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Brokers are excited by the potential of a particular S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) share – Collins Foods Ltd (ASX: CKF). This business is a major franchisee operator of KFCs in Australia, Germany and the Netherlands.

The business recently reported its FY26 half-year result, which included a number of positives. Total revenue increased 6.6% to $750.3 million, underlying operating profit (EBIT) grew 20% to $63 million and underlying net profit climbed 29.5% to $30.8 million.

According to a collation of analyst opinions on the ASX 200 share, there are (at least) seven buy ratings on the business. That makes it a well-liked business and suggests there could be an opportunity here.

Let’s take a look at what analysts are attracted to regarding this business.

Further profit growth projected

Broker UBS said in a note after seeing the result that Collins Foods’ value proposition is resonating with consumers against a backdrop of a challenging operating environment.

UBS noted that not many Australian consumer-facing ASX 200 shares have increased like-for-like sales in the last four months, yet KFC Australia did, with an improvement from 2.3% to 3.6%.

The broker said that if these conditions continue, along with usual seasonality and one extra trading week, it sees scope for “$9 million EBITDA upside”.

Conditions are more challenging in Europe, though an improvement in the impact of avian flu and changes to the sales tax (VAT) could still result in year-over-year EBITDA growth.

UBS likes the ongoing strength of the Australian KFC business, combined with the potential for market share growth in Germany.

However, the broker did acknowledge that ongoing losses at Taco Bell Australia are a drag on the ASX 200 share’s profitability, suggesting a 9% negative impact to earnings per share (EPS) because of it.

UBS is projecting that Collins Foods’ earnings per share could grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19% and even more if the losses from Taco Bell are excluded.

ASX 200 share valuation

According to the projections from UBS, the business is forecast to deliver $61 million of net profit in FY26, putting it at 21x FY26’s estimated earnings.

The broker estimates the business could deliver net profit of $74 in FY27, $87 million in FY28, $103 million in FY29 and $109 million in FY30. Therefore, net profit could close to double between FY26 and FY30, which is a strong tailwind for potential Collins Foods share price growth.

UBS has a price target of $13.10 on the business, implying a possible rise of 24% over the next year.

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Motley Fool contributor Tristan Harrison has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. 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 Collins Foods. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

Investing in ASX blue-chip shares can be a very good strategy because of the strength and stability they provide.

But, I only think it’s a good idea to buy a blue-cihp when that business is growing its profit over time, which is why US blue chips have been such strong investments over the last 15 years.

Although we don’t have any global tech giants on the ASX, I think there are a few ASX blue-chip shares that still have a compelling future. I usually mention Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS) in an article like this, but I’m going to look at three of the other businesses I like. I’d happily put $3,000 across the three of them.  

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG)

This ASX financial share is one of the biggest institutions listed in Australia. I like the diversification that the business provides because it has four different segments: investment banking (Macquarie Capital), asset management (Macquarie Asset Management (MAM)), commodities and global markets (CGM) and banking and financial services (BFS).

The company has a global earnings base, but I’m particularly excited about local earnings because of the BFS division’s growth.

Macquarie is capturing savers with the no-rules savings account that offers a good interest rate, while borrowers are attracted to a competitive interest rate with rapid approvals, which appeal to mortgage brokers and their clients.

In the FY26 first-half result, the financial business reported its home loan portfolio had grown 13% since 31 March 2025 – a very strong annualised result. It now has 6.5% of the Australian market, with growth driven by the broker channel with “technology investment enabling market-leading turnaround times”. It has significantly higher customer satisfaction than its big bank rivals.

BFS deposits grew 12% since 31 March 2025 to $192.5 billion, with growth driven by “market-leading digital banking experiences”.

If it continues growing its loan book and deposits at that pace, it has a compelling future ahead.

Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL)

Coles is another ASX blue-chip share worth owning, in my view. Not only does it have defensive earnings, but it’s also growing at a much stronger pace than rival Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW).

