1. Category
    2. /
  2. Share Market News
    3. /

Share Market News

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.

Featured Articles

A woman weraing a stripy t-shirt winks as she points to the decorative gold crown on her head.
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!

Read more »

graphic depicting australian economic activity
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?

Read more »

A man lays a brick on a wall he is building with a look of joy on his face.
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.

Read more »

A panel of four judges hold up cards all showing the perfect score of ten out of ten
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.

Read more »

Percentage sign with a rising zig zaggy arrow representing rising interest rates.
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.

Read more »

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 »

happy new financial year represented by fireworks
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.

Read more »

the australian flag lies alongside the united states flag on a flat surface.
Share Market News

US stocks vs. ASX shares in 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

Which market came out on top?

Read more »

Recent Share Market News

A middle-aged woman sits in contemplation over a tablet device considering information about ASX shares and deep in thought.
Resources Shares

Should I buy BHP shares in 2023?

| Tristan Harrison

Can the strong run continue with the Big Australian's share price rising 30% in six months?

Read more »

a mature but cool older woman holds a watering can and tends to a healthy green plant growing up the wall in her house.
Healthcare Shares

2 ASX 200 shares with multi-decade growth runways: Scott Phillips

| Bronwyn Allen

After a devastating year for investors in 2022, perhaps it's time to buy stable, reliable ASX 200 shares to help…

Read more »

a woman puts a pen to her mouth as she smiles slightly while checking an old book style diary/calendar.
Opinions

Why ASX shares could be much higher at the end of 2023

| Tony Yoo

A prominent economist explores whether Australian stocks are the best investment for the new year.

Read more »

Investor sitting in front of multiple screens watching share prices
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A big day is expected for the ASX 200 on Thursday...

Read more »

Piggy bank on an electric charger.
International Stock News

Aussie investors are buying Tesla shares in droves. Should you?

| Mitchell Lawler

A beaten-up stock, dramatic price cuts, and a controversial leader -- does investing in Tesla still make sense?

Read more »

Top ten gold trophy.
Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Guess which ASX 200 lithium stock topped the lot on Wednesday.

Read more »

a man sits at a computer amid piles of papers to each side and behind him
Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Volatility seems to be driving ASX trading volumes this Wednesday...

Read more »

Broker looking at the share price on her laptop with green and red points in the background.
Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are feeling bullish about these ASX shares...

Read more »

Arrows pointing upwards with a man pointing his finger at one.
52-Week Highs

4 ASX All Ordinaries shares hitting new 52-week highs today

| Brooke Cooper

Do you know the coal and healthcare shares trading at 12-month highs?

Read more »

A group of people clink wine glasses in an outdoor, late afternoon setting to celebrate the rising Treasury Wine share price
52-Week Highs

3 ASX 200 shares smashing new 52-week highs on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

These ASX 200 shares are at new, post-COVID highs.

Read more »

two colleagues high five each other as they sit side by side at a long desk in front of their laptop computers in an office environment.
Share Gainers

Why Ampol, Block, JB Hi-Fi, and Telix shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a strong session...

Read more »

a man in a hard hat, high visibility vest and gloves holds a stop sign and holds up a hand in a halt gesture on a road.
Capital Raising

Why is this ASX 200 mining share halted today?

| Brooke Cooper

All eyes are on Nickel Industries today after the company released a barrage of battery-related news.

Read more »

a business man in a suit holds his hand over his eyes as he bows his head in a defeated post suggesting regret and remorse.
Share Fallers

Why HUB24, Lovisa, Redbubble, and Warrego shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are under pressure on Wednesday...

Read more »

A male investor wearing a white shirt and blue suit jacket sits at his desk looking at his laptop with his hands to his chin, waiting in anticipation.
Share Market News

2 ASX shares making big moves following quarterly updates

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares have just released quarterly updates...

Read more »

A businessman in soft-focus holds two fingers in the air in the foreground of the shot as he stands smiling in the background against a clear sky.
Opinions

2 little-known ASX 300 shares with big potential: expert

| Tristan Harrison

Here are two hidden gems that could deliver the goods.

Read more »

A woman smiles as she looks out an aeroplane window.
Travel Shares

Should ASX 200 investors buy Qantas shares today?

| James Mickleboro

Can Qantas shares beat the market again in 2023?

Read more »

A man clasps his hands together while he looks upwards and sideways pondering how the Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF performed in the 2022 financial year
Opinions

My ASX shares fell 15% last year. Here's what I'm doing now

| Tristan Harrison

I’m not letting one tough year rock my investment strategy.

Read more »

three children wearing superhero costumes, complete with masks, pose with hands on hips wearing capes and sneakers on a running track.
Small Cap Shares

'Very attractive valuations': Experts name 3 small-cap ASX shares to buy

| Tony Yoo

If you agree that smaller companies are ready to roar again in 2023, here is a trio of stocks to…

Read more »

Four people on the beach leap high into the air.
Dividend Investing

4 best ASX dividend shares to buy right now: expert

| Tony Yoo

One fund manager reckons these stocks are the best ways to harvest some chunky income from the market.

