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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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Industrials Shares

Beaten-up ASX 200 stock surges 12% on buyout rumour

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX 200 building materials stock has been struggling throughout FY24.

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Dividend Investing

Is now a good time to buy this high-yield ASX dividend stock?

| Sebastian Bowen

My view is that a high yield doesn't always make for a good buy.

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Share Gainers

Guess how much a $3,000 investment in Liontown shares ballooned to in just one month

| Bernd Struben

After a lengthy slide, Liontown shares came roaring back this past month.

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Share Gainers

Why Australian Ethical, Cromwell Property, Smartpay, and Xero shares are surging

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a very strong session. But why?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 shares vs. property: Which has performed better since the COVID crash?

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal which property markets and ASX 200 shares have risen the most since COVID-19 hit us.

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Share Fallers

Why BHP, Nufarm, Peninsula Energy, and Regis Resource shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Why these 4 ASX 200 shares just got downgraded by top brokers

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers have downgraded their outlooks for these ASX 200 shares. But why?

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ETFs

Should you buy Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (NDQ) at an all-time high?

| Tristan Harrison

Can an investment at an all-time high be a good idea?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Deal or no deal? Why the BHP share price is crumbling today

| Bernd Struben

The BHP share price is under pressure following the mining giant's third takeover bid for Anglo American.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's the Coles share price I would buy at

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd be happy to buy Coles... at the right price.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here are a few things for Australian investors to look out for today.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP shares on watch after new $74b Anglo American takeover offer rejected

| James Mickleboro

Is it third time lucky for the mining giant?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares snatched defeat from the jaws of victory today.

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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 Droneshield, TechnologyOne, Telix, and Webjet shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a great session. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Eagers Automotive, Inghams, Patriot Battery Metals, and Wildcat shares are sinking

| James Mickleboro

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

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52-Week Highs

Up 63%: The A2 Milk share price just hit a new 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

A2 Milk shares can't stop winning for investors in 2024...

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52-Week Highs

Guess which 7 ASX 200 shares are smashing new 52-week highs today

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these seven stocks soaring to new one-year highs today.

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Share Fallers

Why this $3.2 billion ASX 200 stock just crashed 19%

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 stock is under heavy selling pressure on Wednesday. But why?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why this under-the-radar ASX 200 stock is in a trading halt

| Mitchell Lawler

It looks like this top 200 company is ready to splash some cash again.

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Share Gainers

Up 246% in a year, here's why the Droneshield share price is racing higher again today

| Bernd Struben

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

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Opinions

These 2 ASX shares could win big time in the long term

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks have very appealing outlooks.

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Share Market News

How much could a $10,000 investment in Qantas shares be worth in 12 months?

| James Mickleboro

Would putting your money in the Flying Kangaroo be a smart idea?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Best Shares

4 ASX shares held by billionaire fund managers

| Sebastian Bowen

Is one of these four shares your next winner?

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Broker Notes

Why this beaten-down ASX 200 stock can jump 24%

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks this sold off stock could generate big returns for investors.

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Broker Notes

ResMed shares higher as company 'turns the GLP threat into an opportunity': Fundie

| Bronwyn Allen

ResMed is having a great run in 2024 with the share price up 29% already.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a fairly grim day for ASX shares this Tuesday.

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Materials Shares

Buy one, sell the other: Goldman's verdict on these 2 ASX lithium shares

| Bronwyn Allen

The broker says lithium prices will not bottom until 2025. Here's what you should do in the meantime.

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Share Fallers

Why Infratil, James Hardie, Sonic Healthcare, and Star Entertainment shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why ALS, OFX, Skycity, and TechnologyOne shares are surging today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why this ASX 200 healthcare stock is tumbling 6% today

| Mitchell Lawler

Inflation pressures are claiming another victim as this healthcare giant lowers its FY24 expectations.

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52-Week Lows

3 ASX 300 shares hitting new 52-week lows: Are they cheap buys?

| James Mickleboro

What's sending these shares down to new lows today?

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Retail Shares

Dump 'em! Top broker says sell these 3 ASX retail shares

| Bronwyn Allen

This comes amid high interest rates, weak retail sales, and persistently negative consumer sentiment.

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 was almost hit by an RBA interest rate hike in May. Now what?

| Bernd Struben

The RBA minutes reveal ASX 200 investors were almost faced with a rate hike this month.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Star Entertainment share price dives 10% on Hard Rock update

| Bernd Struben

Takeover rumours have been swirling around ASX 200 casino operator Star Entertainment.

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Opinions

2 great value ASX shares I want to buy

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are high on my watchlist.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Down 16% in 6 weeks: Is this ASX 200 share a bargain buy?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has given its verdict on this beaten down stock.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 enjoyed a strong start to the trading week today.

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