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West Australian
17-05-2025
- Business
- West Australian
Smoothing out the business of business travel
Upgraded business cabins, new non-stop flights and better connections are set to transform corporate travel for Australian professionals, believes the team at Corporate Traveller. Corporate Traveller is a Flight Centre Travel Group offshoot which just handles business travel. And, globally, that forecast to be worth $2.374 trillion by the end of 2025. The Corporate Traveller team reckons 2025 will be a 'breakout year' for corporate travel innovation, and has identified key airline upgrades which it believes will redefine business travel this year: 'With a focus on convenience and efficiency, these upgrades reflect the growing demand for smarter, more tailored travel experiences.' Tom Walley, the Australian-based global managing director at Corporate Traveller, says: 'The aviation industry is stepping up in ways we haven't seen in years as passenger volumes grow quarter on quarter. Both Perth and Melbourne have already surpassed pre-pandemic international travel levels and our own data shows 40 per cent of Australian businesses plan to increase their travel in the 2025 financial year. 'This recovery is driving targeted investments from airlines, spanning upgraded cabins, expanded routes, and improved connectivity to meet demand.' Tom says innovations like Emirates' next-generation business class on its Boeing 777 blends luxury with productivity. 'These changes go beyond incremental improvements,' he says. 'They're redefining how Australians travel and work, setting a new standard for the modern business journey.' The Corporate Traveller team has picked five airline enhancements that it believes will be game changers for Australia's business travellers. 1. Non-stop flights to key global markets Qantas is planning to introduce new direct flights to destinations such as Athens, Chicago, Las Vegas and Seattle this year. They will mean 220,000 extra seats over a 12-month period, starting from February. Tom says: 'Qantas' expansion of non-stop flights is a pivotal development for Australian business travellers. Direct access to key international markets means reduced travel times and increased efficiency, allowing professionals to focus more on their business objectives and less on transit. 'Beyond that, Chicago, Las Vegas and Seattle are particularly significant for business travellers with Chicago being a major hub for finance, tech and manufacturing, while Vegas is the heart of global conferences and trade shows. As the home of Microsoft and Amazon, Seattle is also an important destination for tech professionals, while Athens is a growing gateway to Southern Europe.' 2. Cathay Pacific raises the bar with all-new Aria Suite The Corporate Traveller team is excited about the Aria Suite, which was retrofitted in Boeing 777-300ER aircraft launched early in 2025. Each suite has a full, lie-flat bed with sliding privacy doors and 4K entertainment system and marble topped surfaces. Tom says: 'Cathay Pacific's Aria Suite is a game changer for Australian business travellers, particularly for those flying to key hubs in Asia and beyond. The ability to customise your environment, whether to rest, work or relax, ensures professionals can optimise their in-flight time and arrive at their destinations ready to perform. These upgrades set a new standard for long-haul excellence. 'Beyond comfort, the Aria Suite reflects a broader shift toward creating in-flight 'office in the sky' experiences, catering to the evolving needs of business travellers who demand flexibility and productivity.' 3. Emirates unveils the new Boeing 777 business class Following Cathay Pacific's introduction of the Aria Suite, Emirates is also revamping business class on the Boeing 777 aircraft, with fully enclosed privacy suites, lie-flat beds and a personal minibar. Each suite has a touchscreen tablet for seat and lighting controls, and there is high-speed wifi. 'These upgrades are designed to meet the growing demand for productivity and comfort,' says Tom. 'Emirates' move underlines an emerging 'luxury-plus-productivity' model that enables business travellers to capitalise on flight hours as an extension of the work day, without compromising on comfort.' 4. Virgin and Qatar alliance unlocks global networks The partnership between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways improves connectivity for corporate travellers. It is expected to launch in mid-2025, pending ACCC ratification. Tom says: 'This partnership isn't just about adding destinations; it's about creating a seamless travel experience for businesses. By combining Virgin Australia's domestic expertise with Qatar Airways' global network, this alliance will simplify complex itineraries and offer more flexibility and access to some of the world's fastest-growing economic hubs. 'Australian travellers can expect more choice, competitive pricing and streamlined loyalty benefits — elements that promise to reshape the competitive landscape in business travel.' 5. New business class lounges Business travellers can look forward to a wave of premium lounge upgrades this year, with the long-awaited flagship First Lounge at Heathrow Airport being a standout. It is set to open by late 2025. Its opening will align with the launch of Qantas Project Sunrise direct flights between the UK, New York and Australia's east coast. Tom says: 'From more efficient routes to luxe on-ground experiences, the coming year marks a paradigm shift for Australian corporate travel. For businesses navigating the global stage, these airline innovations offer a vital strategic edge that make every hour in transit an opportunity for productivity, networking and growth.'
