Appen (APX) is held by 1 ASX ETF. Over the last 6 months it fell 19.9%: on $10,000, −$1986. We explain 12 big moves in that time.
About APX
- SectorInformation Technology
- IndustrySoftware & Services
- Size$310.1m
- Held by1 ETF
- Big moves12 in 6M
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.
- −7.2%11 Jun 2026· Sector Flow
Sector-wide weakness in ASX AI stocks likely dragged Appen down despite the following day's positive commentary.
- −8.1%4 Jun 2026· Sector Flow
No specific news for APX.AX on the event date; the related articles are generic AI sector pieces, and the price move may reflect broad AI sector sentiment rather than a company-specific event.
- +7.4%1 Jun 2026· Sector Flow
Appen Limited rose 7.36% amid broad ASX AI and technology sector focus, likely driven by sector rotation into AI stocks rather than company-specific news.
- +9.4%22 May 2026· Analyst
Appen shares surged 9% following positive broker commentary from Canaccord, which expressed optimism about the AI data firm.
- −7.4%21 May 2026· Unknown
Appen shares fell despite broader market and AI-sector gains on May 21, likely due to profit-taking after a sharp rally.
- +7.7%14 May 2026· Sector Flow
The stock rose as part of a broader market rotation into under-the-radar ASX AI shares.
- −27.4%1 May 2026· Earnings Miss
Appen's Q1 FY26 quarterly report showed mixed segment results and steady guidance, underwhelming investors and triggering a sharp selloff.
- +8.2%16 Apr 2026· Sector Flow
The stock moved up 8.21% in line with a strong rebound in ASX 200 tech shares, indicating a broad sector rally rather than a company-specific event.
Held by 1 ETF
Of every $10,000 in each fund, how much is in APX today.
Why did APX rise 9.4% on 22 May 2026?
Appen
Appen shares surged 9% following positive broker commentary from Canaccord, which expressed optimism about the AI data firm.
The most direct news article references Canaccord's optimism on Appen, aligning with the 9% price surge. The other headlines group Appen with other rising stocks but do not mention a specific company announcement or operational update, making broker-driven sentiment the most likely catalyst. Given the lack of a direct quote or detailed note, confidence is moderate.
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
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What it did to the 1 ETF holding APX
On $10,000 in each fund, at the weight it holds today