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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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Share Market News

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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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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Recent Share Market News

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Here is the complete US tariffs list by country

| Bronwyn Allen

This tariffs list is relevant to you if you're invested in ASX stocks that import or sell goods into the…

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Opinions

2 ASX dividend shares I'd buy after the stock market sell-off

| Tristan Harrison

Both of these income stocks offer appealing dividend yields.

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Share Market News

These dirt cheap ASX value stocks could rise 40% to 50%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think big returns could be on offer from these shares.

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Share Market News

ETF Investing: Should I buy VTS or A200?

| James Mickleboro

Which fund could be the right fit for you?

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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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Share Market News

Which ASX sectors led the pack in March, according to Macquarie?

| Bronwyn Allen

It was a volatile month for ASX 200 shares...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX was rocked by 'Liberation Day' this Thursday.

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Superannuation

AustralianSuper sticks with US stocks despite recent turmoil

| Bronwyn Allen

AustralianSuper’s head of international equities says they won't be shifting focus to Europe.

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Opinions

2 compelling ASX shares I'd buy now following the tariff stock market pain

| Tristan Harrison

These investments could make excellent buys in the current market sell-off.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords share just rocketed 12% in today's crashing market?

| Bernd Struben

This ASX All Ords share is surging today despite the Trump tariff market turmoil. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Astral, Newmont, Ramelius, and Synlait shares are defying the market selloff and rising

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising despite the market weakness today. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why ANZ, Breville, Cettire, and Treasury Wine shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

How are ASX 200 investors responding to the new Trump tariffs today?

| Bernd Struben

Australia didn’t escape the new Trump tariffs. Here’s how ASX investors are repositioning today.

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Share Fallers

These were the worst ASX 200 shares to own in Q1 2025

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors were selling off these shares during the first quarter.

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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 what could be a very eventful day for the share market.

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Opinions

Why I'll continue investing in ASX shares in 2025 no matter what

| Tristan Harrison

I’m still optimistic about the long-term.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another positive day for ASX investors this hump day.

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Share Market News

Are Charlie Munger's predictions about the U.S. stock market coming true?

| Tristan Harrison

What would one of the world’s greatest investors think of what’s going on?

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just rocketed 14% on BIG leadership news

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent this ASX All Ords stock surging by 14%. But why?

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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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Opinions

2 ASX shares I think are fantastic for beginners

| Tristan Harrison

I’m a big fan of both of these investments, here’s why…

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Best Shares

If I could only own 1 ASX stock, it would be this one

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock offers investors a bit of everything.

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Share Market News

Why Harvey Norman, HMC Capital, Pilbara Minerals, and Vulcan Energy shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. What's going on?

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Share Gainers

Why AMA, Emerald Resources, Kelsian, and Life360 shares are zooming higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

These were the best ASX 200 shares to own in Q1 of 2025

| James Mickleboro

These shares made their shareholders smile over the past three months.

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Healthcare Shares

3 reasons to buy this surging ASX All Ords healthcare share today

| Bernd Struben

A top expert forecasts more outperformance from this rocketing ASX healthcare stock.

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Opinions

1 top ASX stock offering incredible value right now!

| Tristan Harrison

I think investors can build great returns with this business.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

A decent session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Opinions

Achieve geographical diversification with these ASX ETFs before Trump's Liberation Day

| Tristan Harrison

It’s getting close to Trump’s Liberation Day.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were back to the races this Tuesday.

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Share Fallers

Why HMC Capital, Pilbara Minerals, Strickland Metals, and Tower shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Tuesday. What's going?

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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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