In the first quarter of FY26, Coles reported total sales growth of 3.9%, with supermarket sales excluding tobacco growing by 7%, which is a very impressive growth rate for such a large business.

Coles said this growth is down to its focus on ensuring its range and value offering continues to resonate with customers, coupled with further improvements in availability and strong e-commerce sales growth. The company said that the customer experienced improvement across all key metrics in the FY26 first quarter, including availability, quality and price.

For this defensive business, it’s only trading at 24x FY26’s estimated earnings, according to the projection on Commsec.

Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES)

Wesfarmers has regularly impressed me over the years. In particular, i’m drawn to its ability to focus on the long-term for shareholders, generating profitable growth. Bunnings and Kmart are two wonderful examples of how to provide customers with a compelling retail offering and fend off competition.

The company is willing to make big calls with its business portfolio for the long-term benefit of its earnings and balance sheet, such as the decisions to divest Coles and diversify into healthcare and lithium mining. In ten years, the Wesfarmers earnings ‘pie’ could look quite different, but I think it will continue to be a compelling ASX blue-chip share to own for many years.

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

Data shows Aussie investors are pouring more and more cash into ASX ETFs. 

There are currently three funds that are significantly larger in terms of market cap. 

These funds are common choices for new and experienced investors looking for set and forget options. 

While past performance doesn’t guarantee future returns, these funds have performed over the last 10-20 years. 

As the year approaches its end, let’s see which one has performed the best in 2025. 

Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS)

The Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF is the largest ASX ETF by market cap. 

Recent data (October 2025) shows it has a market cap of more than $22 billion. 

Put simply, it offers exposure to the top 300 companies listed on the ASX.

Its largest exposure is to blue-chip companies like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) and BHP Group (ASX: BHP), with 10.3% and 7.9% exposure respectively. 

Historically, dating back to its initial inception in 2009, it has offered returns of roughly 9% per annum.

However this year, it has risen approximately 6%. 

Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (ASX: VGS)

This fund is often paired alongside the VAS ETF. 

That’s because the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF provides exposure to around 1,300 companies from developed countries, excluding Australia.

It is Australia’s second largest ETF, with a market capitalisation of approximately $13.8 billion. 

The ETF invests in companies from around 23 different countries including the U.S, Japan, U.K, Canada, France, and Switzerland.

It offers exposure to the largest global companies including Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) and Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT). 

Since inception in 2014, it has provided annualised returns of approximately 13%. 

In 2025, the fund has risen by 10.47%. 

iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)

The fund is different from the previous two. While the others focus on Australian and international stocks, the IVV ETF aims to provide investors with the performance of the S&P 500 Index, before fees and expenses. 

The index is designed to measure the performance of large capitalisation US equities.

It is the third largest ASX ETF, with a market capitalisation of just under $13 billion. 

In the last 10 years, it has provided annualised returns of approximately 15%. 

Its largest exposure by underlying holding is also to Nvidia Inc (NASDAQ: NVDA), Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) and Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT). 

In 2025, it has risen by 9.23%. 

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Motley Fool contributor Aaron Bell has positions in BHP Group and Vanguard Msci Index International Shares ETF. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, and iShares S&P 500 ETF. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended the following options: long January 2026 $395 calls on Microsoft and short January 2026 $405 calls on Microsoft. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Apple, BHP Group, Microsoft, Nvidia, Vanguard Msci Index International Shares ETF, and iShares S&P 500 ETF. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

A new report from Wilsons Advisory and Canaccord Genuity says momentum is turning positive for ASX resources shares – particularly mining. 

Greg Burke, Equity Strategist, said after a three-year downturn, momentum in the mining sector appears to be turning. 

He said broad-based strength across major commodities now underpinning what could be the early stage of a significant resources upgrade cycle.

Why have resources shares lagged?

According to the report, a negative view on China’s growth has contributed to the multi-year downtrend in resources (with the notable exception of gold).

