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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Vitalharvest (ASX:VTH) share price flat despite takeover stoush

| Marc Sidarous

The Vitalharvest Freehold Trust (ASX: VTH) share price is trending 0.46% lower in morning trade today after receiving a takeover…

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Coca-Cola Amatil (ASX:CCL) share price higher on takeover update

| James Mickleboro

The Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) share price is pushing higher on Friday afternoon following an update on its takeover approach...

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Why the BARD1 (ASX:BD1) share price is climbing 6% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The BARD1 Life Sciences Ltd (ASX: BD1) share price is climbing today following a favourable outcome for the company's hTERT…

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Why the Bitcoin price is rocketing towards new record highs again

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price breached the US$58,000 level this morning, within a whisker of a new record high. We look at…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Volpara (ASX:VHT) share price is surging 7% higher

| James Mickleboro

The Volpara Health Technologies Ltd (ASX:VHT) share price is surging higher after announcing its largest ever contract win...

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Why the New World Resources (ASX:NWC) share price is soaring 8%

| Marc Sidarous

New World Resources Ltd (ASX: NWC) share price is up 0.3 cents this morning as the company announced it had…

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ASX 200 up 0.95%: Afterpay rises, Westpac's APRA update, Qantas upgraded

| James Mickleboro

Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares are in focus on the ASX 200 on Friday. Here's why...

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Why the Southern Cross Media (ASX:SXL) share price is tumbling 14%

| Brooke Cooper

The Southern Cross Media (ASX: SXL) share price is down 14% on news the company's agreement with Nine Entertainment (ASX:…

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Small-cap ASX minerals explorer inks JV agreement with Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO)

| Bernd Struben

Small-cap ASX minerals explorer Agrimin has inked a joint venture agreement with ASX 200 mining giant Rio Tinto. We look…

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Share Gainers

Why Afterpay, Piedmont Lithium, ResApp, & Santos are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and ResApp Health Ltd (ASX:RAP) are two of four ASX shares charging notably higher on Friday. Here's why...

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Piedmont Lithium (ASX:PLL) share price is jumping 11% today

| James Mickleboro

The Piedmont Lithium Ltd (ASX:PLL) share price is jumping 11% on Friday. Here's why this lithium miner's shares are on…

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Will half-price flights save Australia's S&P credit rating?

| Gretchen Kennedy

While some Australians gear up to take advantage of half-price flights, Standard & Poor’s is watching Australia’s credit rating.

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Nine (ASX:NEC) share price edges higher on positive update

| Aaron Teboneras

The Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd (ASX: NEC) share price is edging higher following a positive update. Here are the…

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Share Gainers

ResApp (ASX:RAP) share price jumps 19% on AstraZeneca deal

| James Mickleboro

The ResApp Health Ltd (ASX:RAP) share price is jumping on Friday after announcing a deal with AstraZeneca...

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Share Fallers

Breville (ASX:BRG) share price drops after CEO's $8.7 million share sale

| James Mickleboro

The Breville Group Ltd (ASX:BRG) share price has come under pressure on Friday after revealing that its CEO has sold…

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Technology Shares

The Appen (ASX:APX) share price has fallen 60% from its 52-week high

| Rhys Brock

The Appen (ASX:APX) share price has continued to slide on underwhelming financial results and an uncertain outlook. Let's take a…

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435,000 Aussies bought their first shares during the pandemic

| Tony Yoo

Thanks to COVID-19, the stock market's now in the public consciousness. But how many rookies are throwing money around carelessly?

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2 not-so-obvious ASX shares to cash in on the property boom

| Tony Yoo

Would you believe two media companies could see their shares rise because of a buoyant real estate market? Read how.

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Why the Qantas (ASX:QAN) share price could shoot higher in 2021

| James Mickleboro

The Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) share price could be going 20% higher from here according to one leading broker. Here's…

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Software and bikes: 3 ASX shares ready to explode

| Tony Yoo

Last year's growth darlings are sinking, so here are 3 alternative stocks that Forager Funds is excited about.

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Friday. Here's…

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Why ASX 200 copper shares are eyeing ultracheap Chinese EVs

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 copper shares are likely to enjoy a healthy tailwind as cheaper EVs drive growth in the global demand…

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ASX 200 unmoved, Flight Centre soars, Afterpay keeps falling

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) was flat, but the ASX travel sector got a big boost of more government support…

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Could the Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) camera hack lift ASX cybersecurity shares?

| Bernd Struben

With private hackers joining state sponsored cyber attacks, ASX cybersecurity shares could see more demand for their services.

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Why the Little Green Pharma (ASX:LGP) share price climbed 5% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Little Green Pharma (ASX: LGP) share price climbed higher today after the company announced it has delivered its first…

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Share Fallers

Here's why the IDP Education (ASX:IEL) share price sank 6% today

| James Mickleboro

The IDP Education Ltd (ASX:IEL) share price came under pressure on Thursday after releasing an update on the Education Australia…

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Aussie Broadband (ASX:ABB) share price hits all-time high

| Kerry Sun

The Aussie Broadband Ltd (ASX: ABB) share price just hit an new all-time record high despite recent market volatility and…

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AMP (ASX:AMP) selling assets too cheaply warns Macquarie

| Brendon Lau

The AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP) share price is under a cloud as a broker warns that it’s selling assets too…

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Woolworths (ASX:WOW) share price down as it savours potential Oakridge Wines purchase

| Marc Sidarous

Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) share price is down slightly today as reports emerge the retailer is looking to purchase…

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Here's why the Wide Open Agriculture (ASX:WOA) share price is up 11% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Wide Open Agriculture (AXS: WOA) share price is surging today after the company provided investors with an update. Here's…

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Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) share price rises as it inks office deal with AMP (ASX:AMP)

| Marc Sidarous

The Bank of Queensland Limited (ASX: BOQ) share price is up 0.23% today, as news broke that the bank will…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) and these ASX shares as sells this week. Here's why they are…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

Freshly listed Climate Change ETF (ASX:ERTH) making the ASX greener

| Mitchell Lawler

The ASX just got a little greener with the latest addition of the Climate Change Innovation ETF (ASX: ERTH). We…

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Why the Invictus Energy (ASX:IVZ) share price is up 100% this year

| Brooke Cooper

It's been a big year so far for Invictus Energy Ltd's share price, which has doubled since the beginning of…

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Share Fallers

Will the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price bounce back?

| James Mickleboro

The Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) share price has been very volatile today. Will it ever bounce back from its recent declines?

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Worried about rising interest rates impacting ASX 200 shares? Read this…

| Bernd Struben

Concerned inflation could send interest rates higher and negatively impact ASX 200 shares? Here's what RBA governor Philip Lowe says.

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ASX stock of the day: Event (ASX:EVT) shares are shooting higher

| Sebastian Bowen

The Event Hospitality and Entertainment Ltd (ASX:EVT) share price has taken off today. Here's why Event shares are booming.

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The Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price just keeps on falling

| Kerry Sun

The Zip Co Ltd (ASX: Z1P) share price continues to weaken despite little volatility in the US overnight or bad…

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Should the JobKeeper payment be replaced with discounted airfares?

| Gretchen Kennedy

The JobKeeper payment is ending and the new stimulus package that includes discount airfare access is on the way. Will…

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Share Fallers

Why Afterpay, Nearmap, Temple & Webster, & Z Energy are tumbling lower

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) are two of four ASX shares tumbling lower on Thursday. Here's why...

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