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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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Share Market News

Why did these ASX shares outperform their peers in 2025?

| Aaron Bell

Did you snap up any of these stocks this year?

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Share Market News

Origin Energy retains 22.7% stake in Kraken after equity raise and Australian exclusivity waiver

| Laura Stewart

Origin Energy retains a 22.7% stake in Kraken after US$1 billion raise and waives Kraken platform exclusivity in Australia.

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Opinions

If I could buy only 1 ASX stock to bet on the AI boom in 2026, it would be this one

| Samantha Menzies

The stock climbed more than 18% yesterday.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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Opinions

The forever portfolio: 3 ASX stocks to buy in 2025 and hold forever

| Tristan Harrison

Australians could set themselves up for life with these stocks.

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Retail Shares

The pros and cons of buying Wesfarmers shares in 2026

| Tristan Harrison

This major business has impressive growth prospects in 2026 and beyond.

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Broker Notes

Why Morgans rates these popular ASX shares as buys

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares.

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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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Share Gainers

Why Aeris Resources, Cobram Estate Olives, Metallium, and Weebit Nano shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week strongly. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, DroneShield, EOS, and Netwealth shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Argo Investments launches 12-month on-market buy-back for up to 37 million shares

| Laura Stewart

Argo Investments has announced a new on-market buy-back, targeting up to 37 million shares over the next 12 months.

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Share Gainers

Up 241% in 12 months, why is this ASX All Ords copper stock leaping higher again on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX copper stock has made some very happy investors in 2025. Here’s what’s happening today.

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Broker Notes

Why these ASX 200 stocks could rise 45% to 50% in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these shares. Let's see why.

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Share Gainers

Up 344% in a year, guess which ASX All Ords share is rocketing again today on big news

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are piling into this ASX All Ords share 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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Opinions

Here's what I consider to be the very best ASX 200 share to buy in January

| Tristan Harrison

I’m very excited about the potential of this impressive technology business.

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Share Market News

3 super strong ASX ETFs to buy with $10,000

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top buys for the year ahead.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is happening on the local market after the Christmas break.

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Share Fallers

Down over 40% this year, could these 3 ASX shares bounce back in 2026?

| Aaron Teboneras

After a brutal 2025, these 3 ASX shares have been heavily sold off and could be worth watching for a…

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Share Market News

Finishing strong – 3 ASX 200 stocks soaring in December

| Aaron Bell

These stocks are storming home strong to end the year.

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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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Share Market News

These ASX 200 shares could rise 20% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares analysts are recommending to clients for 2026.

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Share Market News

5 amazing ASX 200 shares I want Santa to bring me for Christmas

| James Mickleboro

I wish I could unwrap these shares on Christmas morning.

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ETFs

I plan to invest $1,000s into these 2 ASX ETFs in 2026

| Tristan Harrison

These two ETFs are very appealing!

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX couldn't get into the Christmas spirit on our last trading day of the week.

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Share Market News

NEXTDC receives approval for new S4 Sydney Data Centre

| Laura Stewart

NEXTDC has secured development approval for its S4 Sydney Data Centre, supporting future growth in digital infrastructure.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Medibank, PLS, and Woolworths shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdicts on these shares. Are they bullish or bearish?

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Share Fallers

Why Brightstar, EVT, Monash IVF, and Pro Medicus shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares aren't spreading the Christmas cheer on Wednesday.

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Share Gainers

Why Clarity, DroneShield, St Barbara, and Treasury Wine shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are making investors smile on Christmas Eve.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says this newly listed ASX stock could rocket 80%

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about this stock following its recent IPO.

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Share Market News

Was it a good idea to invest $10,000 in CBA shares in 2025?

| James Mickleboro

Was buying this 'overvalued' bank a smart move in 2025? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

Ventia wins $100m NSW cleaning contract, boosting services outlook

| Laura Stewart

Ventia wins a $100 million NSW Government cleaning contract, further strengthening its essential services presence in Western Sydney.

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Share Market News

DroneShield secures $6.2 million Asia Pacific contract

| Laura Stewart

DroneShield has announced a $6.2 million contract with an Asia Pacific military client, expanding its defence industry presence.

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Share Market News

EVT buys QT Auckland in $87.5m deal: hotel portfolio gets a boost

| Laura Stewart

EVT grows its strategic hotel portfolio with the acquisition of QT Auckland and updates on future expansion plans.

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Share Market News

Did the ASX 200, NASDAQ 100, or S&P 500 perform better this year?

| Aaron Bell

You might be surprised which index led the field in 2025.

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Retirement

Retirement wealth plan: Create $1 million with a single Australian stock

| Sebastian Bowen

Compounding can help you retire early.

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Materials Shares

After a 22% fall, is now the time to buy Silver Mines shares?

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver Mines shares dropped sharply after a Bowdens update. Here’s what changed and whether the pullback creates an opportunity.

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Share Gainers

Up 106% in December, this stock has one of the biggest Santa Claus rallies on the ASX

| Kevin Gandiya

EOS shareholders could hardly ask for a better Christmas present.

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Bank Shares

Would I be mad to buy more CBA shares near $160?

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA has come down quite a bit since June...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the shortened week in style? Let's find out.

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