This has been particularly focussed on the weakness in its property sector, which remains central to demand for iron ore. 

While China’s economy may slow further, investor sentiment seems to be improving, supported by easier monetary policy and rising credit availability.

We also see potential for large-scale stimulus in China in 2026, as greater clarity emerges around the US tariff situation, which would have positive implications for commodity pricing.

What’s changing?

Mr Burke said there are a few catalysts for a rebound for resources shares. 

Overall, the macro environment is becoming more supportive for resources thanks to: 

• Rate cuts in the US that should help stimulate global commodity demand
• A weaker USD offers a tailwind for dollar-priced commodities
• Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will also take effect early next year and is expected to stimulate US manufacturing
• Further easing of trade frictions between the US and the rest of the world could help improve global growth.

Overall, more supportive supply/demand fundamentals for most metals are now driving upgrades to consensus commodity price forecasts and, importantly, translating into stronger earnings expectations for the ASX Mining sector.

What stocks should investors target?

The Motley Fool’s Cameron England reported earlier this week on the ASX copper shares recommended by Wilsons Advisory and Canaccord Genuity. 

They also listed other ASX resources shares to target. 

Firstly, in the already booming gold sector, the preferred large cap exposures are Evolution Mining Ltd (ASX: EVN) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST). 

Evolution Mining offers the cleanest gold leverage over the near-term in our view, as it has demonstrated best-in-class operational delivery and offers an attractive FCF yield over the next couple years, while NST offers the greatest medium-term upside in our view, driven by its strong production growth outlook, its relatively attractive valuation, and the rolling off of its hedging profile.

Wilsons Advisory/Canaccord Genuity has price targets of $12.25 on Evolution Mining shares and $34.50 on Northern Star Resources shares. 

The report also noted that iron ore demand faces structural headwinds and sees risks as skewed to the downside over the medium term. 

With that in mind, the report said its preferred iron ore exposure is to BHP Group (ASX: BHP). 

Our preferred iron ore exposure is BHP (BHP), the lowest-cost producer globally with a strong track record of operational delivery and disciplined management. Its commodity mix is relatively attractive compared to the other majors, with ~45% of FY26 EBITDA expected to come from copper (where we have a more favourable view), providing valuable diversification beyond iron ore.

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Motley Fool contributor Aaron Bell has positions in BHP 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.

If you are looking for investment ideas, then it could pay to listen to what Bell Potter is saying.

That’s because the broker has just released its latest top Australian picks that feature in its core portfolio.

It notes that its “Core Portfolio is a diversified, benchmark aware portfolio of 25-35 Australian equities, with a bias towards growth-orientated, quality companies.”

Here are three ASX 200 shares that make the cut this month:

Amcor (ASX: AMC)

This packaging giant has been named in the core portfolio. Bell Potter is positive on the company’s outlook due to its transformative merger with Berry Global. It believes the transaction positions Amcor for growth and improves the quality of its earnings. It said:

The investment thesis for Amcor is based on its transformative merger with Berry Global, which positions the company for a period of significant growth and quality improvement. The merger is expected to drive two years of double-digit EPS growth, fuelled by an estimated $650 million in synergies, with ~80% anticipated to be realised within the first 24 months. Beyond the near-term earnings growth, the merger also creates a more resilient and less cyclical business by increasing its exposure to the defensive home & personal care and pharmaceutical sectors.

CAR Group Limited (ASX: CAR)

CAR Group, the owner of Carsales.com.au, could be a top option for investors according to Bell Potter. It highlights its attractive valuation and positive earnings growth outlook. The latter is expected to be underpinned by its ongoing penetration into large and underpenetrated markets. The broker said:

CAR screens favourably on a risk-adjusted return basis when considering the stability of earnings growth against comparable ASX-listed classifieds platforms. They recently re-iterated full year guidance at their AGM and yet the stock is down 15% from its August highs as valuations have compressed.

