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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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Opinions

If I inherited $100,000, these are the ASX shares I'd buy for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are my pick for investment income.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Why are short sellers betting on these ASX shares falling?

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Investing Strategies

Could investing $10,000 in this ASX 200 share make you a millionaire?

| Tony Yoo

Turning $10k into seven figures could seem like magic, but stock investors can do it with thorough research and patience.

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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 ASX 200 on Wednesday.

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Opinions

How my top 10 ASX stock picks performed in 2023 and 1 valuable lesson

| Mitchell Lawler

How an investor with a 50% strike rate can still beat the market. Here's proof it is possible.

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Resources Shares

Will the lithium price surge in 2024?

| Tony Yoo

The hot investment theme of the past few years plunged this year. So what will become of the critical battery…

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Energy Shares

Will ASX uranium shares surge again in 2024?

| Tony Yoo

2023 was a massive year for the nuclear fuel. Can next year deliver another spectacular climb?

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Opinions

Received money for Christmas? Here's which ASX shares I'd buy

| Tristan Harrison

ASX shares might just be the perfect Christmas present for yourself.

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Resources Shares

Will ASX copper shares surge in 2024?

| Tony Yoo

2023 was disappointing for those who predicted copper would surge. How's the outlook for next year?

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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

Analysts say these ASX 200 shares can rise 30% to 50%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be good options for investors next year.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I'd buy with $6,000 right now

| Tristan Harrison

I rate these stocks as opportunities.

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Resources Shares

Will ASX iron ore shares surge in 2024?

| Tony Yoo

The global price for the commodity has surprised this year, but analysts have been 'sceptical' this far.

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Share Market News

Revealed: The top 10 stocks on Instagram and TikTok

| Tony Yoo

Are you curious about what stocks other investors are thinking about? Now you no longer need to wonder.

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Share Market News

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

| Tony Yoo

The index pushed 0.8% higher the past five days, but which industry led the charge for Australian investors?

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Share Market News

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

| Bernd Struben

A lucrative market potentially reopening, a major cost cutting program, and a $1.3 billion asset sale saw these ASX 200…

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Share Fallers

Why Chalice Mining, Core Lithium, Sayona Mining, and Synlait shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

Four ASX shares that are dragging on the market today.

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Share Gainers

Why Boss Energy, Lynas, Neuren, and Ora Banda shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week strongly. 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 Market News

Are Telstra shares a no-brainer for income investors in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Goldman Sachs is saying about the telco giant.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the final trading day before the Christmas break.

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Resources Shares

3 ASX mining stocks you'll be glad you bought when the bull market starts

| Tony Yoo

Iron ore, gold and lithium: Commodities could be in for a bullish year in 2024.

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Opinions

Here's why I'm buying cheap ASX shares right now to hold until at least 2026!

| Tony Yoo

Do you have the patience to buy high quality companies then just sit on it for years?

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Opinions

My prediction for the best-performing ASX sectors in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

2024 could be another extremely interesting year!

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Share Gainers

Why Calidus, Cromwell Property, Integrated Research, and WA1 shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

Not all shares are falling on Thursday. Here's why these are rising.

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 stocks in 2024? Here's what CBA predicts for the year ahead

| Bernd Struben

CBA’s 2024 outlook foresees a mix of headwinds and tailwinds ahead for ASX 200 stocks.

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Share Fallers

Why Emerald Resources, Liontown, Pexa, and Wildcat shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are falling more than most today.

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Share Market News

Insiders have been buying these 5 ASX All Ords shares

| James Mickleboro

Insiders appear to see value in these shares.

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Share Market News

The S&P 500 just logged its worst day in two months. What's going on?

| Bernd Struben

Battered by headwinds on several fronts, the S&P 500 ended its winning streak to close down 1.5%.

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Share Market News

Own Azure Minerals shares? Here's why its takeover could collapse

| James Mickleboro

Is this another lithium takeover that is doomed to fail?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect from the ASX 200 today.

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Investing Strategies

The 3 best deals on the ASX today

| Tony Yoo

Stuff your Christmas stocking with these beauties for a cheerful 2024.

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Opinions

Why I think these 2 giant ASX 200 shares are currently undervalued!

| Tristan Harrison

These 2 ASX blue-chip shares could be worth a bite.

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Share Gainers

Why Core Lithium, Healius, Karoon Energy, and WA1 shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a strong session on Wednesday.

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Record Highs

These 5 top ASX 200 shares are smashing new all-time highs today

| Bernd Struben

It’s a record breaking day for these five ASX 200 shares today.

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Share Fallers

Why Atlantic Lithium, KMD Brands, Neuren, and PEXA shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are taking a tumble on Wednesday.

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52-Week Highs

Why did the Rio Tinto share price just hit a 52-week high?

| Tristan Harrison

It’s been a strong Santa rally for Rio Tinto shares.

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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

Investing in ASX 200 shares? Here's when ANZ predicts the RBA will cut interest rates

| Bernd Struben

While some ASX 200 shares can perform well in a high interest rate environment, many struggle with increased borrowing costs.

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Opinions

How I'd kick-start my children's financial future with ASX shares under the Christmas tree

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could make great Christmas presents.

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