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Sure, 2020 will forever be known as the year of the COVID-19 pandemic. But 2021 just might be memorialized as the year the pandemic was defeated. Two COVID-19 vaccines have already received emergency use authorization (EUA) in the United States with a third vaccine also authorized in the United Kingdom.

The big stories in the new year, though, could come from vaccines that haven’t made it to market yet. It’s possible that the stocks of the companies developing these experimental vaccines will deliver tremendous gains over the next 12 months. Here are three coronavirus stocks that are especially poised to soar in 2021.

1. Novavax

Novavax Inc (NASDAQ: NVAX) ranked as the top-performing coronavirus stock of 2020 with a staggering gain of close to 3,000%. Can the biotech stock deliver another sizzling performance this year? Don’t be surprised if it happens.

The company expects to report results from a late-stage study of COVID-19 vaccine candidate NVX-CoV2373 conducted in the UK in early 2021. Novavax initiated another late-stage study in the US and Mexico last week. Look for results from this study sometime in the second quarter. 

If all goes well with these studies, billions of dollars will pour into Novavax’s coffers. The company has deals in place with several countries (including the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand) to supply close to 300 million doses of NVX-CoV2373. 

This cash influx will help Novavax further explore the development of a COVID-19/flu combo vaccine. The biotech already has a promising flu vaccine candidate called NanoFlu that’s on track for regulatory submissions. 

2. Vaxart

Vaxart Inc (NASDAQ: VXRT) trailed behind only Novavax to become the No. 2 coronavirus stock of last year. It generated a sizzling return of around 1,600%. At one point in 2020, Vaxart’s shares were up more than 4,700% year to date. I think the stock could have a lot more room to run in 2021.

The company is currently evaluating its COVID-19 vaccine candidate VXA-CoV2-1 in a phase 1 clinical study. Results from the study are expected this month. Vaxart hopes to quickly advance its experimental vaccine into phase 2 testing if the phase 1 results are positive.

VXA-CoV2-1 stands out from the leading coronavirus vaccines. It’s a single-dose tablet instead of an injection. That makes Vaxart’s vaccine more convenient to take and to distribute and store. The experimental vaccine also appears to promote mucosal immunity (immune system responses that occur in mucosal membranes in the eyes, nose, and elsewhere). 

Despite its impressive performance last year, Vaxart’s market capitalisation remains below $700 million. With the advantages offered by VXA-CoV2-1, the biotech will be worth a lot more than that if its clinical studies of the COVID-19 vaccine candidate go well.

3. Altimmune

Altimmune Inc (NASDAQ: ALT) finished 2020 with its shares up close to 500%. By late July, the stock has soared more than 1,600% year to date. It’s possible that Altimmune could regain those highs this year.

The biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine candidate AdCOVID shares several things in common with Vaxart’s experimental vaccine. It only requires a single dose. It can be stored at room temperature for extended periods. And it appears to provide mucosal immunity. The major twist is that AdCOVID is an intranasal vaccine.

There’s one glaring problem for Altimmune right now, though. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) placed a clinical hold on a planned early stage clinical study of AdCOVID because it wants changes to the study’s protocols and additional manufacturing data.

I suspect that Altimmune will be able to quickly address the FDA’s concerns and move forward with its study of AdCOVID. The company even stated that it doesn’t expect the clinical hold will significantly change its overall timeline for the development of the vaccine. If AdCOVID delivers on its potential, Altimmune could be an under-the-radar COVID vaccine stock that skyrockets in 2021.

Remember the risks

Keep in mind that all three of these stocks are very risky. While their experimental COVID-19 vaccines look promising right now, there’s always a chance that they’ll disappoint in clinical testing. Novavax, Vaxart, and Altimmune are poised to soar in 2021, but they could easily sink instead. 

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Software company Bill Identity Ltd (ASX: BID) share price is up 1.27% today, after the company announced the appointment of a new chair.

At the time of writing, the Bill Identity share price is trading at $1.20, after rising by as much as 5 cents earlier in the day.

Who’s the new chair?

Bill Identity has appointed prominent Australian media executive Peter Tonagh as its non-executive chair, effective immediately. He will replace Geoff Kleemann, who has been serving as interim chair and will remain as a non-executive director.

