• 3 ASX shares tipped to grow 100% or more in the next 12 months

    Stock market chart in green with a rising arrow symbolising a rising share price.

    The ASX share market is a great place to find potential investments that could deliver significant returns in a relatively short amount of time.

    Few businesses deliver a return of 100% or more in a single year, so just because analysts think a stock can at least double in 12 months doesn’t mean that will happen, or that the return will even be positive.

    But there are a few names that experts are very optimistic about, so let’s take a look at them.

    Megaport Ltd (ASX: MP1)

    This ASX tech share enables clients to quickly connect to hundreds of data centres around the world. It has a truly global presence in regions like the Americas, Asia Pacific, and EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa).

    In the recent FY26 half-year result, the ASX share reported revenue growth of 26% to $134.9 million, with net revenue retention of 111% and annual recurring revenue (ARR) growth of 19%, implying pleasing revenue growth from its existing client base.

    According to CMC Invest, there have been nine recent expert ratings on the business, with eight of those being a buy. Of the nine ratings, the average price target is $15.84, implying a possible rise of around 110% from current levels.

    Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO)

    Xero is one of the world’s largest cloud accounting software providers, with a presence in a number of countries like Australia, New Zealand, the UK, the US, Canada, South Africa, and Singapore.

    The ASX share is growing at a rapid pace – in the HY26 result, operating revenue rose 20% to NZ$1.19 billion and free cash flow surged 54% to NZ$321 million.

    According to CMC Invest, there have been seven recent ratings on the business, with an average price target of $158.22. That implies a possible increase of just over 100% from where it is today.

    Qoria Ltd (ASX: QOR)

    Qoria describes itself as a global technology company that’s keeping children safe and well in their digital lives. It says it has supported 32,000 schools across four continents and kept 30 million children safe. The ASX share provides a parental control platform in an app.

    In the FY26 half-year result, the ASX share reported that its revenue increased by 25% to $69 million, and underlying operating profit (EBITDA) jumped by 68% to $10.3 million, which is a strong rate of expansion.

    According to CMC Invest, there are currently five buy ratings on the business, with an average price target of 65 cents, which implies a possible rise of approximately 110% in the year ahead.

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  • This new billion-dollar ASX gold fund promises broad exposure to the market

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    In the biggest capital raise to hit the ASX in some time, the L1 Gold Fund Ltd (ASX: LGF) is looking to raise up to $1 billion in new capital to target investments in undervalued mid-cap gold companies.

    In the fund’s initial public offer prospectus, lodged with the ASX, it says it intends to raise a minimum of $500 million and up to $1 billion in new shares priced at $2 each.

    Opportunities in gold

    The fund said the strategy thereafter would be to invest across a range of securities in the gold sector.

    As it said in its own words:

    The Company has been established to invest predominantly in the gold sector, constructing a portfolio of Australian and international Securities (including shares, options or debentures in listed or unlisted gold mining companies in Australia or overseas) and Other Eligible Investments (which may include derivatives, such as gold futures contracts, and potentially also minority or temporary holdings of title to gold), but with the Company predominantly investing in Securities and Other Eligible Investments that are listed on a securities exchange.

    But the fund also intends to invest in an “opportunistic” manner, “in other precious metal sectors (such as silver, platinum and palladium), which will involve selective investment in these sectors where the Manager identifies compelling risk-adjusted opportunities.”.

    The prospectus said the fund will aim to generate positive absolute returns over the medium to long term, being more than three years, and will achieve this by holding both long and short positions in stocks.

    The prospectus adds:

    As the Investment Strategy seeks to identify assets that are undervalued or overvalued by the market, the Company produces investment returns from income generated by the relevant assets (eg capital growth or dividends) or by a future correction of the market. By way of example, the Company may hold a Long Position in shares of a mid-cap mining company in Australia or overseas that the Manager deems to be undervalued. The initial focus of the Company will be to invest in a set of high conviction, primarily mid-cap1 existing gold producers that the Manager believes to be significantly undervalued. The Manager will look for the most compelling opportunities across the entire listed peer group of such gold producers globally, a significant portion of which the Manager expects to be in the form of listed international Securities. The decision to initially focus a significant portion of the Company’s portfolio on mid-cap gold producers is due to the Manager’s view that there are attractive valuations, near-term earnings growth potential and a significant breadth of investment opportunities within this part of the gold sector.

