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Broker Notes

Down 34% in 2026, are Virgin Australia shares a good buy today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst delivers his outlook for Virgin Australia’s beaten-down shares.

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ETFs

3 of the best ASX ETFs for beginner investors in 2026

| James Mickleboro

If you are new to investing, then it could be worth considering these funds. Let's see why.

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Cheap Shares

Are '50% off' CSL shares a once-in-a-decade opportunity?

| James Mickleboro

This biotech giant's shares have lost half of their value. Let's see if now is the time to snap them…

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX dividend share buys for passive income in April

| Tristan Harrison

These are my top picks for dividends right now.

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Growth Shares

Forget Easter eggs, these ASX shares could be your best buys this month

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be top buys after the Easter break.

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Superannuation

How much superannuation do you need to retire? It's probably a lot less than you'd think

| Samantha Menzies

Here's a few tips to help you work out your own personal superannuation goal.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Broker Notes

Why these ASX shares are rated as buys in April

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes them bullish on these names right now.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy in April and hold until 2036

| James Mickleboro

Investors might want to check out these funds for easy long-term investing.

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Broker Notes

Are CBA shares still a good buy for passive income?

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst delivers his verdict on CBA’s passive income appeal.

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Cheap Shares

3 ASX shares to buy before the next market rally

| James Mickleboro

These shares appear well-placed to rebound with the market when sentiment shifts.

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Cheap Shares

3 ASX shares down 25% (or more) to buy right now

| Marc Van Dinther

Today’s sell-off could be a big buying opportunity if sentiment flips.

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Growth Shares

3 amazing ASX growth shares I'd buy and hold for the next decade

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be worth holding tightly to for the long term.

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Dividend Investing

2 defensive ASX dividend stocks for reliable income

| Samantha Menzies

I'd have these two defensive dividend shares in my portfolio to help hedge against sharemarket volatility.

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Superannuation

The superannuation balance that separates comfort from compromise in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Want a comfortable retirement? Here's what you need.

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Dividend Investing

21 ASX shares going ex-dividend over the school holidays

| Bronwyn Allen

Shares going ex-dividend include Myer and Washington H. Soul Pattinson & Company.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 2 ASX shares to buy and 1 to accumulate

| James Mickleboro

What is the broker recommending investors do with these shares?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough end to the short trading week.

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Technology Shares

Why two experts are urging investors to buy Pro Medicus shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what they are saying about this beaten down market darling.

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ETFs

Bell Potter names 2 of the best ASX ETFs to buy now

| James Mickleboro

These funds offer investors access to some of the best stocks in the world.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to buy before the rally really takes off: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

James Gerrish from Shaw and Partners says the "war fear" in the market is now fading and names 3 ASX…

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52-Week Lows

Why Stockland shares just crashed to a multi-year low

| Aaron Teboneras

Stockland’s sell-off deepens.

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Investing Strategies

$5,000 in Goodman shares at COVID lows is now worth…

| Marc Van Dinther

It shows that long-term focus over panic could deliver enormous rewards for investors.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX 200 shares to buy ahead of anticipated rally: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

After a 9.1% drop between 27 February and 23 March, the ASX 200 reversed course last Tuesday.

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ETFs

Why I'd buy these BetaShares ETFs for my portfolio in April

| Grace Alvino

I think these BetaShares ETFs offer a mix of growth, resilience, and long-term potential.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 suddenly turns lower as fresh war fears hit before Easter

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 has given back all of its early gains today.

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Cheap Shares

3 ASX 200 shares down at least 30% to buy now

| Grace Alvino

These ASX shares have fallen sharply, but their long-term outlook may still be intact.

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Dividend Investing

$500 buys 148 shares in this 11% yielding ASX income stock!

| Samantha Menzies

I'd add this ASX income stock to my portfolio.

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Industrials Shares

Why web searches for electric vehicles make this stock a buy

| Cameron England

This company is well-placed to build out electricity infrastructure.

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Share Market News

Why did the ASX 200 just plunge 1.4% in Thursday afternoon trade?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors were hit with unpleasant news during the Thursday lunch hour.

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Growth Shares

$5,000 invested in Droneshield shares 4 months ago is already worth…

| Samantha Menzies

Investors will be thrilled!

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Treasury Wine shares hit 10-year lows last week. So why are buyers stepping in now?

| Aaron Teboneras

Treasury Wine shares just bounced from decade lows as bargain hunters return.

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Materials Shares

Which ASX mining stock could rise 120% according to a leading broker?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this mining stock could be seriously undervalued.

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Resources Shares

2 ASX 200 mining shares this fund manager is backing for long-term growth

| Bronwyn Allen

Blackwattle is invested in the ASX 200's largest diversified miner and its biggest lithium producer.

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Industrials Shares

After a positive trading update 2 brokers agree this stock is a buy

| Cameron England

This company has strong momentum heading into the end of the year.

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Share Fallers

Why KMD, Tamboran Resources, Whitehaven Coal, and WiseTech Global shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are out of form on Thursday. What's going on?

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Share Gainers

Why Greatland Resources, Newmont, Northern Star, and Qantas shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the shortened week on a high.

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Gold

This beaten-down ASX gold stock just cleared a major hurdle. So why are investors selling?

| Aaron Teboneras

St Barbara shares are in the red despite locking in funding and construction approval.

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Resources Shares

Buying ASX 200 mining shares? Here's how Rio Tinto, Fortescue and BHP stacked up in March

| Bernd Struben

Buying Rio Tinto, Fortescue, or BHP shares? Here’s how the ASX mining stocks performed in March’s sinking market.

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Healthcare Shares

3 ASX 200 healthcare shares to buy amid sector rout

| Bronwyn Allen

The experts are backing these stocks for price growth.

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