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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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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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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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Share Gainers

Aristocrat (ASX:ALL) share price surges as it finds a sweet spot

| Brendon Lau

The Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL) share price is outperforming the market today as it finds a sweet spot between…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the IOUpay (ASX:IOU) share price is pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

The IOUpay Ltd (ASX:IOU) share price is pushing higher on Monday after announcing two new key appointments to its executive…

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Why the Jupiter Mines (ASX:JMS) share price tanked over 7% today

| Marc Sidarous

Jupiter Mines Ltd (ASX: JMS) share price was down a whopping 7% today before recovering. The negative movement after the…

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ASX 200 up 1.6%: Appen rebounds, ALS acquires Investiga, Woolworths upgraded

| James Mickleboro

Appen Limited (ASX:APX) and Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX:WOW) shares are making waves on the ASX 200 on Monday. Here's why...

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Share Market News

What's with the Laybuy (ASX:LBY) share price today?

| Aaron Teboneras

The Laybuy Holdings Ltd (ASX: LBY) share price seesawing today after providing the market an update on its performance. Here's…

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Share Gainers

Why the Woodside (ASX:WPL) share price is climbing today

| Ken Hall

Why the Woodside Petroleum Ltd (ASX: WPL) share price has jumped higher on Monday morning as the S&P/ASX 200 Index…

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Share Gainers

Why Afterpay, Alkane, ALS, & Woodside shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) are two of four ASX shares storming notably higher on Monday...

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Share Market News

Here's why Biden's stimulus is pushing the ASX 200 higher today

| Sebastian Bowen

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) is jumping this morning thanks to the passage of a new US stimulus package. Here…

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Why this new app has brokers excited for the Afterpay (ASX: APT) share price

| Kerry Sun

While the Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) share price has gone south in recent weeks, brokers are excited for its new…

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Top broker tips Coles (ASX:COL) share price to climb 30% higher

| James Mickleboro

The Coles Group Ltd (ASX:COL) share price could be going 30% higher from here according to one leading broker. Here's…

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Share Market News

This unexpected second COVID boom will lift these ASX shares in 2021

| Brendon Lau

Some ASX shares could benefit from a second post-COVID-19 boom, according to Jarden who is predicting a COVID baby boom…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Recce (ASX:RCE) share price is racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why the Recce Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX:RCE) share price is pushing higher on Monday morning...

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Share Fallers

The worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| Kerry Sun

Last week was a rollercoaster ride for ASX 200 shares, especially in tech and growth sectors. Here are the biggest…

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Share Market News

Why the K2fly (ASX:K2F) share price will be on watch today

| Aaron Teboneras

The K2fly Ltd (ASX: K2F) share price will be on watch this morning following a new contract signing. Here is…

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Share Market News

International Women's Day: Which ASX companies are fighting gender inequality?

| Brooke Cooper

On International Women's Day 2021, we're diving deep to look at gender bias within companies listed on the Australian Stock…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Nuix (ASX:NXL) share price is storming 5% higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Nuix Ltd (ASX:NXL) share price is storming higher on Monday after it responded to recent media coverage...

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Share Gainers

Why the Douugh (ASX:DOU) share price is jumping 12% today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why the Douugh Ltd (ASX:DOU) share price is pushing higher on Monday morning...

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Share Gainers

Why the ALS (ASX:ALQ) share price is surging over 6% higher today

| James Mickleboro

The ALS Ltd (ASX:ALQ) share price is charging higher today after announcing a new acquisition and releasing a trading update...

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Share Market News

The Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price is down 34% in less than a month

| Aaron Teboneras

The Zip Co Ltd (ASX: Z1P) share price has taken a beating in the past few weeks. We look at…

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5 ASX shares to buy in a market crash

| Tony Yoo

What were stocks the experts wanted to buy for a bargain, and are they actually cheap now that the stock…

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Share Market News

Why the Omni Bridgeway (ASX:OBL) share price is one to watch

| Ken Hall

The Omni Bridgeway Ltd (ASX OBL) share price is one to watch after the litigation funder's latest ASX announcement this…

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Share Gainers

Why the Nine (ASX:NEC) share price is up 26% in 2021

| Ken Hall

The Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd (ASX NEC) share price has been surging higher in 2021 and is a top…

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52-Week Lows

Why the Resolute Mining (ASX:RSG) share price is at a 52-week low

| Ken Hall

The Resolute Mining Limited (ASX: RSG) share price is under pressure in 2021 as gold prices have fallen and investors…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: ASX finishes higher, despite tech selloff

| Sebastian Bowen

Here on our ASX 200 Foolish Weekly Wrap, we look at the things that moved the S&P/ASX 200 Index and…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Monday. Here's what…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M) and these ASX shares as buys for next week. Here's why…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Do the highest yielding dividend shares offer the best passive incomes?

| Peter Stephens

Checking the affordability and growth opportunities of passive incomes provided by the highest yielding dividend shares could be a good…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell next week

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Morgan Stanley reveals some investment trends to watch in 2021

| Tristan Harrison

Global investment bank Morgan Stanley has revealed some investment trends that investors should keep their eyes on in 2021.

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Share Market News

How Dicker Data (ASX:DDR) shares have made millionaires

| James Mickleboro

A $25,000 investment in Dicker Data Ltd (ASX:DDR) shares 10 years ago would have made you a millionaire today. Here's…

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Australia and New Zealand Banking GrpLtd (ASX:ANZ) and BlueScope Steel Limited (ASX:BSL) were among the best performers on the ASX…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 steps I'd take to find top dividend shares to buy in March and beyond

| Peter Stephens

Searching for dividend shares with solid track records of shareholder payouts, defensive appeal and sound growth strategies could be a…

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

IDP Education Ltd (ASX:IEL) and Gold Road Resources Ltd (ASX:GOR) shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200…

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Should you buy ASX shares in this volatility? Here's Morgan Stanley's view

| Tristan Harrison

Morgan Stanley has shared a view on whether investors should be buying this share market dip. The answer from the…

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Share Market News

Why the Murray River Group (ASX:MRG) share price lifted today

| Marc Sidarous

Murray River Organics Pty Ltd (ASX: MRG) share price was up over 3% at close of trade Friday. The food…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 drops again, Zip sinks, Worley wins

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) has dropped again today. Horticultural business Costa Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:CGC) announced another acquisition.

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Share Market News

Here's why the Nickel Mines (ASX:NIC) share price spiked 7% this afternoon

| Bernd Struben

The Nickel Mines (ASX: NIC) share price spiked 7% higher just before 2pm today. We look at what moved the…

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Why these 3 ASX mining shares are crashing today

| Marc Sidarous

Shares in these ASX mining companies are all down today. A major slide in the price of nickel over recent…

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Share Market News

Chalice Mining (ASX:CHN) share price tanks 11% in 2 days

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Chalice Mining (ASX:CHN) share price has taken an 11% whack over the past two days. Here's some of the…

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Share Market News

Why ASX uranium shares could run even hotter in 2021

| Bernd Struben

These ASX uranium shares have posted massive gains over the past year, with strong runs into 2021. But they could…

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