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Here's where you'll find out all the news about ASX listed bank shares.

Get the latest thoughts and opinions on big 4 bank stocks, including Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Westpac Banking Corporation, National Australia Bank, and ANZ Bank.

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ASX bank stocks: Buy, sell, or hold?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what to expect over the next 12 months.

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Bought $10,000 worth of CBA shares 5 years ago? Guess how much passive income you've already banked

| Bernd Struben

There are good reasons many passive income investors favour CBA shares.

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Bank Shares

Buying CBA shares? Here's what's happening at today's AGM

| Bernd Struben

CBA is holding its annual general meeting in Brisbane today. Let’s see what’s happening.

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CBA vs Westpac: Which ASX bank is the better dividend stock right now?

| Leigh Gant

Dividend yields tell a different story when comparing these two banking giants.

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Investing in ASX 200 banks: Which macroeconomic variables matter according to Macquarie

| Samantha Menzies

The majority of absolute bank performance can be explained by four key factors.

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Dividend Investing

Are CBA shares still a good buy today for passive income?

| Bernd Struben

Looking to earn passive income from ASX dividend stocks? Here’s my take on CBA shares.

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The biggest buyers and sellers of ASX 200 bank stocks revealed

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie breaks down who’s been buying and who’s been selling the ASX 200 bank stocks.

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Should I switch my ASX 200 banking stocks for ASX 200 miners before earnings season?

| Samantha Menzies

The ASX 200 Index is dominated by Australia's bank and materials/mining sectors, which together account for around half of the…

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ASIC's court claims could shatter big banks' reputations for good

| Tom Richardson

ASIC is suing National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB), Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC).

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Why I'm banking on Westpac Banking Corp shares

| James Mickleboro

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares are still down around 5% post-Brexit. Is now the time to invest?

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Macquarie Group Ltd identifies best big Australian bank to buy

| Tom Richardson

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) reportedly like this big four bank more than the others.

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Is Commonwealth Bank of Australia a buy at this share price?

| Mike King

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) looks cheaper than it has for a number of years

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Better buy: Australia and New Zealand Banking Group or Westpac Banking Corp?

| James Mickleboro

Both Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) provide market-beating dividends. But which is the…

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4 reasons why bank shares have been smashed in 2016

| Christopher Georges

Here are four reasons why the big four banks have disappointed investors since the start of the year.

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Why the big banks could be forced into capital raisings of $17.5 billion

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) shares lost 7.5% last time…

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Why Henderson Group and Macquarie Group shares are getting slammed

| Tom Richardson

BT Investment Management Ltd (ASX:BTT) and Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) shares are under pressure as the UK pound falls.

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Big four banks' shares slide as royal commission chances grow

| Mike King

A royal commission to investigate banks' conduct appears more likely as election results stream in

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Is it a good time to buy Australia and New Zealand Banking Group?

| James Mickleboro

After falling 28% in 12 months, could Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) be in bargain territory now?

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Big four banks: More capital required says APRA

| Mike King

Big four banks will need to hold more capital says regulator - which could impact on earnings and dividends

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How a Labor party victory would be bad for bank shareholders

| Sean O'Neill

Investors might see the much-hyped Royal Commission into Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC), which would…

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Are the ASX's top 20 shares in bargain territory?

| Christopher Georges

After a terrible 12 months, are the top 20 shares now undervalued compared to the rest of the market?

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Should you buy Westpac Banking Corp for its monster 6.4% dividend?

| James Mickleboro

If you don’t already have significant exposure to the banking sector, then I believe an investment in Westpac Banking Corp…

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Bank shares smashed! Will FY 2017 be better?

| Tim McArthur

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) was the best relative performer amongst bank shares - down 11% for the year.

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Is Macquarie Group Ltd headed for a downgrade?

| Motley Fool Staff

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) looks to be facing significant headwinds arising from the UK’s decision to leave the EU.

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Sell Everything? How Brexit can really shatter share markets

| Tom Richardson

European banks crashed up to 20% overnight in what looks an ominous omen for global equity markets.

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Lessons for Australian bank shareholders from the Brexit

| Mike King

UK banks' share prices hammered in aftermath of Brexit. Could the same happen in Australia?

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CYBG PLC CDI 1:1 slammed: Clydesdale Bank shares down 30% in 3 days

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Brexit continues to take its toll on Clydesdale Bank plc (ASX:CYB) shares.

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National Australia Bank Ltd joins big three to ban foreign property buyers

| Mike King

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) finally moves to block foreign buyers with no domestic income

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Brexit update: Are bank shares a BARGAIN?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Has Brexit created a bargain buying opportunity in the form of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC),…

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Brexit Fallout: 6 ASX shares investors might want to avoid

| Christopher Georges

A number of blue chip shares will be in the spotlight this week including QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) and…

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Are CYBG PLC CDI 1:1 the best shares to buy for a Bremain vote?

| Rachit Dudhwala

CYBG PLC CDI 1:1 (ASX:CYB) could be a big winner if Britain remains in the EU.

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Why Macquarie Group Ltd shares could rocket past $100

| Tom Richardson

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) has been linked to a bid for Aberdeen Asset Management.

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It's official: House prices fell for the first time in 3 years

| Mike King

Apartment prices sink in major capital cities as cutbacks to foreign borrowers begins to bite

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Brexit: 3 great stocks for a share market crash

| Edward Vesely (TMFEdV)

Great businesses can also be great investments, but only if you don’t pay too much.

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Are Australia's big four banks oversold?

| Rachit Dudhwala

Shares of Australia's big four banks plummet almost 10% in a week.

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Better buy: Westpac Banking Corp Vs National Australia Bank Ltd.

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Same same, but different. Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) and National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) are highly respected dividend shares --…

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Why investors need to look beyond the ASX's blue-chip shares

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) have shown that blue-chips are not risk free.

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Are ANZ shares dirt cheap?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) shares are down 5% in five days.

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What is holding back the Commonwealth Bank of Australia share price?

| Christopher Georges

A number of factors have caused Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) shares to come under pressure over the last 12…

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Is Commonwealth Bank of Australia facing an ASIC investigation of its own?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) is facing plenty of potential headwinds right now.

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Are Westpac Banking Corp shares ridiculously cheap?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares appear fairly valued.

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Is National Australia Bank Ltd. ridiculously cheap?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) shares look cheap.

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Insurers hammered after storms slam Australia's east coast

| Tom Richardson

QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) and Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) are under selling pressure this morning.

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Why I'm avoiding these 2 ASX bank shares

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Despite their lofty dividends, I wouldn't buy Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares…

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Why the Magellan Financial Group Ltd share price is climbing higher today

| Tom Richardson

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) delivered a record in funds under management today.

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Is it time to buy Westpac Banking Corp shares?

| James Mickleboro

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares fell below $30 again yesterday, is now a good time to invest in Australia’s oldest…

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Platinum Asset Management Limited, Henderson Group plc, Magellan Financial Group Ltd: Should you buy?

| Tim McArthur

Shares in Platinum Asset Management Limited (ASX:PTM), Henderson Group plc (ASX:HGG) and Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) are starting to…

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Sydney property values are up 13% in the past year

| Mike King

Are house prices set to soar again in 2016?

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