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
Corrective to May 12 story on Statcan-Travel
In a May 12 story about Canadians travelling to the U.S., The Canadian Press misspelled the last name of Amra Durakovic. It also erroneously referred to Flight Central Travel Group. In fact, it is Flight Centre Travel Group. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 13, 2024. The Canadian Press Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Shareholders in Flight Centre Travel Group (ASX:FLT) are in the red if they invested a year ago
The simplest way to benefit from a rising market is to buy an index fund. But if you buy individual stocks, you can do both better or worse than that. Investors in Flight Centre Travel Group Limited (ASX:FLT) have tasted that bitter downside in the last year, as the share price dropped 38%. That's well below the market return of 8.8%. Even if you look out three years, the returns are still disappointing, with the share price down35% in that time. The falls have accelerated recently, with the share price down 29% in the last three months. With that in mind, it's worth seeing if the company's underlying fundamentals have been the driver of long term performance, or if there are some discrepancies. Our free stock report includes 2 warning signs investors should be aware of before investing in Flight Centre Travel Group. Read for free now. While the efficient markets hypothesis continues to be taught by some, it has been proven that markets are over-reactive dynamic systems, and investors are not always rational. By comparing earnings per share (EPS) and share price changes over time, we can get a feel for how investor attitudes to a company have morphed over time. Unfortunately Flight Centre Travel Group reported an EPS drop of 29% for the last year. The share price decline of 38% is actually more than the EPS drop. Unsurprisingly, given the lack of EPS growth, the market seems to be more cautious about the stock. The company's earnings per share (over time) is depicted in the image below (click to see the exact numbers). It's good to see that there was some significant insider buying in the last three months. That's a positive. On the other hand, we think the revenue and earnings trends are much more meaningful measures of the business. Dive deeper into the earnings by checking this interactive graph of Flight Centre Travel Group's earnings, revenue and cash flow. Flight Centre Travel Group shareholders are down 36% for the year (even including dividends), but the market itself is up 8.8%. Even the share prices of good stocks drop sometimes, but we want to see improvements in the fundamental metrics of a business, before getting too interested. Longer term investors wouldn't be so upset, since they would have made 6%, each year, over five years. If the fundamental data continues to indicate long term sustainable growth, the current sell-off could be an opportunity worth considering. It's always interesting to track share price performance over the longer term. But to understand Flight Centre Travel Group better, we need to consider many other factors. Case in point: We've spotted 2 warning signs for Flight Centre Travel Group you should be aware of. Flight Centre Travel Group is not the only stock insiders are buying. So take a peek at this free list of small cap companies at attractive valuations which insiders have been buying. Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on Australian exchanges. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Shareholders in Flight Centre Travel Group (ASX:FLT) are in the red if they invested a year ago
The simplest way to benefit from a rising market is to buy an index fund. But if you buy individual stocks, you can do both better or worse than that. Investors in Flight Centre Travel Group Limited (ASX:FLT) have tasted that bitter downside in the last year, as the share price dropped 38%. That's well below the market return of 8.8%. Even if you look out three years, the returns are still disappointing, with the share price down35% in that time. The falls have accelerated recently, with the share price down 29% in the last three months. With that in mind, it's worth seeing if the company's underlying fundamentals have been the driver of long term performance, or if there are some discrepancies. Our free stock report includes 2 warning signs investors should be aware of before investing in Flight Centre Travel Group. Read for free now. While the efficient markets hypothesis continues to be taught by some, it has been proven that markets are over-reactive dynamic systems, and investors are not always rational. By comparing earnings per share (EPS) and share price changes over time, we can get a feel for how investor attitudes to a company have morphed over time. Unfortunately Flight Centre Travel Group reported an EPS drop of 29% for the last year. The share price decline of 38% is actually more than the EPS drop. Unsurprisingly, given the lack of EPS growth, the market seems to be more cautious about the stock. The company's earnings per share (over time) is depicted in the image below (click to see the exact numbers). It's good to see that there was some significant insider buying in the last three months. That's a positive. On the other hand, we think the revenue and earnings trends are much more meaningful measures of the business. Dive deeper into the earnings by checking this interactive graph of Flight Centre Travel Group's earnings, revenue and cash flow. Flight Centre Travel Group shareholders are down 36% for the year (even including dividends), but the market itself is up 8.8%. Even the share prices of good stocks drop sometimes, but we want to see improvements in the fundamental metrics of a business, before getting too interested. Longer term investors wouldn't be so upset, since they would have made 6%, each year, over five years. If the fundamental data continues to indicate long term sustainable growth, the current sell-off could be an opportunity worth considering. It's always interesting to track share price performance over the longer term. But to understand Flight Centre Travel Group better, we need to consider many other factors. Case in point: We've spotted 2 warning signs for Flight Centre Travel Group you should be aware of. Flight Centre Travel Group is not the only stock insiders are buying. So take a peek at this free list of small cap companies at attractive valuations which insiders have been buying. Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on Australian exchanges. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Asian Small Caps With Insider Action: Undervalued Picks For April 2025
