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Share Market News

ASX 200 resilient in face of latest RBA interest rate increase

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors had widely been expecting the RBA to increase interest rates again today.

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Share Market News

Worst fortnight in 4 years: How the Iran war is affecting ASX shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Since the war began, the ASX 200 has fallen 6.5%, and the ASX All Ords has dropped 6.65%.

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Opinions

A stock market crash feels like it might be imminent

| Grace Alvino

Rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility are making some investors uneasy.

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Opinions

How investing $50 a day into ASX shares could become $1 million faster than you think

| Tristan Harrison

Long-term saving and investing are essential for building wealth.

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Share Market News

US$100 oil is a big deal for every ASX share. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Higher oil prices flow through to every corner of the economy.

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Share Market News

The one question I always ask before buying an ASX share

| Grace Alvino

If a stock stopped moving for three years, would you still want to own it?

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Share Market News

Game on! BHP retakes biggest ASX stock crown as CBA shares sink

| Bernd Struben

The battle of the top ASX titans continues, with BHP edging out CBA to win back the crown.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts to record high amid strong earnings and new jobs data

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season continues with Telstra, Brambles, Sonic Healthcare, and Hub24 impressing the market today.

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Recent Share Market News

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 shares leading the charge higher this week

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 stocks are flying higher this week. Here’s how.

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Broker Notes

3 reasons to buy this ASX 200 stock now

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be snapping up this stock right now.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX 200 shares to buy that this fund manager is bullish about

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be exciting blue-chip picks right now.

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Opinions

6% dividend yield! I'm buying this stellar ASX stock in bulk

| Mitchell Lawler

It's a BIG yield, but that's not even the key reason why I'm ready to buy more.

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Share Gainers

Up 748% in a year, why a 'long growth runway remains' for Zip shares

| Bernd Struben

Up 748% in a year, these top fund managers remain bullish on the outlook for Zip shares in 2025.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market finish the week on a high? Let's find out.

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Healthcare Shares

2 ASX healthcare small-cap shares to buy now: brokers

| Bronwyn Allen

These 2 small-cap healthcare companies have captured the attention of experts.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX was back to fine form this Thursday...

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Energy Shares

Top broker says Boss Energy shares have 29% upside

| Zach Bristow

Nuclear energy continues to be an emerging theme for investors.

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Share Fallers

Why 29Metals, Guzman Y Gomez, Mesoblast, and Pilbara Minerals shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Bravura, HMC, Magellan, and Perseus shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

Will ASX 200 investors be gifted with a 'Santa rally'?

| Bernd Struben

After a strong run in 2024, can the Santa rally send the ASX 200 to new records?

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Technology Shares

Why has this ASX 200 tech stock rocketed 38% in a month?

| Sebastian Bowen

The stars aligned for this stock over the past month.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX biotech shares rocketing 10% to 26% on BIG news!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these three ASX biotech stocks flying higher on Thursday.

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Broker Notes

Here's the latest broker upgrades on ASX All Ords shares

| Zach Bristow

Let's dive in.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Up 146% in a year, ASX 200 stock marches higher on $950 million acquisition news

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 company is expanding its renewable energy footprint.

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Capital Raising

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just crashed 28%!

| James Mickleboro

What's causing this share to crash deep into the red on Thursday? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

Why are Rio Tinto shares falling today?

| James Mickleboro

The miner has released a couple of big updates. Here's what you need to know.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

These stocks are top picks in December according to the broker.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A better session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what you need to know.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a red day for the markets this Wednesday.

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52-Week Highs

10 ASX 200 shares smashing new highs while the market sinks

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these market-defying stocks?

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Broker Notes

Is the Guzman Y Gomez share price valuation too spicy in 2024? Here's a top broker's view

| Tristan Harrison

Is the valuation too spicy or is it a top buy?

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Goodman, Hansen, and Pilbara Minerals shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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REITs

This ASX 200 stock just tanked 4% amid a $1.9 billion sale

| Sebastian Bowen

Millions of Goodman shares were just sold off.

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Bravura, GQG Partners, and Pro Medicus shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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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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Travel Shares

Why the Qantas share price can keep flying to new highs

| Bernd Struben

Qantas shares' new record highs are forecast to be broken in 2025 by this top broker.

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Cheap Shares

I've got $2,000 and I'm on the hunt for cheap ASX shares to buy in December

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be too cheap to ignore.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Broker says this ASX 200 share offers 'compelling value' for investors

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about this company. Here's what you need to know.

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Broker Notes

8 ASX All Ords shares upgraded to 'strong buy' ratings in November

| Bronwyn Allen

Looking for inspiration on some potential new year investments?

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Share Market News

These ASX 200 growth shares could rise 20% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Morgans sees a lot of value in these growth shares. Here's what it is saying.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is happening on the Australian share market on hump day.

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Dividend Investing

These 2 ASX dividend shares have grown their dividend every year for 20 years!

| Tristan Harrison

It’s impressive how consistent these stocks have been with their payouts.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another day and another record high for ASX shares.

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Technology Shares

ASX tech shares are up 58% in 2024. Brokers say buy these stocks for the new year

| Bronwyn Allen

Despite significant share price rises in 2024, brokers say these ASX tech stocks are still a buy.

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Financial Shares

Why did the IAG share price just hit a 5-year high?

| James Mickleboro

Shareholders of this insurance giant are smiling on Tuesday. What's going on?

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Share Gainers

This small-cap ASX healthcare stock just exploded 131%! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX small-cap healthcare stock soaring on Tuesday.

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Share Gainers

Why Life360, Metcash, Star Entertainment, and Westpac shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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