ASX:IAG.AX 26 January 2026

IAG share price set for post-holiday focus as $3.5bn weather bill revives premium-rise talk

Insurance Australia Group closed at A$7.33 Friday, down 0.5%, ahead of the ASX reopening after the Australia Day break. The Insurance Council reported A$3.5 billion in insured losses from extreme weather in 2025, with hailstorms causing A$1.4 billion. IAG’s half-year results are due Feb. 12. Investors await updates on claims and pricing momentum.

26 January 2026

ASX:IAG.AX·Stock Market

Why HBT Financial (HBT) Stands Out as a Strong Dividend Stock in 2024
March 20, 2026, 1:51 PM EDT. HBT Financial (HBT), a bank holding company in the Finance sector, offers a compelling dividend yield of 3.51%, higher than the Banks - Northeast industry's 2.48% and the S&P 500's 1.47%. The company has increased its dividend annually by an average of 7.62% over five years, with a current payout ratio of 33%, indicating sustainable dividends. Projected 19% earnings growth in 2026 supports future dividend raises. Despite rising interest rates challenging high-yield stocks, HBT's solid financials and a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating make it an attractive income stock for investors seeking steady cash flow and growth potential.