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Share Market News

ASX 200 resilient in face of latest RBA interest rate increase

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors had widely been expecting the RBA to increase interest rates again today.

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Share Market News

Worst fortnight in 4 years: How the Iran war is affecting ASX shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Since the war began, the ASX 200 has fallen 6.5%, and the ASX All Ords has dropped 6.65%.

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Opinions

A stock market crash feels like it might be imminent

| Grace Alvino

Rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility are making some investors uneasy.

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Opinions

How investing $50 a day into ASX shares could become $1 million faster than you think

| Tristan Harrison

Long-term saving and investing are essential for building wealth.

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Share Market News

US$100 oil is a big deal for every ASX share. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Higher oil prices flow through to every corner of the economy.

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Share Market News

The one question I always ask before buying an ASX share

| Grace Alvino

If a stock stopped moving for three years, would you still want to own it?

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Share Market News

Game on! BHP retakes biggest ASX stock crown as CBA shares sink

| Bernd Struben

The battle of the top ASX titans continues, with BHP edging out CBA to win back the crown.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts to record high amid strong earnings and new jobs data

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season continues with Telstra, Brambles, Sonic Healthcare, and Hub24 impressing the market today.

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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 negative end to the trading week this Friday.

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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 Lynas, Mesoblast, PEXA, and Sayona Mining shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 stocks smashing the benchmark this week following earning results

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX 200 stocks rocketing 16% to 24% this week. Here’s why.

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Share Gainers

Why Austal, Boss Energy, Harvey Norman, and NextDC shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Gold

Macquarie tips 38% upside for this ASX 200 gold stock after its FY25 result

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects a big turnaround for this ASX 200 gold stock in FY 2026. Here’s why.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals vs Mineral Resources shares: Which does Macquarie prefer?

| Samantha Menzies

The two mining stocks have faced headwinds this year.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips enormous 50% upside for this ASX All Ords stock

| Samantha Menzies

The company recently released strong H1 FY25 results.

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Broker Notes

Qantas shares just soared to record highs. What's Macquarie's new price target now?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie upped its price target for Qantas shares by 15%. But is the ASX airline a buy?

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Broker Notes

These top ASX shares could rise 20%+

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie is tipping these shares to deliver market-beating gains.

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Resources Shares

ASX mining shares are up 16% in two months. Experts name 3 to buy and 1 to sell

| Bronwyn Allen

The S&P/ASX 300 Metal & Mining Index hit a new record high yesterday.

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Broker Notes

Are Sigma Healthcare shares in danger of crashing?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what one leading broker is saying about this high-flyer.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week on a high? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Why did Macquarie just cut its price target on Fortescue shares?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie just lowered its share price forecast for Fortescue. But why?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a another decent day for the local share market this Thursday.

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Record Highs

These 2 ASX 200 blue-chip stocks just hit new record highs

| Sebastian Bowen

These popular stocks are at new heights today.

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Communication Shares

This ASX 200 media stock crashed 10%, and Macquarie expect much more downside to come

| Samantha Menzies

Investors are spooked following the company's FY25 results and outlook guidance.

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Share Fallers

Why Bank of Queensland, Core Lithium, Ramsay, and Telix shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are being hit hard by investors on Thursday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Dicker Data, Eagers Automotive, IDP, and Qantas shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye with strong gains on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie just downgraded Woolworths shares. What's its new price target?

| Samantha Menzies

Woolworths posted its FY25 results yesterday.

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Travel Shares

Macquarie tips huge 31% upside for this ASX 200 travel stock

| Samantha Menzies

The travel company posted its FY25 earnings yesterday.

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Share Gainers

Telix shares just crashed 24%! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Telix shares are having a day to forget on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Guess which well-known ASX 200 REIT has been slapped with an underperform rating

| Samantha Menzies

Macquarie revealed its latest stance on the stock in a recent investor note.

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Broker Notes

One to watch: Macquarie tips double-digit returns for this ASX healthcare stock

| Samantha Menzies

The broker is pleased with the company's FY25 results released on Wednesday morning.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this surging ASX 200 gold stock to keep outperforming in FY 2026

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects the fast-rising ASX 200 gold stock to keep outperforming in FY 2026.

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Broker Notes

Are Woolworths shares dirt cheap after crashing 15%?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what one leading broker thinks of the supermarket giant.

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Broker Notes

This ASX 300 stock offers 5%+ dividend yields and 20%+ upside: Macquarie

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie is feeling bullish about this cheap stock.

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Opinions

Experts tip 2 ASX 200 financial shares to sell and 1 to buy

| Bronwyn Allen

As earnings season winds down, experts reveal their ratings on 3 financial stocks.

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Broker Notes

Why Coles shares look more appealing to Macquarie after the FY25 result

| Tristan Harrison

Investors loved the Coles result. What does Macquarie think it’s worth now?

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Technology Shares

Should I buy WiseTech shares after the selloff?

| James Mickleboro

Could big returns be on offer now? Let's see what one leading broker is saying.

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Broker Notes

Are DroneShield shares a strong buy after sinking 10%?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts at Bell Potter are saying after its results release.

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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 benchmark index today.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips almost 20% return for this ASX All Ords stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is recommending to clients.

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Broker Notes

Forget Fortescue and buy these ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker thinks investors should avoid the miner and buy these shares.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

We saw some big share price jumps this hump day.

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Broker Notes

What to do with these 3 ASX 200 retail shares after strong price runs: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX 200 retail shares have risen by 40% or more in just six months. Is it time to sell?

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Share Gainers

Why Lovisa, Sigma, Siteminder, and Tabcorp shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Domino's, DroneShield, WiseTech, and Woolworths are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie thinks this beaten down ASX 200 travel stock is set to surge 53%. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts big 12-month share price gains for this beaten down ASX 200 travel company.

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