Tonagh is the former CEO of Foxtel and News Corporation (ASX: NWS), having served as chief operating officer of both companies. He held the role of Foxtel’s chief financial officer for 9 years.

He also currently serves as chair of Sydney-based advanced analytics company, Quantium, and is the former lead independent director for Village Roadshow Ltd.

Most recently, Tonagh led a consortium to save newswire service, AAP, which now operates as a not-for-profit organisation.

The right leader for global expansion

According to today’s release, Tonagh’s appointment is Bill Identity’s latest step to becoming a major global player in the utility bill management sector.

It follows the company’s acquisition of United Kingdom-based energy management software business Optima Energy in December 2020. This was accompanied by a $15 million fully underwritten institutional placement.

Bill Identity managing director Guy Maine believes Tonagh will bring a wealth of business experience to the board, saying: “Peter has been involved in business transformation in several of his previous roles, and we look forward to drawing on that experience as we continue to expand our footprint in international markets.”

Tonagh was also happy with the new role, saying that the company has the potential to be a global leader in the sector in the coming years.

“I am excited to be joining the company as it accelerates its international growth strategy following the recent Optima acquisition,” he said.

Quick take on Bill Identity

Bill Identity provides utility spend management services through its cloud-based software platform.  The software helps businesses to manage their energy spend by automating manual processes which improve data visibility and control.

The $191 million market-cap company is yet to produce break-even, announcing its latest half-year FY20 loss of $6.9 million ending 30 June 2020.

Second-half revenue ending November 2020 has increased however, up 77% year-on-year to $9.4 million.

After its recent foray in the UK, the company is now eying the United States market. It believes the US potential is large, with additional opportunities to leverage accounts payable outsourcing over many different utility bills.

The Bill Identity share price has returned 16% over one year. It fell by as much as 50% in March 2020 before recovering to current levels.

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The e-commerce sector in Australia and New Zealand went from strength to strength in 2020.

According to the Salesforce Holiday Insights Hub and 2020 Holiday Predictions report, as reported by CMO, e-commerce sales increases in the region were the highest in the world, surging by 108% and 107% respectively in the second and third quarters of 2020.

The report reinforces the narrative that the coronavirus pandemic is continuing to impact shopping habits, with shoppers increasingly turning to online retailers. On that note, let’s take a closer look at the Redbubble Ltd (ASX: RBL) share price, one of the best performing ASX e-commerce shares of 2020. 

Redbubble share price outperforms in 2020 

Redbubble shares were among the top performing ASX shares of 2020, gaining nearly 400%.

Redbubble provides independent artists a platform to sell their creations and has enjoyed strong consumer demand for its unique and customised products. The company’s business model is powered by its loyal and growing artist community. New artists contribute to Redbubble’s marketplace growth, while more established artists provide sustained revenue for the platform. 

Changing retail landscape 

During its October 2020 annual general meeting, Redbubble highlighted several long-term retail trends that have emerged amidst COVID-19. The company quoted a number of consulting reports and publications including: 

• Forbes, which said that after this crisis consumers will be more discerning with discretionary purchasing and will seek meaningful purchases, particularly made-to-order.
• McKinsey, which highlighted the out-of-date sourcing model of the fashion industry which is characterised by long lead times, large order sizes and relatively low flexibility. It said that a transformation was needed, particularly in making sourcing more demand-driven and more sustainable on social and environmental dimensions.
• Which PLM, which sees on-demand manufacturing as a possible solution to overstocking risks as well as facilitating reductions in inventory costs and lead times.

According to Redbubble, it is in a strong position to leverage these trends by meeting consumer desire for customisation, delivering products created by independent artists and providing a large product range manufactured on-demand. 

Accelerating revenue growth 

Redbubble’s revenue accelerated through the second half of FY20. Its revenue for the month of July surged 132% on the prior corresponding period. The company’s growing scale and global footprint has translated into a 141% year-on-year increase in operating earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) from $6.3 million in FY19 to $15.3 million in FY20. The company expects further profitable growth and recent macro shifts in online activity to accelerate its growth momentum.

Foolish takeaway

The Redbubble share price has started 2021 with a boom, jumping by almost 8% today so far. It will be interesting to see whether the above mentioned trends continue to benefit the company in 2021 and how this is reflected in the Redbubble share price. 

