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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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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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Why the Hansen (ASX:HSN) share price will be on watch today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Hansen (ASX: HSN) share price will be on watch today following news the company has signed a significant new…

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Why the Immutep (ASX:IMM) share price will be in focus today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Immutep (ASX: IMM) share price will be on watch this morning follwing an update on the company's patent application.…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Evolution Mining Ltd (ASX:EVN) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday. Here's…

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Why the Zimplats (ASX:ZIM) share price just hit an all-time high

| Marc Sidarous

The Zimplats Holdings Ltd (ASX: ZIM) share price surged over 10% higher today to hit an all-time high. Here's what…

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ASX 200 rises, Afterpay sinks, Vocus jumps

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) rose today. The Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) share price dropped, whilst Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC) shares…

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Saxo Bank CEO on the "seismic shift" in ASX retail investors

| Bernd Struben

The growth in retail investors saw Saxo Bank bring on record new active clients in 2020. Saxo's management explains why…

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Is Australia's stagnant wage growth worse than we thought?

| Brooke Cooper

Australia is approaching it 10th year of wage stagnation and underemployment, with $649 million a week not reaching household pockets.

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Here are the US shares ASX investors have been buying

| Sebastian Bowen

Tech shares like Tesla (TSLA) and Nio (NIO) remain at the top of the list of US shares that Aussies…

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Why did the Openpay (ASX:OPY) share price slide today?

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Openpay (ASX:OPY) share price closed almost 5% lower today. Let's take a look at the buy now pay later…

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Should ASX 200 investors be worried about inflation? Janet Yellen isn't…

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are increasingly worried about rising inflation. Here's why you shouldn't lose sleep over rising bond yields…yet.

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Why the Nuheara (ASX:NUH) share price is up today

| Brooke Cooper

The Nuheara Ltd (ASX: NUH) share price opened 13% higher today after the company announced FDA approval for one of…

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IAG (ASX:IAG) share price takes wild ride on Greensill fears

| Marc Sidarous

The Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX: IAG) share price is on a roller coaster today over Greensill fears.

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Latest broker ASX buy ideas for 2021

| Brendon Lau

There’s a rotation underfoot on the ASX share market, but the latest broker buys could offer clues on which ASX…

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Here's why the First Graphene (ASX:FGR) share price is rebounding today

| Aaron Teboneras

The First Graphene Ltd (ASX: FGR) share price has made a strong comeback today after providing a positive update. Here…

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Brokers raise ratings on these 2 ASX shares this afternoon

| Mitchell Lawler

Here are 2 ASX shares that received an upgrade from brokers this afternoon. We take a look at why and…

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The Creso (ASX:CPH) share price fizzles despite new distribution deal

| Aaron Teboneras

The Creso Pharma Ltd (ASX: CPH) share price has fallen late today after signing a North American sports distribution deal.

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ASM (ASX:ASM) share price in flux after deal with South Korean Government

| Marc Sidarous

The Australian Strategic Materials (ASX: ASM) share price is trending downwards today.

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Why the Duratec (ASX:DUR) share price is up 10% this afternoon

| Brooke Cooper

Duratec Ltd's (ASX: DUR) share price is up after it announced it has executed a letter of intent for a…

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Where next for the A2 Milk (ASX:A2M) share price?

| James Mickleboro

The A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M) share price is down 42% over the last 12 months. Where are a2 Milk's…

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ASX stock of the day: Aquis Entertainment (ASX:AQS) explodes 48% higher

| Sebastian Bowen

The Aquis Entertainment Ltd (ASX:AQS) share price is exploding (again) today, up almost 50%. What on earth is going on…

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How does China really feel about Australian iron ore and coal?

| Gretchen Kennedy

A lot of people are talking about how much iron ore and coal China is buying from Australia during the…

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Splitit (ASX:SPT) share price sinks as trade volumes bounce

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Splitit (ASX:SPT) share price is down, however, volumes have traded above average 3 out of the past 5 days.…

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The De Grey (ASX: DEG) share price lower despite outstanding gold results

| Kerry Sun

The De Grey Mining Ltd (ASX: DEG) share price is flat despite another new significant discovery to add to its…

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Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) and these ASX shares as sells this week. Here's why they are bearish...

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Why the Food Revolution (ASX:FOD) share price rocketed 26% today

| Marc Sidarous

The Food Revolution Group Ltd (ASX: FOD) share price surged 26% today after announcing the launch of its 'all natural…

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Share Fallers

DDH1 (ASX:DDH) share price crashes 26% lower after IPO

| James Mickleboro

The DDH1 Limited (ASX:DDH) share price is crashing after completing its IPO this morning. Here's everything you need to know…

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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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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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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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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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