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If you are on the hunt for some new additions to your income portfolio, then it could be worth checking out the shares in this article.

These three ASX dividend shares have been named as buys by analysts and tipped to provide attractive yields in the near term. Here’s what they are recommending:

Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS)

Telstra remains one of the most widely held dividend shares on the ASX, and for good reason.

As Australia’s largest telecommunications provider, the company benefits from essential infrastructure, a large customer base, and predictable cash flows. Demand for mobile and data services tends to be resilient across economic cycles, which supports ongoing dividend payments.

Macquarie is positive on the telco giant and currently has an outperform rating on its shares with a $5.04 price target.

As for income, the broker is forecasting fully franked dividends of 20 cents per share in FY 2026 and 21 cents per share in FY 2027. Based on its current share price of $4.81, this would mean dividend yields of 4.15% and 4.4%, respectively.

For investors seeking stability and dependable dividends, Telstra could be a core holding in a balanced income portfolio.

Jumbo Interactive Ltd (ASX: JIN)

Jumbo Interactive is another ASX dividend share that has been named as a buy.

It operates online lottery ticketing platforms, including Oz Lotteries, and benefits from recurring customer activity and strong cash generation. With limited reinvestment requirements, a large portion of earnings can be returned to shareholders.

Macquarie is bullish on Jumbo Interactive, giving its shares an outperform rating and $14.60 price target.

On the income side, the broker expects fully franked dividends of 39.5 cents per share in FY 2026 and 54 cents per share in FY 2027. From its current share price of $11.22, this represents dividend yields of 3.5% and 4.8%, respectively.

Lovisa Holdings Ltd (ASX: LOV)

Finally, Lovisa is not your typical ASX dividend share, but its cash generation has allowed it to deliver both growth and income.

The fast-fashion jewellery retailer has successfully expanded its store network globally while maintaining strong margins and disciplined capital management. This has enabled the company to return capital to shareholders even while continuing to grow.

Morgans thinks its shares are good value and has put a buy rating and $40.00 price target on them.

With respect to income, the broker is forecasting dividends of 92 cents per share in FY 2026 and 114 cents per share in FY 2027. Based on its current share price of $29.98, this would mean dividend yields of 3.1% and 3.8%, respectively.

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ASX All Ords stock Betr Entertainment Ltd (ASX: BTR) was trading higher on Wednesday after the company announced a trading update and a new share buyback.

The digital wagering operator said in a statement to the ASX that it had experienced strong growth in turnover during the second half, up 24.5%, on an expanded customer base of 163,504 active customers.

Betr’s quarterly turnover came in at $444.4 million, up from $357 million, while year to date revenue was up 25.2% to $807.4 million.

M&A still in the wings

The company also said it continued to assess opportunities in terms of merger and acquisition activity, “consistent with our longstanding stated ambition”.

Betr said in its statement to the ASX:

We remain in active discussions with a number of existing and new industry participants regarding consolidation and partnership opportunities and will ensure appropriate disclosure should these discussions progress, in accordance with our continuous disclosure obligations.

Added to this, the company said it would undertake of buyback of up to 10% of its shares on issue.

The company said:

It is the view of the board of betr that the company’s shares are trading below their intrinsic value, and thus the proposed buy-back represents an efficient way to reduce the number of shares on issue and enhance long term shareholder returns. Importantly, allocation of the Company’s funds towards the Proposed Buyback will not impact the Company’s capacity to execute on its M&A strategy. The final size and timing of the Proposed Buy-Back will depend on various factors, including market conditions, Betr’s prevailing share price, future capital requirements, and any future unforeseen developments or circumstances.

The company said there was no guarantee that the buyback’s 10% upper limit would be fully utilised.

Betr last year sought to take over fellow gambling company PointsBet Holdings Ltd (ASX: PBH), however was unsuccessful.

Set up to succeed

Chair Matthew Tripp said during the company’s annual general meeting in November last year that Betr was “in its strongest position to date” with record turnover, a refreshed next-generation wagering brand and a management team which was able to “move fast and execute with discipline and focus”.

Mr Tripp said the company was, “very strong in our core wagering business, we have a well-capitalised balance sheet, and there is strong shareholder support for further strategic options”.

Betr shares were 11.1% higher on the buyback news on Wednesday morning, changing hands for 25 cents.

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On Wednesday, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) was on form and recorded a small gain. The benchmark index rose 0.15% to 8,820.6 points.

Will the market be able to build on this on Thursday? Here are five things to watch:

ASX 200 to rise

The Australian share market looks set to push higher on Thursday despite a poor night on Wall Street. According to the latest SPI futures, the ASX 200 is expected to open the day 14 points or 0.15% higher this morning. In the United States, the Dow Jones fell 0.1%, the S&P 500 was down 0.5%, and the Nasdaq tumbled 1%.

Oil prices rise

ASX 200 energy shares Beach Energy Ltd (ASX: BPT) and Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) could have a good session on Thursday after oil prices rose overnight. According to Bloomberg, the WTI crude oil price is up 1.5% to US$62.06 a barrel and the Brent crude oil price is up 1.65% to US$66.55 a barrel. This was driven by concerns over potential supply disruption in Iran.

Buy Endeavour shares

Endeavour Group Ltd (ASX: EDV) shares could be in the buy zone according to analysts at Bell Potter. In response to the Dan Murphy’s owner’s trading update, the broker has retained its buy rating with a trimmed price target of $4.00. It said: “With a key negative catalyst now digested by the market (Retail gross margin reset), we can now look ahead to the strategy refresh where we believe expectations remain low (however, have improved given today’s muted market reaction) and therefore presents upside surprise potential. The key risk to our thesis is a further reset in earnings following the strategy refresh.”

Gold price rises

ASX 200 gold shares Newmont Corporation (ASX: NEM) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) could have a good session on Thursday after the gold price pushed higher overnight. According to CNBC, the gold futures price is up 1.1% to US$4,647.3 an ounce. This appears to have been driven by geopolitical concerns.

BHP and Rio Tinto on watch

It looks set to be a good session for BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) shares and Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) shares on Thursday. On the NYSE overnight, both mining giants saw their US-listed shares rise over 2% to hit new 52-week highs thanks to rising commodity prices. This bodes well for their ASX-listed shares during today’s session.

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