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AZJ Stock Chart & Stats
AU$4.25
-AU$0.05(-1.18%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$4.25
-AU$0.05(-1.18%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$3.14 - AU$4.42
Previous CloseN/A
Volume4.73M
Average Volume (3M)5.23M
Market Cap
AU$7.05B
Enterprise ValueAU$11.51K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$43.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$5.20B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.1
Beta0.45
Next Earnings
Aug 17, 2026EPS Estimate
0.11Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.49%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.18
Shares Outstanding1,683,307,300
10 Day Avg. Volume6,154,615
30 Day Avg. Volume5,226,571
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.78
Price to Book (P/B)1.33
Price to Sales (P/S)1.40
P/FCF Ratio7.08
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$3.85Price Target Upside-9.41% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)0.28
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$4.26B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash Generation & Capital ReturnsSustained free cash flow growth and large on‑market buybacks plus a raised 90% payout ratio create durable shareholder return capacity and capital flexibility. Strong cash conversion supports sustaining capex, deleveraging or continued returns without relying on volatile commodity revenues.
Regulatory Progress In Network SegmentProgress on a long‑term UT5+ regulatory undertaking increases predictable, regulated income and reduces earnings cyclicality. A recurring ~$45m EBIT uplift strengthens the below‑rail cash flow base and improves visibility for multi‑year planning and return on regulated assets.
Large Long-term Contract Wins & DiversificationSecuring a decade‑long road‑to‑rail conversion contract materially improves contracted revenue visibility and utilises rollingstock/infrastructure. This diversifies away from pure coal exposure, aids asset utilisation planning, and supports stable mid‑term earnings and free cash flow.
Bears Say
Elevated Leverage And Leverage SensitivityHigher leverage constrains financial flexibility to absorb demand shocks or big capex swings and increases sensitivity to interest costs. At ~3.1x net debt/EBITDA and mid-50s gearing, debt levels limit room for rapid growth, making operational performance more critical to credit metrics.
Containerised Freight Profitability & Third-party RiskAn underperforming containerised division that remains loss-making and exposed to infrastructure disruptions and third‑party network outages undermines margin sustainability. Persistent mitigation costs and reliance on partners mean this business could drag consolidated margins until structural fixes complete.
Safety Deterioration And Operational RiskWorsening safety metrics raise the prospect of higher compliance, remediation and insurance costs, operational restrictions, and reputational damage. For a rail operator, persistent safety issues can constrain network access, increase scrutiny and costs, and materially affect long‑term operating resiliency.
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AZJ FAQ
What was Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Aurizon Holdings Ltd. lowest share price was AU$3.14 and its highest was AU$4.42 in the past 12 months.
What is Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s market cap?
Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s market cap is AU$7.05B.
When is Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 17, 2026 which is tomorrow.
How were Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Aurizon Holdings Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 15, 2026. The company reported AU$0.136 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$0.125 by AU$0.011.
Is Aurizon Holdings Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Aurizon Holdings Ltd. pay dividends?
Aurizon Holdings Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.125 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.49%. See more information on Aurizon Holdings Ltd. dividends here
What is Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s EPS estimate is 0.11.
How many shares outstanding does Aurizon Holdings Ltd. have?
Aurizon Holdings Ltd. has 1,683,307,300 shares outstanding.
What happened to Aurizon Holdings Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Aurizon Holdings Ltd. reported an EPS of AU$0.136 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$0.125. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Aurizon Holdings Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:AZJ
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Aurizon Holdings Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Sell
Average Price Target:
AU$3.85 (-9.41% Downside)
AU$3.85 (-9.41% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:AZJ Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
19.33%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
4.49%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.99%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Aurizon Holdings Ltd.
Aurizon Holdings Limited operates as a prominent rail freight service provider throughout Australia via its subsidiaries. The company organizes its business across Network, Coal, Bulk, and Other divisions. It specializes in transporting a diverse range of commodities, including products for the mining, agricultural, and industrial sectors, along with retail goods and groceries, linking major cities with regional communities. A significant part of its infrastructure includes the management and operation of the extensive 2,670-kilometer Central Queensland Coal Network. Beyond transportation, Aurizon offers a comprehensive array of expert services, covering rail design, engineering, construction, ongoing management, and maintenance, as well as complete supply chain solutions. Its clientele primarily consists of mining companies, agricultural producers, and a variety of industrial enterprises. Originally established in 2010 and based in Fortitude Valley, Australia, the company changed its name from QR National Limited to Aurizon Holdings Limited in December 2012.
AZJ Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$3.85
▼(-9.41% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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