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Contango Asset Management Ltd. (AU:APL)
ASX:APL
Australian Market
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Contango Asset Management Ltd. (APL) Price & Analysis

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APL Stock Chart & Stats

AU$0.26
<AU$0.01(1.89%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
AU$0.26
<AU$0.01(1.89%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Very High Gross MarginA ~97.7% gross margin reflects a fee-driven asset management model with low direct cost of goods sold. That structural margin supports operating leverage as revenue scales, enabling durable profitability improvements if fixed costs remain controlled and AUM growth persists.
Return To Positive Operating & Free Cash FlowRe-establishing positive operating and free cash flow after multi-year burn materially improves financial flexibility. Sustainable cash generation reduces dilution risk, funds reinvestment or distributions, and is a key durable indicator that the business model can sustain operations without external funding.
Manageable LeverageLow debt-to-equity (~0.25) provides cushion against market volatility and gives the company room to invest in growth or absorb periodic losses. Conservative leverage is a lasting strength for capital allocation and reduces the likelihood of financial strain during industry cycles.
Bears Say
Persistent Net Losses And Negative ROEDespite margin and cash improvements, negative net margin and ROE indicate the firm has not converted top-line strength into shareholder returns. Persisting losses erode equity over time, limit reinvestment capacity, and undermine the long-term case unless sustained profitability is achieved.
Cash-flow Turnaround Remains EarlyOne year of positive cash flow after several years of burn is encouraging but not conclusive. If positive cash generation is not repeatable, the company may need to tap capital markets or cut investments, making the recovery fragile and creating medium-term execution risk.
Modest Revenue Growth And Scale LimitsModest top-line growth (~6.7% in 2025) limits the ability to leverage very high gross margins into significant operating profit. Asset managers benefit from scale; without faster, consistent FUM growth, margin advantages may not translate into durable earnings or competitive positioning.

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APL FAQ

What was Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Contango Asset Management Ltd. lowest share price was AU$0.10 and its highest was AU$0.40 in the past 12 months.
    What is Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s market cap?
    Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s market cap is AU$16.03M.
      When is Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 21, 2026 which is in 18 days.
        How were Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Contango Asset Management Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 26, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.001 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -AU$0.001.
          Is Contango Asset Management Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Contango Asset Management Ltd. pay dividends?
            Contango Asset Management Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.04 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Contango Asset Management Ltd. dividends here
              What is Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Contango Asset Management Ltd. have?
              Contango Asset Management Ltd. has 59,364,426 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Contango Asset Management Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Contango Asset Management Ltd. reported an EPS of -AU$0.001 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Contango Asset Management Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:APL
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Contango Asset Management Ltd. Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    29.16%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    5.15%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    Contango Asset Management Ltd.

                    Associate Global Partners Limited is a publicly listed investment management firm. It offers a range of investment strategies to its institutional clientele, encompassing large, mid, small, and micro-cap equities, alongside income-focused mandates. The company operated as Contango Asset Management Limited until it rebranded as Associate Global Partners Limited in November 2022. Its operations are based in Sydney, Australia.

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