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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

Share Market News

The JobKeeper payment is ending. So what will happen next?

| Gretchen Kennedy

People are triple checking JobKeeper payment dates as the scheme winds down. Time to ask ourselves, what will it mean…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell next week

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Leading brokers name 3 ASX dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) and these ASX dividend shares as the ones to buy right now...

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Appen Ltd (ASX:APX) and Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX:CTD) were among the best performers on the ASX 200 last week...

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M) and Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) were among the worst performers on the ASX 200 last…

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Share Market News

Worried an end to global stimulus will crash the ASX 200?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 has joined global shares today to post solid gains. But how long will the stimulus-fuelled rally last?

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Share Market News

Nasdaq wants its boards to be more diverse

| Gretchen Kennedy

Nasdaq is waiting for the SEC to make a call regarding the exchange's diversity proposal submitted in December 2020. Here's…

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Share Market News

Qantas (ASX:QAN) successfully trials COVID vaccine app in preparation of return to international travel

| Marc Sidarous

Qantas Airways Limited (ASX: QAN) announced today it has successfully trialled an app with customers designed to track vaccinations and…

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Tabcorp (ASX:TAH) share price falls as demerger speculation continues

| Marc Sidarous

The Tabcorp (ASX: TAB) share price edged lower today as rumours continue circulating regarding a potential demerger at the wagering…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 climbs, Westpac in the clear, Nine reveals a WIN-ning deal

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) went up by 0.8% today. Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd (ASX:NEC) revealed a new contract.

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Challenger (ASX:CGF) share price is up 80% in 6 months

| Sebastian Bowen

The Challenger (ASX:CGF) share price has had a remarkable recovery, rising 80% over the past 6 months. Here's why this…

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Sheffield (ASX:SFX) share price soars 14% on joint venture completion

| Aaron Teboneras

The Sheffield Resources Ltd (ASX: SFX) share price is soaring on the back of a late market update. Here's the…

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Share Market News

Why this ASX retail share is tipped as "tremendous"

| Bernd Struben

It hasn't been an easy 12 months for ASX retail shares. Despite its own struggles this ASX retailer is tipped…

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52-Week Highs

Why the Corporate Travel Management (ASX:CTD) share price just hit a 52-week high

| James Mickleboro

The Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX:CTD) share price continued its positive run and hit a 52-week high on Friday. Here's why...

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Goldman reaffirms its conviction buy on this ASX share on Yallourn shutdown

| Brendon Lau

The decision to close the Yallourn power station years ahead of schedule is getting Goldman Sachs more excited about this…

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Share Market News

Why this ASX 200 tech share is leading the pack this week

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 tech shares are coming back strongly as the US Nasdaq rebounds from losses. This ASX technology share tops…

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Growth Shares

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and these ASX shares as buys this week. Here's why they are bullish on…

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Share Market News

What this broker thinks about ASX travel shares after government's stimulus package

| Kerry Sun

Brokers are still neutral on ASX travel shares despite the government's $1.2 billion domestic tourism stimulus package

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ETFs

The FOMO fund: Yes, it's a real thing and it could be dangerous

| Mitchell Lawler

The FOMO exchange-traded fund is coming to the stock market. The strategy is about to be made easy, but that…

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Share Market News

Here's why the Oneview (ASX:ONE) share price has exploded 106% higher

| Aaron Teboneras

Oneview Healthcare PLC (ASX: ONE) share price is rocketing 106% on the back of an agreement with StocksDigital. Here's the…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Why Advance Nanotek (ASX:ANO) shares are rocketing 7%

| Sebastian Bowen

The Advance Nanotek Ltd (ASX:ANO) share price has been on fire today, and has rocketed up 7%. Here's what's been…

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Share Market News

Australian Unity Office Fund (ASX:AOF) share price up after $31.5 million real estate deal

| Marc Sidarous

The Australian Unity Office Fund (ASX: AOF) share price on the rise after it announced the $31.5 million dollar sale.

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Share Market News

Vulcan Energy (ASX: VUL) share price up as revenue soars over 1,000%

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Vulcan Energy (ASX:VUL) share price has popped off the back of the company's latest HY results. Revenue improved by…

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Share Market News

Why the PPK Group (ASX:PPK) share price is climbing 8%

| Brooke Cooper

The PPK Group Ltd (ASX:PPK) share price is up by more than 8% after two separate announcements from affiliates of…

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Share Fallers

Why Flight Centre, Northern Star, Southern Cross Media, & Treasury Wine are sinking

| James Mickleboro

Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) and Southern Cross Media Group Ltd (ASX:SXL) shares are two of four sinking on…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Why ASX income investors should consider this dividend ETF

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to get dividends from US shares? Here's why you need to consider the BetaShares S&P 500 Yield Maximiser Fund…

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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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