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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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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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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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A great ASX small-cap share for your watchlist

| Daryl Mather

Parts of the ASX small-cap retail sector have been hard hit by the pandemic. Could this be one share to…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX:FPH) and TPG Telecom Limited (ASX:TPG) shares will be on watch on the ASX…

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ASX 200 drops 1.5% on elevated COVID-19 fears

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) fell 1.5% today as investors fears heightened about the continuing growing COVID-19 cases.

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The latest ASX recommendation changes by top brokers

| Brendon Lau

It doesn’t take much to move shares these days and changes to broker recommendations will have an outsized impact on…

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3 star ASX 200 shares for all types of investors

| James Mickleboro

Appen Ltd (ASX:APX) and these ASX 200 shares could be great options for growth, income, and value investors right now. Here's…

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Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) and these ASX shares as the ones to buy right now.…

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ASX 200 drops 1.15%: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare impresses, big four banks tumble

| James Mickleboro

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX:FPH) and Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) shares are making a splash on…

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Share Gainers

Why De Grey, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Perseus, & PolyNovo shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX:FPH) and Polynovo Ltd (ASX:PNV) shares are two of four charging notably higher on…

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Share Fallers

Why Galaxy, Jumbo, Webjet, & Zip Co shares are sinking lower

| James Mickleboro

Jumbo Interactive Ltd (ASX:JIN) and Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) shares are two of four sinking lower on Monday. Here's why...

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E-commerce is the COVID-19 success story. These businesses are the clear winners.

| Daryl Mather

Australia Post says online sales increased by 80% within 8 weeks of the WHO declaring the pandemic. These companies are…

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Share Fallers

Jumbo Interactive share price sinks lower on new Tabcorp agreement

| James Mickleboro

The Jumbo Interactive Ltd (ASX:JIN) share price has come under pressure after returning from its suspension. Here's why it is…

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Here are the 10 most shorted shares on the ASX

| James Mickleboro

Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX:MYR) and Webjet Limited (ASX:WEB) shares are among the most shorted shares on the ASX this week...

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Fisher & Paykel Healthcare share price on watch after COVID-19 drives record profit result

| James Mickleboro

The Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX:FPH) share price has beaten its guidance after COVID-19 boosted its sales and…

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52-Week Highs

Why ResMed and these ASX shares have just hit new highs

| James Mickleboro

ResMed Inc. (ASX:RMD) and these ASX shares have been strong performers this month. Here's why they have just hit new…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX:FPH) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200…

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Every share market crash offers bargain shares. I'd grab cheap dividend shares today

| Peter Stephens

Undervalued dividend stocks could offer recovery potential, in my opinion, as they become more popular among income-seeking investors.

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The 2020 share market crash could help you to get rich and retire early

| Peter Stephens

Buying undervalued shares after the 2020 market crash could produce improving returns that help you to retire early in my…

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ASX shares vs property: which is a better investment?

| Phil Harpur

In times of economic uncertainty, it can be difficult to know whether it's better to invest in ASX shares or…

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3 ASX share price trends to watch next week

| Daryl Mather

ASX share prices took a turn downwards this week after US market falls and layoff announcements. However, there are still…

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ASX beware: RBA warns on bank loan deferrals

| Tristan Harrison

The RBA has warned about what could happen when bank loan deferrals end. ASX investors should keep this in mind…

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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 the ones to buy next week. Here's why…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell next week

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and these ASX shares as sells for next week. Here's why...

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A good time to buy Commonwealth Bank shares?

| Daryl Mather

Commonwealth Bank shares are trailing behind 2 other major banks. Yet the company seems well positioned. Is it worth investing…

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ASX telco sector: A telecom analyst's top share pick right now

| Phil Harpur

The ASX telco sector has gone through some dramatic changes in recent years. These are the top 4 ASX-listed telcos…

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Share Gainers

Could the Afterpay share price really be good value right now?

| Ken Hall

The Afterpay share price has nearly doubled in 2020. But does it represent good value buying in the buy now,…

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Western Areas Ltd (ASX:WSA) and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX:FPH) shares were among the best performers on the…

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Mesoblast limited (ASX: MSB) and Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX:CTD) shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200…

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Here are 2 dirt cheap manufacturing shares to buy next week

| Daryl Mather

Underneath all of the drama on COVID-19 and job losses, 2 Aussie manufacturers are selling dirt cheap. These are great…

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Share Market News

This could be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy bargain shares

| Peter Stephens

Taking advantage of the recent market crash to buy bargain shares could boost your long-term financial prospects, in my opinion.

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How I'd invest for a passive income if the market crashes again

| Peter Stephens

Making a passive income may become increasingly challenging if there is a further market crash. This plan could make that…

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ASX 200 rebounds 1.5%, Qantas drops on capital raising

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) went up 1.5%, though the Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) share price fell 9% after returning…

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Can you clean up by investing in ASX waste management shares for the long-term?

| Toby Thomas

Waste management is an essential (and pressing) social issue. Here's a closer look at ASX waste management shares Cleanaway Waste…

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Add the WOW factor to your investment portfolio. Why I think the Woolworths share price is a buy

| Arpan Ranka

Amid the COVID-19-induced market turbulence, here's why I think smart investors should be looking to resilient shares such as Woolworths…

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Fund managers have been buying these ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Fund managers have been buying Estia Health Ltd (ASX:EHE) and this ASX share this month. Here's what you need to…

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Share Fallers

Why Qantas and this other ASX 200 stock were just downgraded by top brokers

| Brendon Lau

Not all stocks have been invited to the ASX 200 rally today as brokers downgraded their recommendations on a handful…

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AMP share price up 5% today as takeover rumours swirl

| Chris Chitty

AMP shares are up 5% on Friday following takeover speculation in the media. It is possible AMP has become a…

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Spirit Telecom share price jumps 12% on $14 million acquisition

| Cathryn Goh

The Spirit Telecom Ltd (ASX: ST1) share price is finishing the week with a bang after the small-cap ASX telco…

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Brokers name 3 ASX 200 shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M) and these ASX 200 shares as buys this week. Here's why they…

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Share Fallers

Why Kogan, Myer, Orocobre, & Qantas shares are dropping lower

| James Mickleboro

Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) and Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) shares are two of four dropping notably lower on Friday. Here's why...

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The Sezzle share price has soared 1,000% since March. Should you invest?

| Chris Chitty

The Sezzle share price has returned 1000% since March as it grows in popularity as a buy now pay later…

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