Highlights
- Aussie Broadband: Up 24.11% in a year with multiple broker buy ratings and target prices ranging AUD 6.00–6.85.
- Readytech Holdings: Jefferies target price of AUD 3 for cloud-based HR and recruitment software.
- Acusensus: Up 47.15% in a year with Canaccord targeting AUD 2.30, leveraging AI traffic solutions.
The Australian technology sector has faced recent turbulence, with the S&P/ASX 200 Info Tech Index (XIJ) down 4.99% today amid global tech sell-offs and broader market volatility. Amid a volatile technology sector, three ASX-listed small-cap stocks—Aussie Broadband Ltd (ASX: ABB), Readytech Holdings Ltd (ASX: RDY), and Acusensus Ltd (ASX: ACE)—have drawn attention from brokers with multiple buy ratings. These companies, spanning broadband services, cloud-based software, and AI-driven traffic solutions, are positioned to potentially benefit from both sector growth and investor confidence.
Aussie Broadband: Consistent Growth in Connectivity
Aussie Broadband is currently trading at AUD 4.89, down 3.36% on 13 February 2026 but up 24.11% over the past year. The company provides high-speed internet services across Australia, catering to both residential and business customers. Broker confidence remains strong: Ord Minnett issued a Buy rating with a target price of AUD 6.22, E&P provided a positive rating at AUD 6.00, while Jefferies and Canaccord Genuity issued Buy ratings with target prices of AUD 6.40 and AUD 6.85, respectively.
Readytech Holdings: Cloud-Based Solutions in Focus
Readytech Holdings is trading at AUD 1.82, down 2.93% today. The company provides cloud-based software solutions for human resources, payroll, and recruitment management. Jefferies has issued a Buy rating with a target price of AUD 3, signaling confidence in RDY’s ability to scale its platform offerings and grow recurring revenue streams.
Readytech’s software solutions benefit from increasing digitization across Australian businesses, especially in workforce management and compliance-focused services.
Acusensus: AI and Traffic Analytics
Acusensus is currently trading at AUD 1.81, down 2.43% today but up 47.15% over the past year. The company develops AI-driven camera and software systems for traffic enforcement and safety. Canaccord has issued a Buy rating with a target price of AUD 2.30.
The company’s growth is underpinned by increased demand for smart city solutions and traffic compliance technologies.
These three ASX small-cap technology stocks—ABB, RDY, and ACE—are attracting broker support due to growth prospects, expanding markets, and innovative products. While short-term volatility may persist, analysts expect the companies to continue their upward trajectory, providing potential opportunities for investors seeking exposure to the Australian tech sector.
FAQ
Q1: What is the current share price of Aussie Broadband Ltd?
A1: Aussie Broadband Ltd is trading at AUD 4.89 as of 13 February 2026.
Q2: Which broker issued a Buy rating for Readytech Holdings Ltd?
A2: Jefferies issued a Buy rating with a target price of AUD 3 for Readytech Holdings Ltd.
Q3: How much has Acusensus Ltd risen in the past year?
A3: Acusensus Ltd has increased by 47.15% over the past year.
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