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Share Market News

ASX 200 turbulent following the RBA interest rate decision

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors will need to accept plenty of uncertainty on the outlook for interest rates in 2026.

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 has taken a breather. Here's what usually happens next

| Leigh Gant

A soft patch reveals the market catching its breath rather than shifting course.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 vs US stocks: Where the next decade of big winners may come from

| Leigh Gant

The ASX 200 or the US? Strong cases exist for both, but disciplined diversification often wins over decades.

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Share Market News

What Australia's shocking inflation print means for ASX 200 investors and interest rates

| Bernd Struben

The RBA is facing an uphill inflation battle. Will the bank’s next move be to raise interest rates?

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Share Market News

Does the AI revolution justify today's high ASX 200 valuation?

| Bronwyn Allen

Blackwattle Investment Partners says the ASX 200 has a P/E ratio of 21x compared to a 10-year average of 16x.

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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 Market News

Is the ASX 200 setting up for a market crash?

| Leigh Gant

Red screens spark fear, but the bigger picture and history tells investors to look beyond the moment.

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Communication Shares

Why these experts think Telstra has a place in your portfolio

| Cameron England

Telstra's dominant market position and disciplined execution mean it's an attractive share to own, a broker says.

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Recent Share Market News

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Broker Notes

2 ASX shares rated as strong buys by brokers

| Tristan Harrison

These 2 ASX shares have been rated as strong by brokers. One of the popular stocks is gold mine Newcrest…

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Broker Notes

Is the a2 Milk (ASX:A2M) share price a bargain or value trap?

| James Mickleboro

The A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M) share price hit a multi-year low on Tuesday. Does this make it a bargain…

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Resources Shares

Up 20% today, what's with the Podium Minerals (ASX:POD) share price?

| Brooke Cooper

The Podium Minerals (ASX: POD) share price is rocketing again today, leaving market watchers scratching their heads.

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Share Market News

Why these ASX lithium shares are down for a 5th straight session?

| Kerry Sun

Why are ASX lithium shares, Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX: GXY), Pilbara Minerals Ltd (ASX: PLS) and Orocobre Limited (ASX: ORE) selling off?

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Industrials Shares

Why the PPK Group (ASX:PPK) share price hit a record high today

| Aaron Teboneras

The PPK Group share price jumped almost 16% in morning trade to hit a new record.

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Share Market News

Why ELMO, James Hardie, Redbubble, & St Barbara are tumbling lower

| James Mickleboro

James Hardie Industries plc (ASX:JHX) and Redbubble Ltd (ASX:RBL) shares are two of four tumbling lower today...

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Share Market News

A2 Milk and Zip were among the most traded ASX shares last week

| James Mickleboro

A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M) and Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) shares were among the most traded shares on the CommSec platform…

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Cryptocurrencies

If Bitcoin investing isn't risky enough for you, try this

| Bernd Struben

If Bitcoin investing isn't risky enough for you then maybe you want to try to squeeze some yield out of…

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Resources Shares

Here's why Latitude Consolidated (ASX:LCD) shares are up 32% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Latitude Consolidated Ltd (ASX: LCD) share price is on fire today, rising more than 32% to a new all-time…

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Share Fallers

Here's why Centuria Capital (ASX:CNI) shares are falling 6% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Centuria Capital Group (ASX: CNI) share price is one of the most traded ASX shares today, dropping more than…

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Healthcare Shares

Why the BARD1 (ASX:BD1) share price is on the rise today

| Aaron Teboneras

The BARD1 Life Sciences Ltd (ASX: BD1) share price is climbing today following a postiive update from the company. We…

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Share Gainers

Why Aristocrat Leisure, Creso Pharma, Nuix, & Resolute are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX:ALL) and Nuix Ltd (ASX:NXL) shares are two of four charging notably higher on Tuesday...

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Technology Shares

Nuix (ASX:NXL) share price gains 12% on signals of accountability

| Mitchell Lawler

The Nuix Ltd (ASX: NXL) share price is flying higher following the company's CEO addressing issues and concerns during its…

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Real Estate Shares

Why the Charter Hall REIT (ASX:CLW) share price is frozen

| Bernd Struben

The Charter Hall REIT share price is in a trading halt this morning. We look at the company's latest acquisitions…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 up 0.6%: James Hardie Q4 update, St Barbara sinks, Nuix jumps

| James Mickleboro

James Hardie Industries plc (ASX:JHX) and Nuix Ltd (ASX:NXL) shares are among the movers and shakers on the ASX 200 on…

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Share Market News

Latest 2 ASX shares to be upgraded by brokers to "buy" today

| Brendon Lau

As the market inches closer to resetting its record high, brokers still see value among select ASX shares and have…

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Share Market News

The Spirit (ASX:ST1) share price edges higher on record growth

| Kerry Sun

The Spirit Technology Solutions Ltd (ASX: ST1) share price is up 3% after record growth and integration milestones.

