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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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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Another good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Opinions

2 reasons to buy Berkshire Hathaway shares today (and one not to)

| Sebastian Bowen

Buying Warren Buffett's company isn't the obvious win that it used to be...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was back to the races for ASX shares this Wednesday.

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Broker Notes

Buy this ASX 200 share for a 20%+ return

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks big returns could be coming for this stock.

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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 Fallers

Why Fletcher Building, Healius, Iperionx, and Iress shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords shares going gangbusters on Wednesday

| Bernd Struben

Investors are snapping up shares in these ASX All Ords shares today. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why BHP, Boss Energy, Domino's, and Renascor shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

Novonix share price rockets on new Volkswagen deal

| Sebastian Bowen

There's some big ASX news out of Novonix today.

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Share Market News

What the federal budget means for interest rates and ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

Some ASX shares will benefit more than others from the new Federal budget.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why this could be the best ASX 200 consumer staples stock to buy in May

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I think this stock is a great buying opportunity in May.

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Opinions

With $1,000 to invest, should I buy ASX growth stocks or income shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s my view on which investment Aussies should look at.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX gold stock just rocketed 92% on this 'outstanding' new discovery

| Bernd Struben

Investor are snapping up the ASX gold stock as excitement over its gold and silver project surges.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Buying BHP shares? Here's what's happening with the Anglo American takeover

| Bernd Struben

BHP’s Mike Henry and Anglo American’s Duncan Wanblad are manoeuvring for shareholder approval.

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Share Market News

If I buy 1,000 Westpac shares, how much passive income will I receive?

| Zach Bristow

For investors seeking passive income, this banking major could be a contender.

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Dividend Investing

6% yield! I'm eyeing this ASX stock for my retirement portfolio in May

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I love this stock for a retirement portfolio right now.

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Financial Shares

Why Goldman Sachs just slapped a sell rating on this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip has been hit with a sell rating. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Will it be a better day for Aussie investors? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

Buy BHP and these ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

The mining giant is one of four stocks that analysts are tipping as buys.

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Resources Shares

Why more ASX mining shares could soon turn to takeover bids

| Sebastian Bowen

The rush of mining shares merging on the ASX is a good thing, says this expert.

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Opinions

Down 80% in a year, are Sayona Mining shares now a buy?

| Bernd Struben

With shares down 80% in a year, will I be buying Sayona Mining stock now?

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Opinions

If I were Warren Buffett, I'd buy these 3 ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

These 3 stocks could fit right into Warren Buffett’s portfolio

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough day for ASX investors this Tuesday.

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 eerily quiet today?

| Mitchell Lawler

The Australian share market is ghostly quiet today. Could it have something to do with interest rates?

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Share Gainers

Why Credit Corp, GUD, Race Oncology, and Spartan Resources shares are rising

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a decent session. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, Meteoric Resources, Pantoro, and Worley shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session today. But why?

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Share Market News

2 reasons Thursday is shaping up to be a huge day for the ASX 200

| Bernd Struben

Thursday could be a big day for the ASX 200. But why?

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Broker Notes

Guess which four ASX 300 shares were just re-rated by top brokers

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers have re-evaluated the prospects for these ASX 300 companies.

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Investing Strategies

Invest in quality, not meme stocks

| Andrew Legget

It appears the “meme stock” days are back.

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Share Gainers

Why this $1.5 billion ASX 200 stock just surged 10%

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are sending the stock surging on Tuesday. But why?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP share price slides amid no deal on 'compelling opportunity'

| Bernd Struben

BHP’s Mike Henry responded to Anglo American’s rejection of the improved takeover deal.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I'd buy for instant diversification

| Tristan Harrison

These 3 ASX investments could provide something very different to the ASX 200.

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Share Market News

Is the Woodside share price at a stretched valuation right now?

| Zach Bristow

Some are still optimistic on the energy giant, despite softer oil prices.

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Materials Shares

BHP shares on watch after new $64b Anglo American takeover offer rejected

| James Mickleboro

It wasn't second time lucky for the Big Australian. Will it try again?

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Share Market News

Why this ASX 200 stock could generate a 40% 12-month return

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is predicting huge returns from this stock.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

There's plenty to watch on the local share market today.

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52-Week Lows

3 ASX shares at 52-week lows or worse

| James Mickleboro

Times have been hard for owners of these shares.

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Opinions

Where to find value inside the top 50 ASX shares in May

| Mitchell Lawler

Value can be found in all shapes and sizes. These large-caps is where I believe future outperformance can be made.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX somehow managed to pull a win out of its hat today.

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Share Gainers

'Ideally positioned': Why this ASX copper stock just rocketed 57%

| Bernd Struben

Investors are snapping up shares in the ASX copper stock on Monday. But why?

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