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The Chalice Mining Ltd (ASX: CHN) share price has started 2021 in sensational form.

In afternoon trade the mineral exploration company’s shares are up 11% to $4.34.

Why is the Chalice Mining share price surging higher?

Investors have been fighting to get hold of the company’s shares on Monday following the release of an update on its Julimar operation.

This morning Chalice Mining announced that it has received a key access approval to additional exploration areas at its 100%-owned Julimar Nickel-Copper-Platinum Group Element (PGE) project which is located ~70km north-east of Perth in Western Australia.

According to the release, the Minister for Environment has consent to initial non-ground disturbing activities within the Julimar State Forest under the approved Stage 1 Conservation Management Plan (CMP).

Management notes that this approval paves the way for the first ever Ni-Cu-PGE exploration activities within the State Forest. It also advised that its exploration activities will have negligible impact on vegetation, fauna, or recreational activities within the area, and will be governed by the approved CMP.

Why explore there?

The company has high hopes for this particular area. This follows the first-ever airborne electromagnetic (AEM) survey over the area in September, which identified several large-scale EM anomalies. These have been named Hartog, Baudin, and Jansz.

These were located directly along strike from the company’s “world-class” Gonneville PGE-Ni-Cu-Co-Au discovery.

Management believes the three targets represent high quality greenfield discovery opportunities over ~20km of strike length across the interpreted Julimar layered mafic-ultramafic intrusive complex.

The highest priority is the Hartog anomaly, given its similar EM signature to the Gonneville discovery.

What now?

Initial exploration activities within the Julimar State Forest will commence in the coming weeks and are anticipated to be completed in the first quarter of 2021.

Chalice’s Managing Director, Alex Dorsch, commented: “This access approval has been eagerly anticipated and is highly significant, as it allows us to finally start to understand the true scale of the Julimar discovery. The targets to the north of the world-class Gonneville discovery have the potential to add material value to the project and we are incredibly excited to be the first on the ground.”

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The AGL Energy Limited (ASX: AGL) share price has climbed off a 52-week low today in a positive start to the new year. 

At the time of writing, the AGL share price is trading up 1.26% at $12.10.

Why was the AGL share price at a 52-week low?

Shares in the Aussie energy generator and retailer finished 2020 at a 52-week (and 5-year) low of $11.95 per share. 

The AGL Energy share price slumped 6% in December after downgrading its earnings guidance for FY2021.

That sharp share price move came after a serious injury at the company’s Liddell power station on 18 December. 

All of these events combined to send the AGL Energy share price tumbling to close out the year at a 52-week low.

That trend has reversed this morning with shares in the energy group climbing higher. 

There’s been no new announcement since the earnings guidance on 21 December to trigger a share price move.

However, broader market confidence could be a factor in today’s share price climbs. The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) has started the year strongly, climbing 1.2% higher to 6,667 points.

The AGL share price has been one of the movers pushing the market higher. Other big names that are gaining include Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX: FMG) and Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES).

Fortescue shares have jumped 3.4% in early trade while the Wesfarmers share price is up 1.6% at $51.20 per share.

What about the other ASX energy shares?

2020 was a tough year for the AGL share price and the company’s shareholders. However, it was a similar story for many of the ASX energy shares given a slump in oil prices amid the coronavirus pandemic.

AGL’s largest ASX-listed competitor, Origin Energy Ltd (ASX: ORG), also struggled to make gains.

The Origin share price fell 44% last year and closed out 2020 with an $8.4 billion market capitalisation. 

Origin shares are currently trading at a price to earnings (P/E) ratio of more than 100 while the AGL share price is trading at a 7.7 P/E ratio.

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The Credit Corp Group Limited (ASX: CCP) share price is pushing higher today after completing its acquisition of a purchased debt ledger (PDL) from Collection House Limited (ASX: CLH).

At the time of writing, the debt collection company’s shares are up over 1% to $30.06.

The same cannot be said for the Collection House share price. Its shares have returned to trade for the first time since February 2020 and are down 66% to 44 cents this afternoon.

What is happening?

Just before Christmas, Credit Corp announced that it would acquire the Australian PDL book of Collection House for approximately $160 million. This was the largest single PDL purchase in Credit Corp’s history according to its CEO, Thomas Beregi.

