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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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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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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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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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Recent Share Market News

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Share Gainers

Will the Domino's share price continue to surge in August?

| Ken Hall

Is the Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX: DMP) share price a good buy or should you wait for the August…

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Share Gainers

Up 21% in a month, is the Northern Star share price a buy?

| Ken Hall

The Northern Star share price has been climbing and has surged more than 20% in the last month. But what…

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Why the Fortescue share price gained 26% in July and is still running strong

| Bernd Struben

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX: FMG) share price surged 26% in July. And it's up another 5% in August.

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The Galaxy Resources share price surged 41% in July. Here's why.

| Bernd Struben

Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX: GXY) saw its share price soar 41% in July, a painful surge for the many short…

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Alliance Airlines reports 24% increase in profits

| Daryl Mather

Alliance Airlines has reported a jump in profits before tax of 24.1%. This is driven by a diverse business model…

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ELMO Software share price on watch after delivering more strong growth in FY 2020

| James Mickleboro

The ELMO Software Ltd (ASX:ELO) share price will be one to watch on Thursday after the software company delivered further…

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Why I would buy CBA and this ASX dividend share

| James Mickleboro

Here's why I would buy Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and this ASX dividend share for income this week...

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Mirvac Group (ASX:MGR) and ResMed Inc. (ASX:RMD) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday. Here's why...

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Advance NanoTek share price on watch after mixed full year result and outlook

| James Mickleboro

The Advance NanoTek Ltd (ASX:ANO) share price could come under pressure on Thursday after the release of a mixed full…

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Why the Pinnacle Investment share price has rocketed 40% since 1 July

| Bernd Struben

The Pinnacle Investment share price enjoyed a remarkable 29% gain in July. Here's what you need to know.

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ASX 200 drops 0.6%, Telstra sells data centre for $416.7 million

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index dropped 0.6% today. One headline today was that Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) sold a data centre…

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Top broker warns Afterpay and these ASX stocks could disappoint on profit results

| Brendon Lau

Some of the shine may come off the record breaking Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) share price this profit reporting season.

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Here's where Australians are spending – despite the recession

| Kate O'Brien

Retail trade rose 2.7% in June as Aussies continued to spend despite recession. Here are 3 ASX retailers where consumers…

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Share Gainers

Why the Breville share price is up 53% in 2020 and hit a record high today

| James Mickleboro

The Breville Group Ltd (ASX:BRG) share price is rocketing higher in 2020. Here's why its shares just hit a record…

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Why the Netwealth Group share price leapt 33% in July

| Bernd Struben

Wealth management services provider Netwealth Group Ltd's (ASX: NWL) share price surged in July. Here's why...

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Share Market News

Poseidon share price up 40% on positive announcement

| Chris Chitty

The Poseidon share price has suged in today's trade after the company announced a positive intersection at its Golden Swan…

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Share Fallers

The latest ASX stocks to be hit by broker downgrades today

| Brendon Lau

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (Index:^AXJO) is trying to claw back from early losses, but 3 ASX stocks are still deep…

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Earnings preview: What to expect from the Coles FY 2020 result

| James Mickleboro

The Coles Group Ltd (ASX:COL) share price will be on watch this month when its releases its full year results.…

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Share Market News

3 stellar mid cap ASX shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Here's why I think Collins Foods Ltd (ASX:CKF) and these ASX mid cap shares could grow much larger during the 2020s...

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Share Market News

The Silver Mines share price has hit a 52-week high. Here's why.

| Kate O'Brien

The Silver Mines Limited (ASX: SVL) share price has hit a 52-week high today on the back of rising silver…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX 200 shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and these ASX 200 shares as buys this week. Here's why they are…

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Why the Treasury Wine share price is sinking today

| Toby Thomas

The Treasury Wine share price is sinking today, dropping by more than 2% following a broker note out of Morgan…

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De Gray Mining share price lifts on strong results

| Nikhil Gangaram

The De Gray Mining Limited (ASX:DEG) share price has bolted more than 6% in early trade after the company released…

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Share Fallers

Why Cochlear, NAB, Tabcorp, & Telstra shares are tumbling lower

| James Mickleboro

Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) and National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) shares are two of four dropping lower on Wednesday. Here's why...

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Healthcare Shares

ASX stock of the day: Pharmaxis share price surges 8% as milestone payment brought forward

| Kate O'Brien

The Pharmaxis share price has surged 7% today after the company announced a US$7 million payment milestone had been brought…

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Share Market News

Reliance Worldwide operations to continue in Victoria

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Reliance Worldwide Corporation Ltd (ASX: RWC) share price could receive a boost after the company provided the market with…

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Share Market News

ASX marching higher despite COVID-19: Where should you invest?

| Bernd Struben

While some ASX shares are suffering from the COVID-19-related shutdowns, others are rocketing. Where should you invest?

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Share Market News

Gold hits new high – here are 3 ASX gold shares set to benefit

| Kate O'Brien

The gold price has hit a new high of US$2028 per ounce. We take a look at 3 ASX gold…

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Calidus share price edges higher on Warrawoona announcement

| Chris Chitty

The Calidus share price has edged higher today after the company announced it is set to begin construction at its…

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Share Gainers

Why Mesoblast, Northern Star, PointsBet, & Splitit shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

Mesoblast limited (ASX:MSB) and Splitit Ltd (ASX:SPT) shares are two of four storming notably higher on Wednesday. Here's why...

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Share Market News

2 of the best online shopping ASX shares to buy in August

| Phil Harpur

Here we look at 2 leading online shopping ASX shares that have seen their share price surge in recent months.

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ASX 200 down 1.15%: NAB downgraded, Telstra asset sale, gold miners rocket

| James Mickleboro

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) and Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) shares are on the move on the ASX 200 on…

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Maggie Beer share price surges 23% on Coles agreement

| Matthew Donald

The Maggie Beer share price has soared in early trade after announcing an agreement to launch prepared meals in 400…

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Share Market News

4 coronavirus-resistant blue chip ASX shares

| Kate O'Brien

Now more than ever, investors are seeking quality as a shield to the economic impacts of COVID-19. Let's look at…

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PointsBet share price jumps 4% on new US deal

| Phil Harpur

The PointsBet share price jumped 4% in early trade, following the company's announcement of an important new agreement in the…

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Share Market News

TPG and 1 other ASX share to buy and hold for long-term growth

| Phil Harpur

Why these 2 ASX shares are well-positioned to buy and hold for long-term growth.

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Share Gainers

Why the Splitit share price is zooming 20% higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Splitit Ltd (ASX:SPT) share price is zooming higher after completing a $90 million placement that will be used to…

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Share Market News

Qantas share price lower after Virgin Australia announces future plans

| James Mickleboro

The Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) share price is dropping lower today after Virgin Australia announced plans for a stronger more…

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Share Market News

ResMed and 1 other 5-star ASX 200 share to buy in August

| Phil Harpur

Why these 2 quality ASX 200 shares are worth adding to your ASX share portfolio this month

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Telstra share price on watch after major asset sale announcement

| James Mickleboro

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) share price will be on watch today after announcing a major asset sale to Centuria…

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