ASX 200 Stocks to Watch in FY26: Woodside, Nine, and AFT Show Value Traits

June 26, 2025 03:11 PM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media

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Nine Entertainment Enhances Digital Footprint in Media Evolution

Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd (ASX:NEC), listed on the ASX 100, spans broadcast, publishing, and streaming. Shifting viewer habits and declining traditional ad revenues have reshaped the media sector, placing digital transition at the forefront of strategic planning.

Nine’s acquisition of Fairfax Media and growth in its Stan streaming platform highlight this transition. Its digital operations continue to grow relevance, and recent efforts to integrate content delivery across platforms strengthen its competitive advantage. The group’s wide-ranging media assets provide resilience amid advertising market variability.

AFT Pharmaceuticals Focuses on Growth Through Product Innovation

AFT Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX:AFP), listed on the All Ordinaries, operates in the pharmaceutical segment with a strong commitment to over-the-counter and prescription health solutions. The company has advanced its pipeline in respiratory and pain relief products and is expanding across global regions.

The firm’s distribution partnerships and product approvals have extended its reach. Despite market competition, AFT’s emphasis on innovation and revenue diversity supports its outlook. With expansion into new territories and the introduction of new formulations, the company is steadily building scale beyond the domestic market.

Sector Outlooks Underline Recalibration Ahead of FY26

Across sectors, listed companies are managing transformation strategies as economic cycles influence operations. Energy producers like Woodside are adapting to global supply patterns, while media firms such as Nine are realigning toward digital content consumption. Pharmaceuticals, represented by AFT, focus on scalable innovation across markets.

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