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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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Technology Shares

Tech treasures: 2 undervalued ASX software stocks to watch in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

I think it’s a good time to look at these tech names.

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ETFs

The pros and cons of buying the Vanguard US Total Market Shares Index ETF (VTS)

| Tristan Harrison

There are both positives and negatives to this ETF.

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Opinions

I think this ASX small-cap share can soar in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

This stock could keep travelling higher over time.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why short sellers are betting on these ASX shares sinking deep into the red.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

On Friday, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) ended the week on a positive note. The benchmark index rose 0.4% to 7,643.6…

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

For the sake of your stock portfolio, look out for these developments over the next few days.

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Share Market News

Morgans says these ASX shares are buys (with special dividends to come)

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the broker is saying about these shares.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave the thumbs up to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Broker Notes

These ASX shares could rise 30% to 50% in 12 months

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for owners of these shares according to analysts.

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Resources Shares

Here's why I'm steering clear of Core Lithium shares

| Tony Yoo

Lithium has bottomed out over the past year, but here's why this is NOT the bargain stock to buy.

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Share Market News

Why these 4 ASX 200 shares grabbed the Motley Fool's headlines this week

| Bernd Struben

From stellar earnings results to a multi-billion-dollar acquisition approval, these four ASX 200 shares made a big splash this week.

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Investing Strategies

I'd aim to turn a $20,000 savings account into $25,400 of passive income

| Tony Yoo

It doesn't matter if you don't have a pile of cash to start investing. The important thing is to start.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares to buy and hold forever

| Tristan Harrison

I like these stocks as ultra-long term ideas.

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Share Market News

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

| Bronwyn Allen

Tech shares led the pack for a second week, clocking a near 10% gain over the fortnight.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX had a very pleasant end to the trading week this Friday.

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Share Gainers

The Brainchip share price is up 213% this month. Is Nvidia to blame?

| Tony Yoo

The small cap Aussie tech stock is going bananas in 2024.

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Share Market News

Here's how these 3 ASX 200 shares just earned substantial broker upgrades

| Bernd Struben

Top brokers have a bullish 2024 outlook for these three ASX 200 shares.

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Broker Notes

Is the Nvidia share price on course to reach US$1,400?

| Bronwyn Allen

You betcha, says one analyst.

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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 Accent, Austal, Newmont, and Sandfire shares are plunging today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Aussie Broadband, Australian Ethical, Jumbo, and Vulcan are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Broker Notes

Lithium and cheese: Bell Potter tips 20%+ returns from these ASX 200 stocks

| James Mickleboro

Big gains could be coming from very different sides of the market.

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Travel Shares

Why Qantas shares could rise over 50%

| James Mickleboro

The Flying Kangaroo's shares could be dirt cheap according to one broker.

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Opinions

A once-in-a-decade chance to get rich from ASX 200 shares?

| Tristan Harrison

The ASX share market is a great wealth-builder.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

A strong finish to the week is expected for the ASX 200 index.

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Dividend Investing

2 cheap ASX stocks that offer more than 8% dividend yields

| Tony Yoo

Aussie investors have a huge range of excellent income stocks to choose from. Here's a couple trading at a decent…

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a return to form for ASX 200 shares this Thursday.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX stocks to buy following results

| James Mickleboro

Here are three stocks that Morgans is feeling bullish on this week.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

CSR share price jumps again as blockbuster bid confirmed

| Tristan Harrison

Investors are excited about a potential takeover.

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Share Gainers

Why Bega Cheese, Domino's, Lovisa, and Universal Store shares are rocketing today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are catching the eye on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Clinuvel, Medibank, Sayona Mining, and Tabcorp shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are out of favour with investors on Thursday. But why?

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Technology Shares

How has the DroneShield share price gained 90% in a month?

| Sebastian Bowen

DroneShield shares are once again at a new record high today.

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Broker Notes

Are Woolworths shares dirt cheap following the selloff?

| James Mickleboro

Is now the time to pounce? Let's see what one leading broker thinks.

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Share Market News

Sayona Mining share price crashes 19% after Piedmont Lithium says sayonara

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner's shares are taking a beating on Thursday.

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Resources Shares

Buy this ASX stock for 'the best lithium mine in the world'

| Tony Yoo

The experts at Blackwattle reckon the battery material will come back into vogue soon, and these are the shares to…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market bounce back from yesterday's decline?

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Share Gainers

The Wesfarmers share price is rising again. Should I buy the stock now?

| Tony Yoo

The conglomerate reported warmly received results last week and announced a large dividend.

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Share Gainers

If you'd put $20,000 in this ASX healthcare stock during COVID-19, you'd have $257,000 now

| Tony Yoo

You could have become filthy rich in just 4 years. Just think about that.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a tough Wednesday for ASX 200 shares 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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