In afternoon trade, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is on course to record a small decline. At the time of writing, the benchmark index is down 0.1% to 9,020.7 points.
Four ASX shares that are not letting that hold them back are listed below. Here's why they are rising:
Cedar Woods Properties Ltd (ASX: CWP)
The Cedar Woods share price is up 5% to $8.36. Investors have been buying the property company's shares following the release of a strong half-year result. Cedar Woods reported record net profit after tax of $39.6 million. This was up 163% on the previous corresponding period. In addition, management upgraded its FY 2026 guidance. It now expects net profit after tax growth of 30% to 35%. This is up from its previous guidance for a minimum of 20%. Cedar Woods' managing director, Nathan Blackburne, said: "This exceptional first half result helps set the Company up for a record full year profit result. We are upgrading guidance to 30% to 35% NPAT growth, a result that will deliver very strong shareholder return metrics. The upgrade has been made possible by strong sales conditions which has enabled additional price growth, further settlements and significantly lower marketing spend."
Clearview Wealth Ltd (ASX: CVW)
The Clearview Wealth share price is up 17% to 62.5 cents. This has been driven by takeover news. ClearView advised that it has entered into a scheme implementation deed with Zurich Financial Services Australia. Under the terms of the scheme, ClearView shareholders will receive cash consideration of 65 cents per share.
Emerald Resources NL (ASX: EMR)
The Emerald Resources share price is up 3% to $6.84. This has been driven by the gold miner's half-year results release. Emerald Resources reported a 7% increase in revenue to $257 million and a 23% lift in profit to $73.1 million. The company said: "Emerald's operating performance is underpinned by the consistent production achieved by the 100% owned Okvau Gold Mine, which has allowed the Company to invest in its growth strategy within its development and exploration portfolio, whilst strengthening its cash and bullion position."
Monadelphous Group Ltd (ASX: MND)
The Monadelphous share price is up 8% to $33.09. Investors have been buying this diversified services company's shares after it released its half-year results. Monadelphous reported a 52.6% increase in net profit after tax to $64.9 million. The company's managing director, Zoran Bebic, said: "Long-term demand in the resources and energy sectors is expected to continue, supported by an improved global economic growth outlook. Continued investment in new and existing operations in Western Australia's iron ore sector is driving demand for both maintenance and construction services, with the energy sector to offer substantial prospects."
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