We expect EPS CAGR of 12% between FY25-28e driven by ongoing penetration into large and underpenetrated markets with a defined pathway of platform enhancements to extract value from its audience/networks. CAR’s Dealer subscription model and wide pay-per-lead price thresholds can protect against volume/price volatility, which is reflected in CAR’s stable earnings growth (historical + forecast), and provides for a preferred risk-adjusted return profile versus peers.

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC)

This logistics solutions technology features in the broker’s Core Portfolio. It likes WiseTech due to its predictable business model, recurring revenue, and ultra low churn rate. It commented:

WiseTech is a leading global provider of software solutions to the logistics industry, with its market-leading CargoWise One platform used by many of the world’s largest logistics providers. The company’s quality is underpinned by a highly predictable business model, with around 95% of its revenue being recurring and a customer churn rate of less than 1%. This provides clear and consistent cash flow, enabling a distinct path to deleverage, with management confident in reducing ND/EBITDA from ~3x in FY26 to 1.7x in FY27.

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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Amcor Plc and WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended CAR Group Ltd. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

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Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has helped investors take serious steps along the path to wealth — and with a gain of more than 21,000% over the past decade, it’s clearly made some early investors multimillionaires. This is because the company emerged as the world’s dominant designer of chips powering the high-growth industry of artificial intelligence (AI).

From today’s higher levels, I wouldn’t expect Nvidia stock to deliver a repeat performance over the next few years, but the stock still has what it takes to climb significantly — and even help investors grow their portfolios into the millions of dollars over the long run. Here’s why this stock still is a multimillionaire-maker. 

Nvidia’s daring move

First, a quick look at how Nvidia became a millionaire-maker in recent years. The company made a daring move, tailoring its graphics processing units (GPUs) to suit the needs of the promising field of AI — and it did this early on, putting itself on track for leadership. Nvidia won this bet, and the company’s ongoing innovation has kept it in the top spot.

All of this has translated into enormous growth, with double- and triple-digit revenue gains over the past few years. Profitability on sales also has been strong, as gross margin shows us — Nvidia generally has maintained a level greater than 70%.

NVDA Gross Profit Margin (Quarterly) data by YCharts

That said, investors have worried that Nvidia’s best days are in the past and growth will slow in the later stages of the AI boom.

AI across industries

Now let’s consider why Nvidia, even at this phase of the AI story, remains a stock that may significantly increase your wealth. And this is because Nvidia is positioned to serve every phase of AI and will be a key player as the use of AI expands across industries. Nvidia’s GPUs are the top product used for the training of AI models — but, importantly, these GPUs also are needed to power the models through their tasks.

The AI giant already has designed specific tools to facilitate the use of AI in various industries like healthcare and automotive, with a particular focus on autonomous vehicles. And just recently, Nvidia announced an investment in telecom giant Nokia as part of an effort to transform telecom networks — AI will drive this new connectivity, and Nvidia will be at the heart of this.

So, Nvidia is taking AI into a broad range of industries and revolutionizing the way things are done — this should result in strong revenue growth for many years to come. Nvidia’s growth won’t be tied uniquely to providing GPUs to data centers; instead, the use of AI across many areas should significantly contribute to the company’s growth.

This could supercharge stock performance over the long term — and as part of a diversified portfolio of quality assets, Nvidia could continue to be a multimillionaire-maker for investors.

This article was originally published on Fool.com. All figures quoted in US dollars unless otherwise stated.

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Major ASX 200 mining shares reached new 52-week highs on Thursday amid higher commodity prices this week.

Overnight, the iron ore price rose 0.39% to US$107.77 per tonne.

That’s a 3% rise in a week, which may not sound like much, but over the year to date, it makes up the bulk of the 4% overall gain.

The BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) share price rose 3.8% to a 52-week peak of $44.60 before closing at $44.50 on Thursday.

The Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG) share price lifted 1.15% to a 52-week high of $22.03 and closed at $21.63.

The Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) share price increased 3.9% to a 52-week high and closing value of $140.58.

The largest pure-play ASX 200 copper share, Sandfire Resources Ltd (ASX: SFR), also ripped on Thursday.

The Sandfire Resources share price rose 5.3% to an all-time record of $17.20 today before closing at $16.83.

At the time of writing, the copper price is trading at a four-month high of US$5.33 per pound, up 0.53%.

BHP and Rio Tinto have materially increased their exposure to copper amid higher demand due to the clean energy transition.

In fact, BHP is now the world’s largest copper producer.

The red metal formed 45% of BHP’s total underlying earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) in FY25, up from 29% in FY24.

The copper price has risen 5% this week and 34% in the year to date.

Analysts at Trading Economics commented on this week’s copper price rise:

The advance tracked a record peak on the London Metal Exchange last Friday due to supply constraints, including lower output in Chile, planned cuts by Chinese smelters, and a weaker dollar.

The dollar softened as markets positioned for a possible Federal Reserve rate cut next week.

Since the end of August, copper has risen around 13% on the LME amid ongoing shortages.

At the same time, traders increased shipments to the US to capitalize on elevated Comex prices amid ongoing uncertainty over potential future tariffs from President Donald Trump.

ASX mining ETFs also hit new price milestones

Several ASX mining exchange-traded funds (ETFs) also reached new 52-week highs today.

SPDR S&P/ASX 200 Resources ETF (ASX: OZR)

The OZR ETF lifted to a 52-week high of $14.89 on Thursday.

BHP, Fortescue, and Rio Tinto shares comprise 48% of holdings.

Betashares Australian Resources Sector ETF (ASX: QRE)

The QRE ETF rose to a 52-week high of $8.62 apiece today.

BHP, Fortescue, and Rio Tinto shares make up 47% of this ETF’s investments.

Global X Copper Miners ETF (ASX: WIRE)

The WIRE ETF rose to a record high of $20.62 today.

BHP and Sandfire Resources comprise almost 8% of holdings in this global copper ETF.

Capstone Copper Corp CDI (ASX: CSC) shares represent another 3.3%.

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Motley Fool contributor Bronwyn Allen has positions in BHP 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.

ASX silver share Broken Hill Mines Ltd (ASX: BHM) is 91 cents apiece on Thursday, down 6.19%.

Broken Hill Mines used to be Coolabah Metals, a company that first began trading on the ASX in 2022.

The company requested and was granted a suspension in August last year pending a material acquisition and re-compliance transaction.

After completing a reverse-acquisition and capital raise, Broken Hill Mines shares began trading on 21 July, opening at 41.5 cents.

Had you put just $3,000 into this ASX small-cap silver share then, your shareholding would be worth $6,577 today.

Let’s find out more about why this stock has skyrocketed in recent months.

Why is this ASX silver share on fire?

The reverse acquisition fundamentally changed the nature of the company, with new assets giving it more investment appeal.

At the same time, the silver price has more than doubled this year to record highs. Today, silver is worth US$58 per ounce.

Broken Hill Mines has two historical silver, lead, and zinc mines.

It owns 100% of Rasp and 70% of Pinnacles, and is further developing both.

The company reckons Rasp is the world’s largest silver, lead, and zinc deposit with a Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) of 10.1Mt at 9.4% ZnEq (5.7% Zn, 3.2% Pb, and 49g/t Ag).

The mine is currently operational and producing approximately 30,000 tonnes of silver-lead-zinc ore per month.

The on-site concentrator can process up to 750,000 dry metric tonnes of silver-lead-zinc ore per annum.

Pinnacles was placed into care and maintenance in 2020 due to the pandemic and is not operational as yet.

However, ongoing drilling is designed to grow the MRE, which is currently 6Mt at 10.9% ZnEq (4.7% Zn, 3.3% Pb, & 132g/t Ag).

