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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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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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Recent Share Market News

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Share Market News

Here's when Westpac says the RBA will now cut interest rates

| James Mickleboro

Has last week's hotter than expected inflation reading delayed rate cuts?

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Opinions

3 Australian shares to help secure your future

| Tristan Harrison

I’m excited by the potential of these three stocks.

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy in June 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

Run the ruler over these possible new additions to your ASX share portfolio!

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in May 2024

| James Mickleboro

These shares made their shareholders smile in May.

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Share Market News

Buy, hold, or sell: What is Bell Potter saying about Fortescue shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what this leading broker thinks about the iron ore miner.

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Record Highs

Guess which ASX 200 stock just hit a record high?

| James Mickleboro

This popular stock made its shareholders smile again on Friday.

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52-Week Highs

Up 66% in a year, the Lovisa share price just hit an all-time high

| Zach Bristow

Shares in this jewellery retailer have hit another breakout high today.

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Dividend Investing

2 high-yield ASX shares I'd buy now for dividends

| Bernd Struben

I think both these ASX dividend stocks will continue to pay market beating yields for years to come.

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Share Market News

Why these 3 top ASX 300 stocks dragged the benchmark lower this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors were hitting the sell button on these top ASX stocks over the week. But why?

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Share Market News

Copper checkers: What's next for BHP shares after Anglo talks?

| Zach Bristow

The miner's long term strategy hasn't changed.

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Share Market News

Guess which 3 ASX 200 shares are leading the charge higher this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors piled into these three ASX 200 shares over the week. But why?

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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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Share Fallers

Why Core Lithium, Fortescue, Peter Warren, and Talga shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough finish to the week. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why AVITA Medical, Catapult, Meridian Energy, and Telix shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week strongly. But why?

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which All Ords ASX healthcare share just rocketed 19% on major FDA news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX healthcare share following good news from the US FDA.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is the Telix Pharmaceuticals share price soaring 11% today?

| Bernd Struben

The Telix Pharmaceuticals share price is rocketing on Friday. But why?

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Share Market News

Wilsons gives its verdict on Webjet and these popular ASX 200 stocks

| James Mickleboro

Did these companies deliver the goods this month? Let's see what the broker thinks.

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Share Market News

Best ASX real estate shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Are you looking to invest in real estate? Check out these stocks that analysts love.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

A decent finish to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares that are coiled springs for a lifetime of passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

These are my best stock picks for a lifetime of income.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors copped yet another bruising in the markets today.

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Broker Notes

4 ASX 200 shares receiving broker upgrades

| Bronwyn Allen

These high-performing ASX 200 shares have caught the attention of brokers and investors this week.

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Opinions

Which ASX stock I'd rather buy than Nvidia at $1,148 per share

| Mitchell Lawler

I'm being cautious not to get sucked into the AI euphoria. Here's my money-making alternative to tech's kingpin.

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Share Gainers

Why Catapult, Clarity, Pro Medicus, and Qantas shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market weakness on Thursday and pushing higher. But why?

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX microcap stock just rocketed 109% on a new deal!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX microcap stock soaring on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why BHP, GR Engineering, Novonix, and Pointerra shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are dropping into the red on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

Why did the ASX 200 just hit a 4-week low?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200's sudden four-week low might come down to just one thing.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords shares smashing new multi-year highs while the market sinks

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these 3 ASX All Ords shares to multi-year highs on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

2 under-the-radar ASX AI shares that look set to jump

| Zach Bristow

One broker says AI could unlock serious potential for these surprising companies.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP share price tumbles as $74 billion deal evaporates

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares won’t be encompassing Anglo American’s copper assets after all.

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Broker Notes

These ASX shares could rise 25% to 35%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares to rise strongly from where they trade today.

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Broker Notes

The best ASX shares to invest $500 in right now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why analysts think these shares would be great options for a $500 investment.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It could be another tough session for Aussie investors today.

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Materials Shares

BHP share price on watch after Anglo American takeover update

| James Mickleboro

BHP is seeking an extension to its deadline to get a deal over the line.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was carnage on the ASX this hump day.

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Cheap Shares

How I'd try to turn an empty portfolio into $300k by buying cheap ASX shares, starting now

| Sebastian Bowen

If I was looking for cheap ASX shares today, here's what I'd buy.

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Broker Notes

Domino's share price is set to soar 22%, say top brokers

| Zach Bristow

Serving up another positive view for the pizza giant.

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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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Share Gainers

Why Alligator Energy, Data#3, Fisher & Paykel, and IPD shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market sell-off on Wednesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Cettire, Neuren, Peter Warren, and Qantas shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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