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Cannabis Shares

Why the Creso Pharma (ASX:CPH) share price is on fire today

| Bernd Struben

The Creso Pharma share price is rocketing higher, up 10% in late morning trade. We look at the latest from…

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Energy Shares

Why the Meridian Energy (ASX:MEZ) share price is sliding

| Bernd Struben

The Meridian Energy share price is sliding in morning trade. We take a look at the ASX energy share's latest…

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Healthcare Shares

Here's why the Imugene (ASX:IMU) share price is jumping 5% today

| Brooke Cooper

The Imugene Limited (ASX: IMU) share price is rising on the back of news the immuno-oncology company has entered a…

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Share Market News

Exec jailed for ASX share market manipulation

| Tony Yoo

ASX company exec found guilty of buying up shares to keep the stock artificially inflated above the IPO price.

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Healthcare Shares

Here's why the Rhythm (ASX:RHY) share price is soaring 8% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Rhythm Biosciences Ltd (ASX: RHY) share price is on the run following the company’s strategic update to FY22. Here's…

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and these ASX shares as sells this week. Here's why they…

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Share Gainers

Why the Woodside (ASX:WPL) share price is rising today

| James Mickleboro

The Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) share price is pushing higher on Tuesday after announcing its exit from the Kitimat LNG…

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BNPL shares

Why is the Laybuy (ASX:LBY) share price frozen today?

| Kerry Sun

The Laybuy Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: LBY) share price won't be going anywhere on Tuesday as the company undergoes a…

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Share Fallers

St Barbara (ASX:SBM) share price crashes 10% on guidance downgrade

| James Mickleboro

The St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) share price is under pressure on Tuesday after downgrading its guidance for FY 2021...

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Healthcare Shares

Why the Telix (ASX:TLX) share price is rising this morning

| Aaron Teboneras

The Telix Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: TLX) share price is on the move today after the company announced it has inked…

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Resources Shares

Newcrest (ASX:NCM) share price in focus with carbon neutrality pledge

| Brooke Cooper

The Newcrest Mining Ltd share price could be in focus this morning with news the company has vowed to go…

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Technology Shares

Why the ELMO (ASX:ELO) share price will be on watch this morning

| Aaron Teboneras

The ELMO Software Ltd (ASX: ELO) share price will be one to watch closely on Tuesday morning following a positive…

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Growth Shares

3 explosive shares that defy PE ratios

| Tony Yoo

This fundie reckons a trio of stocks are ready to become the next Google and Amazon. Is sitting on the…

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Bank Shares

Top broker names NAB (ASX:NAB) shares as the best in the banking sector

| James Mickleboro

This leading broker has named National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) as the bank share to buy right now. Here's why...

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Share Market News

Why the Commonwealth Bank (ASX:CBA) share price is in the spotlight today

| Bernd Struben

The Commonwealth Bank share price is in the spotlight today as CEO Matt Comyn addresses the Amazon Web Services Online…

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Broker Notes

Expert names ASX share set to boom from global chip shortage

| Tony Yoo

A worldwide semiconductor supply disruption is causing havoc. But one ASX share is set to take advantage, says expert.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

EML Payments Ltd (ASX:EML) and South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday. Here's…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 rises, Nuix drops, Elders falls

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) went up today, though Nuix Limited (ASX:NXL) and Elders Ltd (ASX:ELD) both fell on news.

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Share Market News

Why the Earlypay (ASX:EPY) share price is flying 8% higher today

| Daniel Ewing

The Earlypay (ASX: EPY) share price closed 8.6% higher today as the company released record figures in a trading update.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Viva Leisure (ASX:VVA) share price tanks 9% on impending lawsuit

| Marc Sidarous

The Viva Leisure Ltd (ASX: VVA) share price is in the red after news emerged the gym operator could soon…

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Broker Notes

Nearmap (ASX:NEA) share price hit by broker downgrade

| James Mickleboro

The Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) share price was out of form on Monday after being downgraded by a leading broker. Here's…

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Gold

3 ASX 200 gold mining shares that shone today

| Brooke Cooper

Today has been great for ASX 200 gold miners. Gold is at its highest price since February and these 3…

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BNPL shares

Why the Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price is down almost 25% this month

| Aaron Teboneras

The Zip Co Ltd (ASX: Z1P) share price has erased some serious gains over the past monht. We take a…

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