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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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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guzman y Gomez shares tumble to all-time low: Is there any upside ahead?

| Samantha Menzies

The retailer's financial results shattered investor confidence this year.

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Opinions

2 great ASX 200 blue-chip shares I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have a lot of potential to grow.

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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

A better session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Broker Notes

What's the upside for QBE shares after a rocky 2 months?

| Aaron Bell

Are QBE shares a buy, hold or sell according to Bell Potter?

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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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Share Market News

Why did the ASX 200 dive to a near six-month low last week?

| Bronwyn Allen

The consumer staples sector came out on top during a volatile week in which the ASX 200 plunged 2.52%.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 25% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

These shares are being tipped by analysts to rise very strongly from current levels.

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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie predict for Sonic Healthcare shares?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie has released its latest forecast for Sonic Healthcare shares.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares to buy and hold for the next decade

| Tristan Harrison

I’m backing these investments to deliver big returns in the coming years…

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Best Shares

The best Australian stock you've never heard of

| Sebastian Bowen

This is a hidden gem that pays a monthly dividend.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a terrible end to the trading week this Friday.

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Share Market News

Moody's upgrades Bendigo and Adelaide Bank credit rating: what investors need to know

| Laura Stewart

Moody’s upgraded Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s long-term issuer credit rating, highlighting strong asset quality and funding profile.

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Share Market News

Genesis Minerals signs key rail deals to unlock Tower Hill mine

| Laura Stewart

Genesis Minerals has signed major rail agreements to enable development of the Tower Hill open pit gold mine, targeting first…

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Opinions

I'm thrilled I bought Soul Patts shares 2 years ago. Would I buy them today?

| Sebastian Bowen

This dividend champion is down 18% from its peak.

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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 Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks storming higher in this week's sinking market

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX 200 stocks leaping higher this week despite the slumping market. Let’s see 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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Share Gainers

Why Gentrack, Kogan, Webjet, and WiseTech shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market selloff on Friday.

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Share Fallers

Why Accent, DroneShield, Lovisa, and Pilbara Minerals shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Technology Shares

Why are ASX 200 tech stocks getting smashed on Friday?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are punishing ASX 200 tech stocks today. But why?

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate a2 Milk shares a buy, hold, or sell?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this high-flyer.

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Share Market News

Sims holds AGM following a strong FY25 earnings report

| Laura Stewart

Sims' FY25 result was aided by strong metals and data centre demand.

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Share Market News

Lovisa holds AGM; provides a positive trading update

| Laura Stewart

For the first 20 weeks of FY26, Lovisa’s global total sales jumped 26% compared to the same period last year

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Opinions

3 ASX 200 shares that could be top buys for growth

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be some of the best buys right now for Australians…

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I'd buy with $20,000 today

| Samantha Menzies

All these shares have a great potential upside ahead.

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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 finish to the week for Aussie investors.

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Opinions

3 ASX 200 shares I'm avoiding next week

| Samantha Menzies

Keep an eye out for these shares.

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Broker Notes

Up 26% in 2 weeks, here's Macquarie's upgraded price target for this resurgent ASX 300 stock

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie just boosted its price target for this rebounding ASX 300 stock. Let’s see why.

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Broker Notes

Which ASX lithium share is the 'highest quality lithium miner on the ASX'?

| Bronwyn Allen

This miner pleased the market with its September quarter results and is benefiting from rising lithium prices.

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Share Market News

The best ASX ETFs to buy for global investing in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Want to invest in the best? Here are three funds to check out.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors got a big reprieve this Thursday.

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Share Market News

What I'd buy if I had to invest $20,000 in ASX 200 shares before the weekend

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these would be good picks for investors with money to put in the market.

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Broker Notes

Morgans just upgraded these ASX 200 shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker turned positive on these stocks this month.

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Share Market News

Macquarie says this ASX 200 stock can rise 150%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stock the broker is tipping to deliver huge returns for investors.

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Share Market News

Charter Hall upgrades FY26 earnings guidance amid strong property momentum

| Laura Stewart

Charter Hall upgraded its FY26 earnings guidance thanks to stronger investment and funds inflows.

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52-Week Highs

2 ASX 200 mining stocks smashing new 52-week highs on Thursday

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent these two ASX 200 mining stocks rocketing to one-year-plus highs. But why?

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this fast-rising ASX 200 dividend stock to keep outperforming in 2026

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects another year of strong outperformance from this ASX 200 dividend stock.

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, GQG Partners, Origin Energy, and Worley shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are missing out on the good times on Thursday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Meeka, Nufarm, SKS, and TechnologyOne shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. Let's find out why.

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