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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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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 5,883 shares of this ASX stock to aim for $1,000 of annual passive income

| Tristan Harrison

I’d pick this stock for its strong dividend record.

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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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Recent Share Market News

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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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Opinions

How to invest in ASX shares for big capital gains AND passive income

| Tristan Harrison

Certain types of ASX shares are capable of producing good returns, including dividends.

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Share Market News

Broker tips this fast-growing ASX 200 tech stock to outperform

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is very bullish on the outlook of this growing tech company.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Broker Notes

Up 45% in 2024! Can ResMed shares keep rising?

| James Mickleboro

Is this high-flying stock destined to keep soaring? Let's see what one broker is saying.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Another big day awaits Aussie investors today. Here's what to look out for.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors endured a rough day of trading this Tuesday.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 takes the latest RBA interest rate verdict in stride

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 looks to have shaken off today’s RBA interest rate call.

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Share Gainers

Why this ASX 300 stock is soaring 12% after a disastrous year

| Sebastian Bowen

This company has had a dramatic reversal of fortunes this Tuesday...

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Share Gainers

Why Core Lithium, Imugene, Lifestyle Communities, and Mineral Resources shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session. What's going on?

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Broker Notes

Broker says buy the dip on ASX 200 uranium share with 69% upside

| Bronwyn Allen

Shaw and Partners says this ASX uranium stock is trading at an attractive price point right now.

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Share Fallers

Why Domino's, Lynas, Paladin Energy, and St Barbara shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session. What's going on?

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Share Gainers

4 ASX All Ords shares up 315% to 682% in a year!

| Bernd Struben

Investors have sent these ASX All Ords shares flying higher. But why?

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Dividend Investing

Overinvested in Fortescue shares? Here are two alternative ASX dividend stocks

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s unearth some other passive income opportunities.

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Opinions

What I plan to do if the US election causes an ASX stock market sell-off

| Tristan Harrison

This could be a dramatic US election. Here’s how I’m approaching it.

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Gold

Why is this ASX gold share crashing 22% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why this gold miner is down in the dumps on Tuesday.

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Share Market News

Guess which ASX 300 stock is jumping 11% on big news

| James Mickleboro

Big news is giving this stock an even bigger lift on Tuesday. What's happening?

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says these ASX stocks are top buys

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is feeling so bullish on these names.

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Broker Notes

Buy this ASX All Ords stock for huge returns and a great dividend yield

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this buy-rated stock could deliver the goods for investors over the next 12 months.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough session for local investors today. But why?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors enjoyed a great start to the trading week today.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 stocks I'm buying and selling BEFORE the US presidential election outcome

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 could see some big moves on Wednesday in the wake of a huge US election.

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