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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 5,883 shares of this ASX stock to aim for $1,000 of annual passive income

| Tristan Harrison

I’d pick this stock for its strong dividend record.

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Share Market News

As CBA shares struggle, is BHP set to retake the biggest ASX stock crown?

| Bernd Struben

With BHP shares rallying as CBA shares struggle, the battle for biggest stock on the ASX is back on!

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares? Here's what the latest spending report means for interest rates in 2026

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 dropped 0.3% following the release of the consumer spending report. But why?

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ETFs

This is how I would build a sound ETF portfolio from scratch

| Marc Van Dinther

Aim for broad market exposure, keep it simple and minimize costs.

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Opinions

10 ASX shares I'd buy with $10,000 in 2026 to beat the market

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have strong return potential over the long term.

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Share Market News

With inflation edging lower, here's the latest 2026 interest rate forecast from CBA

| Bernd Struben

Buying ASX shares and pining for interest rate relief? Here’s CBA’s latest 2026 forecast.

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Share Market News

1 move to avoid at all costs if the stock market crashes in 2026

| Leigh Gant

Volatility is inevitable in markets. The real danger comes from how investors respond when fear takes over.

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Best Shares

My 10 top stocks to buy to start the New Year off right

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these ten stocks are primed for 2026.

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Recent Share Market News

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Share Gainers

Why the Pro Medicus (ASX:PME) share price rocketed 22% higher last month

| James Mickleboro

The Pro Medicus Limited (ASX:PME) share price was a strong performer in October and rocketed 22% higher. Here's why...

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Share Market News

RBA taps bank partners for crypto Australian dollar project

| Tony Yoo

Digital Australian dollar research steps up to the next level with major banks collaborating on a wholesale Etherium solution.

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Share Market News

Which small cap ASX shares were the best performers in October?

| Lina Lim

Why Weebit Nano Ltd (ASX: WBT) and 3 other small cap ASX shares were able to deliver triple digit returns…

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Share Fallers

The Megaport (ASX:MP1) share price sank 16% lower in October: Time to buy?

| James Mickleboro

The Megaport Ltd (ASX:MP1) share price was a poor performer in October and crashed notably lower. Is it time to…

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Share Market News

These were the 5 best performing ASX shares last week

| Daryl Mather

Last week was filled with surprise takeovers and solid first quarter results. Here are the top 5 ASX shares from…

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Share Gainers

3 reasons the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price smashed the market in October

| James Mickleboro

The Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) share price was on fire in October. Here are three reasons its shares smashed the market…

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Share Market News

The Amaysim (ASX:AYS) share price has rocketed up today. Here's why.

| Bernd Struben

The amaysim share price will be one to keep an eye on following its announcement regarding the sale of its…

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Share Market News

6 major events for ASX shares this week

| Daryl Mather

After the takeover surprises of last week, ASX shares could be moved by a range of events during this week,…

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SEEK Share Price
Share Market News

SEEK (ASX:SEK) share price drops 5% after responding to Blue Orca short seller attack

| James Mickleboro

The SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) share price is under pressure today after responding to a short seller attack by Blue Orca...

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Share Market News

The Austal (ASX:ASB) share price has dipped despite positive news

| Aaron Teboneras

The Austal Limited (ASX: ASB) share price has dipped today following the announcement of a completed vessel delivery.

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Share Market News

RED 5 (ASX:RED) share price in focus as gold production nears

| Daryl Mather

The Red 5 share price dropped in early trade today as the award of the process plant contract to MACA…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: ASX 200 has another shocker as US election approaches

| 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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Share Market News

Westpac (ASX:WBC) posts 62% cash earnings decline in FY 2020

| James Mickleboro

The Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) share price will be on watch this morning after posting a sharp decline in its…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Monday...

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Share Market News

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell next week

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing shares on the ASX 200 in October

| James Mickleboro

Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) and Mesoblast limited (ASX:MSB) shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200…

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing shares on the ASX 200 in October

| James Mickleboro

Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) and Link Administration Holdings Ltd (ASX:LNK) shares were among the best performers on the ASX 200…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 next week

| James Mickleboro

SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 next week...

