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Broker Notes

7 ASX retail shares to buy as Aussies start spending again: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported a 'retail sales surge' in June with 1.2% higher turnover.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie just raised its price target for Rio Tinto shares

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie offers its verdict on Rio-Tinto shares following the half-year results.

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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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Share Fallers

Why Antipa Minerals, DroneShield, Star, and Syrah shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Capstone Copper, Flight Centre, ResMed, and SKS shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week with a bang. But why?

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Broker Notes

Are Mineral Resources shares a buy or a sell according to Macquarie?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this mining giant.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 falls as US finalises tariffs set to begin next week

| Bronwyn Allen

The newly finalised US reciprocal tariffs will come into effect on 7 August.

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Materials Shares

Why is this ASX mining stock crashing 25% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are hitting the sell button on Friday.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie still rate Monash IVF shares a buy?

| Laura Stewart

Monash IVF shares have had a controversial start to 2025.

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in July

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares smashed the market last month.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

After crashing 50% are these the best ASX 200 stocks to buy now?

| Aaron Bell

Are these struggling shares buy low candidates?

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Opinions

Why the Magnificent Seven 'is becoming an irrelevant concept': expert

| Bronwyn Allen

The US Magnificent 7 has lost significance, says Betashares investment strategist, Cameron Gleeson.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors pulled back from the market's record highs this Thursday.

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Broker Notes

This ASX 200 gold stock could shine bright, says top broker

| Bart Bogacz

Poised to soar?

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Resources Shares

3 ASX mining shares to sell today: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

These iron ore, coal, and lithium miners have attracted sell ratings from brokers.

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Bank Shares

Investing in ASX 200 banks: Which macroeconomic variables matter according to Macquarie

| Samantha Menzies

The majority of absolute bank performance can be explained by four key factors.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie forecasts 40% upside for this ASX mining stock

| Bart Bogacz

Ready to rock.

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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, EOS, Larvotto, and Life360 shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Beach Energy, Cettire, Flight Centre, and Pilbara Minerals shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Energy Shares

Why did this $2.7 billion ASX 200 energy share just crash 11%?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are fleeing the ASX 200 energy stock today. But why?

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 12% to 60%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think investors should be buying these shares while they are cheap.

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Share Market News

Buffett's favourite indicator hits all-time highs: Should investors worry?

| Leigh Gant

Buffett’s go-to valuation gauge just hit unprecedented levels.

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Healthcare Shares

Macquarie predicts 86% upside for this ASX 200 healthcare stock

| Laura Stewart

Shares could almost double over the next 12 months, according to the broker.

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52-Week Lows

The Guzman Y Gomez share price hit a 52-week low this week. Is it a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Has this stock lost its spice or is it set to rebound?

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Broker Notes

Should you buy Qantas shares before reporting season? Here's what Macquarie recommends

| Bernd Struben

We look at Macquarie’s expectations for the surging Qantas share price in FY 2026.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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Opinions

Which ASX sector offers the best value heading into earnings season?

| Tristan Harrison

I think one sector is particularly compelling.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was one for the history books today.

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Blue Chip Shares

4 ASX 200 blue-chip shares to hold but not buy: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

These blue-chips are worth holding if you already own them, but are too expensive for new investors to buy.

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Broker Notes

Are Brickworks shares a buy, hold or sell ahead of earnings season?

| Kevin Gandiya

Brokers have been weighing property gains, US headwinds, and merger impacts to form a view.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Record Highs

The ASX 200 just hit a new record high. Here's why.

| Sebastian Bowen

The prospect of lower interest rates is pushing the market into new territory.

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Share Fallers

Why Appen, Emerald Resources, IGO, and Strike Energy shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Boss Energy, DroneShield, Pilbara Minerals, and Polynovo shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. But why?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts off as inflation data spurs hope for RBA interest rate cuts

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are celebrating the latest inflation reading. But why?

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Broker Notes

Buy these 2 ASX consumer stocks in the dip: expert

| Laura Stewart

Can you guess which 2 were named?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local share market today.

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Gold

Why Macquarie expects this ASX 200 gold stock to surge 55%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a big rebound ahead for this beaten down ASX 200 gold miner.

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Share Market News

Aussie investors increase ASX shares and sell investment properties

| Bronwyn Allen

More Australian investors are receiving dividend income each year, new tax data shows.

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