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Bank Shares

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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Bank Shares

Here's everything you need to know about the new CBA dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA's latest dividend is a doozy.

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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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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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Bank Shares

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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Bank Shares

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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Bank Shares

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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Recent Bank Shares News

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Is it time to sell National Australia Bank Ltd, Wesfarmers Ltd and ANZ Banking Group shares?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB), Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) and Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) appear to be in…

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What's going on at AMP Limited and Treasury Group Limited?

| Tim McArthur

It could be a good time for long-term investors to take a closer look at AMP Limited (ASX:AMP) and Treasury…

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S&P/ASX 200 surges on Chinese recovery: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX: XJO) has lifted more than 1%, led by Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG), BHP Billiton…

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Will Macquarie Group Ltd win big from its Property IQ partnership?

| Sean O'Neill

An entry into software with partner CoreLogic looks to be another long-term money spinner for Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG).

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The bull case for National Australia Bank Ltd

| Brendon Lau

The perennial under-performer could finally be attracting international fund managers for the first time in 14 years and local investors…

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2 dividend stocks I'd buy before Australia and New Zealand Banking Group

| Owen Raszkiewicz

If you're looking for growth, dividends and value; Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) is good, but Cash Converters…

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3 reasons to avoid Westpac Banking Corp shares

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares are risky, costly, and in a lower growth environment.

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A sea of red for the S&P/ASX 200: What every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Another rout for the Chinese stock market is weighing on the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) with BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP),…

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National Australia Bank Ltd to lift lending rates: What it means for shareholders

| Brendon Lau

National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) could lose market share from its decision to raise rates on interest-only loans. But there…

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Should you participate in Westpac Banking Corp's hybrid issue?

| Sean O'Neill

Are Westpac Banking Corp’s (ASX:WBC) Capital Notes III a safe and reliable way to gain a lucrative income stream?

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S&P/ASX 200 lifts 0.4%: Is now the time to buy local shares?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) looks set to snap a three-day losing streak, courtesy of BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), Westfield…

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Commonwealth Bank of Australia lifts rates: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) has followed the lead set by rival Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) to…

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One powerful advantage Macquarie Group Ltd has over the 'big four'

| Sean O'Neill

No dilutive capital raisings for Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) shareholders, thank you very much!

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Why Commonwealth Bank of Australia is a terrible investment

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) is one of Australia's greatest companies, but is a shocking investment.

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Australia and New Zealand Banking Group lifts rates: What every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) has become Australia's first big bank to lift its interest rates in response…

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2 finance stocks set to post stellar returns: Suncorp Group Ltd and QBE Insurance Group Ltd

| Peter Stephens

These 2 finance stocks seem to be strong buys: Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN) and QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE).

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5 blue-chip ASX stocks I'm avoiding

| Owen Raszkiewicz

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB), Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) and Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) are out of the buy zone.

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Macquarie Group Ltd points to big FY16: Should you buy?

| Brendon Lau

I suspect that Macquarie Group Ltd's (ASX:MQG) full year profit will come in ahead of consensus forecast following its trading…

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Is Commonwealth Bank of Australia a buy today?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) has retreated below the $87 per share mark, with some investors believing it can go…

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3 big reasons to avoid Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) has enjoyed a solid run but it's not looking like a great investment today.

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Is it time to dump your shares in the Big Four banks?

| Brendon Lau

Is it time to dump the banks as a key measure of profitability for Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), et…

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Are more official RBA interest rate cuts on the way?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX: XJO) has risen since the RBA's latest meeting minutes were released, with Westpac Banking…

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5 BIG dividend stocks to watch now

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW), Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT), WAM Capital Limited (ASX:WAM) and National Australia Bank Ltd…

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Are Telstra Corporation Ltd, Westpac Banking Corp and ANZ Bank a buy?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS), Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:ANZ) shares appear to be…

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Is Westpac Banking Corp a safe dividend stock?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) is heavily exposed to increasing regulation and its shares look expensive.

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S&P/ASX 200 shines bright as gold crumbles: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has eked out a minor gain, helped by companies such as Australia and New Zealand…

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Is National Australia Bank Ltd's dividend in doubt?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) has committed to its dividend policy, but that was before APRA's latest announcement.

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What APRA's new restrictions mean for Australia's regional banks

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Bank of Queensland Limited (ASX:BOQ) and Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Ltd (ASX:BEN) will benefit from APRA's tougher restrictions.

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Big banks forced to raise billions in capital: What every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ), National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB), Westpac Banking Corp…

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Australia's big four banks forced to raise capital

| Mike King

Banks could be forced to raise around $11 billion in new capital

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S&P/ASX 200 ends a strong week: Why now is a great time to buy ASX shares

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) took a breather on Friday, although CSL Limited (ASX:CSL), Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and Woodside Petroleum…

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Macquarie Group Ltd vs Insurance Australia Group Ltd: Which is the better growth stock?

| Sean O'Neill

Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) appears better in the near-term, while Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) looks like a better long-term…

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Are National Australia Bank Ltd and Westpac Banking Corp shares cheap?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) are up 5% and 7% in just one month!

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Is it time to buy Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) hit a new two-month high. Is there more to come?

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Perpetual Limited disappoints: Is it a sell?

| Tom Richardson

Perpetual Limited (ASX:PPT) does not look investment grade.

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Worried about the economy? Try these 5 ASX stocks

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ), Computershare Limited (ASX:CPU) and Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) are…

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Should you buy into 'marketplace' lender Directmoney Ltd?

| Sean O'Neill

Directmoney Ltd (ASX:DM1) fell 12.5% after listing on the ASX yesterday: Is this almost- peer-to-peer lender good enough?

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Is Commonwealth Bank of Australia's 4.9% dividend worth your time?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) offers a fully franked 4.9% dividend yield, which is superior to the market's average.

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S&P/ASX 200 surges as iron ore jumps: Is now the time to buy beaten down stocks?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is up almost 1% thanks to strong gains from BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), Rio Tinto…

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8 top ASX stocks that look cheaper than the banks

| Andrew Mudie

The big four banks look fair value at the moment but have limited upside and plenty of downside. I prefer…

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