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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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Opinions

This ASX 200 share has made the most money for my portfolio. I'm expecting a lot more

| Tristan Harrison

There’s one key reason why I’m expecting strong growth from this stock.

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Share Market News

These ASX 200 stocks doubled in FY25. Can they do it again in FY26?

| Kevin Gandiya

Let's find out.

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Share Market News

Which magnificent 7 stock would I buy today with $5,000?

| Kevin Gandiya

One stands above the rest.

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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 decent start to the week for Aussie investors.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 30% to 50%

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have good things to say about these cheap shares.

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Share Market News

Record CBA share price and Iran-Israel ceasefire lift ASX 200 financials to new peak

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX financial shares led the 11 market sectors last week, gaining 1.82% and reaching a record high.

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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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Broker Notes

10 Aussie stocks to buy in FY 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares analysts think could be buys in the upcoming financial year.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing end to the trading week for investors this Friday.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords shares smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these three ASX All Ords shares rocketing 18% to more than 29% this week. But why?

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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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Share Fallers

Why APA, Flight Centre, Reece, and Transurban shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough finish to the week. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Alliance Aviation, BHP, Boss Energy, and Orthocell shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Following two unfortunate incidents, what's Macquarie's price target on Monash IVF shares?

| Laura Stewart

Is Monash IVF a buying opportunity?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 18% return for this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks this blue chip's profits are going to rebound in FY 2026.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX 200 shares to buy in FY26

| James Mickleboro

These shares are among the best to buy in the new financial year according to its analysts.

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Opinions

Is it time to be bullish or cautious on buying ASX shares right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be greedy or fearful as FY26 approaches?

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Opinions

Bull vs. Bear: Guzman Y Gomez shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Guzman Y Gomez shares peaked at $45.99 in February and closed at $28.04 yesterday. Where to now?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

The Australian share market looks set to end the week in a positive fashion.

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Share Market News

The smartest growth stock to buy with $5,000 right now

| Aaron Bell

This growth stock has the potential to keep on keeping on. 

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Broker Notes

5 ASX 200 shares for smart investors to buy in July

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these shares could be in the buy zone ahead of the new month.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing session for investors today.

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Opinions

3 ASX 200 shares to buy and hold forever

| Sebastian Bowen

I don't expect these stocks to go out of style anytime soon.

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Share Market News

ASX defence shares lift amid NATO Summit decision to turbocharge spending to 5% GDP

| Bronwyn Allen

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has also signed a 'milestone' agreement with Australia.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX 200 shares to buy in FY26

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 54% upside for NextDC shares

| Laura Stewart

NextDC shares certainly have momentum.

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Share Fallers

Why Bannerman Energy, Life360, Strike Energy, and Xero shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Neuren, Paradigm, and Pilbara Minerals shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

What's JP Morgan's price target on CSL shares?

| Laura Stewart

Are CSL shares undervalued or will they continue to underperform?

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 300 tech stock is making a 'cutting-edge' US$28m acquisition

| James Mickleboro

What is this tech stock buying? Let's find out.

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Technology Shares

Why are Xero shares crashing 9% today?

| James Mickleboro

This cloud accounting platform provider is making big news this week.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 33% return for this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks this blue chip could be cheap at current levels.

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Broker Notes

The A2 Milk share price: Buy, hold, sell?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is saying about this popular stock.

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Share Market News

Why FY26 could be huge for these ASX mid cap shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares analysts think could be having a big year.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a nervous hump day session for ASX investors today.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 2 top ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

What is the broker recommending to clients this week?

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Broker Notes

2 of the best ASX 200 shares that money can buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why Bell Potter thinks these are among the best shares to buy now.

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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie see for Treasury Wine shares?

| Kevin Gandiya

Macquarie has a neutral view on Treasury Wine shares, with an $8.50 price target and 11% upside.

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Broker Notes

Why this top ASX 200 stock could deliver a 20%+ return

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about this growing company.

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