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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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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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Share Market News

When could interest rates rise next? It may be sooner than you think

| Cameron England

Experts are increasingly predicting that a move higher for interest rates could come soon as inflation remains persistently high.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy sector leads the market ahead of OPEC+ meeting

| Bronwyn Allen

OPEC+ will meet today to decide whether to maintain its pause on oil production increases.

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Recent Share Market News

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Broker Notes

These ASX shares could rise ~20% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe these shares could generate big returns for 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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Share Market News

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

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX real estate shares were strongest amid a volatile week during which the ASX 200 set a new record.

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Broker Notes

Which beaten down ASX 200 share did Goldman Sachs just upgrade to a buy rating?

| James Mickleboro

The broker has become more bullish on this stock following last week's update.

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Best Shares

The best ASX shares to invest $1,000 in right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think that putting your money into these stocks could be a smart move.

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Share Market News

4 ASX ETFs to buy for FY25 and beyond

| James Mickleboro

Could these ETFs be top options for investors looking for long term picks?

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Opinions

How I'd invest $10,000 in ASX shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about the prospects of these stocks.

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Share Market News

What's the outlook for shares vs. property in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

Generally speaking, there is optimism among the experts for both shares and property in FY25.

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy before earnings season

| Motley Fool Staff

It's almost time to take a look at the books!

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 had a horrible end to its trading week this Friday.

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Broker Notes

3 ASX shares brokers tip for significant outperformance in FY 2025

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers expect some significant outperformance from these three ASX shares.

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Technology Shares

Are DroneShield shares still fundamentally expensive now?

| Sebastian Bowen

DroneShield shares still look expensive, but the growth is there...

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Share Fallers

Why Aurelia Metals, Australian Ethical, Lifestyle Communities, and Regis Resources shares are falling

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling heavily with the market. But why?

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Technology Shares

Should we be worried about a Nasdaq stock market crash?

| Bernd Struben

The tech sell-off has seen the Nasdaq plunge 3.4% in two days. Now what?

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Share Gainers

Why Adore Beauty, Domino's, DroneShield, and Universal Store shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

Not all shares are falling today. Why are these rising?

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Dividend Investing

One ASX dividend machine I'd buy over Fortescue shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

When it comes to dividends, growth can be better than a high yield.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

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

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Opinions

Why I'm still super excited about Guzman y Gomez shares

| Tristan Harrison

GYG is an exciting prospect in my opinion.

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Share Fallers

Down 26% in 5 days, why is this ASX 200 real estate stock crashing again today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are displeased with the latest announcement from the ASX 200 real estate stock.

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Opinions

After a 25% crash, is this ASX 200 stock in deep value territory?

| Mitchell Lawler

This $13 billion company has been kicked the curb. It might be worth inspecting.

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Opinions

ASX investors: 1 top stock primed for performance

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is tapping into technology advances to boost its capabilities.

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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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ETFs

Why high interest rates are seeing investors flock to these ASX ETFs

| Bernd Struben

With interest rates likely at or near their peak, investors are piling into these ASX ETFs. But why?

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Opinions

Would I be crazy to buy CBA shares now at over $132?

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares have defied a host of bearish analysts to soar 29% in 12 months. Now what?

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX 50 stock can rise 20%+ and offers a 5%+ dividend yield

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is tipping this blue chip as a top buy.

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Opinions

Here are my top 4 ASX shares to buy right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are the four ASX shares I would buy today if I won the lottery.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors once again pulled back from record highs today.

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Bank Shares

2 uniquely Australian reasons why ASX 200 bank shares are outperforming global peers

| Bronwyn Allen

Three of the Big Four ASX 200 bank shares hit new price milestones today.

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Opinions

ASX 200 to finish 2024 higher than expected: AMP

| Bronwyn Allen

AMP says there were 3 factors that drove the ASX 200 to its new record high above 8,000 points this…

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Economy

Why did the ASX 200 dip on the latest unemployment figures?

| Bronwyn Allen

The labour market remains stubbornly resilient with only a minute increase in unemployment last month.

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Share Market News

Buy these top ASX ETFs for income in FY 2025

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs could be worth a look if you're searching for income.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Have ASX investors missed their chance to buy Woolworths shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

After a sharp recovery, Woolworths shares might not be on sale anymore...

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Opinions

DroneShield shares taught me a $29,612 lesson. Stick to your guns

| Mitchell Lawler

If only I knew what I know now, I'd be $29,612 better off.

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Share Gainers

Why Accent, Dusk, Evolution Mining, and Zip shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a great session. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Alumina, Domino's, DroneShield, and WiseTech shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Thursday. Why are investors selling their shares?

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BNPL shares

Zip share price rockets 8% on 'extremely strong support' for $217 million capital raise

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are sending the Zip share price soaring today. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough session for Aussie investors today.

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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 this Wednesday.

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Record Highs

Here's why the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) just hit an all-time ASX high

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own this ETF, you've had a great day.

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Bank Shares

40% downside! Broker values CBA shares at $80 — is the fun over?

| Zach Bristow

Valuations remain the top concern among brokers.

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