    The fund expects its initial portfolio to be made up of about 15% Australian-listed equities, 34% international equities, and the remainder in exchange-traded derivatives.

    The fund expects its shares to start trading on the ASX on April 24.

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  • DroneShield shares tumble 17% as CEO exit revives leadership fears

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    DroneShield Ltd (ASX: DRO) shares are being hit hard on Wednesday, with the sell-off going beyond a routine leadership change.

    In afternoon trade, the DroneShield share price is down a sizeable 17.29% to $3.30, after falling as low as $3.20 earlier in the session.

    That is a brutal one-day move, especially with the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) pushing 2.6% higher.

    Even so, the defence technology stock remains up almost 280% over the past 12 months. That helps explain why some investors may be quick to lock in gains when uncertainty re-emerges.

    Let’s take a look at what’s driving the weak sentiment.

    Investors are focusing on trust, not the transition

    According to the ASX announcement, DroneShield CEO Oleg Vornik has stepped down effective immediately after more than a decade leading the business.

    In addition, chairman Peter James will retire and not seek re-election at May’s Annual General Meeting (AGM).

    Chief product officer Angus Bean has been elevated to chief executive, and former REA Group chair Hamish McLennan will join as chairman-elect.

    While the leadership changes look orderly on paper, the market’s attention has quickly shifted back to the controversial November selldown. At that time, Vornik, James, and another director sold a combined $70 million in shares.

    The selldown triggered a major collapse in the stock that month and left lingering concerns around governance and board oversight.

    With the stock having staged such a strong recovery since then, today’s leadership exits appear to have brought those concerns back into focus.

    Strong quarterly growth was not enough

    The weaker move stands out because DroneShield paired the leadership update with another strong trading result.

    The company reported March quarter revenue of $63 million, up 87% year-on-year, alongside record quarterly cash receipts of $77 million, up 361%.

    It also said it already has $140 million in committed FY26 revenue just 3 months into the financial year.

    Under normal conditions, those numbers would likely have supported buying interest.

    Instead, the market appears more focused on the boardroom reset and the lingering fallout from last year’s insider selldown.

    That reaction comes even as Vornik described his time leading DroneShield as “the experience of a lifetime”. He said he was proud to have helped build the company from a $27 million IPO into an ASX 200 defence technology business valued in the billions.

    The contrast between record operating momentum and renewed leadership uncertainty appears to be keeping sellers in control. Some investors may also be using the weakness to lock in gains after the stock’s huge 12-month run.

    Foolish takeaway

    DroneShield remains one of the ASX’s standout momentum stocks, still valued at about $3.1 billion after today’s decline.

    The latest quarterly numbers show the business is still delivering exceptional growth, but leadership turnover and the overhang from last year’s insider selldown have clearly unsettled sentiment.

    After a 280% rally over the past 12 months, today’s sell-off suggests investors are waiting for confidence in the new leadership team to improve.

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  • GYG shares skyrocket 33% this week: Is this the recovery we’ve been waiting for?

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    Guzman Y Gomez Ltd (ASX: GYG) shares are flying 11.7% higher in Wednesday trade, at $20.13 a piece. 

    The price rally continues from yesterday’s bumper session, where the shares rebounded 18.55% in a day. It means the fast food retailer’s shares have soared 32.7% this week alone.

    It’s a very welcome reprieve for investors after the Mexican-themed fast food retailer’s shares hit a historic low of just $15.20 a piece at the close of the ASX last Thursday, ahead of the long Easter weekend. 

    The share price recovery means GYG shares are now down just 6.5% year to date and 35.1% over the past 12 months.

    What caused the reversal in GYG’s share price this week?

    GYG posted its Q3 FY26 results ahead of the ASX market open yesterday morning, and investors were clearly thrilled with the result, with many falling over themselves to buy the shares.

    The company announced that its network sales grew 19.5% over the quarter and comparable sales grew 6.6% in Australia and 2.2% in the US. GYG also confirmed that five new Australian restaurants bring the company’s total number of global locations to 278.

