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The Motley Fool will keep you up to date with all the latest Australian share market news. Get news, commentary and perspectives on the Australian and International stock markets today.

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Share Market News

As CBA shares struggle, is BHP set to retake the biggest ASX stock crown?

| Bernd Struben

With BHP shares rallying as CBA shares struggle, the battle for biggest stock on the ASX is back on!

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares? Here's what the latest spending report means for interest rates in 2026

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 dropped 0.3% following the release of the consumer spending report. But why?

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ETFs

This is how I would build a sound ETF portfolio from scratch

| Marc Van Dinther

Aim for broad market exposure, keep it simple and minimize costs.

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Opinions

10 ASX shares I'd buy with $10,000 in 2026 to beat the market

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have strong return potential over the long term.

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Share Market News

With inflation edging lower, here's the latest 2026 interest rate forecast from CBA

| Bernd Struben

Buying ASX shares and pining for interest rate relief? Here’s CBA’s latest 2026 forecast.

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Share Market News

1 move to avoid at all costs if the stock market crashes in 2026

| Leigh Gant

Volatility is inevitable in markets. The real danger comes from how investors respond when fear takes over.

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Best Shares

My 10 top stocks to buy to start the New Year off right

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these ten stocks are primed for 2026.

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Share Market News

US stocks vs. ASX shares in 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

Which market came out on top?

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Recent Share Market News

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Growth Shares

The ASX shares I'm most excited to buy in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have a lot of potential, in my opinion.

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Share Market News

5 ASX artificial intelligence (AI) shares to watch in 2025

| Aaron Bell

Stocks to watch if you plan to join the AI takeover in 2025.

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Broker Notes

Buy this ASX 300 stock after 'milestone' contract win

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is feeling bullish about this stock. Let's see what the broker is saying.

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Broker Notes

3 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy in January

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks these could be top picks for investors in 2025.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 18% in a week: Broker says buy this ASX 200 stock now

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be buying the dip.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect from the benchmark index today.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a day of relief and optimism for the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO)  and ASX investors this Tuesday.…

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Resources Shares

2 magnificent ASX shares primed to surge in 2025

| Zach Bristow

Analysts believe these names could provide an edge this year.

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Materials Shares

Liontown shares crashed 68% in 2024. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent Liontown shares tumbling in 2024.

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52-Week Highs

3 blue-chip ASX shares smashing new 52-week highs today

| Bernd Struben

It’s a banner day today for these three blue-chip ASX shares.

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Retail Shares

Why this beaten-down ASX share just rocketed 20%

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending this ASX small cap flying higher on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why CAR Group, Peninsula Energy, Star, and Telix shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising more than most today. Let's see what is making investors buy them.

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Share Fallers

Why Mesoblast, Myer, Premier Investments, and Vulcan shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Tuesday. But why?

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Financial Shares

IAG shares higher amid Macquarie tipping a 'strong' first-half result

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's why Macquarie is expecting very positive numbers from IAG when it reports next month.

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Energy Shares

ASX All Ords uranium stock rockets 12% on big US news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX uranium producer on Tuesday. But why?

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Healthcare Shares

Why is the Mesoblast share price crashing 9% today?

| James Mickleboro

What is weighing on this high-flying stock on Tuesday? Let's find out.

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Opinions

If I could only buy and hold a single ASX stock in 2025, this would be it

| Tristan Harrison

This stock offers everything I want this year, and beyond.

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Share Market News

Best ASX 200 shares vs. best suburbs for property investment in 2024

| Bronwyn Allen

Let's get specific about which stocks and suburban property markets delivered the best capital growth.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A better day of trade is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough start to the week for ASX investors...

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52-Week Highs

4 ASX 200 shares smashing new 52-week highs while the market sinks on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these lucky market-buckers?

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 shares just upgraded for 2025 by top brokers

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers expect these ASX 200 shares will gain 13% to 36% in 2025.

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Share Fallers

Why Alkane, Myer, Premier Investments, and St Barbara shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a poor start to the week. But why?

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Share Market News

DroneShield stock: Why are short sellers piling in?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is this defence stock heading for a share price slump?

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 starting the week on such a down note?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is kicking of the week deep in the red. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Boss Energy, Syrah, and Vulcan shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares are starting the week on a high.

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Blue Chip Shares

Value + yield: 2 battered blue-chip ASX dividend shares that demand attention

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks could be very compelling for income.

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Financial Shares

ASX 200 financial stock races higher amid takeover bidding war

| James Mickleboro

This stock has received competing takeover bids this month.

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Share Market News

This ASX 200 stock hit a 52-week low last week, is it time to buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Despite the pain, there are a few reasons why this stock could be a turnaround idea.

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Growth Shares

Could this be a millionaire-maker ASX growth stock at 67 cents?

| Rhys Brock

I'll be keeping a close eye on this ASX fintech.

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Opinions

Is this Australian stock poised for a big comeback in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

I’m calling on this stock to rebound this year.

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Broker Notes

Broker tips this ASX 300 stock to deliver a 25%+ return in 2025

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this stock could be a great option for investors right now.

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Share Market News

Shares vs. property: Which investment delivered the best income in 2024?

| Bronwyn Allen

We compare gross rental yields across Australia to the dividend yields of the 10 biggest ASX companies.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Healthcare Shares

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up last week

| Bronwyn Allen

Healthcare was the strongest sector last week, with market darling Pro Medicus surging yet again.

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Financial Shares

The IAG share price soared 50% in 2024! Here's how

| Bernd Struben

IAG shares smashed the benchmark returns in 2024. But how?

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Opinions

These ASX shares have a legit shot at doubling in 5 years

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about the outlook for these stocks for several reasons.

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