Ramsay Health Care

Australia’s largest private healthcare provider is growing turnover, making a profit and rewarding shareholders. It’s still failing to impress a sharemarket that is constantly being reminded of the sector’s poor health.

Demand for minerals needed for decarbonisation and the lower Australian dollar are driving increased M&A activity in Australia, and analysts say the trend is likely to pick up, with the availability of well-valued stocks adding appeal for would-be buyers.