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Joining the revolution: How I'd invest in ASX AI shares right now

| Rhys Brock

Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) could usher in a new industrial revolution. Here’s how you can invest in it.

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How to buy US shares from Australia right now

| Mitchell Lawler

If you have been wondering how to buy US shares from Australia to gain exposure from the highly topical market,…

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2 ASX ETFs to buy for 2021 and beyond

| Sebastian Bowen

The BetaShares Asian Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA) is one of 2 ASX ETFs to consider for good returns in…

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Infinite games: 3 ASX shares with long-term visions

| Mitchell Lawler

How important is the long-term vision of the companies we choose to invest in? We take a look at how…

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2020 ASX recap of the year we'll never forget

| Mitchell Lawler

2020 was one eventful year for investors and the world. We take a look at a handful of the significant…

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Robinhood phenomenon lures Gen Z and Millennial investors, but will it continue?

| Mitchell Lawler

The Robinhood phenomenon has surged in 2020, with young investors leading the charge. We shine a light on the reasons…

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How to generate $50k a year from ASX dividends

| Daryl Mather

Generating $50k a year needs a portfolio of $850k. Here are some strategies and cheap shares to kick start a…

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Here are the 10 most popular ETFs on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Ever wondered which ASX ETFs are the most popular? Well, here's your answer with the top 10 most popular ETFs…

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Wealth is what you don't see

| Motley Fool Staff

At some point, you have to pick whether you want to be rich or buy stuff

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The 5 biggest tech failures of the past 5 years

| Motley Fool Staff

Most new tech products don't make it on the market

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10 of the ASX's best dividend plays

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Forget your term deposit, the stock market is serving up some truly spectacular returns.

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Retailers, landlords could suffer from falling Aussie dollar

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fashion brand CEO believes the falling $AU could be more a hindrance than a help for retailers.

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Broker calls Westpac a buy, but should investors jump in?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

A major stockbroking firm has upgraded its view on the bank, but is it only considering the short-term?

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Three reasons the falling Aussie dollar is GOOD news

| Catherine Baab-Muguira

Investors shouldn't overlook the benefits posed by the falling Australian dollar.

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Brambles, CSL, QBE: How have they performed compared to the Aussie dollar?

| Tim McArthur

Companies with exposure to US dollar revenues should benefit from a weakening AUD. Here are the details on three such…

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Homeowners ignore rate cuts

| Mike King

Majority of borrowers making repayments at 2011 levels despite the RBA cutting the cash rate by 2%

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Live streaming is good news for these 2 stocks

| Tim McArthur

A new sales 'stream' is emerging for these two Aussie entertainment companies.

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Market wipeout: 2013 gains mostly erased

| Mike King

ASX drops 11% since April, erasing almost all gains since the start of the year

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Ouch! AMP underlying profit down 13.5%

| Justin Loiseau

A nasty profit slide has seen AMP shares fall hard today.

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TV exposé puts Wesfarmers in the headlights

| Tim McArthur

The ABC’s exposé on shocking conditions in overseas factories will likely send corporate PR departments into overdrive. Here's what the…

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ASX Midday hot stocks: Gold miners crunched

| Mike King

ASX continues to slide, dropping 1.5% by midday

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iSelect to list on ASX today

| Tim McArthur

It’s the first day of trading for the comparison website company

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Toyota to leave Australia?

| Mike King

Local car manufacturing on the precipice

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AMP smashed on earnings downgrade

| Tim McArthur

AMP shares have slid 10% as the company downgraded earnings today. But what does this news mean for the sector?

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Coles and Woolworths defend against 'extremist' attack

| Matt Joass, CFA

Woolworths and Coles find themselves defending their right to compete

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Could Woodside Petroleum buy Oil Search?

| Regan Pearson

Oil Search’s PNG LNG project could fill an important production gap for Woodside say analysts.

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Rio's golden makeover stalled

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Cutting costs, slowing production and delays are good for its balance sheets, but perhaps not its future.

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Luxury goods sales data may not bode well for Oroton

| Tim McArthur

Recent reports suggest global sales are slowing

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This company is winning the new retail wars

| Matt Joass, CFA

This stock presents a surprising way to play the growth in online retail.

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Telstra slammed for taking sides

| Owen Raszkiewicz

It may have been wrong for CEO David Thodey to talk up copper networks so soon.

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Should you buy shares today?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares have dropped almost 10% -- should you buy today or hold off further?

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What Santos's new exploration investment means for investors

| Regan Pearson

Santos keeping growth prospects alive with $100 million investment.

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Could these stocks make you rich?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Australia’s super rich have one very important thing in common and it’s held true across generations.

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Is BHP a buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Cost-cutting and a longer term focus make this company more appealing, but is it worth the risk?

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Microsoft and Google are getting too creepy

| Motley Fool Staff

Consumers are upset about being spied on

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What is the ASX up to?

| Andrew Ballard

The stock exchange company’s rights issue is no bonus, but investors might profit nicely from whatever the ASX has up…

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5 stocks for great dividends and growth

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Finding great all-around stocks can be tough – here are five to get you started.

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Equities still a good bet

| Tim McArthur

Recent volatility might have some investors spooked but history suggests there is good reason to remain calm and carry on.

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AMP bucks the negative trend

| Tim McArthur

While the market may be down, AMP is pushing higher.

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Matrix Composites downgrades profit expectations

| Tim McArthur

The list of mining service companies downgrading earnings keeps on growing.

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Reality kicking in for the banks

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

After soaring for the past year, reality now seems to be setting in for the banks.

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Is JB Hi-Fi a buy?

| Mike King

Falling dollar could see Australians spend more locally

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Thodey: Telstra is 'perfectly ok'

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Australia's biggest telecommunications chief executive says its wires will last another 100 years.

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Rebound in iron ore price keeps miners' hopes alive

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The recent rally has kept our miners alive, but for how long?

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Emeco shares continue to slide after profit downgrade

| Tim McArthur

Yesterday’s announcement sent the company’s shares lower but the fall has continued today.

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Macquarie raises holding in Yellow Brick Road

| Tim McArthur

The investment bank moves to a 10.5% stake.

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What to do if the Australian dollar stops falling

| Andrew Mudie

Watch for bank and financial shares to rebound on the back of recent weakness in the Australian dollar and ASX.

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Mining job losses continue as BHP swings the axe

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

This mining heavyweight is the latest to swing the axe on workers in a sure sign of a sector slow-down.

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