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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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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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Share Market News

When could interest rates rise next? It may be sooner than you think

| Cameron England

Experts are increasingly predicting that a move higher for interest rates could come soon as inflation remains persistently high.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy sector leads the market ahead of OPEC+ meeting

| Bronwyn Allen

OPEC+ will meet today to decide whether to maintain its pause on oil production increases.

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Recent Share Market News

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Share Market News

I'd follow this piece of Warren Buffett advice when buying ASX shares today

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to make a swing at some ASX shares?

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A female broker in a red jacket whispers in the ear of a man who has a surprised look on his face as she explains which two ASX 200 shares should do well in today's volatile climate
Broker Notes

Top brokers say these ASX 200 shares can rise 30%+

| James Mickleboro

Here are a few ASX shares that could have huge upside potential.

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Opinions

I have $20k in savings. Should I go for passive income or ASX growth shares?

| Tony Yoo

You've worked hard to rack up a nice balance to invest with. Now what?

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Broker Notes

The best investments start with 'discomfort'. Here's one ASX share that fits the bill

| Tony Yoo

This construction stock has delivered 'spectacularly poor' returns to investors over the past few years, but Allan Gray now reckons…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to have a very strong session on Thursday.

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Broker Notes

ASX trifecta! Why Wesfarmers is a growth, value, and dividend stock all in one

| Tony Yoo

The Western Australian company is a true conglomerate, which is hardly seen in Australia.

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Opinions

Top ASX shares to buy in FY24

| Motley Fool Staff

The new financial year is a cracking time to consider your investment strategy. Our writers recommend their top stocks to…

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another positive day for ASX shares this Wednesday.

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Share Fallers

Why Bellevue Gold, KMD, Lake Resources, and Lindian shares are sinking

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough day on Wednesday.

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Share Gainers

Why Incitec Pivot, Jumbo, Megaport, and Neometals shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a strong session on Wednesday.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Investors may want to check out these ASX shares that have just been named as buys...

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Share Gainers

2 ASX All Ordinaries shares surging over 10% on Wednesday

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these two ASX All Ords shares soaring today.

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Share Market News

How can I maximise my ASX franking credits in FY24?

| Tristan Harrison

Let's look at the benefits of franking credits and which ASX shares have big, growing yields.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Here's why this ASX 50 share is jumping 8% today

| James Mickleboro

This ASX 50 share is catching the eye of investors on Wednesday.

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Share Market News

Why big changes could be ahead for the Nasdaq 100

| James Mickleboro

The Magnificent Seven are getting too big for their boots.

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Opinions

How I'd invest $300 a month in ASX shares to target a $20,000 passive income for life

| Tony Yoo

Here is an example of how you could achieve financial freedom using Aussie stocks.

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Opinions

4 things to look for in ASX shares right now

| Tony Yoo

Hamish Tadgell tells us what's in his crystal ball for the rest of 2023, including a few stock tips.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to rise again on Wednesday.

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Opinions

Up 30% in a year, is it too late to buy Washington H. Soul Pattinson shares?

| Tristan Harrison

It’s not cheap any more, but here’s why the future is still bright.

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Materials Shares

Missed the boat on ASX lithium shares? Mining veteran reveals 5 other commodities set to surge

| Bronwyn Allen

Mining legend Bill Beament says people do not understand the scale of the green energy metals bull market that is…

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Opinions

3 popular ASX shares I wouldn't touch with a bargepole

| Tony Yoo

Here's a trio of stocks that couldn't beat an egg. Don't be tempted into buying these value traps.

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52-Week Highs

5 ASX All Ords stocks smashing new multi-year highs on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

These shares are scaling new heights on Tuesday. But why?

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Resources Shares

Why CBA sees 'downside risk' for the iron ore price right now

| Bronwyn Allen

And CBA is not alone in its forecasts.

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Share Gainers

Why Capricorn Metals, Megaport, RPMGlobal, and Sayona Mining shares are zooming higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are catching the eye on Tuesday.

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Share Fallers

Why Atlantic Lithium, Integral Diagnostics, Nexted, and Serko shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are missing out on the good times on Tuesday.

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Healthcare Shares

4 things to look for when buying ASX healthcare shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Fidelity's Zara Lyons tells us what to look for when researching and selecting ASX healthcare stocks for investment.

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Dividend Investing

Warren Buffett has $400 billion invested in these 5 dividend stocks. Here are some ASX shares I think are similar

| Tony Yoo

The torchbearer for growth investing actually harvests much income from some of his holdings. These are the Aussie equivalents.

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Share Market News

Did this ASX All Ords director really just sell $3.3 million worth of company shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Yes, he did. But it appears there's no need for investors to worry.

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Opinions

Why I think now is a great time to buy Webjet shares

| Tristan Harrison

Strong travel demand and operating leverage could make this an opportunity.

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Resources Shares

'Strategic value': 2 ASX mining shares to buy now before they shoot up

| Tony Yoo

Resources stocks are infamously volatile. Here are two expert recommendations that could guide you to gains rather than losses.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A much better session is expected for the ASX 200 on Tuesday.

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Small Cap Shares

'Plenty of upside': 2 ASX small-cap shares to buy while they're cheap

| Tony Yoo

One of these stocks has doubled since the start of the year. See what one expert is recommending to add…

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Opinions

The biggest holding in my ASX share portfolio is…

| Motley Fool Staff

ASX share portfolios are as individual as the individuals who created them. So, have you ever wondered what others have…

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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 Incannex, Magellan, Nexted, and Strandline shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why GQG, Karoon Energy, Leo Lithium, and Meteoric Resources shares are rising

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week positively.

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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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Share Market News

5 ASX 200 shares that have doubled in value over 5 years

| Bronwyn Allen

And they're all from different market segments, too.

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Opinions

Saved $50,000? Here's how I'd aim to turn that into a passive income of $30,000 a year!

| Tony Yoo

Well done for having the discipline to grow your savings to a substantial level. Now let's have some fun with…

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

Australian stocks will be on tenterhooks as inflation readings from two superpowers dominate headlines in the coming days.

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