--- title: "Discover 3 ASX Penny Stocks With Market Caps Over A$700M" type: "News" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/294859848.md" description: "The article highlights three ASX-listed companies with market caps exceeding A$700M, categorized as penny stocks: Bannerman Energy (ASX:BMN), DroneShield (ASX:DRO), and West African Resources (ASX:WAF). Bannerman is a pre-revenue uranium explorer with strong growth forecasts but limited cash runway. DroneShield, a defense tech firm, is profitable and debt-free despite an ongoing ASIC investigation. West African Resources shows robust financial health with significant earnings growth and high profit margins in the mining sector." datetime: "2026-08-04T19:15:17.000Z" locales: - [zh-CN](https://longbridge.com/zh-CN/news/294859848.md) - [en](https://longbridge.com/en/news/294859848.md) - [zh-HK](https://longbridge.com/zh-HK/news/294859848.md) generator: "portal-rs" --- # Discover 3 ASX Penny Stocks With Market Caps Over A$700M As Australian shares gear up for a modest gain, buoyed by strong performances in U.S. equities, the local market prepares for its own reporting season amidst some macroeconomic concerns. Investing in penny stocks—though often seen as a niche area—can still present growth opportunities, particularly when these stocks exhibit financial robustness. Despite being an older term, penny stocks remain relevant as they offer affordability and potential growth; this article will explore three such stocks that stand out due to their financial strength and promising prospects. Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener. ## Bannerman Energy (ASX:BMN) **Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating:** ★★★★★☆ **Overview:** Bannerman Energy Ltd focuses on the exploration and development of uranium properties in Africa, with a market cap of A$704.48 million. **Operations:** Bannerman Energy Ltd does not report specific revenue segments as it is primarily engaged in the exploration and development of uranium properties in Africa. **Market Cap:** A$704.48M Bannerman Energy Ltd, with a market cap of A$704.48 million, is pre-revenue, focusing on uranium exploration in Africa. The company trades significantly below estimated fair value and remains debt-free, with short-term assets exceeding liabilities. Despite unprofitability and a negative return on equity, earnings are forecast to grow substantially at 67.43% per year. However, the company has less than a year of cash runway if free cash flow continues to decline at historical rates. The management team is experienced but the board lacks tenure depth. Shareholders have not faced significant dilution recently despite financial challenges. - Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Bannerman Energy's financial health report. - Explore Bannerman Energy's analyst forecasts in our growth report. ASX:BMN Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Aug 2026 ## DroneShield (ASX:DRO) **Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating:** ★★★★★★ **Overview:** DroneShield Limited develops, commercializes, and sells counter-drone hardware and software technology across Australia, the United States, Europe, Asia, the United Kingdom, and internationally with a market cap of A$1.92 billion. **Operations:** The company's revenue is derived entirely from its Aerospace & Defense segment, amounting to A$216.81 million. **Market Cap:** A$1.92B DroneShield Limited, with a market cap of A$1.92 billion, has recently become profitable with earnings growing by 57% annually over the past five years. The company is debt-free and its short-term assets surpass both short and long-term liabilities. Despite a low return on equity at 1%, DroneShield trades well below estimated fair value. Recent developments include the appointment of Rear Admiral Lee Goddard as an Independent Non-Executive Director, which could enhance strategic leadership in defense capabilities. However, an ASIC investigation into past announcements may pose some uncertainty for investors. - Jump into the full analysis health report here for a deeper understanding of DroneShield. - Review our growth performance report to gain insights into DroneShield's future. ASX:DRO Debt to Equity History and Analysis as at Aug 2026 ## West African Resources (ASX:WAF) **Simply Wall St Financial Health Rating:** ★★★★★★ **Overview:** West African Resources Limited is involved in the mining, mineral processing, acquisition, exploration, and project development of gold projects in West Africa with a market cap of A$3.44 billion. **Operations:** The company generates revenue primarily from its mining operations, amounting to A$1.54 billion. **Market Cap:** A$3.44B West African Resources Limited, with a market cap of A$3.44 billion, has demonstrated robust financial health and growth potential. The company's earnings surged by 111.8% over the past year, surpassing industry averages, and its high-quality earnings are supported by a strong net profit margin of 30.7%. With short-term assets exceeding liabilities and debt well-covered by operating cash flow, the company maintains a solid balance sheet. Trading significantly below estimated fair value enhances its attractiveness as an investment prospect in the mining sector. Recent participation in industry forums suggests active engagement with stakeholders and potential for future developments. - Get an in-depth perspective on West African Resources' performance by reading our balance sheet health report here. - Evaluate West African Resources' prospects by accessing our earnings growth report. ASX:WAF Financial Position Analysis as at Aug 2026 ## Summing It All Up - Click this link to deep-dive into the 407 companies within our ASX Penny Stocks screener. - Interested In Other Possibilities? Rare earth metals are the new gold rush. Find out which 28 stocks are leading the charge. *This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. **We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice.** It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. 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