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ASX 200 resilient in face of latest RBA interest rate increase

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors had widely been expecting the RBA to increase interest rates again today.

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Worst fortnight in 4 years: How the Iran war is affecting ASX shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Since the war began, the ASX 200 has fallen 6.5%, and the ASX All Ords has dropped 6.65%.

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A stock market crash feels like it might be imminent

| Grace Alvino

Rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility are making some investors uneasy.

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How investing $50 a day into ASX shares could become $1 million faster than you think

| Tristan Harrison

Long-term saving and investing are essential for building wealth.

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US$100 oil is a big deal for every ASX share. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Higher oil prices flow through to every corner of the economy.

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The one question I always ask before buying an ASX share

| Grace Alvino

If a stock stopped moving for three years, would you still want to own it?

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Game on! BHP retakes biggest ASX stock crown as CBA shares sink

| Bernd Struben

The battle of the top ASX titans continues, with BHP edging out CBA to win back the crown.

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ASX 200 lifts to record high amid strong earnings and new jobs data

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season continues with Telstra, Brambles, Sonic Healthcare, and Hub24 impressing the market today.

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Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's why I think Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and this ASX dividend share would be better than term deposits...

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ASX stock of the day: 4DMedical share price surges 7% on market opportunity

| Kate O'Brien

The 4DMedical share price has surged 7% today after the technology company outlined its market opportunity.

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Top broker thinks the IDP Education share price is going a lot higher

| James Mickleboro

The IDP Education Ltd (ASX:IEL) share price has fallen heavily this year because of the pandemic. But one broker thinks…

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Here's why the Mineral Resources share price rocketed 22% in July

| Bernd Struben

The Mineral Resources share price rocketed 22% in July. Here's what drove the impressive gains for the ASX mining services…

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These ASX healthcare shares could be fantastic long term options

| James Mickleboro

Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC) and these ASX healthcare shares could be top options for investors over the next decade...

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BWX share price higher after completing oversubscribed share purchase plan

| James Mickleboro

The BWX Ltd (ASX:BWX) share price is pushing higher on Monday after completing its share purchase plan. Here's why it…

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Inghams share price flat despite ACCC update

| Chris Chitty

The Inghams share price was flat today despite an announcement by the ACCC authorising the company to cooperate with competitors.

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4 ASX shares I'm expecting big things from this reporting season

| Kate O'Brien

August means one thing – it’s reporting season for ASX companies. Here are 4 ASX shares I'm expecting strong results…

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Why the Red 5 share price soared 25% in July

| Bernd Struben

Australian gold producer Red 5 Limited's share price soared 25% in July. Here's what drove the miner's huge monthly gain...

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Share Gainers

Sigma share price jumps on $172 million deal

| Brendon Lau

The Sigma Healthcare Ltd (ASX: SIG) share price is outperforming today after it found a way to unlock $172 million…

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Cheap Shares

Got $3,000 to invest? Try these 2 dirt-cheap ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I would pick Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX: RHC) and 1 other ASX share for a dirt-cheap $3,000…

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Why the Breville share price gained 14% in July

| Bernd Struben

The Breville share price gained 14% in July. We look at what drove these big monthly gains for the Australian…

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Nextdc share price hits record high – does it have room to grow?

| Toby Thomas

The Nextdc share price hit a record high this morning. Does the data centre operator have room to grow further?

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Adairs share price soars 14% following results announcement

| Chris Chitty

The Adairs share price was up as high as $3.24 this morning following the release of the company's preliminary final…

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Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) and these ASX shares as buys this week...

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Bank savings rates fall as Buffett racks up record cash pile and analysts tip Qantas share price rebound

| Bernd Struben

Australians are getting ever less on their cash savings, increasing the appeal of ASX shares. Is the Qantas share price…

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2 exciting ASX tech shares to buy and hold till 2025

| Phil Harpur

Why I'm choosing Carsales.Com and 1 other exciting ASX tech share to buy and hold for the long term

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ASX 200 jumps 1.2%: Big four banks rise, Qantas update, Mesoblast surges

| James Mickleboro

Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares are among the movers and shakers on the ASX 200…

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Share Gainers

Why Adairs, Coles, Kogan, & Tyro shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

Adairs Ltd (ASX:ADH) and Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) shares are two of four storming notably higher on Monday. Here's why they…

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Share Fallers

Why CIMIC, oOh!Media, ResMed, & Resolute shares are dropping lower

| James Mickleboro

CIMIC Group Ltd (ASX:CIM) and ResMed Inc. (ASX:RMD) shares are two of four dropping lower on Monday. Here's why they…

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What to look for in the Vicinity Centres FY20 report

| Daryl Mather

Vicinity Centres is going to have a bad earnings season. The question is, how bad and what can the company…

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Qantas share price higher despite share purchase plan flop

| James Mickleboro

The Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) share price is pushing higher despite raising just $71.7 million from a $500 million share…

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It's ASX reporting season! Here's what to watch out for this week

| Kate O'Brien

The ASX reporting season is upon us and will be like no other we have seen. Here's what to look…

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Aurizon share price on watch after solid profit and dividend growth in FY 2020

| James Mickleboro

The Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX:AZJ) share price will be on watch today after announcing its FY 2020 and revealing solid…

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Why the Credit Corp share price leapt 22% in July

| Bernd Struben

Australian debt buyer Credit Corp Group's share price gained 22% in July. Here's what drove the impressive monthly gain.

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These were last week's best performing ASX shares

| Kate O'Brien

The ASX lifted in the first week of August. On that positive note, we take a look at five of…

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These are the 10 most shorted shares on the ASX

| James Mickleboro

Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA), Webjet Limited (ASX:WEB), Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) shares are among the most shorted shares on the ASX...

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These were the worst performing ASX shares last week

| Kate O'Brien

The share market rose in the first week of August. But here, we take a look at five of last…

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ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: Surging commodity prices snap ASX 200's losing streak

| Sebastian Bowen

Here on our ASX 200 Foolish Weekly Wrap, we look at the things that moved the S&P/ASX 200 Index and…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

IDP Education Ltd (ASX:IEL) and Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Monday.…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

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

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell next week

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) and these ASX shares as sells for next week. Here's why...

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Investing in cheap stocks today can help you to get rich and retire early

| Peter Stephens

Cheap stocks could offer greater return potential than other mainstream assets. As such, they could help you to retire early.

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I'd take these 3 steps to get ready for another stock market crash

| Peter Stephens

A second stock market crash cannot be ruled out despite the recent rebound in share prices. Here‘s how you can…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 next week

| James Mickleboro

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 next…

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Why it's a good time to buy and hold ASX shares

| Ken Hall

It's easy to be spooked when the share market is volatile. Here's why a buy and hold strategy with ASX…

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3 quality ASX shares for a beginner's share portfolio

| Phil Harpur

Here we look 3 quality options for anyone beginning or expanding their ASX share portfolio.

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Stock market crash 2020: 3 reasons why you can still make a million

| Peter Stephens

Low valuations and recovery potential from the stock market crash could mean that it’s not too late to make a…

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Mesoblast limited (ASX:MSB) and Lynas Corporation Ltd (ASX:LYC) shares were among the best performers on the ASX 200 last week...

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Credit Corp Group Limited (ASX:CCP) and ResMed Inc. (ASX:RMD) shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200 last…

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