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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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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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Retirement

Approaching retirement? Here's why I would put $10,000 into this ASX stock

| Sebastian Bowen

I think this stock could be the perfect fit for your golden years...

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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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Technology Shares

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

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX tech shares led the market for a second consecutive week with a 5.83% increase.

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Broker Notes

These ASX shares could rise 25% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer from these stocks according to analysts.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors enjoyed a rosy end to the trading week this Friday.

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Opinions

2 ASX stocks on my naughty list this Christmas

| Mitchell Lawler

Nothing but coal in the stockings of these disappointing companies.

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Record Highs

The multi-billion-dollar ASX tech share hitting new highs on broker bullishness

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX tech share darling is up 216% in the year to date and just reset its record price.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue shares are galloping again as Twiggy stays confident in China's horsepower

| Bronwyn Allen

It's business as usual for the miner despite Trump's promised 60% tariffs on Chinese imports.

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Share Gainers

How these 3 ASX 200 stocks led the charge higher this week

| Bernd Struben

The three top ASX 200 stocks are up 14% to 34% this week.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Gainers

Why Imugene, Neuren, Sigma, and Smartgroup shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why? Let's find out.

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Share Fallers

Why Arcadium Lithium, Block, Jumbo, and Mineral Resources shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. Why are investors selling them?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 racing higher on Friday as US Fed slashes interest rates again

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is enjoying a strong run amid lower US interest rates.

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Share Market News

Here's why the Nasdaq index bolted to a record high last night

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent the Nasdaq to a new all-time high. But why?

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX 200 share Goldman Sachs says is a buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker doesn't think Trump will spoil the party for this stock.

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BNPL shares

Is this why the Zip share price keeps breaking records?

| Bernd Struben

Zip shareholders have been enjoying a record breaking year. Is this why?

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX 200 stocks to buy in November

| James Mickleboro

These quality stocks are top picks in November according to the broker.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Another good session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what is happening.

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Share Market News

Here's why more Australians intend to work during retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

A new survey reveals insights into the retirement intentions of older Australian workers.

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Share Market News

Are we soon to see a skyrocketing Aussie stock market?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will the Aussie stock market follow the lead of American stock markets following the US election?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a volatile, but positive, day for ASX shares this Thursday.

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Record Highs

Xero and 2 other ASX tech shares cracking all-time highs on Thursday

| Bronwyn Allen

The price peaks follow a significant lift in the NASDAQ overnight following Republican Donald Trump's US election victory.

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Share Market News

What the US election outcome means for ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

ASX shares are having a mixed reaction to the US election results today.

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Share Gainers

Why Block, GQG, Neuren, and Sigma shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Clearview, NAB, Resolute Mining, and Westpac shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure today. But why?

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Share Market News

Appen share price lifts 5% on oversubscribed SPP results

| Bronwyn Allen

The technology company has announced the results of its Share Purchase Plan.

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Bank Shares

Why is the Bendigo Bank share price tanking today?

| Sebastian Bowen

There are a few things that could be driving this bank lower today.

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Broker Notes

1 ASX 300 stock just upgraded by brokers (and 2 downgraded)

| Zach Bristow

Here's the latest ratings changes.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 charging higher as Trump sweeps back into the White House

| Bernd Struben

Here's everything that's happened in the markets.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX 200 stocks to buy in November

| James Mickleboro

These quality stocks are top picks in November according to the broker.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX 300 shares to buy now for 50% to 80% returns

| James Mickleboro

These shares could have big return potential according to brokers. Let's see what they are saying.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A good day may await Australian investors today after the US election result.

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Opinions

2 shares I'll be adding to my portfolio – even with the ASX near all-time highs

| Sebastian Bowen

Even though the markets are near record highs, there is still value to be found.

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Share Gainers

Why Brainchip, Cooper Energy, Core Lithium, and Neuren shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. But why?

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Opinions

Worried about a frothy market? 2 ASX shares attractively priced AND 1 dead simple buy

| Mitchell Lawler

Pricey markets don't require sitting on the sidelines.

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Share Fallers

Why Bellevue, Domain, Skycity, and Wildcat shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Opinions

This ASX 200 share is trading near 52-week lows. Is it time to buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this one of the most underrated stocks on the ASX right now?

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Broker Notes

3 ASX All Ords shares just got BIG upgrades from top brokers

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers believe these ASX All Ords stocks could fly higher into 2025.

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Opinions

Want to become wealthy? Invest in ASX shares for 2030 rather than 2025

| Tristan Harrison

Long-term investing in ASX shares make a lot of sense to me.

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