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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 you should think long-term when investing

| Kate O'Brien

Putting money away into a savings account means gains are guaranteed. But it can also mean investment returns are minimised.

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The Singular Health (ASX:SHG) share price launched 27% higher today

| Mitchell Lawler

The Singular Health Group Ltd (ASX: SHG) share price rocketed 27% higher today, but with no news out we cover…

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What on earth happened with the Payright (ASX:PYR) share price today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The Payright (ASX: PYR) share price had a strange day today, rising more than 10% at one point... for no…

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NEXTDC (ASX:NXT) share price on watch after strong half and guidance upgrade

| James Mickleboro

The NEXTDC Ltd (ASX:NXT) share price could be on the move tomorrow after delivering a strong half year result and…

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Why the Autosports (ASX:ASG) share price tumbled 7% today

| Mitchell Lawler

The Autosports Group Ltd (ASX: ASG) share price closed 7% down today after the car retailer announced its half-year results.

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Allegra (ASX:AMT) share price lifts 6% after reporting loss

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Allegra (ASX: AMT) share price jumped up 6.45% today after the company released its half-yearly results. Here are the…

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Catapult (ASX:CAT) share price in focus following half year results

| James Mickleboro

The Catapult Group International Ltd (ASX:CAT) share price will be one to watch on Thursday following the release of its…

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What did the Japara (ASX:JHC) share price do after a big HY21 profit plunge?

| Tristan Harrison

The Japara Healthcare Ltd (ASX:JHC) share price was on watch today after reporting a large profit decline due to COVID-19.

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Here's why the Resapp (ASX:RAP) share price closed 5% lower

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Resapp (ASX: RAP) share price closed 5% lower today after the company reported a loss in first-half FY21 results.…

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Why is the Betmakers (ASX: BET) share price down 5.4%?

| Tony Yoo

The wagering business' stocks have grown handsomely the past few months. Is the party over for the ASX darling?

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Here's why the Clearview Wealth (ASX:CVW) share price rose 3% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Clearview Wealth Ltd (ASX: CVW) share price has reacted well to the company's earnings report today. Here are the…

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Woolworths (ASX:WOW) to move forward with Endeavour demerger

| Marc Sidarous

Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) announced today that it would continue with the demerger of its liquor arm at the…

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The Fortescue (ASX:FMG) share price is up 13% in February, time to buy?

| Tristan Harrison

The Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX:FMG) share price has gone up 13% in February 2021. Is it time to buy…

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Why the Decmil (ASX:DCG) share price jumped 9% today

| James Mickleboro

The Decmil Group Limited (ASX:DCG) share price was on form and jumped 9% higher on Wednesday. Here's why investors were…

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The Thomson (ASX:TMZ) share price jumped 9% higher today after its latest announcement

| Aaron Teboneras

The Thomson Resources Ltd (ASX: TMZ) share price finished higher after providing an updated sale agreement of the Webbs and…

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BARD1 (ASX:BD1) share price plummets 15% on legal proceedings

| Mitchell Lawler

The BARD1 (ASX: BD1) share price took a major hit today after the company announced legal proceedings are being brought…

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Over The Wire (ASX:OTW) share price rockets after earnings, dividend boost

| Tony Yoo

Brisbane technology company wows the ASX with its growth prospects. Check out what spurred them on during the year of…

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Up 61% in 2021, why the Race Oncology (ASX:RAC) share price is marching higher again

| Bernd Struben

The Race Oncology (ASX:RAC) share price marched higher today and is now up more than 60% in 2021. We look…

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Aussie investors are now buying more Bitcoin than gold

| Sebastian Bowen

A new report suggests Aussie investors are now buying bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies more than precious metals like gold or…

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Why is the Paradigm (ASX:PAR) share price climbing today?

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Paradigm (ASX: PAR) share price is up 2.8% after the company reported a loss in its first-half FY21 earnings.…

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Why the Retail Food (ASX:RFG) share price is 5% higher

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Retail Food Group Limited (ASX: RFG) share price is up more than 5.5% today. At the time of writing,…

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Why the Anteris Technologies (ASX:AVR) share price soared 23% today

| Marc Sidarous

The Anteris Technologies Ltd (ASX: AVR) share price rose an incredible 23% today after an online investor presentation yesterday.

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The Cosol (ASX:COS) share price jumped 8% today. Here's why

| Aaron Teboneras

The Cosol (ASX:COS) share price advanced during today's trade following the company's release of its half-year results. Here are the…

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Why is the Telstra (ASX:TLS) share price falling today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) share price is continuing to fall today. Why are investors getting cold feet over this…

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Why the Home Consortium (ASX:HMC) share price is falling today

| Kerry Sun

The Home Consortium (ASX: HMC) share price is 4% lower despite the company outperforming its REIT peers and delivering a…

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Here's why the Vocus (ASX:VOC) share price is pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC) share price is pushing higher on Wednesday following the release of its half year results...

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Here's why the Venturex Resources (ASX:VXR) share price has rocketed 233%

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Venturex share price is on fire today booming up 233% following a capital placement announcement. Here are the details.

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The IOUpay (ASX:IOU) share price is skyrocketing 30% today

| Mitchell Lawler

The IOUpay Ltd (ASX: IOU) share price has skyrocketed this afternoon with no news out from the company. We take…

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Credit Intelligence (ASX:CI1) share price takes a 19% nosedive

| Kerry Sun

The Credit Intelligence (ASX:CI1) share price is up 100% year-to-date, but slumped 19% today on half-year results

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named Bank of Queensland Limited (ASX:BOQ) and these ASX shares as buys. Here's why they are bullish…

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Why the Wiseway (ASX:WWG) share price is storming 50% higher

| Bernd Struben

The Wiseway (ASX:WWG) share price is storming higher today, up more than 50% in afternoon trading. We take a look…

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The Calix (ASX:CXL) share price rips 13% higher on revenue growth

| Kerry Sun

The Calix Ltd (ASX: CXL) share price has surged 13% higher today on the back of its renewable and green…

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Why the Intega (ASX:ITG) share price is zooming 15% higher

| Aaron Teboneras

The Intega (ASX: ITG) share price is zooming 15% higher following the release of the company's half-year results. Here are…

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Think Childcare (ASX:TNK) share price soars, beats FY20 guidance

| Tristan Harrison

The Think Childcare Ltd (ASX:TNK) share price has gone up 7% in reaction to its FY20 result which was released…

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Why the Mayne Pharma (ASX:MYX) share price is dropping 5% today

| Mitchell Lawler

The Mayne Pharma Group Ltd (ASX: MYX) share price is slouching today after the pharmaceutical company announced its half-year results.

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Why the Viva Energy (ASX:VEA) share price is up 5% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Viva Energy (ASX: VEA) share price is responding happily to the company's earnings report for 2020 released this morning.

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ASX cheats offered immunity… with one catch

| Tony Yoo

Inside traders and share market manipulators can now be shielded from jail sentences. But here's what they have to do.

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Here's why the SeaLink (ASX:SLK) share price is shooting 17% higher

| James Mickleboro

The SeaLink Travel Group Ltd (ASX:SLK) share price is shooting higher on Wednesday following the release of an impressive half…

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Clinuvel (ASX:CUV) share price down despite recording 10th consecutive net profit

| Nikhil Gangaram

Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: CUV) announced its tenth consecutive half-year profit today.  Despite this news, at the time of writing,…

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Why the AMA Group (ASX:AMA) share price has crashed 7% today

| Marc Sidarous

AMA Group Ltd (ASX: AMA) shares have plunged today following the release of the smash repairer's half-yearly results for FY21.…

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