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Dividend Investing

3 Aussie passive income stocks delivering decades upon decades of dividends

| Tristan Harrison

Income-focused investors could benefit from these stocks.

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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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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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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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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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Share Market News

Inflation ahead? Some takeaways from the AFR Wealth Summit

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are some of the key takeaways from the AFR Wealth Summit. This includes a prediction that inflation is ahead…

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Share Fallers

Why Adairs, Afterpay, IAG, & Livetiles shares are sinking

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) are two of four ASX shares sinking lower on Tuesday. Here's…

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Why the Redflow (ASX:RFX) share price skyrocketed 50% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Redflow Ltd (ASX: RFX) share price was sent skyrocketing in late morning trade following the company's largest ever battery…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

Cleanaway (ASX:CWY) share price on watch after Veolia legal warning

| Mitchell Lawler

The Cleanaway Waste Management Ltd (ASX: CWY) share price on watch following reports of Veolia warning the company of acquisition…

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The Anteris (ASX:AVR) share price is down today but has soared 150% in 3 months

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Anteris (ASX:AVR) share price exploded 150% higher over the past 3 months. Here's a summary of the latest results…

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Insiders have been buying Sydney Airport (ASX:SYD) and this ASX share

| James Mickleboro

Insiders have been buying Sydney Airport Holdings Pty Ltd (ASX:SYD) and this ASX share. Here's what you need to know...

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Share Market News

The Nexion (ASX:NNG) share price is down today despite good news

| Brooke Cooper

This morning, the Nexion Group Ltd (ASX: NNG) share price is down 4% despite the tech company announcing its first…

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Race Oncology (ASX: RAC) share price higher on preclinical breast cancer results

| Kerry Sun

The Race Oncology Ltd (ASX: RAC) share price is watch after its drug is showing impressive preclinical results to kill…

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ASX 200 up 0.7%: Vocus jumps on takeover update, Afterpay crashes 9%

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC) shares are making big waves on the ASX 200 on Tuesday. Here's…

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Why the Digital Wine (ASX:DW8) share price is up an astonishing 18%

| Marc Sidarous

Digital Wine Ventures Ltd (ASX: DW8) hit a 5-year high in today’s morning trade. Here's a closer look at what's…

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Share Gainers

Why AVZ, Legend Mining, Nuix, & Vocus shares are surging higher

| James Mickleboro

Nuix Ltd (ASX:NXL) and Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC) are two of four ASX shares that are surging notably higher on…

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What's going on with the Senex (ASX:SXY) share price today?

| Aaron Teboneras

The Senex Energy Ltd (ASX: SXY) share price is edging lower despite the engery producer announcing a positive update. We…

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Here's why the Catalyst Metals (ASX:CYL) share price is rocketing 9%

| Bernd Struben

The Catalyst Metals share price is rocketing in morning trade, up 9%. We take a look at the ASX gold…

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Share Fallers

Why the Afterpay (ASX:APT) and Zip (ASX:Z1P) share prices are under pressure again

| Kerry Sun

While investors might be hoping for an Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) and Zip Co Ltd (ASX: Z1P0 share price bounce.…

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Share Market News

Why ASX 200 tech shares could be in for another wild session

| Kerry Sun

The tech-heavy Nasdaq took another dive overnight as bond yields itched higher. This could once again drag on ASX 200…

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Share Market News

Why the Red 5 (ASX:RED) share price is soaring higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Red 5 Ltd (ASX: RED) share price is soaring higher today following possible formal contract negotiations. Here's the latest.

