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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Share Market News

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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Recent Share Market News

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Share Fallers

Nasty drop: Why are Kogan shares down 5% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors got some bad news this morning.

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Share Market News

Why is the REA share price higher on Monday?

| Susanna Nelson

After an extensive search, a new CEO has been named.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie tips 26% upside for this quality ASX 200 dividend stock

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a year of outsized returns from this quality ASX 200 dividend stock.

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Opinions

Why I think these ASX 300 shares are steals

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have very good outlooks, in my view.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares that I think are buys for both growth and dividends

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks offer everything I’m looking for.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 30% to 50%+

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why analysts think these shares could deliver the goods for investors.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter gives its verdict on Pro Medicus and Telstra shares

| James Mickleboro

What it the broker saying about these popular stocks?

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Share Market News

Which ASX shares are wealthy investors buying in FY26?

| Bronwyn Allen

Which stocks are attracting the 'smart money'?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors sent the ASX 200 into higher uncharted territory today.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Record Highs

Oops, the ASX 200 did it again! Another record high

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 reset its record high for the third time in a week and a slew of stocks and…

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Share Market News

Why Ampol, Baby Bunting, Origin Energy, and South32 shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week positively. But why?

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Broker Notes

What are Ampol shares worth following major acquisition? Macquarie issues verdict

| Bronwyn Allen

Macquarie has amended its 12-month price target on Ampol shares after the company announced a $1.1 billion acquisition.

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Share Fallers

Why Amcor, Centuria Office, Patriot Battery Metals, and WA1 Resources shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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REITs

Macquarie tips 13% upside for this ASX REIT

| Samantha Menzies

The REIT released its FY25 results this week.

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Opinions

2 of the best ASX 200 share results so far during reporting season

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have delivered some of the best reports to date, in my view.

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Share Market News

Top 10 ASX shares being bought by Aussie investors in the new financial year

| Bronwyn Allen

Are other ASX investors seeing the same opportunities as you?

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Share Market News

The best ASX ETFs to buy for the next bull market

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be destined for big things if a new bull market comes.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie recommends buying the dip on this high-yielding ASX 200 share

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects the sold-off ASX 200 dividend share could surge 20% in a year.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market finish the week with a bang? Let's find out.

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Opinions

The Australian stock I'm buying now (it's a steal!)

| Tristan Harrison

This business has an incredibly exciting future.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Computershare shares a buy, hold or sell after its FY25 result?

| Bart Bogacz

Let's find out what the broker has to say.

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Opinions

Why I'd buy these ASX 200 shares after the RBA rate cut

| Tristan Harrison

I’m optimistic about these stocks.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another day, another record high for ASX shares.

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Broker Notes

Will IAG shares rise further after 50% profit surge in FY25? Macquarie delivers verdict

| Bronwyn Allen

IAG reported a 51.3% increase in net profit to $1.36 billion in FY25 and a 19-cent final dividend.

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Broker Notes

What is Macquarie's price target for Evolution Mining shares after its FY25 result?

| Bart Bogacz

Let's find out if the broker sees more upside for this booming mining stock.

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Share Gainers

Why Origin, Pro Medicus, Temple & Webster, and Westpac shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Treasury Wine shares a buy, hold or sell after its FY25 result?

| Samantha Menzies

The Australia-based global wine company delivered its FY25 results on Wednesday.

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Share Fallers

Why Gorilla Gold, NextDC, South32, and Telstra shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Thursday and dropping into the red.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts to new record high as unemployment falls

| Bronwyn Allen

Unemployment fell to 4.2% amid record-high female participation in the labour force last month.

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Broker Notes

Up 234% in 2025, why this small-cap ASX mining stock is tipped for more outsized gains

| Bernd Struben

A top broker expects more outperformance from this fast-rising ASX mining stock. But why?

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Opinions

Up 20% in a month, should you buy or sell Fortescue shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Fortescue shares have risen by almost 20% in just 4 weeks. Should you take profits or stay the course?

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52-Week Highs

Lynas Rare Earths stock is near its 52-week high: Should you buy?

| Aaron Bell

Lets see if there is still room to run.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Another busy day awaits Aussie investors today.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Beach Energy shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie just delivered its verdict on the 12-month outlook for Beach Energy shares.

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Broker Notes

Broker says investors should accumulate these ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what one leading broker is saying about these shares after their results.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a sobering hump day for investors this session.

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