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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

Worst fortnight in 4 years: How the Iran war is affecting ASX shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Since the war began, the ASX 200 has fallen 6.5%, and the ASX All Ords has dropped 6.65%.

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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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Recent Share Market News

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Opinions

I'd buy this ASX dividend stock in any market

| Tristan Harrison

There’s a lot to like about this incredible business…

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Share Market News

Has this high-flying ASX tech share run out of steam?

| Marc Van Dinther

Some brokers think the stock is fully valued and see modest upside.

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Broker Notes

Down 20% in a month, this ASX 200 stock is a buy according to Morgans

| Aaron Bell

Is it time to buy low on this materials stock?

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Broker Notes

3 of the best Australian stocks to buy after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could rise strongly from where they trade today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors suffered another red day this Wednesday.

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Broker Notes

Why Ord Minnett is bullish on these ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about these shares.

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Broker Notes

Why are Steadfast shares sinking 5% today?

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip is taking a tumble today. But why?

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52-Week Lows

3 ASX 200 stocks plumbing 52-week lows today

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent these three ASX 200 stocks to multi-year lows.

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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

Analysts name 3 ASX 200 titans to buy today

| Bernd Struben

Leading analysts expect these three ASX 200 titans to outperform into 2026.

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Share Fallers

Why Ausgold, DroneShield, EML, and TPG shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Up 157% since April, why Macquarie expects this ASX 300 mining stock to surge another 31%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects more outsized returns from this surging ASX 300 copper and gold miner. Let’s see why…

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Share Gainers

Why Nufarm, Nuix, Silver Mines, and Webjet shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on hump day. But why?

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Opinions

Why this is one of my favourite ASX shares to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX share has a lot of exciting features.

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Opinions

Alert! These 3 ASX 200 tech shares could soar 184%!

| Samantha Menzies

I think investors should keep an eye on these growth opportunities.

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Share Market News

Why is this ASX 200 stock jumping 14% today?

| James Mickleboro

A big loss isn't stopping investors from buying this stock today.

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Share Market News

Insiders are buying these ASX shares in November

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares insiders have been buying this month.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter just upgraded its view on this ASX 200 stock

| Aaron Bell

How high does this broker expect this stock to rise?

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Share Market News

US stocks will underperform over next decade: Goldman Sachs

| Bronwyn Allen

US stocks are outperforming the ASX 200 in 2025, but the American market's bull run won't last forever, says broker.

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Share Market News

TPG Telecom raises $300m in Institutional Reinvestment Plan

| Laura Stewart

TPG Telecom completed its $300m Institutional Reinvestment Plan, reducing debt and increasing minority ownership.

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Share Market News

SEEK AGM: Key results and FY2026 guidance for investors

| Laura Stewart

The ASX 200 online classifieds company is set to hold its AGM today.

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Opinions

BHP is a great company, but I think this ASX 200 stock is a better investment

| Tristan Harrison

I think this ASX 200 stock has a lot more going for it…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the market today.

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Share Market News

3 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top buy-the-dip contenders.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was an absolutely horrid Tuesday for investors.

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Broker Notes

Brokers say Mesoblast, NAB, and Pilbara Minerals shares are sells

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been hit with sell ratings. But why?

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Share Market News

Why this speculative ASX mining stock could rise 60%+

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why Bell Potter thinks this mining stock could be undervalued by the market.

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Broker Notes

Up 57% since April, why this dividend paying ASX All Ords stock is tipped to leap another 25%

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker expects more outperformance from this surging ASX All Ords dividend stock in 2026.

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52-Week Lows

Brokers say buy: 3 ASX 200 shares at 52-week lows today

| Bronwyn Allen

The experts say this is a buying opportunity.

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Share Market News

Warning! Analysts name 3 ASX 200 stocks to sell today

| Bernd Struben

After a year of outperformance, analysts tip these three ASX 200 stocks as sells. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why James Hardie, Meteoric Resources, Pilbara Minerals, and SKS shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market selloff on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares and hoping for interest rate relief? Here's what the RBA minutes reveal

| Bernd Struben

The RBA kept interest rates on hold in November. What can ASX investors expect now?

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Share Fallers

Why Catapult, Iperionx, TechnologyOne, and Unico Silver shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Tuesday. But why?

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Materials Shares

ASX lithium shares outperform as ASX 200 tumbles to four-month low

| Bronwyn Allen

Several ASX lithium shares have hit new 52-week highs amid the broader market tumbling to a four-month low.

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Share Market News

These were the 10 most-traded Australian shares last week

| Samantha Menzies

These ASX stocks were in focus last week.

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Broker Notes

Morgans says these ASX 200 shares offer 'significant upside'

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares could be heading higher from here according to the broker.

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie think BHP shares are worth today?

| Bernd Struben

Here’s Macquarie's take on BHP shares following the UK court’s Brazilian dam collapse ruling.

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Share Market News

Emerald Resources secures permits for Memot and Okvau gold projects

| Laura Stewart

Emerald Resources secures key permits for its Cambodian gold projects, setting the stage for further growth.

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Share Market News

BlueScope Steel AGM: 1H FY26 earnings guidance and key trading updates confirmed

| Laura Stewart

BlueScope confirms 1H FY26 EBIT guidance at its AGM, with updates across Australia, North America, and Asia.

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Share Market News

Regis Healthcare holds AGM after another strong year

| Laura Stewart

Regis Healthcare lifts profit, boosts dividend, and targets long-term growth after another strong year.

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