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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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Dividend Investing

3 ASX 200 dividend shares that could provide a lifetime of passive income

| Tristan Harrison

Some businesses have a long-term track record of paying dividends.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The ASX 200 share to buy that just took a 24% dive: expert

| Tony Yoo

Whether it's fried chicken or Mexican food, this business will enjoy a recovery in its margins. It's just that it…

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Share Market News

Here are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Short sellers are currently targeting these ASX shares...

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Technology Shares

3 ASX 200 tech shares to buy now before the market wakes up: expert

| Tony Yoo

Investors are still nervous about technology shares. One fund manager recommends buying now before the sentiment turns.

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Resources Shares

'Long & bullish': Expert picks 2 ASX shares to buy as investors flock back to market

| Tony Yoo

This portfolio manager reckons the stock cynics have been silenced in recent times as the Santa rally powers ahead.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 looks set to start the week positively...

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Resources Shares

What were the 3 worst-performing ASX lithium shares in November?

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at how ASX lithium shares fared in November.

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Opinions

How I'd invest $20k in ASX 200 shares in 2023 to capitalise on the stock market rally

| Tristan Harrison

It could be an excellent time to invest in beaten-up opportunities for a turnaround.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are feeling bullish on these ASX shares...

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Dividend Investing

Here are 2 of the best ASX dividend shares to buy: Morgans

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares have been tipped as buys by Morgans...

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Blue Chip Shares

Morgans names 2 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares have been rated as buys by Morgans...

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Dividend Investing

Expert reveals where you'll find the best ASX dividends in 2023

| Tony Yoo

Here's a guide to the best income-producing stocks for next year, if you want to take shelter from the slowing…

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Gold shares reined supreme on Friday.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are bullish on these ASX shares...

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Share Gainers

Why Bigtincan, Bubs, St Barbara, and Warrego shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week strongly...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

3 ASX shares soaring on takeover bids today

| Brooke Cooper

Suitors appear to have seen something special in these ASX companies.

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Mining shares are dominating our most traded shares list this Friday.

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Share Fallers

Why Coronado, IDP, Mayne Pharma, and Rio Tinto shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week on the red...

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Energy Shares

Why did the Origin share price rocket 41% in November?

| James Mickleboro

This energy share was on fire in November...

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords tech share is soaring 12% on takeover news

| James Mickleboro

This tech share is ending the week in style...

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Capital Raising

Why is the Arafura Rare Earths share price on hold today?

| Brooke Cooper

The company's preparing to drop news of a "material" capital raise.

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Share Gainers

These were the 3 best-performing ASX All Ords shares in November

| Cathryn Goh

These All Ords shares knocked it out of the park in November.

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Share Market News

5 ASX shares you probably didn't know pay dividends

| Brooke Cooper

One under-the-radar dividend payer offers a near-10% yield right now.

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Communication Shares

Can the Telstra share price finish 2022 with a bang in December?

| Tristan Harrison

Will defensive business Telstra be able to outperform this month?

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Healthcare Shares

Up 30% in 2022: Top broker says the PolyNovo share price can keep rising

| James Mickleboro

This healthcare share could be heading higher from here...

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Broker Notes

Lynas share price 'still appears to have value': fundie

| Bronwyn Allen

This expert recommends buying the 20% dip in the Lynas share price this year.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A buying opportunity coming for this much-maligned ASX share: expert

| Tony Yoo

Maybe it's time you gave this stock another go, as it positions itself for growth in 2023.

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Investing Strategies

Growth is back: 3 ASX shares to buy now for a 2023 re-rate

| Tony Yoo

Has the market turned around? Whether it has already or if it'll do so next year, here's a trio of…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to end the week in a subdued fashion...

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Resources Shares

Why did the Lake Resources share price sink in November?

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at the month that was for Lake Resources.

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Resources Shares

This ultra-high-yield ASX dividend share is up 18% in a month. Is it too late to buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors dig into BHP shares for long-term returns?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Are you invested in today's top performing ASX 200 stock?

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Share Market News

Why did the Zip share price surge 21% in November?

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at how the BNPL share fared last month.

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Economy

So, has inflation peaked or not?

| Bronwyn Allen

When inflation peaks, interest rate hikes may cease or at least occur less frequently. So, this is a big question.

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Share Gainers

Why Appen, Evolution Mining, Rio Tinto, and Xero shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having strong days...

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Some massive share price gains are resulting in high volumes today...

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Share Fallers

Why CogState, Downer, Temple & Webster, and Woodside shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are dropping on Thursday...

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Technology Shares

Xero share price hurtles higher on bullish broker note

| James Mickleboro

Xero shares are having a strong start to the week...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Warrego Energy share price rockets 80% in a month amid clash of the takeover titans

| Mitchell Lawler

Guess which mining magnate is taking an interest in this small ASX gas explorer...

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Record Highs

Why is the Mineral Resources share price rocking an all-time high today?

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at how the Mineral Resources share price is faring today.

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