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Share Market News

How La Nina will create unexpected ASX stock winners and losers

| Brendon Lau

The La Nina weather phenomenon will create several winners on the S&P/ASX 200 Index (Index:^AXJO). Some of these ASX stocks…

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing shares on the ASX 200 last week

| James Mickleboro

Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX:CTD) and Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200…

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing shares on the ASX 200 last week

| James Mickleboro

AMP Limited (ASX:AMP) and Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) shares were among the best performers on the ASX 200 last week...

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Share Market News

Why the Unibail (ASX:URW) share price gained 5% today

| Bernd Struben

The Unibail Rodamco Westfield (ASX:URW) share price was up today after an update on the company's contested capital raising plan.

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Share Market News

How the Saracen (ASX:SAR) share price stoked Kerry Stokes' multi-billion dollar wealth

| Bernd Struben

The Saracen Mineral share price has increased almost twice as much as the price of gold over the past 12…

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Share Market News

The Mosaic (ASX:MOZ) share price comes alive, up 5%

| Daryl Mather

The fashion retailer has announced the closure of 250 stores and seen the Mosaic share price rise by more than…

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Share Market News

ASX company exec faces 10 years' jail for insider trading

| Tony Yoo

The general manager allegedly sold off his shares before a 40% dive in price.

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Share Market News

Why the Zoono (ASX:ZNO) share price surged 7% this week

| Aaron Teboneras

The Zoono Group Ltd (ASX: ZNO) share price has surged over 7% this week, highlighting positive investor sentiment. Here's why...

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Share Market News

ASX 200 ends down 0.6%, AMP (ASX:AMP) share price jumps 20%

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) ended 0.6% lower today. A star performer was the AMP Limited (ASX:AMP) share price which…

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Share Fallers

Why the Carsales (ASX:CAR) share price dropped 4% today

| James Mickleboro

The Carsales.Com Ltd (ASX:CAR) share price took a tumble on the day of its annual general meeting. Here's what you…

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Share Market News

Here's why ASX cannabis shares are falling today

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why Cann Group Ltd (ASX: CAN) and other ASX cannabis shares are giving investors a headache today. It's got…

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Share Market News

RBA will cut rates Tuesday, say 67% of experts

| Tony Yoo

Will a rate cut influence the ASX or will the share market influence a rate cut?

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Share Fallers

Why the Medical Developments International (ASX:MVP) share price is tumbling lower

| James Mickleboro

The Medical Developments International Ltd (ASX:MVP) share price is tumbling lower on Friday after releasing an update on a licensing…

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Share Market News

Investors rejoice as AMP (ASX:AMP) share price rockets 20% on takeover

| Daryl Mather

A takeover update has today inspired a 20% leap in the AMP share price. However, word from AMP indicates this…

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Growth Shares

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and these ASX shares as buys this week. Here's why they are bullish on…

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Share Market News

Why Western Areas (ASX:WSA) share price is falling off a cliff today

| Aaron Teboneras

Western Areas Ltd (ASX: WSA) has revised its FY21 guidance, sending shares in the nickel miner plummeting 17.74% to $1.92.

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Share Market News

5 ASX 200 broker updates after quarterly earnings season

| Lina Lim

Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) and Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL) are among 5 ASX 200 shares to receive broker updates…

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Share Gainers

Nutritional Growth Solutions (ASX:NGS) share price rockets 90% higher after its IPO

| James Mickleboro

The Nutritional Growth Solutions Ltd (ASX:NGS) share price is rocketing higher on Friday after completing its IPO...

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Share Market News

It's not just Aussie Millennials driving the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price to new records

| Bernd Struben

Afterpay's share price hit a fresh record high on Wednesday. But it's more than just Aussie Millennials driving investor demand.

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: iCar Asia (ASX:ICQ) share price explodes on takeover offer

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why the iCar Asia Ltd (ASX: ICQ) share price is rocketing today. Hint: it has something to do with…

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Share Market News

Why the Credit Clear (ASX:CCR) share price is up 125% in 3 days

| Lina Lim

The Credit Clear Pty Ltd (ASX: CCR) share price has run 125% following its IPO this week. We take a…

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