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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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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie is tipping 24% upside for James Hardie shares

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip is down in the dumps but could be a buy according to the broker.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords healthcare share is jumping 11% on big European news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX All Ords healthcare share on Monday. But why?

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Opinions

Why I think this ASX small-cap stock is a bargain at $2.96

| Tristan Harrison

This business may be trading far too cheaply.

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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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Opinions

3 reasons why the BHP share price could be a buy

| Tristan Harrison

BHP could still be a really good investment for a few reasons.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares to buy and hold for the next decade

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be excellent ultra-long-term buys.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market start the week positively? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

ASX Materials shares to buy and sell according to Bell Potter

| Aaron Bell

Which of these three share market winners does the broker prefer?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 tech shares led last week with sector darling Life360 now up 21% in a month

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX tech shares led the market with a 2.7% increase while the ASX 200 slipped 0.07%.

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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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Opinions

This Australian stock could be the hidden gem of the decade

| Tristan Harrison

This company is trading at a big discount and has large growth potential.

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Share Market News

How to stop worrying about market timing and grow wealth with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's why it isn't smart to wait to make investments in the share market.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this ASX 200 dividend stock to surge 30%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a year of big gains ahead for this high-yielding ASX 200 dividend stock.

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Share Market News

Why NDQ ETF and these ASX ETFs could be strong buys

| James Mickleboro

These funds give investors access to some of the strongest businesses in the world.

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Share Gainers

How this ASX All Ords stock turned $10,000 into $76,521 in just 2 months

| Bernd Struben

Investors have sent this ASX All Ords stock rocketing 665% since July. But why?

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Opinions

The 1 Australian dividend stock I'd buy in any market

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock can be a solid buy in all conditions.

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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

Macquarie's verdict on 3 ASX 200 mining shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Here are Macquarie's ratings and 12-month price targets on 3 of the market's largest mining stocks.

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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, Select Harvests, Tower, and Ventia shares are roaring higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Aristocrat, Austal, CAR Group, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Share Gainers

4 ASX 200 stocks smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these four ASX 200 stocks soaring this week. But why?

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Broker Notes

3 reasons to buy this outperforming ASX All Ords defence stock today

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker expects more outperformance from this dividend paying ASX defence stock. Here’s why.

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Industrials Shares

Macquarie predicts more than 15% upside for this ASX 200 stock after a major defence contract win

| Cameron England

Ventia has had some good wins this week, including the continuation of lucrative defence contracts.

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Industrials Shares

Macquarie tips 20% returns for this ASX All Ords stock after securing major defence contract

| Cameron England

Service Stream had a major contract win in defence this week, setting it up for the next few years.

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Share Market News

BSP Financial Group reassures investors after PNG Government update

| Laura Stewart

BSP Financial Group shares are down 14% over the past 5 days.

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Share Market News

Why ASX small caps are in the takeover spotlight

| Leigh Gant

M&A momentum is lifting ASX small-caps and the right fundamentals can turn overlooked stocks into prized acquisitions.

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX 300 stock could rise 40% in 12 months

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stock Bell Potter is tipping to surge from current levels.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market finish the week on a positive note? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie's top ASX stock picks after earnings season

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were back to selling this Thursday.

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Financial Shares

AMP shares up 33% in six months yet trading below the market P/E ratio. Buy, hold, or sell?

| Bronwyn Allen

Should you buy AMP shares? Here are some new expert ratings post-earnings season.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie is tipping 40% upside for this ASX 50 stock

| Cameron England

Packaging is big business, and this business is set to get even bigger.

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Broker Notes

Hold 'em, don't fold 'em: 2 ASX 200 shares to hold but not buy anew

| Bronwyn Allen

If you already own these ASX 200 shares, sit tight. Here's why these experts say they're worth holding.

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Technology Shares

Wisetech shares: 4 expert views on Australia's biggest tech stock

| Bronwyn Allen

WiseTech shares were among the heaviest fallers post-earnings report. Here's what the experts say.

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Share Gainers

Why Downer, Evolution Mining, Perenti, and Service Stream shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session despite the market weakness. But why?

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Share Gainers

Guess which junior ASX gold stock just more than doubled investors' money!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the microcap ASX gold stock today. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, Nine Entertainment, Perpetual, and Syrah shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling more than most on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 stock rises 4% on $2.7 billion defence contract

| Laura Stewart

Ventia Services shares have soared 43% for the year to date.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie predicts 17% and 26% upside for these ASX All Ords professional services stocks

| Cameron England

Strong building pipelines will keep Australia's service providers busy over the coming year.

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Share Market News

Brickworks shareholders approve merger with Soul Patts: Key results and next steps

| Laura Stewart

What happens to Brickworks and Soul Patts shares now?

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