Zacks Research Upgrades ASX (OTCMKTS:ASXFY) to Hold
by Kim Johansen · The Markets DailyASX (OTCMKTS:ASXFY – Get Free Report) was upgraded by research analysts at Zacks Research to a “hold” rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Tuesday,Zacks.com reports.
Other equities analysts have also recently issued research reports about the stock. UBS Group raised shares of ASX from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Wednesday, January 7th. The Goldman Sachs Group set a $57.00 price objective on shares of ASX and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday, January 8th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Hold rating, Based on data from MarketBeat, ASX presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $57.00.
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ASX Stock Up 3.1%
Shares of OTCMKTS:ASXFY opened at $37.92 on Tuesday. The company has a 50 day moving average of $37.13 and a 200 day moving average of $37.03. ASX has a 12 month low of $32.68 and a 12 month high of $48.43.
ASX News Roundup
Here are the key news stories impacting ASX this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Zacks Research revised ASX to a “hold” (an upgrade from a lower rating), a modest analyst catalyst that can support the stock. Zacks Research
- Positive Sentiment: The ASX 200 closed higher as oil prices surged on escalating Middle East tensions — higher market levels and volatility typically boost exchange trading volumes and derivatives activity, which can lift ASX revenue. ASX 200 closes higher as oil prices surge
- Positive Sentiment: Market commentary points to a global risk-on rally driven by oil moves and macro headlines — such swings lift trading volumes and derivatives flows that benefit exchange operators like ASX. The Morning Catch-Up: ASX set to pause after global surge
- Neutral Sentiment: Dividend notices for ASX-listed iShares ETFs (including IOZ) were highlighted — periodic ETF distributions can boost trading around ex-dates but are typically a recurring, predictable source of fee flow. Own ASX IOZ or other iShares ETFs? Here is your next dividend
- Neutral Sentiment: Broader market coverage discusses volatile drivers (ceasefire hopes, RBA rate jitters, oil shocks). These macro factors create episodic volume spikes but also add uncertainty about sustained revenue gains. ASX 200 Forecast: RBA Rate Jitters and Hormuz Oil Shock
- Negative Sentiment: Other coverage notes the ASX can waver when oil reverses and geopolitical headlines ebb — falling commodity-driven volatility could reduce trading volumes and pressure exchange revenues if sustained. ASX wavers as oil rebounds; Bendigo Bank soars on job cuts
ASX Company Profile
The Australian Securities Exchange (OTCMKTS:ASXFY) is Australia’s primary securities exchange operator, providing a comprehensive range of capital-markets services. Its core activities include the listing and trading of equities, exchange-traded funds, fixed income products, derivatives and commodities. ASX also operates clearing and settlement facilities through its Clearing House Electronic Subregister System (CHESS), ensuring the integrity and efficiency of post-trade processes for both domestic and international participants.
Established in 1987 through the merger of six state-based exchanges and demutualized in 1998, ASX has continually invested in market infrastructure and technology.