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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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Broker Notes

Up 115% in a year, why Macquarie expects this ASX All Ords stock to keep charging higher

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts more outperformance from this surging ASX All Ords stock. But why?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 60% upside for this ASX 200 stock

| Aaron Bell

How much upside does Macquarie see in this ASX gaming stock?

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks storming higher in this week's falling market

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX 200 stocks racing higher this week. But why?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips more than 20% upside for this ASX lithium stock

| Aaron Bell

This lithium stock is flying high today and Macquarie expects that growth to continue.

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Broker Notes

Uranium fever! Why Macquarie just raised its price target on Boss Energy shares

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie has upped its outlook for Boss Energy shares. Here’s why.

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Share Fallers

Why Aeris Resources, Humm, Mayne Pharma, and Steadfast shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Cedar Woods, Newmont, ResMed, and Titomic shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

It has been a happy Halloween for owners of these shares. But why?

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Market News

The best ASX ETFs for long-term compounding wealth

| James Mickleboro

Want to build your wealth? Then check out these top funds that have bucketloads of potential.

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Share Market News

Market beating ASX 200 REIT holds AGM

| Laura Stewart

Charter Hall Retail REIT delivers steady FY25 earnings and upgrades FY26 distribution guidance.

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Opinions

3 unstoppable ASX shares to buy with $3,000

| Tristan Harrison

These three investments are delivering strong growth…

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Share Market News

Assets and investments more important than career progression to build wealth: report

| Bronwyn Allen

Young Australians say investing or inheriting assets is more important than how hard they work these days.

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ASX lithium shares record A line-up of green lithium batteries, indicating positive share price movement for clean ASX lithium miners
Broker Notes

Pilbara Minerals shares jump higher as JPMorgan tips 50% rise in lithium prices

| Bart Bogacz

On the charge.

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Broker Notes

3 ASX consumer discretionary shares to sell now: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

Inflation and unemployment are both on the rise in Australia.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week on a high? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

This defence stock could deliver returns close to 20% Macquarie says

| Cameron England

This shipbuilder is well-placed for growth, given the increase in defence spending.

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Broker Notes

Which big 4 ASX 200 bank stock does Macquarie prefer?

| Bernd Struben

ANZ, NAB, Westpac or CBA shares? Here’s the big four bank stock topping Macquarie’s list.

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52-Week Lows

Why did Bell Potter just lower its price target on REA Group shares?

| Aaron Bell

Are REA Group shares still a buy?

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Broker Notes

Does Morgans rate Woolworths shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Aaron Bell

After promising Q1 results, how does this broker view Woolworths shares?

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Broker Notes

Up 25% this year, how much further upside does Macquarie predict for Siteminder shares?

| Aaron Bell

Is there still more upside in this ASX technology stock?

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Share Market News

Here's CBA's latest Australian interest rate forecast

| Bernd Struben

With inflation picking up, when does CBA forecast the next RBA interest rate cut?

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Technology Shares

Droneshield shares slump 40%: Are they still a buy?

| Samantha Menzies

Are the tailwinds easing?

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Share Market News

Inflation is back! Could ASX 200 investors still see an RBA interest rate cut next week?

| Bernd Struben

With inflation rising, when might ASX investors see the next RBA interest rate cut?

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Share Fallers

Why Coles, JB Hi-Fi, Novonix, and Wesfarmers shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are out of form on Thursday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Champion Iron, Coronado, Megaport, and Mineral Resources shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

Macquarie predicts 100% upside for this ASX mining stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker thinks this mining shares could be heading to the moon.

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Opinions

Should you forget BHP and buy this magnificent ASX dividend stock instead?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's where I'd look instead.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

ASX 300 stock tumbles on US expansion plans

| James Mickleboro

An expansion into the United States isn't getting investors excited on Thursday.

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Opinions

2 top ASX shares to buy in November

| Tristan Harrison

These investments have significant growth potential.

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 shares I'm avoiding this week

| Samantha Menzies

I'm looking elsewhere instead.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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Opinions

3 ASX 200 shares I'd buy today with $10,000

| Samantha Menzies

These are the three shares I have my eye on this week.

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Resources Shares

Does Macquarie rate Liontown Resources shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Kevin Gandiya

Shares in Liontown Resources have surged 82% in 2025, but looking ahead, Macquarie is not so bullish.

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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 Fallers

Why Arafura Rare Earths, Bank of Queensland, CSL, and Strike shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Ansell, Boss Energy, Cedar Woods, and Nick Scali shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. But why?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 plunges as shock inflation print dims RBA interest rate cut hopes

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are hitting their sell buttons following unwelcome inflation news.

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Technology Shares

Analysts say the Xero share price could hit $227

| Samantha Menzies

The company's shares are trading in the red on Wednesday morning.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rocket more than 40%

| Samantha Menzies

Analysts are optimistic that the shares prices will keep climbing higher.

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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 local market today.

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