    GYG also reaffirmed its full-year guidance, expecting the Australia Segment underlying EBITDA as a percentage of network sales to climb to 6.0 to 6.2% in FY26, versus 5.7% the prior year. 

    The company said it is on track to open 32 new Australian restaurants in FY26, with a focus on drive-thrus making up the bulk of planned launches.

    Is this the recovery we’ve all been waiting for?

    It most certainly looks like it.

    The beaten-down shares have steadily tumbled since late 2024, and this is the first time we’ve seen a meaningful share price recovery.

    I’m confident that the rally can continue going forward, too, with its huge ambitions for business expansion already underway. GYG plans to reach 1,000 restaurants within 20 years.

    While its expansion success in Australia so far has been exceptional, the company has fallen short of its overseas expansion goals, particularly in the US. However, the latest results suggest global growth is finally kicking into gear.

    How high can GYG shares go?

    If analyst sentiment is anything to go by, we can expect to see a lot more upside from GYG shares.

    TradingView data shows that analyst sentiment on the outlook for Guzman Y Gomez shares is now mostly bullish. Out of 13 analysts, eight have a buy or strong buy rating, and another four have a hold rating. One has a strong sell rating.

    The average target price is $23.03, which implies a potential 14.7% upside at the time of writing. But some think the stock has the potential to soar another 60% to $32 each over the next 12 months.

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  • Sell alert! Why this expert is calling time on Domino’s and Pro Medicus shares

    Time to sell written on a clock.

    Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX: DMP) and Pro Medicus Ltd (ASX: PME) shares are both leaping higher today.

    In early afternoon trade on Wednesday, Domino’s shares are trading for $18.26 apiece. That sees shares in the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) fast food pizza retailer up 7.0% today.

    Pro Medicus stock is enjoying an equally strong. At $130.44 apiece, shares in the ASX 200 health imaging company are up 6.9%.

    For some context, the ASX 200 is up 2.6% at this same time, buoyed by news of a ceasefire in Iran.

    Unfortunately for longer-term stockholders, today’s outperformance of Pro Medicus and Domino’s stock is not par for the course.

    Despite today’s boost, Domino’s shares remain down 29.5% since this time last year. And the Pro Medicus share price remains down 30.7%.

    While both ASX 200 stocks pay dividends, those haven’t come close to making up for the capital losses suffered over the past year.

    And looking ahead, Fairmont Equities’ Michael Gable doesn’t expect a near-term rebound for either company (courtesy of The Bull).

    Here’s why.

    Time to sell Pro Medicus shares?

    “The company provides medical imaging software and services to hospitals and healthcare groups across the world,” said Gable.

    Explaining his sell recommendation on Pro Medicus shares, he said:

    We remain negative on the technology sector as higher interest rates, continuing market volatility and increasing uncertainty leaves investors questioning the high multiples that companies, such as Pro Medicus, trade on.

    As we saw in the early 2000s, technology stocks can lose a significant amount of value before they become attractive again. This rotation out of technology stocks often sees investors flocking to hard assets, such as mining company shares. This is what we’re seeing in share markets at the moment, and this dynamic has further to go, in my view.

    Is there more pain to come for Domino’s shares?

    Atop Pro Medicus shares, Gable also recommends selling Domino’s shares.

    “Although the share price of this fast food company has lost a lot of value in the past few years and recently remained in a downtrend, I don’t see any price support emerging at current levels,” he said.

    Gable concluded:

    The company is entering a challenging period, where increasing costs and lower consumer confidence could erode margins and put downward pressure on earnings. I can’t identify a positive catalyst at least until the company posts full year results in August.

    I expect investors to continue selling the stock on any sharemarket bounce.

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  • Looking for an ASX lithium share with plenty of potential upside? This could be the one

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    Wildcat Resources Ltd (ASX: WC8) recently announced the results of exploration drilling near its developing Tabba Tabba lithium project in Western Australia, with the team at Shaw and Partners impressed with the results.

    Shaw has a buy recommendation on the shares and a very bullish price target on the company, which we’ll come to shortly.

    Exploration success

    First, let’s have a look at this week’s news.

    The company said that exploration drilling at the Bolt Cutter lithium discovery had shown that mineralisation extended more than 2.3km to the northwest and up to 800m to the northeast.

    The Bolt Cutter discovery is 10km west of the Tabba Tabba project, which is in the Pilbara region of WA.

