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Aurizon under scrutiny from fund manager

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One of the largest owners of Aurizon is keeping watch on capital allocation.

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6 retirement village operators for your watchlist

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Following an investment theme can be a good way to identify new opportunities.

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Origin Energy MD speaks out on carbon pricing

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The chief of one of Australia’s largest energy companies believes coal-fired electricity will be with us for some time yet.

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Unilever not powerful enough for Coles & Woolworths

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The global house of brands looks to be struggling to grow.

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6 facts Aurizon shareholders need to know

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We review the company’s recent market update.

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Who stacks up better: Brambles or Royal Wolf?

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These two companies could be worth keeping an eye on.

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3 reasons investors should hold cash

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It’s easier to seize opportunities if you have some spare cash.

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Austal, Capitol Health, Scott Corp: 3 companies that just upgraded guidance

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Even a weak economy isn’t stopping these firms from growing their profits.

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Woolworths upgrades guidance

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Profit growth is up but so are losses from Masters.

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Good news for IAG doesn't extend to QBE

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IAG’s positive earnings update didn’t rub off on QBE’s share price.

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Spotlight on Wesfarmers' coal division

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Production numbers have bounced back.

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Woolworths rapped over the knuckles by regulator

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ASIC has raised a concern with Woolworths over its advertising.

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Investors beware: 'Roll-ups' don't always work

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Investors should look at past examples before investing in Steadfast.

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What does Steadfast's IPO mean for QBE?

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The insurance broking industry is in the spotlight as the Steadfast listing approaches.

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Want high dividend yields? Try Tamawood, Myer and Scott Corp.

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These three companies should maintain their current dividends.

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Westpac and Commonwealth get thumbs up

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One of Australia’s most respected fund managers gives his opinion on bank stocks.

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Woolworths and Wesfarmers told to go easy on suppliers

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Major beverage supplier thinks it’s time the supermarket giants learned to share.

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Sonic Healthcare: The last decade

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A look back over the company’s performance shows why it has outperformed the market.

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Is it time to buy shares?

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Don’t be surprised if it’s not a particularly joyous reporting season.

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Is AMP a buy?

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The financial sector has been firing but AMP has lagged.

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What Wesfarmers can learn from Sears

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Growing sales and profits at Kmart and Target is no easy task.

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Boral, Brickworks, CSR, James Hardie: Is the building sector about to boom?

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Recent data suggests things could be looking up.

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QBE on the move

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The insurer is selling its HQ and moving out.

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CSL's new CEO has big shoes to fill

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Past returns generated for shareholders will be tough to match.

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Could Origin trump AGL?

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AGL’s move to buy market share could lead to a bidding war.

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Woolworths and Lowes still in the hardware game

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The Masters joint venture is reported to have been extended.

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Perpetual vs Magellan

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How does a 127-year-old highly regarded fund manager get overtaken by an upstart?

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New head for Wesfarmers Insurance

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The new MD has a big job ahead of him.

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NBN CEO to retire

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Did Mike Quigley jump or was he pushed?

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Origin Energy's balance sheet still raising questions

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Ongoing market speculation about Origin continues.

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Brambles and CSL no match for the index

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The market has beaten many blue chips this week, but it’s the long run that counts.

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AMP share price up 7%

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It’s been a good week for the wealth management company.

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Property stocks: Where to from here?

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There are mixed signals on where property prices and stocks are headed.

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How does QBE stack up?

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Comparing QBE with its global peers can provide insights for investors.

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Australia's job prospects decline

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The latest data doesn’t paint a pretty outlook.

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Woolworths' share price grinds higher

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Investors must be wondering how much higher the supermarket giant’s share price can go.

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Life insurance outlook dims for AMP

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Another insurer predicts tough times ahead.

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Wesfarmers primed for growth

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The diversified blue-chip is forecast to steadily grow earnings.

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Is the economy weakening? 4 stocks to recession-proof your portfolio

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The latest NAB Monthly Business Survey shows conditions have slumped.

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Could CSL's buyback continue?

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One broker thinks so.

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