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Share Gainers

Here's why ASX tech shares are up 6% on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The tech sector is on fire on Monday...

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Cannabis Shares

Why the Creso Pharma (ASX:CPH) share price is soaring 9% higher today

| Bernd Struben

Legal medicinal and recreational cannabis markets are opening across the globe.

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Share Market News

Pricing power shares like Woolworths (ASX:WOW) help fight inflation: expert

| Mitchell Lawler

An expert's look at inflation-fighting ASX shares...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Santos (ASX:STO) share price rises on revised merger proposal

| Aaron Teboneras

Santos is seeking to create a mega oil and gas company...

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BNPL shares

All about Square, the US company acquiring Afterpay (ASX:APT) shares

| Brooke Cooper

We take a deep dive into the company looking to buy Australia's most successful buy now, pay later provider.

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BNPL shares

What will happen to Afterpay (ASX:APT) shares following the Square acquisition?

| James Mickleboro

What will happen when Afterpay shares convert into Square stock?

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Share Market News

AMP (ASX:AMP) share price on watch as new CEO commences "rebuild"

| Brendon Lau

AMP's new boss has her job cut out for her as its shares hover close to record lows on her…

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Share Gainers

Why the Aussie Broadband (ASX:ABB) share price is charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

This growing broadband provider has continued its solid growth...

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BNPL shares

Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price up 29% after takeover & FY 2021 update

| James Mickleboro

It has been a great day for Afterpay shares...

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Resources Shares

Lynas (ASX:LYC) share price is one to watch after announcement

| Marc Sidarous

There is surging demand for rare-earth elements sourced outside of China, and new drilling might prove to be a boon…

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Share Market News

BHP (ASX:BHP) share price on watch as copper workers vote to strike

| Kerry Sun

A potential strike at the world's largest copper mine could spell bad news for the BHP share price.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

What does the Square acquisition mean for the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price?

| Kerry Sun

With Square potentially buying out Afterpay, what does this mean for shareholders?

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Resources Shares

Why the Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) share price will be on watch today

| Aaron Teboneras

The company is focused on increasing its resource inventory.

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Share Market News

Is it a good time now to buy CSL (ASX:CSL) shares?

| James Mickleboro

Should you be buying this biotherapeutics giant's shares?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: ASX grinds to a halt following new all-time high

| Sebastian Bowen

What was happening on the ASX 200 last week?

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Growth Shares

'Growth at an unreasonable price': how to win the long game

| Tony Yoo

Does a stock for a great future-orientated business look too expensive to buy right now? You might want to read…

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Technology Shares

Now's the time to buy Xero (ASX:XRO) shares, say experts

| Tony Yoo

Stocks for the Kiwi software maker are in an intriguing spot, reckon multiple analysts. Read why they're so positive about…

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Share Market News

Here's why the IDP Education (ASX:IEL) share price jumped 15% in July

| James Mickleboro

July was a great month for IDP Education shares...

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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 busy day on the ASX 200 on Monday...

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are feeling positive about these ASX shares...

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Share Fallers

Why did the Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price tumble 12% in July?

| James Mickleboro

This BNPL provider's shares were out of form in July...

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Share Market News

2 ASX shares rated as strong buys by brokers

| Tristan Harrison

Telstra and IOOF are 2 ASX shares well liked by brokers.

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in July

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares made their shareholders very happy in July...

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers aren't feeling overly positive on these shares...

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares in July

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares were out of form in July...

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Resources Shares

The BHP (ASX:BHP) share price is up 21% in the last 6 months. Is now a good time to buy shares in this ASX 200 giant?

| Brooke Cooper

We take a look at what's been driving the BHP share price and whether it will keep climbing.

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy in August 2021

| Motley Fool Staff

Looking to celebrate earnings season with some new additions to your portfolio? These are some of the ASX shares experts…

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Share Market News

2 ASX tech shares that might be buys in August 2021

| Tristan Harrison

ASX tech shares could be the right place to look for opportunities.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares that may be buys in August 2021

| Tristan Harrison

These two ASX growth shares, including Temple & Webster, could be opportunities.

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Share Market News

Why Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX:NDQ) could be a great investment

| Tristan Harrison

The Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF could be a good investment to think about.

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares were on form last week...

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares were well and truly out of form last week...

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Share Gainers

These ASX 200 lithium shares have all surged more than 20% in a month

| Kerry Sun

ASX 200 lithium shares are at the right place at the right time.

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Share Market News

2 ASX shares that might be worth looking at this weekend

| Tristan Harrison

Pacific is one of the ASX shares that could be worth looking at this weekend.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Dicker Data (ASX:DDR) share price on watch after announcing key acquisition

| James Mickleboro

This IT distributor is making a key acquisition...

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Share Market News

Why the BlueScope Steel (ASX:BSL) share price is up 8% in a week

| Zach Bristow

During this week, the steel producing company released its preliminary unaudited results.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 falls, NAB rises, Afterpay sinks

| Tristan Harrison

The ASX 200 fell today, but NAB rose on a buyback.

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Share Market News

Own Blackmores (ASX:BKL) shares? Here's what to expect during reporting season

| James Mickleboro

Are the good times returning for this health supplements company?

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Share Market News

Here's why the Alexium (ASX:AJX) share price surged 9% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The advanced materials company has big things in store in FY22.

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Energy Shares

The AGL (ASX:AGL) share price just hit its lowest point in 17 years

| Marc Sidarous

It's been a red day for gas and energy provider.

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