NEXTDC, Vintage Energy and Embelton recorded the week’s biggest moves, but each came with a different reason and level of risk.
Across resources, takeovers and healthcare, investors rewarded firm deals while selling companies that still need cash or approvals.

Funding news drove the biggest share moves, with sharp falls at Rokeby, ADX Energy and Avenira despite fresh project announcements. Drilling, resource upgrades and takeover deals kept the materials sector active, but many projects still need cash, approvals or stronger technical proof.

Hummgroup, AMP and COG delivered the week’s biggest share price moves, while investors weighed business exits, weaker profits and changing growth plans.
Macquarie posted a major profit rise, but NAB and Westpac faced higher loan-loss charges.