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Share Market News

Here's why the Galaxy (ASX:GXY) share price is pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) share price is on the move today following the release of an update on its…

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Share Gainers

Why the AVZ Minerals (ASX:AVZ) share price is surging 15% higher today

| James Mickleboro

The AVZ Minerals Ltd (ASX: AVZ) share price is storming higher on Tuesday after announcing a new major offtake agreement…

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Share Market News

Why the Irongate (ASX:IAP) share price will be on watch today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Irongate Group (ASX: IAP) share price will be on watch today following the acquisition of an industrial property. Here's…

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Capital Raising

Why the Western Areas (ASX:WSA) share price is in a trading halt

| James Mickleboro

The Western Areas Ltd (ASX: WSA) share price is in a trading halt on Tuesday whilst it seeks to raise…

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How to invest

How to reinvest when terrified

| Tony Yoo

Have some of your 2020 darlings lost their cachet recently? Don't be discouraged, this is when real money can be…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 mistakes passive income investors can make when investing in dividend stocks

| Peter Stephens

Avoiding these three common mistakes when buying dividend stocks for a passive income could lead to less risk and higher…

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Share Market News

Subreddit ASX Bets is gambling these 4 ASX shares will follow in GameStop's footsteps

| Marc Sidarous

Subreddit ASX Bets is gambling on these 4 ASX shares to keep rising - including Zip.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Vocus (ASX:VOC) share price on watch after accepting takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

The Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC) share price will be on watch on Tuesday after revealing that it has accepted a…

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52-Week Lows

2 ASX shares at 52-week lows: Are they bargain buys?

| James Mickleboro

Nuix Limited (ASX:NXL) and this ASX share have just dropped to 52-week lows. Is this a buying opportunity for investors?

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Share Market News

One person earned $250,000 on Airtasker last year. Now it's listing

| Tony Yoo

Recent technology floats have suffered after a vicious sell-off of growth shares. Will this one be any different?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Sonic Healthcare Limited (ASX:SHL) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday...

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Share Market News

Why the Cobalt Blue (ASX:COB) share price is rocketing 6% today

| Daniel Ewing

The Cobalt Blue share price is on a tear today as the company announced the start of its pilot program.…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 rises, TWE jumps, Zip sinks

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) rose today. The Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) share price jumped on takeover rumours.

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Share Market News

Legal action against ex Qantas (ASX:QAN) executive leaves share price on watch

| Mitchell Lawler

The Qantas Airways Ltd (ASX: QAN) share price will be in focus as the airline operator pursues legal action against…

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Share Market News

Why the Vital Metals (ASX:VML) share price just hit a 5 year high

| Marc Sidarous

Vital Metals Limited (ASX: VML) share price was up 24.6% today – hitting a 5-year record of 8.6 cents in…

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Share Market News

Why the TNG (ASX:TNG) share price is up 7% today

| Brooke Cooper

TNG's share price is flying high today after the company announced its Mount Peake project was awarded Major Project Status…

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52-Week Highs

Why the Westpac (ASX:WBC) share price just hit a 52-week high

| James Mickleboro

The Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) share price climbed to a 52-week high on Monday. Here's why the banking giant's shares…

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Share Market News

Why the Cogstate (ASX:CGS) share price is rising today

| Daniel Ewing

The Cogstate share price is rising strongly today as the company announced a business update. We take a closer look.

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Share Market News

Telstra (ASX:TLS) share price and others caught in Greensill insolvency

| Mitchell Lawler

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS) share price will be watched with a close eye, along with others as Greensill…

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Share Fallers

Here's why the Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price is down 8% today

| James Mickleboro

The Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) share price has come under pressure on Monday and is sinking 8% in afternoon trade.…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

The 3 highest paying ASX 200 dividend shares

| Kerry Sun

Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX: FMG) and AGL Limited (ASX: AGL) are two of the highest paying ASX 200 dividend…

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Share Market News

Why the Queensland Pacific Metals (AXS:QPM) share price is climbing today

| Brooke Cooper

Queensland Pacific Metals Ltd's share price is up after it announced its TECH Project's ability to achieve net-negative CO2 emissions.

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Share Market News

Up almost 1000% in 1 year, the Bionomics (ASX:BNO) share price moves higher

| Aaron Teboneras

The Bionomics Ltd (ASX: BNO) share price is in positive territory after announcing a non-renounceable entitlement offer. Here's the details.

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Share Market News

Treasury Wine (ASX: TWE) share price shoots over 8% higher on takeover talks

| Marc Sidarous

The Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX: TWE) share price rocketed over 8% higher today before slightly retreating to be up…

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