    Some of the best drilling results from Bolt Cutter included 9.4m at 1.3% lithium oxide from a depth of 23.2m and 8.1m at 1.2% from a depth of 39.7m.

    Wildcat said further drilling on Bolt Cutter would start soon to both extend the discovery and for infill purposes.

    The company also said it remained well-funded with $48.5 million in cash as at the end of December.

    The company said re the Tabba Tabba project:

    The Tabba Tabba Project is an advanced lithium and tantalum development project that is located on granted Mining Leases just 80km by road from Port Hedland, Western Australia. It is nearby some of the world’s largest hard-rock lithium mines. The Project was one of four significant … pegmatite projects in WA, previously owned by Sons of Gwalia. The others were Greenbushes, Pilgangoora and Wodgina which are now Tier-1 hard-rock lithium mines. Tabba Tabba is the last of these assets to be explored and developed for lithium mineralisation.

    Shares looking cheap

    The Shaw and Partners analysts said they expected demand for lithium to remain high.

    They added:

    Current high fuel prices have created a perfect storm for electric vehicle demand and we expect will tip the lithium market into deficit by the end of the year. With prices surging, Wildcat is poised to be producing lithium during the current cycle.

    They were also encouraged by the drilling results from Bolt Cutter:

    Results to date demonstrate strong potential for Bolt Cutter to grow in scale both laterally and at depth. Bolt Cutter is likely to be a key component of Wildcat’s two-pronged strategy of exploration and development, with organic growth from discoveries providing a clear pathway for integration into broader development plans. Wildcat is moving quickly toward production, having made its major discovery on already granted mining leases. This unusual status, combined with a signed Native Title Agreement, significantly truncates the regulatory and permitting timeline, allowing the company to target first production in 2028. This will allow Wildcat to capitalise on the current lithium price cycle as the market moves into deficit later this decade.

    Shaw has a price target of $1.20 on Wildcat shares compared with 39.5 cents currently. Wildcat is valued at $509 million.

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Wildcat Resources right now?

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  • Buy, hold, sell: Coles, Endeavour, and Rio Tinto shares

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    There are a lot of ASX shares to choose from on the Australian share market.

    But not all are necessarily buys.

    So, let’s see what Morgans is saying about three very popular shares this month:

    Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL)

    Morgans believes has been looking at supermarket giant Coles and sees an opportunity for investors after recent weakness in its share price.

    While the broker wasn’t overly impressed with its performance in the first half, it has seen enough to upgrade its shares to an accumulate rating and $22.90 price target. It explains :

    While COL’s 1H26 result was slightly softer than expected, execution remains strong in the core Supermarkets division. […] Despite the slight downgrade to earnings, our target price remains unchanged at $22.90 due to a roll-forward of our valuation to FY27 forecasts. With a 12-month forecast TSR of 15%, we upgrade our rating to ACCUMULATE (from HOLD).

    In our view, COL continues to perform well with key Supermarkets metrics such as customer scores, sales growth, cost discipline and store execution remaining solid. We hence view the recent share price pullback as an attractive entry point.

    Endeavour Group Ltd (ASX: EDV)

    This drinks giant is going through a tough period. And while Morgans has seen a few positives, it thinks investors should keep their powder dry until at least its investor day next month.

    The broker has put a hold rating and $3.65 price target on Endeavour’s shares. It said:

    There were no major surprises in EDV’s 1H26 result following the company’s trading update in January. While EDV continues to work on its refreshed strategy with further details to be provided at an investor day on 27 May, management confirmed that the combined Retail and Hotels portfolio will be retained. Management also noted that they will continue investing in Dan Murphy’s to restore its price leadership, while accelerating hotel renewals and electronic gaming machine (EGM) replacements. We decrease FY26-28F underlying EBIT by between 0-1%. Our target price falls to $3.65 (from $3.70) and we retain our HOLD rating.

    Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO)

    Finally, Rio Tinto shares are fairly valued according to Morgans following a recent pullback.

