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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 5,883 shares of this ASX stock to aim for $1,000 of annual passive income

| Tristan Harrison

I’d pick this stock for its strong dividend record.

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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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Recent Share Market News

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Broker Notes

'Exciting time': 4 All Ords shares that are reporting season winners

| Tony Yoo

August gets the analysts at QVG pumped up. Here are the ASX stocks they love after their results.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The markets went backwards today, but we still had some gains amongst our top shares.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says these are the best ASX shares to buy this month

| James Mickleboro

Mining and auto parts are getting analysts at Bell Potter excited this month.

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Economy

ASX 200 wobbles on latest RBA interest rate decision

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors may be feeling some uncertainty following this afternoon’s RBA interest rate announcement.

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Share Gainers

Why IGO, Iress, Judo Capital, and Lithium Energy shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a strong session despite the market weakness.

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Share Fallers

Why Chalice Mining, Northern Star, Pilbara Minerals, and Tietto shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a difficult session.

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52-Week Highs

3 ASX All Ords shares cracking new 52-week highs on Tuesday

| Bronwyn Allen

Despite the All Ords trading in the red today, these companies are flying.

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Broker Notes

Goldman Sachs tips 20% upside and 4% yield from this ASX 200 blue chip share

| James Mickleboro

A dirt cheap consumer staples leader has caught the eye of this broker.

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Materials Shares

Mineral Resources share price lower on lithium acquisition news

| James Mickleboro

Mineral Resources is looking to snap up a mine in Western Australia.

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Gold

Why did this ASX 300 gold share just crash 30%?

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner is having a difficult day. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's why the Coles share price dived 10% in August

| Sebastian Bowen

Coles shares went backwards last month thanks to its lacklustre earnings.

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Capital Raising

ASX 200 stock Orora announces $2.2 billion acquisition and mega cap raise

| Bronwyn Allen

Orora expects the acquisition to be EPS accretive in the first full financial year of ownership.

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Opinions

Would I buy CBA shares above $100 right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to buy shares of Australia’s biggest bank?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Is the Liontown takeover a good deal for shareholders?

| James Mickleboro

Should shareholders be happy with Albemarle's offer?

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Opinions

Why Lovisa shares look like a strong, long-term buy to me

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why this investment could sparkle.

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Share Market News

Qantas shares on watch following shock Alan Joyce exit

| James Mickleboro

The Qantas CEO's takeoff is imminent!

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares to buy with 6%+ dividend yields: brokers

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these could be top options for income investors this month.

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Investing Strategies

This ASX lithium stock just triggered a 'buy signal'

| Tony Yoo

When commodity prices eventually recover, this investment could result in a windfall.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares I rate as buys for their big potential

| Tristan Harrison

These companies are seeing pleasing demand for their technology offerings.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

'A short squeeze could unfold': Bullish ASX 200 stock also paying 6.4% dividend yield

| Tony Yoo

This retail giant has long had an image problem among investors, but this could work favourably for those willing to…

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Cheap Shares

'Buying opportunity': 2 ASX 200 shares to buy for dirt cheap right now

| Tony Yoo

You look for bargains elsewhere in life, so why not for stock investments?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is set to have a softer session on Tuesday.

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Investing Strategies

How I'd invest $350 monthly in ASX shares to target $55,000 in annual passive income

| Tony Yoo

A fat cheque in your mail each year for doing nothing is actually a realistic goal, with the help of…

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Share Fallers

Why Lake Resources, Leo Lithium, Skycity, and Tyro shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough start to the week. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Cettire, Genesis Minerals, Liontown, and Weebit Nano shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these shares are starting the week with a bang.

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Share Gainers

Weebit Nano share price leaping 15% amid momentous entry

| Bernd Struben

Shares in the tech company have gained a whopping 65% in a year and are going gangbusters again today.

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Share Fallers

Why is this ASX All Ords share cascading 16% on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords share is under heavy selling pressure today.

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Share Market News

Why uranium could be the next boost for Soul Pattinson shares

| Tristan Harrison

Nuclear energy may be the next focus for the investment house.

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Share Market News

These 6 shares are being kicked out of the ASX 200 index this month

| James Mickleboro

Change is afoot for the ASX 200 index.

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Materials Shares

Liontown share price jumps 11% on new Albemarle $6.6b takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner has received an improved takeover offer.

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares that have doubled in a year

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have delivered huge capital growth in 12 months.

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Share Market News

Buy these blue chip ASX 200 shares now: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These blue chips could be top options for investors this month.

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Opinions

Insurance profits increased 400% in FY23. Here are the ASX shares I'd buy

| Tristan Harrison

This sector is seeing a big jump in profitability.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's why short sellers are betting on these ASX shares dropping in value.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I changed my mind about this earnings season

| Tristan Harrison

It was another interesting August for many companies.

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

A huge few days awaits your stock portfolio. Make sure you look out for these events.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 index is expected to rebound on Monday.

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Economy

Why ASX shares could rocket on Tuesday

| Tony Yoo

Your stock portfolio could get a huge boost this week. Here's what to look out for.

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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.

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