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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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Opinions

A stock market crash feels like it might be imminent

| Grace Alvino

Rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility are making some investors uneasy.

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Opinions

How investing $50 a day into ASX shares could become $1 million faster than you think

| Tristan Harrison

Long-term saving and investing are essential for building wealth.

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Share Market News

US$100 oil is a big deal for every ASX share. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Higher oil prices flow through to every corner of the economy.

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Share Market News

The one question I always ask before buying an ASX share

| Grace Alvino

If a stock stopped moving for three years, would you still want to own it?

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Share Market News

Game on! BHP retakes biggest ASX stock crown as CBA shares sink

| Bernd Struben

The battle of the top ASX titans continues, with BHP edging out CBA to win back the crown.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts to record high amid strong earnings and new jobs data

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season continues with Telstra, Brambles, Sonic Healthcare, and Hub24 impressing the market today.

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Share Gainers

The ASX 200 is back over 9,000 points! It's thanks to just 2 ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

These two stocks have been driving the whole market...

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Share Market News

That was fast! BHP relinquishes biggest ASX stock crown as CBA shares rocket

| Bernd Struben

BHP only managed to take the biggest ASX stock crown from CBA for two weeks.

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Recent Share Market News

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Share Market News

Boss Energy shares crash 22% on devastating news

| James Mickleboro

It was the news that shareholders didn't want to hear.

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Share Market News

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank hit with APRA capital charge, faces AUSTRAC probe

| Laura Stewart

Despite being handed a $50m APRA capital charge and facing a new AUSTRAC enforcement probe, the ASX 200 bank says…

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Share Market News

Paladin Energy announces US$110M debt restructure to boost liquidity

| Laura Stewart

Paladin Energy has restructured its debt, lowering total capacity to US$110M and enhancing financial flexibility as it accelerates uranium production.

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Share Market News

Woodside Energy confirms CEO change as Meg O'Neill departs

| Laura Stewart

Woodside Energy names Liz Westcott as Acting CEO following Meg O’Neill’s resignation, with a focus on project delivery and strategic…

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Healthcare Shares

This ASX stock is going parabolic, and I think it's still a buy

| Aaron Teboneras

4DMedical shares are up nearly 500% in 2025, but improving revenue visibility suggests the growth story may not be over.

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Share Market News

Perpetual extends exclusivity in Wealth Management sale talks

| Laura Stewart

Perpetual extends its exclusivity with Bain Capital on the possible sale of its Wealth Management business.

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Share Market News

Netwealth Group announces $101 million compensation after First Guardian collapse

| Laura Stewart

Netwealth Group will pay $101 million in compensation, posting a $71 million 1H26 NPAT impact following the First Guardian collapse.

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Broker Notes

Two ASX 200 stocks with buy recommendations from Ord Minnett

| Aaron Bell

These two stocks appear to have strong upside.

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Dividend Investing

These 2 ASX dividend shares are great buys right now

| Tristan Harrison

These defensive names look like strong picks today.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX 200 shares that could be top buys for growth

| Tristan Harrison

These two businesses have an exciting future.

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Technology Shares

This ASX 200 share is being labelled one of the market's most undervalued by brokers

| Aaron Teboneras

NextDC shares have pulled back sharply, but brokers believe the long-term growth story remains firmly on track.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to look out for on the local market today.

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Broker Notes

Experts rate these 2 ASX growth shares as buys this month!

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses could deliver good returns in the coming years.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another woeful day for investors this Wednesday.

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Share Fallers

Why ASX oil stocks Woodside, Santos and Ampol are sliding today

| Kevin Gandiya

Oil prices have slipped below US$60 a barrel.

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Energy Shares

Up 25% in 2025: Is Whitehaven Coal still a buy?

| Aaron Teboneras

After a strong 25% run this year, investors are asking whether Whitehaven Coal still has more upside left.

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Opinions

5 ASX shares I'd buy with $10,000 this week

| Samantha Menzies

These are the ASX stocks I have my eye on this week.

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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 Market News

Alert! Analysts name 3 ASX 200 shares to sell today

| Bernd Struben

Leading investment analysts are calling time on these three ASX 200 shares. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Cedar Woods, Humm, Star, and Zip shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on hump day. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Graincorp, Treasury Wine, and Woodside shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Dexus declares interim dividend for December 2025 half-year

| Laura Stewart

Dexus announces a 19.3 cent interim dividend for the first half of FY26, payable in February 2026.

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Share Market News

Why Zip shares could rocket 60% over the next 12 months

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie believes this payments company's shares are destined for big things in 2026.

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Share Market News

GPT Group declares 12 cent distribution for HY25

| Laura Stewart

GPT Group declares an unfranked 12 cent distribution for the six months to 31 December 2025.

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Share Market News

Growthpoint Properties Australia declares 9.2c interim distribution

| Laura Stewart

Growthpoint Properties Australia has announced a 9.2 cent interim distribution for the half-year ending 31 December 2025.

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Share Market News

GrainCorp sells GrainsConnect Canada and updates on FY26 crop volumes

| Laura Stewart

GrainCorp sells GrainsConnect Canada and provides an update on lower FY26 crop volumes.

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Share Market News

Treasury Wine Estates' cost-cut plan and outlook: What investors need to know

| Laura Stewart

Treasury Wine Estates has forecast a weaker 1H26, announced cost saving targets, and cancelled its share buyback as it rebalances…

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Share Market News

Freightways Group to acquire VT Freight Express in $71m deal

| Laura Stewart

Freightways Group will acquire VT Freight Express for $71m, expanding its Australian express delivery operations and boosting earnings per share.

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Broker Notes

Two undervalued agriculture ASX shares to add to your Christmas stocking

| Aaron Bell

These stocks could be a buy before the new year.

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Share Market News

Mirvac Group announces 4.7c December 2025 distribution

| Laura Stewart

Mirvac Group has announced a 4.7 cent unfranked distribution for the half-year ended 31 December 2025.

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Share Market News

Region Group grows property valuations in December 2025 update

| Laura Stewart

Region Group’s property portfolio rose by $129.2 million to $4.5 billion as at December 2025.

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Opinions

By December 2026, $1,000 invested in EOS shares could be worth…

| Aaron Teboneras

With its share price taking off and contracts piling up, EOS is shaping up as one of the most compelling…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

It could be another red day for Aussie investors on hump day.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX 300 defence stock has already rocketed 51% this week (Hint, not DroneShield)

| Bernd Struben

Investors have sent this ASX 300 defence stock flying this week. But why?

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Share Market News

Forget Westpac shares, these ASX ETFs could be better buys

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be quality picks for investors looking for alternatives to the banks.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another tough day for investors.

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REITs

Macquarie names its top 4 ASX REITs to buy today

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects these four dividend paying ASX REITs will all surge higher in 2026.

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Opinions

Forget CSL shares, I'd buy this booming biotech stock instead

| Samantha Menzies

This ASX biotech stock has caught my eye this year.

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Broker Notes

Why this ASX AI stock could return 40% in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stock Bell Potter is tipping to rise strongly.

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Healthcare Shares

Telix Pharmaceuticals shares crash 58% from their peak: Buying opportunity or time to sell up?

| Samantha Menzies

The biopharmaceutical company's shares are tipped to soar next year.

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