    This has seen the broker put a hold rating and $147.00 price target on the mining giant’s shares. While it is a fan of the company, it just isn’t cheap enough to call it a buy yet. It explains:

    We upgrade RIO from TRIM to HOLD with a revised target price of A$147 (prior A$146). The recent share price pullback closes the valuation stretch, while a lift in our medium-term iron ore assumption from US$80/t to US$85/t provides a firmer earnings floor. RIO remains a top-tier diversified miner. Not cheap enough for a BUY, but the pullback removes the overshoot that justified TRIM. Iron ore earnings platform, copper and aluminium leverage, and lithium optionality, RIO represents an attractive mix with good execution in the Pilbara and Oyu Tolgoi.

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Coles Group Limited right now?

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  • 5 ASX 200 shares I’d buy as the share market rebounds

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    The mood in markets has shifted quickly.

    After a period of volatility driven by rising oil prices and geopolitical tension, the agreement on a ceasefire between the US and Iran has helped ease some of that pressure. 

    Oil prices have pulled back and equities have responded, with the ASX pushing higher as risk appetite returns.

    That kind of environment can create opportunities and here are five ASX 200 shares I would be looking at as the market rebounds.

    Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES)

    Wesfarmers is one of the more dependable shares on the ASX 200.

    What I like here is the consistency across its portfolio. Bunnings continues to perform well, Kmart’s value positioning remains strong, and the broader group has shown it can grow earnings even in a mixed environment.

    As sentiment improves, I think shares like Wesfarmers can quietly keep compounding.

    It may not be the most exciting stock in a rebound, but it is one I would feel comfortable owning through different market cycles.

    Hub24 Ltd (ASX: HUB)

    Hub24 is another ASX 200 share I’d buy as the market rebounds.

    It operates an investment platform used by financial advisers to manage client portfolios, which puts it at the centre of a growing part of the wealth management industry.

    What stands out to me is how embedded these platforms become once advisers and their clients are onboarded. That tends to create a sticky and steadily growing base of funds under administration.

    As confidence returns, I think there is also potential for renewed inflows as investors re-engage with markets.

    For me, it is the combination of structural industry growth, recurring revenue, and operating leverage that makes Hub24 an appealing long-term opportunity.

    Codan Ltd (ASX: CDA)

    Codan brings exposure to a different set of themes.

    Its communications and defence-related technologies, including links to drone and counter-drone systems, place it within an area that is seeing increasing global demand.

    Governments and organisations are continuing to invest in security and communications capabilities, and Codan is positioned within that ecosystem.

    That combination of underlying demand and improving sentiment is interesting to me.

    WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC)

    WiseTech is one of the more polarising shares on the ASX 200 right now.

    The share price has pulled back significantly, and concerns around AI disruption, acquisition integration, and business model changes have weighed on sentiment.

    But when I look at the business, I still see a company building out a global logistics platform with strong long-term potential.

    As the market rebounds, I think there is scope for sentiment to stabilise.

    If the company can continue to execute and demonstrate progress, even modestly, that could support a recovery over time.

    Breville Group Ltd (ASX: BRG)

    Breville adds a consumer-facing growth angle.

    What I like here is the global expansion story. The company continues to grow through new product development and increasing its presence in international markets.

    Its premium positioning also appears to be holding up, even in a more cautious consumer environment.

    As conditions improve, I think businesses with strong brands and global reach can benefit from a recovery in spending and sentiment. Breville ticks these boxes.

    Foolish takeaway

    Market rebounds can feel encouraging, but I think it is important to stay focused on the underlying businesses.

    Wesfarmers offers consistency, Hub24 provides platform-driven growth, Codan brings exposure to defence and communications, WiseTech represents long-term software potential, and Breville continues to expand globally.

    They are very different companies, but each has drivers that go beyond short-term market moves.

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Breville Group Limited right now?

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  • Morgans names two ASX 200 shares to buy and one to sell this week

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    Are you looking for ASX 200 shares to buy this week?

    Well, the team at Morgans has narrowed things down by naming two shares to buy and one to sell, courtesy of The Bull.

    Here’s what it is recommending:

    Aristocrat Leisure Ltd (ASX: ALL)

    Morgans thinks that this gaming technology company could be an ASX 200 share to buy now.

