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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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Share Fallers

Why Ansell, Elsight, Ramelius, and SGH shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are missing out on the market's move higher on Thursday.

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Best Shares

10 best ASX 200 large-cap shares of 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 large-cap shares for capital growth in 2025.

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Share Gainers

Why Canyon Resources, Core Lithium, Duratec, and Unico Silver shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are outperforming on Thursday. What's going on?

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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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Best Shares

Where to invest $7,000 in Janaury

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these investments will thrive in 2026 and beyond...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BlueScope shares fall after rejecting 'significantly undervalued' takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

The steel products company has given a firm no.

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Share Market News

Ansell announces CEO transition: Nathalie Ahlström to succeed Neil Salmon in 2026

| Laura Stewart

Current CEO Neil Salmon will retire in February 2026.

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Share Market News

Ramelius Resources reports steady gold output; FY26 guidance reaffirmed

| Laura Stewart

Ramelius Resources reports strong December quarter gold production.

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Share Market News

Monadelphous lands $110m in new contracts across sectors

| Laura Stewart

Monadelphous shares are in focus after securing $110 million in new contracts across resources, energy, and renewables.

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Broker Notes

Experts rate these 2 ASX shares as buys this month!

| Tristan Harrison

Leading analysts say these stocks are a buy.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I'd buy with $30,000 this week

| Samantha Menzies

These ASX shares have piqued my interest this week.

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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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Broker Notes

What's Bell Potter's view on SGH shares after the BlueScope Steel acquisition proposal?

| Aaron Bell

What should investors expect after Monday's announcement?

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Dividend Investing

Forget BHP shares! Buy these ASX dividend shares instead for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

I can think of a few options I’d prefer over the mining giant.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX was back in the green this Wednesday.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: How does Morgans rate these ASX shares?

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has been looking at a couple of popular shares.

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Broker Notes

Why this beaten down ASX 200 stock could rise 50%

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be dirt cheap according to analysts at Bell Potter.

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Share Market News

4 pros and cons of buying the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS) in 2026!

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular ETF isn't a slam dunk...

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Regis Resources, Unico Silver, and WiseTech Global shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Bellevue Gold, Harvey Norman, Karoon Energy, and Westpac shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

After a 73% surge this ASX healthcare share looks far from done

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are upbeat, and some see possible gains of 90% in 2026.

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Share Market News

Magellan Financial Group dips as AUM slips in December quarter

| Laura Stewart

Magellan Financial Group's AUM declined to $39.9 billion at December 2025, with net outflows for the quarter.

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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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A stressed businessman sits next to his briefcase with his head in his hands, while the ASX boards behind him show shares crashing.
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.

Read more »

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Opinions

Prediction: WiseTech stock is going to soar past $150 in 2026

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what I expect from the stock in the next 12 months.

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Share Market News

Capricorn Metals hits key Q2 production targets and advances expansion projects

| Laura Stewart

Capricorn Metals delivers strong Q2 gold production and updates on expansion projects in its latest earnings report.

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Share Market News

Regis Resources reports record cash and bullion build in latest earnings update

| Laura Stewart

Regis Resources announced a record $255m cash and bullion build with 96.6koz gold production in its FY26 December quarter update.

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Share Market News

West African Resources delivers record 2025 gold production – earnings update

| Laura Stewart

West African Resources hit a new record for gold output in 2025.

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52-Week Lows

Bargain hunting – these ASX shares are trading near 52-week lows

| Aaron Bell

Looking for a bargain buy?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

A good session is expected for Aussie investors on hump day.

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Cheap Shares

2 unmissable ASX 300 shares that look too cheap to ignore!

| Tristan Harrison

I strongly believe these businesses are substantially undervalued.

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Opinions

2 compelling ASX shares I'd buy in a heartbeat

| Tristan Harrison

These investments have great potential to deliver good returns…

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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 Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a tough Tuesday for investors.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Fortescue, Qantas, and WiseTech shares

| James Mickleboro

Are these popular shares in the buy zone? Let's find out what analysts are saying.

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52-Week Highs

Scores of ASX mining shares hit 52-week highs

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP, Rio Tinto, South32, and Mineral Resources shares are among those that hit 52-week highs today.

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Share Market News

Why CBA is forecasting a stronger Aussie dollar in 2026, and what that means if you're buying ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

Amid CBA’s forecast of a strengthening Aussie dollar, which ASX shares might benefit and which might struggle in 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 Fallers

Why Andean Silver, CBA, Life360, and Silex shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why BlueScope, DroneShield, Monadelphous, and SGH shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are outperforming on Tuesday. But why?

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