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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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Share Market News

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

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 gained 1.71% over the week and one market sector soared a whopping 5.9%!

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Share Market News

Why these 3 ASX 200 shares leapt into the Motley Fool's headlines this week

| Bernd Struben

These three stocks leapt into the Motley Fool’s headlines as the ASX 200 hit new all-time highs this week.

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IPOs

Fewer ASX IPOs in 2023, but here's how they've performed

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal the top 10 new listings by size and how their share prices have changed to date.

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Opinions

My top ASX uranium stock pick to cash in on production woes

| Bernd Struben

ASX uranium stocks are rocketing as a global surge in uranium demand outpaces supply growth.

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Share Fallers

Why AGL, Arcadium Lithium, Chalice Mining, and Nickel Industries shares are falling

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough finish to the week.

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Share Gainers

Why Capricorn Metals, Deep Yellow, Pinnacle, and Playside shares are jumping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Energy Shares

Why are these 5 ASX uranium shares racing higher again today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX uranium shares are rocketing higher again on Friday.

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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

1 ASX dividend stock down 65% to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think it’s time to put this beaten-up stock in the shopping basket.

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Broker Notes

Why Goldman Sachs thinks QBE shares are a top buy

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for owners of this insurance giant's shares.

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Growth Shares

2 top ASX growth shares to buy right now and hold for the long term

| Tony Yoo

One stock has returned 1,500% over the past 5 years and the other has tripled in just 19 months.

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Retail Shares

Here's why Premier Investments shares are on my ASX dividend watchlist

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm liking what I'm seeing with this dividend-paying retail stock.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market rebound from yesterday's selloff? Let's find out.

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Record Lows

History suggests snubbing the ASX 200 at record highs could be a costly mistake — here's why

| Mitchell Lawler

It turns out that investing, even at record highs, can be better for your wealth than waiting on the sidelines.

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Share Market News

How ASX shares vs. property performed in January

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal the property price growth for each city and regional market and the top 5 risers of the ASX…

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Resources Shares

BHP stock and more: 3 ASX commodity titans to watch in 2024

| Bronwyn Allen

Here are the 12-month share price targets on 3 popular ASX mining stocks and the 2024 outlook for the commodities…

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Share Gainers

Why Block, Resolute Mining, Sayona Mining, and Syrah shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a very tough time on Thursday. But why>

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Share Gainers

Why Credit Corp, Playside, QBE, and Skycity shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are avoiding the market selloff today.

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Opinions

Would I be crazy to buy Wesfarmers shares at $58?

| Tristan Harrison

After a strong run, is this a good time to invest?

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Opinions

The ultimate ASX growth shares I'd buy with $7,000 right now

| Tristan Harrison

It’s a great time to invest.

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Share Market News

After 8 days of gains and a record high why is the ASX 200 tumbling today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are hitting the sell button on Thursday.

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Opinions

History suggests this under-the-radar ASX 200 stock could be a dark horse this reporting season

| Tristan Harrison

This stock could be a strong pick for defensive earnings.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX 200 stock is halted on $500m acquisition talks

| James Mickleboro

This company is locked in talks over a potentially huge purchase.

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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 Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Will the ASX 200 climb to new highs on Thursday? Let's find out.

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Opinions

As the Domino's share price continues to struggle, is it a no-brainer buy?

| Tony Yoo

The former market darling is down 75% off its 2021 high. Is it time to pick up a bargain?

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Share Gainers

These were the best performers on the ASX 200 in January

| James Mickleboro

Shareholders of these shares were smiling last month. But why?

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy in February 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

The Aussie stock market is scaling new heights. Are you getting in on the action?

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Investing Strategies

ASX passive income seekers: Invest $10,000 for $520 in monthly income

| Tony Yoo

Fancy a few hundred bucks every month until the day you die? Get started right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 hit a fresh new all-time high this Wednesday.

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Opinions

Beginner investors: 5 top Aussie stocks I'd buy for 2024

| Mitchell Lawler

Confucious said, "Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated." Replace 'life' with 'investing' and it still…

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Opinions

If history repeats itself, Qantas shares could surprise this reporting season

| Tristan Harrison

Is this stock primed for take-off?

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Share Market News

3 big questions about the Australian stock market in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

After a new ASX 200 record, what else could be in store in 2024?

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Bank Shares

Westpac ordered to pay $10 million after 'unconscionable conduct'

| Tony Yoo

The major bank has been busted for its actions relating to the largest interest rate swap transaction in Australian history.

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Record Highs

Big ASX 200 news! Aussie shares just reached a new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

There's one thing that is probably behind today's new record highs for ASX shares.

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Materials Shares

This ASX 200 stock has rocketed 42% in six days. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX 200 stock has hopped on a rocket ship this week.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 off to the races as Australia's inflation data surprises to the downside

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are celebrating the December CPI data just released by the ABS.

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Share Gainers

Why Bubs, Champion Iron, Playside Studios, and Select Harvests shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Credit Corp, Incitec Pivot, Sayona Mining, and Weebit Nano shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are being punished by the market on Wednesday. But why?

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Opinions

Got $1,000? 2 ASX shares to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think investments with strong growth potential are worth buying, like these 2.

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