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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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Materials Shares

Which stock is Macquarie's top pick, with potential 63% upside, in the super-hot rare earths market?

| Cameron England

Some rare earths miners are fully-valued, but one is still looking like a good buy, Macquarie analysts say.

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Share Market News

Why Aussie Broadband, Baby Bunting, DroneShield, and Web Travel shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Catalyst Metals, Lynas Rare Earths, Rio Tinto, and SRG shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Ansell reports data breach: October 2025 update

| Laura Stewart

Ansell Limited confirms a recent data breach but assures investors that operations remain unaffected with immediate actions taken.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

ASX 300 stock jumps 23% to record high on 'transformational acquisition'

| James Mickleboro

This share is heading to the moon on Tuesday. But why exactly?

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Share Market News

Paladin Energy posts record uranium production and raises $300m: Quarterly update

| Laura Stewart

Paladin Energy posts record uranium production and boosts its cash reserves after a $300m equity raising.

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Share Market News

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 4% to 6% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think income investors should be snapping up these shares.

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Broker Notes

Morgans just upgraded these ASX 200 shares

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has become more positive on these shares this month.

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Broker Notes

Is the Lottery Corporation share price a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this stock a good bet right now?

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Broker Notes

Are Netwealth shares a buy?

| Aaron Bell

Macquarie has provided fresh analysis on this ASX 200 financials stock.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A much better day is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Share Market News

2 ASX stocks I like better than CSL for long-term growth

| Tristan Harrison

CSL is not the first growth stock I’d choose to buy.

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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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Broker Notes

Up 156% in a year, how this ASX All Ords gold stock could more than double your money again

| Bernd Struben

A leading wealth manager forecasts more outsized returns to come from this surging ASX gold miner.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Aussie Broadband shares a buy ahead of its AGM tomorrow?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a great time to buy into Aussie Broadband?

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Share Gainers

Why Bellevue Gold, Lynas, St George Mining, and Syrah shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising on Monday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Block, Treasury Wine, Vulcan Energy, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. but why?

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Resources Shares

Macquarie recently downgraded these 6 ASX All Ords Mining stocks

| Laura Stewart

Are any of these companies on your radar?

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 300 stocks screaming higher in Monday's falling market

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into these ASX 300 stocks today as the wider market tumbles.

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Broker Notes

Warning! Analysts name 3 ASX 200 shares to sell

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be the ones to sell this week.

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Share Fallers

Why is the Treasury Wine share price plunging 14% on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are pummelling Treasury Wine shares today. But why?

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 slumping today?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is under selling pressure today. But why?

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Share Market News

9 ASX 200 stocks hold their AGMs this week. What are Macquarie's price targets?

| Laura Stewart

Are any of these ASX 200 stocks on your radar?

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Share Market News

Catapult Sports in trading halt ahead of acquisition and capital raising

| Laura Stewart

Catapult Sports shares are in a trading halt as the company plans a major acquisition and new capital raising.

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Share Market News

Treasury Wine Estates withdraws earnings guidance after challenging start to FY26

| Laura Stewart

Treasury Wine Estates has pulled its FY26 EBITS guidance as China and US trading prove more challenging than expected.

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Broker Notes

Morgans says these ASX 200 shares could return 18% to 27%

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares.

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Share Market News

Fletcher Building share price: Q1 FY26 volumes slide, cost savings flagged

| Laura Stewart

Fletcher Building reported lower Q1 FY26 sales volumes and margins amid subdued markets.

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Share Market News

Where to invest $5,000 in ASX ETFs this week

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes the funds top picks for Aussie investors with money to put into the market.

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Broker Notes

Why these 3 ASX shares are top buys this week

| James Mickleboro

What are analysts recommending to clients this week?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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Opinions

CBA is a great company, but I think this ASX stock is a better investment

| Tristan Harrison

CBA is the not the first blue-chip share I’d buy.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Broker Notes

Why this ASX 200 stock could deliver a 30% return

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer for buyers of this stock according to Bell Potter.

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Share Gainers

5 ASX 200 shares smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

These five ASX 200 shares rocketed higher this week despite the slumping market.

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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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Resources Shares

What's Macquarie's price target on Mineral Resources shares?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie delivers its verdict for the outlook of Mineral Resources shares.

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Share Fallers

Why Alkane, Beach Energy, EOS, and Northern Star shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in a disappointing fashion. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Elders, Netwealth, Orthocell, and Syrah shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week strongly. But why?

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie think Fortescue shares are worth?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie delivers its verdict on the outlook for Fortescue shares and the big Aussie miners.

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