Appen (APX) is held by 1 ASX ETF. Over the last 3 months it rose 24.9%: on $10,000, +$2486. We explain 4 big moves in that time.
About APX
- SectorInformation Technology
- IndustrySoftware & Services
- Size$310.1m
- Held by1 ETF
- Big moves4 in 3M
Each dot is a move we explain. Tap one, or a row of Why it moved, to see what caused it.
Why it moved
- −15.9%peak −21.4%27 Aug 2026· Unknown
Appen likely fell sharply due to a company-specific negative event, with only weak sector-level selling providing partial context and no announcement or news found to explain the move.
- +9.1%peak +11.0%5 Aug 2026· Sector Flow
Appen (APX) rose sharply alongside a broad lift in Australian technology sector stocks, likely driven by positive sentiment flowing through the IT sector on the day.
- +10.3%30 Jul 2026· Operational
Appen reported strong Q2 FY26 results with 26% revenue growth and improved earnings, driven by China AI data growth.
- +17.9%peak +24.9%29 Jul 2026· Earnings Beat
Appen's quarterly activity report released after market hours on 28 July 2026 contained results strong enough to drive a sharp 22% price surge the following trading session.
Held by 1 ETF
Of every $10,000 in each fund, how much is in APX today.
Why did APX rise 17.9% on 29 Jul 2026?
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Appen's quarterly activity report released after market hours on 28 July 2026 contained results strong enough to drive a sharp 22% price surge the following trading session.
The Q2 FY26 Quarterly Activity Report and Appendix 4C was flagged as market-sensitive and released just under two hours before the price move was detected, making it the most direct and timely catalyst. The 5.8x ATR multiple and 22% gain are far in excess of what the broader IT sector move (1.3%) could explain on its own, ruling out sector tailwinds as the primary driver. Volume at only 1.83x normal is elevated but not extreme, suggesting a re-rating on positive news content rather than a speculative squeeze, which is consistent with a quarterly report beat driving institutional conviction buying.
General information only, not personal advice — prepared without regard to your objectives, financial situation or needs. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.
Evidence
ASX announcements
Sector / macro signals
What it did to the 1 ETF holding APX
On $10,000 in each fund, at the weight it holds today