As global trade tensions escalate, Asian markets are navigating a complex landscape marked by shifting tariffs and economic uncertainty. Despite these challenges, small-cap stocks in Asia may present unique opportunities for investors seeking value amidst volatility. Identifying promising small-cap stocks often involves looking at companies with strong fundamentals and potential for growth, particularly in sectors that can weather or benefit from current market dynamics. Name PE PS Discount to Fair Value Value Rating Security Bank 4.6x 1.1x 40.86% ★★★★★★ Atturra 26.4x 1.1x 42.16% ★★★★★☆ Viva Energy Group NA 0.1x 41.21% ★★★★★☆ Puregold Price Club 8.2x 0.4x 3.48% ★★★★☆☆ Dicker Data 18.7x 0.6x -33.24% ★★★★☆☆ Hansen Technologies 291.8x 2.8x 23.66% ★★★★☆☆ PWR Holdings 36.2x 5.0x 21.42% ★★★☆☆☆ Integral Diagnostics 151.6x 1.7x 43.08% ★★★☆☆☆ Manawa Energy NA 2.7x 40.74% ★★★☆☆☆ Charter Hall Long WALE REIT NA 11.0x 26.19% ★★★☆☆☆ Click here to see the full list of 64 stocks from our Undervalued Asian Small Caps With Insider Buying screener. Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Flight Centre Travel Group operates as a travel agency offering leisure and corporate travel services, with a market cap of A$3.91 billion. Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from its Leisure and Corporate segments, with the Leisure segment being the largest contributor. Over recent periods, gross profit margin has shown a recovery trend, reaching 42.18% by December 2024. Operating expenses consistently represent a significant portion of costs, with sales and marketing being notable components. The net income margin reflects an improvement over time, turning positive in recent quarters after previous losses. PE: 23.6x Flight Centre Travel Group, a smaller player in the Asian market, has shown signs of being undervalued despite facing challenges. Their recent half-year earnings revealed sales of A$1.3 billion, up from A$1.29 billion the previous year, though net income dropped to A$60 million from A$86 million. Insider confidence is evident as an insider purchased shares worth approximately A$5 million, increasing their holdings by 2%. Although profit margins have declined to 4.1% from last year's 6%, earnings are projected to grow annually by over 23%. Delve into the full analysis valuation report here for a deeper understanding of Flight Centre Travel Group. Review our historical performance report to gain insights into Flight Centre Travel Group's's past performance. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★★☆☆ Overview: Lycopodium is an engineering and project management consultancy firm primarily focused on the resources sector, with a market capitalization of A$0.47 billion. Operations: The Resources segment is the primary revenue driver, contributing significantly to the company's total income. Over recent periods, net profit margin has shown an upward trend, reaching 16.73% by December 2023, indicating improved profitability. Operating expenses have been relatively stable compared to gross profits, suggesting efficient cost management in relation to revenue growth. PE: 9.1x Lycopodium, a company recently added to the S&P/ASX Emerging Companies Index, has shown insider confidence with Steven Chadwick acquiring 8,000 shares in the past year. Despite a slight dip in revenue and net income for H1 2025 compared to the previous year, they project full-year revenues between A$320 million and A$340 million. The firm's reliance on external borrowing presents some risk, yet their updated earnings guidance suggests potential stability moving forward. Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Lycopodium's valuation report. Evaluate Lycopodium's historical performance by accessing our past performance report. Simply Wall St Value Rating: ★★★☆☆☆ Overview: T.S. Lines is a company engaged in container shipping and related services with a market capitalization of HK$5.38 billion. Operations: The company generates revenue primarily from container shipping and related services, with notable fluctuations in financial performance over the observed periods. In 2021, it achieved a gross profit margin of 50.69%, which declined to -3.86% by 2023 before recovering to 23.50% in early 2025. Operating expenses have varied, impacting net income margins across these years, with a peak net income margin of approximately 58.65% in 2021 and a low of about 2.37% in 2023. PE: 3.2x T.S. Lines, a smaller player in the Asian market, recently reported significant growth with sales reaching US$1.34 billion for 2024, up from US$874.6 million the previous year. Net income soared to US$365.91 million from US$20.71 million, reflecting strong operational performance despite forecasts of declining earnings over the next three years by an average of 19.2%. Insider confidence is evident as President Hung-Lin To acquired 300,000 shares for approximately US$1.23 million in March 2025, hinting at potential value recognition within the company amidst its higher-risk external funding reliance and strategic leadership changes including James Chen's expanded role as vice chairman and executive director since March 28, 2025. Dive into the specifics of T.S. Lines here with our thorough valuation report. Learn about T.S. Lines' historical performance. Dive into all 64 of the Undervalued Asian Small Caps With Insider Buying we have identified here. Hold shares in these firms? Setup your portfolio in Simply Wall St to seamlessly track your investments and receive personalized updates on your portfolio's performance. Enhance your investing ability with the Simply Wall St app and enjoy free access to essential market intelligence spanning every continent. Explore high-performing small cap companies that haven't yet garnered significant analyst attention. Fuel your portfolio with companies showing strong growth potential, backed by optimistic outlooks both from analysts and management. Find companies with promising cash flow potential yet trading below their fair value. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Companies discussed in this article include ASX:FLT ASX:LYL and SEHK:2510. 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