Two Standout ASX300 Shares in Focus: WiseTech and Pilbara Minerals

May 16, 2025 11:53 AM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media

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WiseTech Global and Pilbara Minerals show distinct market movements in 2025

Lithium sector interest grows with Pilbara Minerals’ progress

Valuation indicators spotlight growth story of WiseTech

As investors continue to assess the evolving performance of the ASX300 index, two names — WiseTech Global (WTC) and Pilbara Minerals (PLS) — have remained in the spotlight for very different reasons in 2025. These companies operate in completely different industries, yet both are drawing attention as they navigate through a changing economic and market landscape.

WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC)

Founded in 1994, WiseTech Global is a major provider of cloud-based logistics software solutions. Its flagship platform, CargoWise, is now deeply embedded across global logistics operations, being used by 24 out of the 25 largest freight forwarders and 46 of the top 50 third-party logistics providers globally. The company’s services span freight forwarding, customs, warehousing, transport management, and more.

In 2025, the share price of WiseTech has declined around 16.2% year-to-date, bringing valuation discussions to the forefront. Its current price-to-sales (P/S) ratio stands at approximately 33.33x, which is higher than its 5-year average of 31.86x. This elevated ratio might reflect increased investor expectations or a continuation of strong revenue growth trends. Over the past three years, WiseTech has consistently expanded its top line, reinforcing its identity as a growth-oriented technology player.

With many income-focused portfolios also looking into ASX dividend stocks, growth names like WiseTech still capture attention due to their innovation and scalability across global markets.

Pilbara Minerals (ASX:PLS)

Pilbara Minerals is a significant figure in Australia’s growing lithium sector. The company wholly owns the Pilgangoora project — the world’s largest independent hard-rock lithium operation. Since its acquisition in 2014, Pilbara has scaled its spodumene concentrate production to support the booming electric vehicle and battery industries.

In 2025, the company’s stock has rebounded strongly, gaining nearly 31% from its 52-week low. This momentum follows increased lithium demand and strategic offtake agreements with companies such as Great Wall and POSCO. Pilbara’s unique selling approach includes long-term contracts and spot sales through its proprietary Battery Material Exchange (BMX) platform, offering price exposure flexibility in a volatile commodity market.

As part of the ASX300 index, Pilbara continues to benefit from rising interest in the battery materials sector — a key trend shaping the future of energy and mobility.

WiseTech Global and Pilbara Minerals present two very different stories within the ASX300 landscape — one rooted in digital transformation of logistics, and the other capitalising on the clean energy revolution. Their contrasting market movements and growth pathways offer valuable insights into sectoral trends influencing the broader index.

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