Under the terms of the agreement, Collection House can receive a portion of the collected funds that Credit Corp recovers. This is on the proviso that Credit Corp achieves above the level required to have a return on its investment.

This deal was made as part of the recapitalisation process for Collection House. The proceeds from the transaction were to be immediately applied to reduce its senior debt.

After which, Collection House’s existing lenders agreed to provide a new three-year senior debt facility of approximately $45 million on commercial terms and Credit Corp has provided it with a short term loan of $15 million for general corporate purposes.

What now?

While the deal with Credit Corp is technically complete, Collection House has revealed that it received an inquiry from the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC).

The release explains that the ACCC has made an inquiry regarding the transaction and the company has responded to it.

No further details were given, but Collection House advised that it will continue to assist the ACCC with any further inquiries.

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Making a passive income from dividend stocks in 2021 could be a sound move. They offer high yields compared to other assets, as well as the potential to deliver impressive dividend growth in the long run.

However, with the economic outlook being uncertain, buying companies with defensive characteristics could be a logical move. So, too, could purchasing a diverse range of stocks with affordable dividends. The end result could be a more resilient income in 2021.

Making a passive income from defensive dividend stocks

Risks such as political instability in Europe and the coronavirus pandemic mean that passive income investors face an uncertain outlook in 2021. As such, it could be worth buying defensive stocks that offer a more resilient financial outlook.

Examples of industries that have historically been relatively defensive include utilities and consumer goods, such as tobacco. They may be less impacted by the performance of the economy, since their earnings may be less dependent on consumer confidence and GDP growth. The end result could be more stable dividend payouts that provide investors with a resilient income return.

Dividend affordability

Passive income investors may also wish to make sure that any potential purchases can afford their current level of dividends. After the stock market crash, some companies offer very high dividend yields at the present time. As such, it is easy for an income investor to become overly-focused on yields, rather than assessing the affordability of dividends. And, while a high yield is appealing, it is of little use if it cannot be paid.

Assessing the affordability of a company’s dividend can be undertaken through comparing shareholder payouts to net profit. If they are covered more than once by net profit then the company in question has headroom when making dividend payouts. Investors may wish to demand a figure above one at the present time due to the uncertain economic outlook. It may cause profit growth to stall, or even decline, for some businesses and sectors.

Diversifying among a number of dividend shares

Diversification is crucial for all passive income investors. They should avoid being reliant on a small number of companies for their dividends – especially if it is their main source of income.

Clearly, many sectors are facing difficult operating conditions at the present time. Therefore, holding a wider range of companies than is normally the case may be necessary in 2021. Although the economic outlook is due to improve, the first quarter or even half of the current year may prove to be a difficult period for many businesses.

Diversification can lead to a higher passive income in the long run. Through avoiding losses within a concentrated portfolio, an investor can enjoy a generous and rising income return in 2021 and in the coming years.

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The De Grey Mining Limited (ASX: DEG) share price has been a positive performer on the first trading day of the new year. This comes after the company announced a change in its management team. During early afternoon trade, the De Grey share price is surging 6.87% to $1.09.

In comparison, the S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ) is up 1.21% to 15,858 points.

What’s driving the De Grey share price higher?

The De Grey share price is on the rise today after the company advised it has appointed Mr Peter Canterbury as its new chief financial officer (CFO). The change in leadership follows the company’s ambitions to become a tier 1 gold producer from its Hemi Discovery in Western Australia.

According to the company, Mr Canterbury brings a wealth of knowledge to De Grey, as an experienced mining executive and certified practicing accountant. During his career, Mr Canterbury has developed competence in financial and corporate management, accounting, project financing, feasibility studies, contract negotiation, and mining operations.

For almost 20 years, Mr Canterbury has held several key positions within the mining sector. His most notable roles have included managing director of Triton Minerals Ltd (ASX: TON), CEO and executive director of Bauxite Resources Ltd and CFO and acting CEO of recently ASX-delisted company Sundance Resources Ltd.

Outgoing CFO Mr Craig Nelmes will continue to work as company secretary within the board.

Mr Canterbury is due to commence his role as the new company CFO in February 2021.

What did the managing director say?

