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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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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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Share Market News

US stocks vs. ASX shares in 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

Which market came out on top?

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Share Market News

When could interest rates rise next? It may be sooner than you think

| Cameron England

Experts are increasingly predicting that a move higher for interest rates could come soon as inflation remains persistently high.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy sector leads the market ahead of OPEC+ meeting

| Bronwyn Allen

OPEC+ will meet today to decide whether to maintain its pause on oil production increases.

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Recent Share Market News

Time to sell ASX 200 shares written on a clock.
Broker Notes

6 ASX 200 shares that experts say it's time to sell

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers say it's time to bail out of these ASX 200 stocks.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 pushes higher following RBA interest rate decision

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors will be waiting until 20 May for the RBA’s next interest rate decision.

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Share Gainers

Why Avjennings, Black Cat, Evolution Mining, and SCEE shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session. But why?

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International Stock News

Goldman Sachs lowers S&P 500 Index forecast 2nd time this month

| Zach Bristow

Tariffs and US recession concerns continue to weigh in hard.

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Broker Notes

5 ASX 200 shares just upgraded to 'strong buy' ratings

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers say these 5 stocks will rise in value over the next 12 months.

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Share Market News

Top broker reveals new ratings and price targets on ASX 200 bank shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Macquarie has released a note on ASX 200 bank shares, and there's one common thread among them.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie says these top ASX 200 shares could rise 10% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

Here's why the broker is urging investors to buy these shares.

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Resources Shares

3 reasons why the Rio Tinto share price could be a buy

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into why I like this ASX mining share.

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Broker Notes

Should I buy or sell Westpac shares in April?

| James Mickleboro

A leading broker has given its verdict on Australia's oldest bank. Here's what it is saying.

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Share Gainers

These were the best-performing ASX 200 shares in March 2025

| James Mickleboro

These shares avoided the market selloff and delivered strong returns for their shareholders.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A better session is expected for Aussie investors today. Let's find out why.

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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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