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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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52-Week Highs

6 ASX All Ords shares smashing new 52-week highs today

| Bronwyn Allen

A mixed bag of ASX All Ords shares have hit new price records today.

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52-Week Highs

3 ASX insurance shares have hit 52-week highs this month. Is there a catch?

| Bronwyn Allen

Top broker Morgan Stanley is concerned that significantly higher premiums could eventually cost customers.

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Share Market News

NAB reveals types of products 'considered consumers' are still buying. Which ASX shares might benefit?

| James Mickleboro

NAB's recent consumer survey reveals where consumer spending could be heading.

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Materials Shares

Core Lithium share price dives another 14% to fresh 52-week low

| James Mickleboro

It has been a very difficult week for shareholders of this lithium stock.

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Investing Strategies

How I'd generate a passive income from ASX shares starting today

| Tony Yoo

Commit to investing now and this is how much wealth you could create in 10 years.

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Cheap Shares

'Oversold': 2 ASX shares to buy now at a heavy discount

| Tony Yoo

Don't overpay, as that just eats into future returns. Here's a pair of bargains recommended by one expert.

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Resources Shares

'Best positioned': 2 ASX mining shares about to explode

| Tony Yoo

It's tricky to know when to jump on junior miners. Here are two suggestions from Argonaut's Harrison Massey.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to return to form on Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

Why I'd buy ASX dividend shares with more than just high yields right now

| Tony Yoo

We may live in The Lucky Country, but you need to control your own destiny.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 didn't give investors the start to the week they were hoping for.

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Share Gainers

Why Coronado Global, Flight Centre, Meteoric Resources, and Nuix shares are rising

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a great start to the week.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

ANZ shares dip as watchdog postpones verdict on Suncorp deal

| Bernd Struben

The big four bank first reported its intent to acquire Suncorp's banking segment in July 2022.

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Share Fallers

Why Berkeley Energia, Core Lithium, Ioneer, and South32 shares are falling

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a poor start to the week.

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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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Materials Shares

Rio Tinto share price lower despite $1b acquisition

| James Mickleboro

Rio Tinto is making a major acquisition to boost its aluminium operations.

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Opinions

3 reasons I think Wesfarmers shares look like a buy for August

| Tristan Harrison

The valuation and growth of Wesfarmers look too good to ignore.

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Share Market News

Where can ASX investors find value as interest rates cut into earnings?

| Tristan Harrison

The economic picture has completely changed.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares down 50% that I think have massive upside

| Tristan Harrison

I see great things ahead for these compelling stocks.

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Share Market News

Here 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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Technology Shares

The little ASX tech share that's building 'a globally competitive business': WAM

| Bronwyn Allen

Wilson Asset Management thinks this tiny ASX tech share has a big future.

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

Here are the events most critical for your stock portfolio in the coming days.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to start the week positively.

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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. Here's why they are bullish on them...

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Bank Shares

Have ASX bank shares become too big for their boots? Macquarie weighs in

| Bronwyn Allen

Most ASX bank shares are underperforming in 2023 and Macquarie foresees more downside ahead.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how I'd invest $5,000 in ASX dividend shares right now

| Tony Yoo

After 10 years, you could get your initial investment back each year in perpetuity.

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Share Fallers

Is right now a once-in-a-lifetime chance to buy this ASX 200 stock at all-time lows?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX 200 stock explored all-time lows this week. Time to buy?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a bad day for ASX shares, but it could have been worse.

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Share Market News

Inflation-proofed: The ASX 200 share reeling in revenue growth with higher prices

| Bronwyn Allen

Toll roads are one of few businesses that can put their prices up and not usually lose customers.

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Technology Shares

Down 75% in 7 years, is this ASX tech share 'hitting its stride' a bargain buy?

| Bronwyn Allen

This tech share is up by almost 40% in six months.

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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 Mineral Resources, Premier Investments, Syrah, and Xero shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough time on Friday.

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Materials Shares

Short-seller interest in Lake Resources shares is falling. Is this a good sign?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Lake Resources share price hit a new 52-week low of 26 cents on Friday.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX growth shares I think have huge passive income potential

| Bernd Struben

A lot of the ASX shares I run my slide rule over for passive income are of the blue-chip variety.…

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Share Gainers

Why Coronado, Flight Centre, IPD, and Service Stream shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week positively.

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Share Market News

What are brokers saying about BHP shares following its update?

| James Mickleboro

Is BHP a post-update buy?

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Healthcare Shares

Why this little ASX healthtech share is charging 7% to a 52-week high on Friday

| James Mickleboro

This health technology share is making its shareholders smile on Friday

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Share Market News

Why did the Tesla stock price tumble 10% despite beating expectations?

| James Mickleboro

Tesla's shares were hammered overnight. What happened?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

This ASX All Ords share is charging higher today amid $10 million acquisition

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords share has acquired a Perth-based business with significant barriers to entry.

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Growth Shares

2 'longer-term growth story' ASX shares that ECP loves right now

| Tony Yoo

One of these stocks plunged and the other rocketed last month, but they're both excellent prospects in the long run.

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Share Market News

2 ASX mining directors buying their company shares in the past fortnight

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX mining directors at Galan Lithium and Genesis Minerals have declared recent purchases.

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