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Buying ASX shares or paying off a mortgage? Here's what the experts are saying about RBA interest rate hikes in 2026

| Bernd Struben

Leading experts sound off on the RBA’s latest interest rate hike, and what investors and mortgage holders can expect next.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 Fallers

SEEK (ASX:SEK) share price on watch after naming its new CFO

| James Mickleboro

The SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) share price will be one to watch on Thursday after announcing the appointment of its new…

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Record Highs

These 3 ASX shares have just stormed to record highs

| James Mickleboro

Here's why Hansen Technologies Limited (ASX:HSN) and these ASX shares just stormed to record highs...

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and Newcrest Mining Ltd (ASX:NCM) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on…

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ASX 200 drops, Zip down, Afterpay soars

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) dropped by 0.8% today. The Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price fell, but the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share…

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Demoted AMP exec paid $1m bonus for 53 days' work

| Tony Yoo

Former AMP Capital chief Boe Pahari pockets a nice profit share for less than 2 months' work, while other staff…

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Why did the Latin Resources (ASX:LRS) share price bomb 14% today?

| Brooke Cooper

The Latin Resources Ltd (ASX: LRS) share price bombed today, despite announcing good news this morning.

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Share Fallers

Here's why the Fortescue (ASX:FMG) share price sank 8% today

| James Mickleboro

The Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) share price was out of form on Wednesday and sank 8%. Here's what you need…

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Why this fundie tips Australian Vintage (ASX:AVG) shares

| Bernd Struben

Citing a much higher earnings potential and a shift away from bulk wine to branded wine, this fundie likes Australian…

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Is Nine Entertainment (ASX:NEC) eyeing up regional broadcaster WIN?

| Marc Sidarous

The Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd (ASX: NEC) share price is trending higher today after speculation emerged the company may…

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Here's why the Piedmont (ASX:PLL) share price jumped 10% today

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Piedmont (ASX: PLL) share price is on the move again, jumping 10% today. Let's look at what Piedmont lithium…

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These 4 ASX shares just got upgraded to a 'buy' rating

| Kerry Sun

From beaten up tech shares to soaring cyclicals sectors, here are 4 ASX shares that just got upgraded to a…

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Chinese and Russian hack attacks put ASX cybersecurity shares in spotlight

| Bernd Struben

With 2 state sponsored cyber attacks hitting the world in 3 months, ASX cybersecurity shares are in the spotlight today.

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ASX stock of the day: Why Envirosuite (ASX:EVS) shares are bouncing

| Sebastian Bowen

The Envirosuite Ltd (ASX: EVS) share price has been bouncing around dramatically today, up 16% at one point. Here's the…

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Fenix Resources (ASX:FEX) share price dips despite production ramp-up

| Kerry Sun

The Fenix Resources Ltd (ASX: FEX) share price is slumping today, despite the company ramping up its production for additional…

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Here's why the Beam (ASX:BCC) share price is trekking upwards

| Aaron Teboneras

The Beam Communications Holdings Ltd (ASX: BCC) share price is jumping higher following another ZOLEO contract order. We take a…

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Auroch Minerals (ASX:AOU) share price plummets 15%

| Brooke Cooper

The Auroch Minerals Ltd (ASX: AOU) share price is plummeting today after the company announced the assay results from its…

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Why the Funtastic (ASX:FUN) share price opened 10% higher today

| Marc Sidarous

The Funtastic Limited (ASX: FUN) share price opened nearly 10% higher today at 11.5 cents before retreating. Let's take a…

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Share Gainers

Why the Macquarie (ASX:MQG) share price just hit a record high

| James Mickleboro

Here's why the Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) share price hit a record high on Wednesday and could still go even…

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Why the Neuren (ASX:NEU) share price is moving higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Neuren Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: NEU) share price is treading higher today after announcing strong progress on its milestone targets.

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and these ASX shares as buys. Here's why they are bullish on them...

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Why the Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) share price is among the worst performers today

| Mitchell Lawler

The Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) share price and Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX: FMG) share price are the worst…

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Why the Legacy Iron Ore (ASX:LCY) share price jumped 29% this morning

| Bernd Struben

The Legacy Iron Ore share price was up 29% in morning trade before giving up some of those gains. We…

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Ecograf (ASX:EGR) share price powers up on government approval news

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Ecograf (ASX:EGR) share price is higher today after the company released an update regarding its Epanko Graphite mine. Here's…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) share price could be great value

| James Mickleboro

The Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) share price could be great value according to one leading broker. Here's what you need to…

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Share Fallers

What's happening with the Kogan (ASX:KGN) share price?

| Nikhil Gangaram

Despite the surge in online shopping, the Kogan (ASX:KGN) share price has nearly halved after hitting all-time highs in late…

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Why the Dimerix (ASX:DXB) share price is up today

| Brooke Cooper

The Dimerix Ltd (ASX: DXB) share price is rising ttoday after the company announced its involvement in a trial on…

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Warrego Energy (ASX:WGO) share price rises despite losses increasing

| Marc Sidarous

The Warrego Energy Ltd (ASX: WGO) share price is higher today after the company released its half-year report for FY21.

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Eclipx (ASX:ECX) share price rises on positive business update

| Aaron Teboneras

The Eclipx (ASX: ECX) share price is rising today after the company provided investors with a business update. Here are…

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Retirement village operator Summerset Group's (ASX:SNZ) share price stagnant on property update

| Mitchell Lawler

The Summerset Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: SNZ) share price is not moving, after the announcement of a third property purchase…

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Centuria Capital (ASX:CNI) reports $57 million healthcare asset purchases

| Bernd Struben

The Centuria Capital share price is flat after the company acquired 3 new healthcare assets for $57 million. We look…

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52-Week Highs

The Hansen Technologies (ASX:HSN) share price is hitting a 52-week high

| Mitchell Lawler

The Hansen Technologies Limited (ASX: HSN) share price is hitting a multi-year high today after the company upgraded its guidance.

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Why the Aston Minerals (ASX:ASO) share price leapt 85% on open

| Bernd Struben

The Aston Minerals (ASX:ASO) share price is rocketing today, opening 85% higher. Let's look at the ASX gold explorer's latest…

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Share Fallers

Why Accent, Fortescue, Western Areas, & Zip shares are tumbling lower

| James Mickleboro

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) are two of four ASX shares that are tumbling lower…

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Could this be why the Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price lost all its gains today?

| Kerry Sun

Could this be why the Zip Co Ltd (ASX: Z1P) share price is now 3% lower after trading as high…

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Could the CSL (ASX:CSL) share price get back on track in 2021?

| Kerry Sun

The CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) share price has gone nowhere since March 2020. Citi thinks it could get back on…

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ASX 200 down 0.2%: Afterpay surges, gold miners jump, Fortescue sinks

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) shares are making a splash on the ASX 200 on Wednesday...

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Why I sold all my Afterpay (ASX:APT) shares: fundie

| Tony Yoo

Fund manager said he dumped his entire holding of the buy now, pay later leader. Check out his explanation.

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Janison (ASX:JAN) share price is rocketing 20% today

| James Mickleboro

The Janison Education Group Ltd (ASX:JAN) share price is rocketing higher on Wednesday. Here's why it is up 20% to…

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Why the Treasury Wine (ASX:TWE) share price is jumping today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX: TWE) share price is edging higher following the company's announcement regarding a licensing agreement.

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Share Gainers

Why Afterpay, Gold Road, Hansen, & Silver Lakes shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Hansen Technologies Limited (ASX:HSN) are two of four ASX shares charging higher on Wednesday...

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