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Why I'm worry-free with this sturdy ASX 200 share for the next decade

The world is full of anxiety, but some stocks will allow you to turn down the noise.

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Value Investing

Here's how I'd invest $2,000 in ASX value shares right now

I’m going to talk about three different ideas that could be great value.

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Here are 2 ASX finds I'd buy to double my money in 5 years

I think these investment picks can significantly outperform over the next few years.

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Investing Strategies

Why bother picking stocks? Why not just invest everything in index funds?

Professionals and amateur investors alike have trouble beating the market. So why is anyone putting together their own portfolio?

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Healthcare Shares

Do CSL shares still have what it takes to be a market-beating investment?

Or are the heydays of this healthcare giant behind it?

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I have $20k in savings. Should I go for passive income or ASX growth shares?

You've worked hard to rack up a nice balance to invest with. Now what?

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Top ASX shares to buy in FY24

The new financial year is a cracking time to consider your investment strategy. Our writers recommend their top stocks to…

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How I'd invest $300 a month in ASX shares to target a $20,000 passive income for life

Here is an example of how you could achieve financial freedom using Aussie stocks.

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4 things to look for in ASX shares right now

Hamish Tadgell tells us what's in his crystal ball for the rest of 2023, including a few stock tips.

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Up 30% in a year, is it too late to buy Washington H. Soul Pattinson shares?

It’s not cheap any more, but here’s why the future is still bright.

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Materials Shares

Missed the boat on ASX lithium shares? Mining veteran reveals 5 other commodities set to surge

Mining legend Bill Beament says people do not understand the scale of the green energy metals bull market that is…

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3 popular ASX shares I wouldn't touch with a bargepole

Here's a trio of stocks that couldn't beat an egg. Don't be tempted into buying these value traps.

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Dividend Investing

Warren Buffett has $400 billion invested in these 5 dividend stocks. Here are some ASX shares I think are similar

The torchbearer for growth investing actually harvests much income from some of his holdings. These are the Aussie equivalents.

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Why I think now is a great time to buy Webjet shares

Strong travel demand and operating leverage could make this an opportunity.

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The biggest holding in my ASX share portfolio is…

ASX share portfolios are as individual as the individuals who created them. So, have you ever wondered what others have…

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Saved $50,000? Here's how I'd aim to turn that into a passive income of $30,000 a year!

Well done for having the discipline to grow your savings to a substantial level. Now let's have some fun with…

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I can now get 5.50% a year from cash. So why am I still buying ASX 200 shares?

Dividends and capital growth are a winning combo in my eyes.

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What will happen to ASX shares over the next 12 months?

Stocks went gangbusters in the 2023 financial year after a terrible 2022. Here's what's showing up in Dr Shane Oliver's…

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Top ASX shares under $3 to buy in July 2023

Here are some well-priced ASX shares to charge up your portfolio for FY24.

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How I'd invest $800 in ASX shares in July

There are plenty of opportunities to invest in exciting stocks right now.

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$4,000 annual passive income: How I'd invest $300 a month in ASX shares to rake it in

Money for doing nothing isn't a privilege that only the wealthy can enjoy. Average punters can achieve this.

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Top ASX passive income shares to buy in July 2023

Here are some fine suggestions if you're looking to earn more and work less.

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 2,782 shares of this ASX 200 dividend stock for $2,000 a year in passive income

Let me show you how you can potentially bring in $12,500 per annum without having to work for it.

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How I invest in ASX shares and still get a good night's sleep

I’ve deliberately positioned my portfolio to be resilient.

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With $5 a day, here's how I'd start earning passive income for life with ASX shares

If you can put aside the price of a cup of coffee everyday, I can take you to the promised…

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Navigating the ASX All Ords to discover diamond companies

If I wanted to beat the benchmark, I'd take a look at this little-discussed metric to locate winning investments.

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Investing Strategies

Better interest rate relief stock: Goodman Group or Macquarie shares?

If you were to buy right now, this is the investment that I think will do better once the Reserve…

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Got $50k of savings? Here's how I'd turn that into passive income of $10k a year

Everyone's dream is to get paid for doing nothing. Here's how you can touch the holy grail.

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3 reasons to buy Santos shares today (and 3 not to)

Is it time to stock up on shares in the energy giant? Our Motley Fool writers present the bull and…

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Should investors be bullish on this former COVID darling ASX 300 share?

This could be one of the most promising long-term growth shares around.

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Opinions

These are my top ASX 200 share picks for FY24

Now seems like a great time to invest in these four stocks.

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Opinions

Warren Buffett's company doesn't pay dividends. Should ASX shares try this approach?

Re-investing profits could be the way to go.

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Dividend Investing

Got $5,000 to invest for passive income? Here's why these 2 ASX shares stand out for me

If I were investing $5,000 for passive income, I’d strongly lean towards stocks providing fully franked dividends.

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2 ASX shares I will 'never' sell

I plan to own these two businesses for the rest of my life.

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Down 35% in a year, is the Imugene share price a buying opportunity right now?

Is a 35% discount enticing enough to invest in this clinical-stage biotech. Here's my take.

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Should I buy this ASX dividend share for its 26% yield?

I take a closer look into a company offering a yield that is almost too good to ignore.

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Resources Shares

Better speculative ASX mining stock to buy now: WA1 or Core Lithium shares?

Lithium or niobium? Both are heading up, but here's the one that I think is the better punt.

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ETFs

Can I retire on ASX ETFs alone?

Let's explore what the pros and cons are in buying into exchange-traded funds instead of individual stocks.

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Cannabis Shares

Should I buy Incannex shares while they're at multi-year lows, or steer clear?

Is the cannabis-based pharma company a bargain buy right now?

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 256 shares of this ASX 200 dividend stock for $1,000 a year in passive income

Working hard is for suckers. Here's how to get the money rolling in while you lay back on the banana…

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