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    ASX Penny Stocks Spotlight: Botanix Pharmaceuticals And Two More Promising Picks

    Simply Wall St·12/31/2025 02:05:10
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    As the Australian market approaches the holiday season, it seems to be winding down with a slight dip of 0.2%, largely attributed to profit-taking as major Wall Street indices near all-time highs. Despite this quiet period, investors may find intriguing opportunities in penny stocks, a term that might seem outdated but still signifies potential growth avenues in smaller or emerging companies. These stocks can offer significant returns when backed by strong financials; let's explore three such promising picks on the ASX that could present hidden value and resilience.

    Top 10 Penny Stocks In Australia

    Name Share Price Market Cap Rewards & Risks
    Alfabs Australia (ASX:AAL) A$0.405 A$111.77M ✅ 4 ⚠️ 4 View Analysis >
    EZZ Life Science Holdings (ASX:EZZ) A$1.39 A$66.04M ✅ 2 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
    Dusk Group (ASX:DSK) A$0.78 A$48.57M ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
    IVE Group (ASX:IGL) A$3.00 A$456.46M ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
    MotorCycle Holdings (ASX:MTO) A$3.14 A$230.45M ✅ 4 ⚠️ 1 View Analysis >
    Veris (ASX:VRS) A$0.074 A$39.99M ✅ 3 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
    West African Resources (ASX:WAF) A$3.14 A$3.44B ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
    Service Stream (ASX:SSM) A$2.26 A$1.37B ✅ 3 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
    EDU Holdings (ASX:EDU) A$0.825 A$121.62M ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >
    MaxiPARTS (ASX:MXI) A$2.26 A$124.98M ✅ 4 ⚠️ 2 View Analysis >

    Click here to see the full list of 420 stocks from our ASX Penny Stocks screener.

    We'll examine a selection from our screener results.

    Botanix Pharmaceuticals (ASX:BOT)

    Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★☆☆

    Overview: Botanix Pharmaceuticals Limited is a commercial dermatology company operating in Australia and the United States with a market capitalization of A$246.33 million.

    Operations: The company generates revenue from its Research and Development Dermatology and Antimicrobial Products segment, amounting to A$5.79 million.

    Market Cap: A$246.33M

    Botanix Pharmaceuticals, with a market cap of A$246.33 million, is a commercial dermatology company that remains pre-revenue despite generating A$5.79 million from its R&D segment. The company is unprofitable and has experienced increasing losses over the past five years. It operates without debt and maintains short-term assets of A$99.6 million that cover both its short- and long-term liabilities comfortably. However, it faces challenges with less than a year of cash runway based on current free cash flow levels and an inexperienced management team averaging 1.4 years in tenure, though its board is seasoned with 6.4 years average tenure.

    ASX:BOT Financial Position Analysis as at Dec 2025
    ASX:BOT Financial Position Analysis as at Dec 2025

    Oneview Healthcare (ASX:ONE)

    Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★☆

    Overview: Oneview Healthcare PLC develops and sells software services for the healthcare sector across various regions including Ireland, the United States, Australia, the Middle East, and Asia, with a market cap of A$299.22 million.

    Operations: The company's revenue is generated from its Patient Engagement Solution for the healthcare sector, amounting to €11.57 million.

    Market Cap: A$299.22M

    Oneview Healthcare, with a market cap of A$299.22 million, generates revenue from its Patient Engagement Solution amounting to €11.57 million but remains unprofitable with increasing losses over the past five years. The company is debt-free and has sufficient cash runway for approximately 1.2 years if free cash flow growth continues at historical rates. Recent developments include a strategic partnership with Peterson Health to implement its Care Experience Platform, enhancing patient care through innovative digital solutions. While the management team is experienced, the board's average tenure suggests inexperience, indicating potential governance challenges as it scales globally.

    ASX:ONE Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Dec 2025
    ASX:ONE Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Dec 2025

    Vysarn (ASX:VYS)

    Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating: ★★★★★★

    Overview: Vysarn Limited offers water services across sectors such as resources, urban development, government and utilities in Australia, with a market cap of A$366.57 million.

    Operations: The company generates revenue through its Advisory segment (A$20.02 million), Industrial segment (A$60.50 million), and Technology segment (A$25.98 million).

    Market Cap: A$366.57M

    Vysarn Limited, with a market cap of A$366.57 million, operates in the water services sector and shows promising financial health. The company has more cash than debt, and its operating cash flow covers its debt significantly. Vysarn's earnings have grown by 34.3% over the past year, surpassing industry averages, though its net profit margins slightly declined from last year. The company's short-term assets comfortably cover both short- and long-term liabilities. Trading below estimated fair value and with an experienced management team in place, Vysarn appears well-positioned for continued growth amidst stable weekly volatility rates.

    ASX:VYS Financial Position Analysis as at Dec 2025
    ASX:VYS Financial Position Analysis as at Dec 2025

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