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The Motley Fool will keep you up to date with all the latest Australian share market news. Get news, commentary and perspectives on the Australian and International stock markets 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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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

The ASX 200 is back over 9,000 points! It's thanks to just 2 ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

These two stocks have been driving the whole market...

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3 ASX shares growing the dividend rapidly

| Tristan Harrison

Here are 3 ASX shares, including Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) that are growing their dividends rapidly, much quicker than inflation.

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Share Gainers

2 ASX 200 healthcare shares that outperformed in November 

| Lina Lim

ASX 200 healthcare shares finished flat for November, but there were a few sector players that shrugged off the weakness…

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CBA (ASX:CBA) hauled to court over rip-off accusations

| Tony Yoo

The ghosts of the finance industry Royal Commission come to haunt the big bank, as the corporate watchdog starts legal…

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Share Fallers

Adore Beauty (ASX:ABY) share price lower despite upgrading guidance

| James Mickleboro

The Adore Beauty Group Ltd (ASX:ABY) share price is dropping lower on Tuesday despite upgrading its guidance this morning...

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ASX shares looking awesome for next year: economist

| Tony Yoo

While the Australian dollar will hit 80 US cents! Check out the reasons why.

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Sky Network (ASX:SKT) share price falls following significant board change

| Aaron Teboneras

The Sky Network Television Ltd (ASX: SKT) share price is falling lower today after announcing a replacement for its chief…

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Share Gainers

Collins Foods (ASX:CKF) share price jumps 7% on strong half year result

| James Mickleboro

The Collins Foods Ltd (ASX:CKF) share price is racing higher after the release of a strong half year result by…

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Share Gainers

Why the Telstra (ASX:TLS) share price stormed 14.5% higher in November

| James Mickleboro

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) share price was a strong performer in November. Here's why it jumped 14.5% higher during…

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Share Gainers

Which ASX travel shares performed the best in November? 

| Lina Lim

On the back of vaccine hopes and reopening borders, which ASX travel shares performed the best in November? We take…

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Leading broker upgrades Domino's (ASX:DMP) share price to conviction buy rating

| James Mickleboro

The Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX:DMP) share price could be heading higher from here according to one leading broker...

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Share Gainers

These small cap ASX shares delivered more than 100% returns in November

| Lina Lim

Here are the best performing small cap ASX shares across the mining and biotech sectors that more than doubled in…

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Santos (ASX:STO) share price on watch after guidance upgrade

| James Mickleboro

The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price will be on watch today after upgrading its production guidance and lowering its costs…

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Technology Shares

Here are the best performing ASX tech shares in November

| Lina Lim

ASX tech shares struggled in November despite the general market heading higher. Here are the hidden gems that outperformed last…

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares in November

| James Mickleboro

Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX:DMP) and NEXTDC Ltd (ASX:NXT) shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200 in…

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in November

| James Mickleboro

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield CDI (ASX:URW) and Webjet Limited (ASX:WEB) shares were among the best performers on the ASX 200 in November...

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Collins Foods Ltd (ASX:CKF) and Oil Search Ltd (ASX:OSH) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday...

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Macquarie Telecom (ASX:MAQ) share price in focus after investor day update

| James Mickleboro

The Macquarie Telecom Group Ltd (ASX:MAQ) share price will be in focus on Tuesday after the release of its investor…

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Healthia (ASX:HLA) share price on watch after acquisitions update

| James Mickleboro

The Healthia Ltd (ASX:HLA) share price will be on watch on Tuesday after the release of an update on recent…

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Freedom Foods (ASX:FNP) reveals $174.5m loss and $280m capital raising plan

| James Mickleboro

Freedom Foods Group Ltd (ASX:FNP) has just revealed a massive $174.5 million loss for FY 2020 and plans for a…

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Why the Magellan (ASX:MFG) share price dipped lower today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX: MFG) share price is falling today after announcing the appointment of a new non-executive…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Meet the latest ASX stock to come under the takeover spotlight

| Brendon Lau

The WPP Aunz Ltd (ASX: WPP) share price surged to its highest level since the COVID‐19 market meltdown after it…

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ASX 200 drops on Monday

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) fell on Monday. The Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) share price fell further after giving…

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Freedom Foods (ASX:FNP) prepares for return to trading

| Sebastian Bowen

Freedom Foods Group Ltd (ASX: FNP) has been in a trading halt for almost 6 months. Here's the latest from…

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Why the banks are back in the ASX 200 spotlight

| Bernd Struben

Australia's big four banks haven't had the best run, what with royal commissions and global pandemics. But their fortunes could…

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Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) and these ASX shares as buys this week. Here's why they are…

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Why the Dimerix (ASX:DXB) share price is surging 6% higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Dimerix (ASX: DXB) share price is surging higher today after the company announced a second clinical study for its…

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Share Gainers

Why the Bega Cheese (ASX:BGA) share price is rising again today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Bega Cheese Ltd (ASX: BGA) share price is up again today, making it a very good week for this…

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Why the holidays are looking up for Sydney Airport (ASX:SYD) shares

| Bernd Struben

Sydney Airport shares look to be getting a welcome reprieve from domestic borders reopening after lengthy COVID closures.

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ASX stock of the day: WPP Aunz (ASX:WPP) shares surge 30%

| Sebastian Bowen

The WPP Aunz Ltd (ASX: WPP) share price is on fire today, rising more than 30% to 55 cents a…

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Share Gainers

The PolyNovo (ASX:PNV) share price is up 30% in November

| James Mickleboro

The PolyNovo Ltd (ASX:PNV) share price has been on fire in November and is up 30% since the start of…

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Why the Xtek (ASX:XTE) share price is edging higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Xtek Ltd (ASX: XTE) share price is edging higher today following the appointment of new non-executive director, Mr Christopher…

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Here's why the Surefire (ASX:SRN) share price has rocketed up 38% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Surefire Resources NL (ASX:SRN) share price has surged up more than 38% today after announcing a "spectacular" gold discovery.

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Share Gainers

Why the Mach7 (M7T) share price is closing in on a record high today

| James Mickleboro

The Mach7 Technologies Ltd (ASX:M7T) share price is pushing higher on Monday after the release of its AGM update...

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Qantas (ASX:QAN) axes 2,000 jobs

| Tony Yoo

Qantas has decided to outsource ground handling operations, rejecting a bid from the union to keep the positions in-house.

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Why Platinum Asset's healthcare fund doesn't own CSL (ASX:CSL) shares

| Bernd Struben

CSL is the fourth largest company trading on the ASX 200. But Platinum Asset's healthcare fund doesn't own any CSL…

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Report finds Aussies keen to save tax cut money

| Sebastian Bowen

Australians are more keen to save any extra tax dollars than spend them. That's the primary finding of a new…

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Share Fallers

Why Kathmandu, Resolute, Select Harvests, & Treasury Wine Estates are dropping lower

| James Mickleboro

Select Harvests Limited (ASX:SHV) and Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) shares are two of four dropping lower today...

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What Australia's recovery from the COVID recession means for the Santa Rally

| Brendon Lau

Australia is set to officially emerge from a recession on Wednesday. What does this mean for this year's ASX Santa…

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ASX 200 drops 0.5%: Treasury Wine sinks, Zip flat after AGM update, Bega Cheese rises

| James Mickleboro

Bega Cheese Ltd (ASX:BGA) and Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) shares are making waves on the ASX 200 on Monday...

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Why the Myer Foundation aims to achieve 100% ESG investments in 2 years

| Bernd Struben

Economic, social and governance (ESG) investing not only puts your money to work in responsible ways, it can return more…

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