Read more »

A man in trendy clothing sits on a bench in a shopping mall looking at his phone with interest and a surprised look on his face.
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the ASX 200 on Wednesday...

Read more »

A cloud with a blue arrow pointing upwards through its middle symbolising a rising asx share price
Technology Shares

Xero earnings per share forecast to surge 180% in FY24: Morgans

| Monica O'Shea

Does the Xero share price have upside?

Read more »

Young businessman standing on the top of the mountain punching fist in the air.
Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

It was a good day to be invested in ASX 200 supermarket operators.

Read more »

a person's legs and an arm sticks out from underneath a large ball of scrunched paper.
Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the ASX 200's most popular shares by volume...

Read more »

A woman lies back and relaxes in her boat with a big smile on her face as it floats on the rising tide.
Materials Shares

3 catalysts for Lake Resources shares to take off in 2023

| Monica O'Shea

What could drive up Lake Resources shares?

Read more »

a person stands on top of a mountain with hands raised above their head gazing on an amazing sunrise over the landscape and above the clouds.
52-Week Highs

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

| Brooke Cooper

Are your investments trading at their highest point in more than 12 months today?

Read more »

A woman looks quizzical while looking at a dollar sign in the air.
Opinions

With almost no investments at 30, can ASX shares still make me rich?

| Tristan Harrison

The ASX share market, or business market, is a great wealth-building tool.

Read more »

A smiling woman holds a Facebook like sign above her head.
Broker Notes

Here are 2 excellent ASX growth shares to buy now: experts

| James Mickleboro

Experts say these ASX growth shares are buys...

Read more »

Woman in celebratory fist move looking at phone
Share Gainers

Why Arafura, Data#3, Leo Lithium, and Zip shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a good session...

Read more »

watch, woman with device standing next to large screen displaying rising share price information
Best Shares

Here's the next ASX All Ordinaries share I'm going to buy

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I can't wait to buy this share.

Read more »

A worried man holds his head and look at his computer.
Share Fallers

Why Baby Bunting, Origin, Rio Tinto, and South32 shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are dropping on Tuesday...

Read more »

A woman wearing a top of gold coins and large gold hoop earrings and a heavy gold bracelet stands amid a shower of gold coins with her mouth open wide and an excited look on her face.
Gold

'Upwards trend to continue' for this ASX 200 gold share: expert

| Brooke Cooper

Shares in the ASX 200 gold giant have already gained more than 80% in three months...

Read more »

A young man looks like he his thinking holding his hand to his chin and gazing off to the side amid a backdrop of hand drawn lightbulbs that are lit up on a chalkboard.
Energy Shares

Buy 'underappreciated' Origin Energy shares for 20% upside: Morgan Stanley

| Monica O'Shea

We check what's ahead for Origin.

Read more »

A female stockbroker reviews share price performance in her office with the city shown in the background through her windows
Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers rate these ASX shares as buys...

Read more »

A young woman looks happily at her phone in one hand with a selection of retail shopping bags in her other hand.
Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should I buy Super Retail shares following Monday's stellar update?

| James Mickleboro

Is this a retail share to buy right now?

Read more »

a man wearing spectacles has a satisfied look on his face as he appears within a graphic image of graphs, computer code and technology related symbols while he concentrates on a computer screen
Technology Shares

Tech turnaround: Expert picks 2 ASX shares to buy for a 2023 revival

| Tony Yoo

Are you ready for a contrarian play? Here's a pair of technology stocks that could carry your portfolio in the…

Read more »

a man sits on a ridge high above a large city full of high rise buildings as though he is thinking, contemplating the vista below.
Opinions

2 'exceptional' ASX 200 shares to buy now: fund manager

| Tristan Harrison

This fund manager has picked out two unloved names as opportunities.

Read more »

A man and woman jump in the air and high five with both hands on a road after running.
Investing Strategies

'No signs of weakness': Expert names 2 ASX shares to buy just starting their rise

| Tony Yoo

Here is a pair of stocks going gangbusters, but it may not be too late to jump on the bandwagon.

Read more »

A group of disappointed board members.
Investing Strategies

How to avoid the biggest mistake in investing: expert

| Tony Yoo

Three financial commentators reveal the decisions that cost them millions of dollars, and hope others can learn from their errors.

Read more »

Business woman watching stocks and trends while thinking
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday...

Read more »

Man in mining or construction uniform sits on the floor with worried look on face
Materials Shares

Why did iron ore shares lag the ASX 200 on Monday?

| Monica O'Shea

Iron ore shares struggled against the ASX 200 on Monday. Could news out of China be one of the reasons…

Read more »