    With Aristocrat’s shares trading on lower than normal multiples, the broker believes an attractive buying opportunity has opened up. It said:

    Aristocrat Leisure designs, develops and distributes gaming content, platforms and systems. It offers high quality recurring earnings from generating real money online gaming opportunities. An under geared balance sheet provides options for acquisitions, and ALL is a capital light business with strong cash conversion. The company is trading well below historical levels. The stock is attractively valued given its track record of proven earnings growth.

    Capstone Copper Corp (ASX: CSC)

    Another ASX share that Morgans has named as a buy this week is copper miner Capstone Copper.

    Once again, it believes the company’s shares are trading at an attractive level for investors. It explains:

    This copper miner and developer has five long-life assets strategically located in the Americas. CSC is one of a limited number of pure play copper names listed on the ASX. Copper production growth differentiates CSC from its peers. Growth is driven by a combination of near term and longer dated brownfield and greenfield projects, alongside a declining cost profile. CSC was recently trading on a modest price-earnings ratio in 2026 and offers good value at these price levels.

    Guzman Y Gomez Ltd (ASX: GYG)

    Morgans has named this ASX 200 share as a sell this week according to The Bull. It highlights that the Mexican fast food company’s US business is underperforming and will need to improve to deliver value for shareholders. It said:

    Guzman Y Gomez owns, operates and franchises Mexican inspired quick service restaurants in Australia, Singapore, Japan and the United States. The company’s premium valuation is predicated on expectations it will deliver material earnings per share growth over many years. In our view, the company is exposed to execution risk as it aggressively continues to open new restaurants in Australia. Australian earnings were up strongly in the first half of 2026.

    However, segment underlying EBITDA in the United States posted a loss of $8.3 million. Management will need to narrow its losses in the US and increase the pace of US expansion to ultimately deliver value for shareholders. GYG shares have fallen from $31 on March 31, 2025 to trade at $15.735 on April 2, 2026.

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  • Why Greatland shares just hit a record high after a $260 million cash jump

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    Greatland Resources Ltd (ASX: GGP) shares are racing higher on Wednesday after the gold and copper miner delivered another strong quarterly production update.

    In afternoon trade, the Greatland share price is up 10.63% to $14.78, after earlier surging to a new all-time high of $15.25 before some profit-taking trimmed the gain.

    Even after pulling back from the session peak, the stock is still up roughly 40% in 2026 and more than 120% over the past 12 months.

    Let’s dive right into what was announced today.

    Cash pile tops $1 billion after another strong quarter

    According to its March 2026 quarter production update, Greatland produced 82,723 ounces of gold and 4,128 tonnes of copper from Telfer.

    Sales were even stronger at 97,800 ounces of gold and 4,620 tonnes of copper, helping drive another big lift in cash generation.

    Management revealed its cash balance climbed to $1.208 billion at 31 March, up from $948 million at the end of December. That means the business added $260 million in cash during the quarter, despite capital expenditure and a $73 million tax payment linked to the Telfer acquisition.

    The company also remains debt-free, leaving it in a strong position as it continues development work across the wider Paterson region.

    One point likely helping sentiment is that management said Telfer remains insulated from the current Middle East conflict’s effect on fuel supply.

    Diesel is sourced under a long-term contract via Port Hedland, while processing power comes from Pilbara natural gas infrastructure.

    With gold prices still trading near record levels, that operating stability may be giving investors more confidence in near-term earnings visibility.

    Production guidance still points to a strong FY26 finish

    Greatland said current production is tracking slightly above the upper end of its FY26 guidance range of 260,000 ounces to 310,000 ounces of gold.

    That’s a strong signal heading into the final quarter of the financial year and helps explain why buyers pushed the stock to fresh highs in today’s session.

    The March quarter update also follows a strong first-half result released in February, when the miner reported revenue of $977.3 million and net profit after tax of $342.9 million.

    With a market capitalisation now approaching $10 billion, Greatland is quickly cementing its place among the ASX’s major gold names.

    The stock currently ranks 60th on the ASX by size.

    Foolish Takeaway

    I think gold prices could be the next major catalyst for another leg higher in Greatland shares.

    The company is already generating strong cash flow from Telfer, and today’s update showed production is tracking above FY26 guidance. If gold prices stay near record highs, that leverage could translate into even stronger cash generation.

    With more than $1.2 billion in cash, no debt, and growing exposure to Havieron, I believe Greatland still has room to climb from here.

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