Mr Glenn Jardine, De Grey managing director, commented on the CFO appointment. He said:

Peter is an important addition to the De Grey management team as we continue to increase our organisational capability across the business. His experience immediately enhances our capacity to progress the Hemi Gold Discovery from the resource definition phase through feasibility studies, financing, construction and into production.

In addition, Mr Jardine, went on to thank Mr Nelmes for his efforts, saying:

Craig Nelmes has been an integral part of the Company’s success through the last 7 years and is very accepting of the ongoing organizational transition of the Company towards Tier One production. We thank Craig for the energy and leadership he brought as CFO over the past seven years and are very pleased he will continue to have an important role in De Grey’s future.

De Grey share price summary

The De Grey share price has been one of the best performers on the ASX over the last 12 months, rocketing by more than 2,000%.

This time last year, the gold company’s share price was trading at around 5 cents, and went on to reach as high as $1.55 in September 2020. While many businesses suffered during COVID-19 lockdown restrictions, De Grey was busy drilling and providing strong results within the Hemi Discovery.

Based on the current De Grey share price, the company commands a market capitalisation of around $1.3 billion.

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The Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX: FMG) share price has surged 3.54% higher this morning in a strong start to the year.

Today’s move continues the strong momentum we saw in 2020. Shares in the Aussie iron ore giant more than doubled last year in good news for shareholders.

So, what was the big driver for last year’s move and what’s the outlook for 2021?

Why the Fortescue share price surged in 2020

The major factor pushing Fortescue’s gains last year was a surging iron ore price.

Iron ore prices started 2020 at US$91.50 per tonne but finished the year at US$163.73 per tonne. Those are some impressive commodity price gains, especially in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

An infrastructure boom and sustained demand from China were big factors in pushing iron ore prices higher.

Strong iron ore demand has also boosted the Aussie dollar higher after underpinning Australia’s exports despite increasing geopolitical tensions.

How is iron ore looking this year?

No one has a crystal ball, but various sources are expecting iron ore gains to continue in 2021.

Global ratings agency S&P Global anticipates the high iron ore prices seen in recent months to continue in the first quarter of 2021.

The government’s mid-year economic and fiscal outlook (MYEFO) contained conservative forecasts for iron ore at US$55 per tonne. 

CBA senior economist Belinda Allen is predicting US$82 per tonne at the end of Q3 2021. That means a strong iron ore price could continue to support the Federal Budget and the Fortescue share price.

What about the other iron ore miners?

The Fortescue share price wasn’t the only mining share to experience strong gains in 2020.

Both the BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) share prices gained but nothing like the scale of Fortescue last year.

BHP shares climbed 9.0% while Rio Tinto jumped 13.4% as at year end versus a 1.5% loss for the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO).

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In afternoon trade the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is on track to start 2021 very positively. At the time of writing, the benchmark index is up a sizeable 1% to 6,653 points.

Four shares that are climbing more than most today are listed below. Here’s why they are pushing higher:

BetMakers Technology Group Ltd (ASX: BET)

The BetMakers share price is up 3% to 69 cents. This morning the betting technology company revealed that its placement has completed successfully. BetMakers has raised $50 million (before costs) at $0.60 per new share from sophisticated and institutional investors. These funds are being used to acquire the racing and digital assets of UK-based sport betting company Sportech.

Emerge Gaming Ltd (ASX: EM1)

The Emerge Gaming share price has rocketed 18% higher to 9.3 cents. Investors have been buying the esports and gaming technology company’s shares following the release of an update on its MIGGSTER social gaming platform. According to the release, Emerge Gaming has banked its first cash receipts from the social gaming platform to the value of A$8.3 million. This covers the period 14 November to 31 December.

Infratil Ltd (ASX: IFT)

The Infratil share price is up 5% to $7.24 following an update on its data centres. According to the release, the investment company has experienced a significant increase in the value of its stake in CDC Data Centres. Infratil’s 48.1% investment in CDC is now valued at between A$2,039 million to A$2,334 million. This is up from A$1,597 million to A$1,807 million at 30 September 2020.

Tyro Payments Ltd (ASX: TYR)

The Tyro share price has climbed almost 5% to $3.34 following the release of its latest weekly update. According to the release, Tyro recorded transaction value of $2.626 billion during December. This is an increase of 19% on the same period a year earlier.

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