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Share Market News

ASX 200 turbulent following the RBA interest rate decision

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors will need to accept plenty of uncertainty on the outlook for interest rates in 2026.

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 has taken a breather. Here's what usually happens next

| Leigh Gant

A soft patch reveals the market catching its breath rather than shifting course.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 vs US stocks: Where the next decade of big winners may come from

| Leigh Gant

The ASX 200 or the US? Strong cases exist for both, but disciplined diversification often wins over decades.

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Share Market News

What Australia's shocking inflation print means for ASX 200 investors and interest rates

| Bernd Struben

The RBA is facing an uphill inflation battle. Will the bank’s next move be to raise interest rates?

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Share Market News

Does the AI revolution justify today's high ASX 200 valuation?

| Bronwyn Allen

Blackwattle Investment Partners says the ASX 200 has a P/E ratio of 21x compared to a 10-year average of 16x.

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares and hoping for interest rate relief? Here's what the RBA minutes reveal

| Bernd Struben

The RBA kept interest rates on hold in November. What can ASX investors expect now?

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Share Market News

Is the ASX 200 setting up for a market crash?

| Leigh Gant

Red screens spark fear, but the bigger picture and history tells investors to look beyond the moment.

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Communication Shares

Why these experts think Telstra has a place in your portfolio

| Cameron England

Telstra's dominant market position and disciplined execution mean it's an attractive share to own, a broker says.

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Recent Share Market News

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Opinions

Why I think these 2 underrated ASX shares are steals

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are trading too cheaply, in my view.

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Share Market News

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| Motley Fool Staff

The Motley Fool is seeking early-stage investors to support development of this behaviour-changing technology

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a horrid day for investors this Monday...

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Share Market News

Why Catalyst Metals, KMD, Orora, and SCEE shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market selloff. Here's what is happening.

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Share Fallers

Why Adriatic Metals, Pilbara Minerals, Rio Tinto, and Zip shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week deep in the red. But why?

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Technology Shares

Wisetech announces key appointment as shares rebound from 52-week low

| Sebastian Bowen

Has WiseTech finally turned a corner?

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Opinions

Why I think these ASX 200 stocks are great for Aussies in their 60s

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could provide what retiring Aussies are looking for…

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Share Market News

Will ASX 200 investors get an RBA interest rate cut tomorrow?

| Bernd Struben

Are markets mispricing the odds of an RBA interest rate cut tomorrow?

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 down by so much today?

| Bernd Struben

It’s a sea of red on the ASX 200 today. But why?

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Up 70% this year, Domain share price wobbles on CoStar takeover update

| Bernd Struben

Domain released an update on CoStar’s $2.8 billion takeover bid.

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Broker Notes

Why Qantas shares could be a top buy in April

| James Mickleboro

What are analysts saying about the Flying Kangaroo?

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Opinions

Would Warren Buffett invest in this impressive $10 billion ASX 200 share?

| Tristan Harrison

Would the Sage from Omaha want to buy this business?

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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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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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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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Opinions

Why I made this ASX share the biggest position in my portfolio

| Tristan Harrison

This stock offers virtually everything that I want from an investment.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 financial shares lead the market amid Federal Budget and election call

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX financial shares led the 11 market sectors last week with a 2.55% gain.

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Opinions

Should I buy Brickworks or Soul Patts shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Both of these stocks offer a two-for-one deal.

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Share Market News

Falling interest rates: The winners and losers

| Laura Stewart

How well is your portfolio positioned for rate cuts?

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Retail Shares

What to expect from Wesfarmers in the next 5 years

| Tristan Harrison

Wesfarmers has made significant progress. What’s next?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy end to the trading week for ASX investors today.

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ETFs

VanEck Global Defence ETF up 31% since November as defence spending ramps up

| Sebastian Bowen

As most investors would be aware, it's been a rough few months for the stock market. Since the start of…

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Share Gainers

Why A2 Milk, Orthocell, QBE, and Ramelius shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong finish to the week. But why?

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Gold

ASX gold shares rally on another fresh record for the gold price

| Sebastian Bowen

This corner of the market is dominating today.

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Share Fallers

Why Block, Corporate Travel, Incitec Pivot, and Pro Medicus shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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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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52-Week Lows

Guess which ASX 200 stock is sinking to a new 52-week low today following an update

| James Mickleboro

This stock is having a poor finish to the week. But why are investors hitting the sell button?

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Broker Notes

Wesfarmers shares in focus: 3 key takeaways from Bunnings investor day

| James Mickleboro

Here's what you need to know about the main event this week.

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Share Market News

3 smart ASX shares to buy and hold for the next decade

| James Mickleboro

Here are three shares that could be top picks according to analysts.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week on a high? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was an unhappy Thursday for ASX investors.

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Opinions

Pro Medicus shares drop 7%: falling knife or buying opportunity?

| Tristan Harrison

The healthcare tech company has had a painful March.

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Share Fallers

Why Domain, Mesoblast, Pro Medicus, and Tuas shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on Thursday. But why?

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Technology Shares

Up 38% in 2025, why this ASX 200 tech stock could surge another 39%!

| Bernd Struben

A top broker expects more strong outperformance from this surging ASX 200 tech stock.

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Share Gainers

Why Core Lithium, Healius, Neuren, and Reject Shop shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market weakness on Thursday. But why?

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Gold

Up 50% in a month, why is this ASX All Ords gold stock surging again on Thursday?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords gold miner is surging on Thursday even as the market sinks. But why?

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Share Market News

Core Lithium shares race 5% higher on big news

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited on Thursday? Let's find out.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX stock is up 100%+ on takeover deal

| James Mickleboro

This share is catching the eye on Thursday. Let's see what is happening.

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Share Market News

Is this the best ASX sector to invest in for 2025?

| Steve Holland

For many ASX investors, 2025 hasn’t been a great year so far. But one sector is shining bright.

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