The exploration target is up to 15Mt at 2%-4% Zn, 3%-6% Pb, and 40-125g/t Ag.

This year, the silver commodity price has ripped due to higher demand for silver for defence systems and clean energy technologies.

Billionaire metals investor Eric Sprott told Kitco News in March that the silver price could go to US$250-US$500 over the next 10 years.

Last month, the US Geological Survey (USGS) added silver to the nation’s critical minerals list, demonstrating its growing importance.

The Silver Institute says 2025 has been “a dramatic year for the silver market”.

What’s the latest news from Broken Hill Mines?

Today, Broken Hill Mines announced a mining and processing ramp-up at Rasp.

The explorer also released new assay results from drilling of Rasp’s main ore lode, specifically in the Blackwoods zone.

As stated earlier, Rasp has a total MRE of 10.1Mt at 9.4% ZnEq (5.7% Zn, 3.2% Pb, and 49g/t Ag).

To date, the Blackwoods zone’s contribution is 490kt at 18.3% ZnEq (8.3% Zn, 7.5% Pb, & 156g/t Ag).

The new drilling results include significant high grade mineralisation of 3m at 1,426g/t AgEq and thick intercepts up to 37.2m at 314g/t AgEq.

These results come from outside the existing MRE for Blackwoods, indicating the total MRE for Blackwoods and Rasp will likely rise.

Broken Hill Mines said:

BHM remains on target to launch an expanded 17,000m drilling program at the Rasp Mine in 2026, focused on further resource extensions of the Main Lode ore body.

The company also intends to begin first mining activities at Pinnacles in 2026.

The miner hopes its Rasp and Pinnacles operations next year will enable full utilisation of Rasp’s 750,000tpa capacity processing plant.

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Shares in BetMakers Technology Group Ltd (ASX: BET) were trading more than 10% higher on Thursday after the company announced a major deal with CrownBet.

The company said in a statement to the ASX that it had signed an exclusive five-year technology and services agreement with Betfair, “to deliver a full wagering stack for the development of CrownBet”.

As the company said in its statement:

Under the agreement, BetMakers will deliver its full wagering stack for CrownBet, including a fully customised deployment of the Company’s Apollo wagering platform, trading and risk management, content engine, and core platform technology. The end-to-end solution positions BetMakers as the technology and operational backbone of the CrownBet offering from launch.

More wins on the board

BetMakers said it was the most significant commercial milestone for its Apollo platform to date, “and further validates BetMakers’ strategy to provide a complete, vertically integrated B2B wagering solution to Tier-1 operators globally”.

The agreement also establishes a landmark alignment with Betfair and its parent company, Crown Resorts – one of Australia’s most recognised entertainment and hospitality groups.

BetMakers Chief Operating Officer Martin Tripp said it was a major endorsement of the Apollo platform.

To be selected by Betfair to power the return of CrownBet demonstrates the scalability, performance and commercial flexibility of our technology stack. By combining our Apollo platform with deep industry expertise and talent within Betfair, we are confident we can deliver a market-leading wagering experience and help to position CrownBet as a formidable player in the Australian market.

BetMakers shares traded as high as 19.5 cents on the news before settling back to be changing hands for 19 cents, up 8.5% by mid-afternoon.

Building on early gains

BetMakers also this week said it had signed a three-year agreement with Penn Entertainment (NASDAQ: PENN) for the distribution of Penn’s racing content.

The company said, in a broader market update, that it was “experiencing strong digital momentum with eight digital customers launched in the second quarter of FY26 and eight scheduled for the balance of FY26, supported by a further pipeline of additional growth opportunities globally”.

BetMakers said the Penn deal was expected to increase the company’s EBITDA by about $1.2 million per year over the term of the contract.

BetMakers Chief Executive Jake Henson said the Penn deal, which expanded on an existing arrangement, was “a positive step for both parties, and we look forward to a successful and profitable partnership”.

BetMakers was valued at $195.7 million at the close of trade on Wednesday.

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