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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 Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing Tuesday session for ASX investors today.

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Broker Notes

4 ASX tech shares impressing analysts today

| Bronwyn Allen

Four technology companies featured prominently in Wilson Asset Management's recent investment updates.

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Share Gainers

Thinking of selling your CBA shares? This expert says you should hold on

| Bronwyn Allen

CBA shares are up by about 80% since November 2023.

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ETFs

Up 18% in June, is the Betashares Crude Oil Index ETF a good oil price play?

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX investor interest in the OOO ETF has risen amid surging oil prices due to the Israel-Iran conflict.

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Share Fallers

Why Betr, Regis Resources, St Barbara, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are taking a tumble on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Bannerman Energy, Clarity, DroneShield, Lotus Resources are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are making their shareholders smile on Tuesday. But why?

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Opinions

Should I buy Berkshire Hathaway or Soul Patts shares?

| Laura Stewart

Both have been stand out investments over the long term.

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Opinions

Here are 2 of the ASX's most hated shares. Which should I consider buying?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could today's dogs be tomorrow's stars?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors managed to ease out a gain from the markets today.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares the broker is bullish on this month.

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Share Market News

What does Macquarie think Liontown Resources shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Is the broker bullish or bearish or something in between? Let's find out.

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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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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie see for Collins Foods shares?

| Laura Stewart

The company is scheduled to report on 24 June.

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Share Gainers

Why Paladin Energy, Santos, Tourism Holdings, and Woodside shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week with a bang. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why 4DS Memory, ASX, Betr, and Northern Star shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

JP Morgan upgrades Domino's Pizza shares

| Laura Stewart

Does the broker expect things to turn around?

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Share Market News

Why is this ASX share crashing 70% today?

| James Mickleboro

This stock is crashing deep into the red after returning from a trading halt.

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Broker Notes

Can CBA and Telstra shares keep rising?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what one broker is saying about these giants.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX stock is up 50% on takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

A takeover offer is getting investors excited this morning. Let's dig deeper into things.

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Energy Shares

Santos shares rocket on $30b takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

This energy giant could be going private after receiving a takeover approach.

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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

Where I'd invest $5,000 into ASX shares today

| Tristan Harrison

I’m excited by what these stocks can achieve.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It could be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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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

Energy shares rip amid Middle East tensions while ASX 200 surges 20% from April low

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX energy shares roared 6.49% higher while the ASX 200 lifted 0.37% and set a new record last week.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 25% to 80%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think big returns could be on offer from these shares.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were nervous this Friday, ending the week on a sour note.

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Share Market News

Where to invest $5,000 into ASX 200 shares this month

| James Mickleboro

The team at Bell Potter is bullish on these names. But why?

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52-Week Highs

8 ASX 200 shares hitting multi-year highs today

| Bronwyn Allen

These shares have defied the trend, hitting new price milestones amid a day in the red for the ASX 200.

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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 Gainers

Why EOS, Evolution Mining, Renascor, and Woodside shares are jumping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Accent, Cettire, Ioneer, and Pro Medicus shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. What's going on?

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Broker Notes

Up 66% in a year, just how much more upside does Macquarie tip for Perseus Mining shares?

| Bernd Struben

Just how much higher might Perseus Mining shares soar? Here’s what Macquarie had to say about the ASX 200 gold…

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Broker Notes

Why this exciting ASX 200 share could rise almost 50%

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Guess which popular ASX stock is crashing 21% today

| James Mickleboro

Its earnings are expected to fall well short of consensus estimates.

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Broker Notes

2 buys and 2 sells in the ASX 200 financials sector: analysts

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal what the experts think of these ASX 200 financial shares.

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Opinions

What are Soul Patts shares worth?

| Tristan Harrison

This company has delivered strong gains. But what is its intrinsic value?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good session for Aussie investors today.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 33% to 37%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Morgans think these shares could deliver big returns.

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