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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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Next Science share price surges higher on TGA approval

| James Mickleboro

The Next Science Ltd (ASX:NXS) share price has started FY 2021 in a very positive fashion. Here's why its shares…

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Alcidion Group share price jumps 10% on new contract

| Chris Chitty

The Alcidion share price is up 10% on Wednesday following the signing of a new contract with Sydney Local Health…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX 200 shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Scentre Group's share price is up almost 6% today

| Matthew Donald

Scentre Group (ASX: SCG) has not received a lot of love in FY20 with the share price down 41.96% in…

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Star Entertainment Group shares lift with news of reopenings

| Kate O'Brien

The Star Entertainment Group Limited (ASX: SGR) share price has lifted marginally today with an update on the reopening of…

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Why this leading broker has upgraded Westpac shares to "buy"

| James Mickleboro

The Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) share price is pushing higher after a leading broker upgraded it to a buy rating.…

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3 ASX cleantech shares to consider buying now

| Mark Story

Here are 3 ASX cleantech large-cap shares including Reece Ltd (ASX: REH) that have been regaining lost ground since the…

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These are 2 quality ASX shares to buy with $2,000

| Phil Harpur

Have some spare cash available to spend on ASX shares right now? Great! Both of these quality companies have entrenched…

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These 2 ASX tech shares show stellar growth prospects

| Phil Harpur

Bigtincan Holdings Ltd (ASX: BTH) and Dicker Data Ltd (ASX: DDR) are 2 ASX tech shares showing great growth potential…

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Why Avita, Brickworks, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, & WiseTech Global are tumbling lower

| James Mickleboro

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX:FPH) and WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX:WTC) shares are two of four dropping notably lower on Wednesday...

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ASX 200 up 0.9%: Big four banks rising, NEXTDC rockets higher

| James Mickleboro

NEXTDC Ltd (ASX:NXT) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares are making a splash on the ASX 200 on Wednesday. Here's…

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Why Polynovo and JB Hi-Fi shares outperformed in FY20

| Ken Hall

Polynovo Ltd (ASX: PNV) and JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX: JBH) shares saw a great past 12 months. Will the companies continue their success?

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Why Alterity Therapeutics, Flight Centre, NEXTDC, & Telix are surging higher

| James Mickleboro

Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) and NEXTDC Ltd (ASX:NXT) shares are two of four surging notably higher on Wednesday.…

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Millionaire maker increases share price 28 times in FY20

| Daryl Mather

This company makes a product tailor-made for the times that we live in. It has multiplied 28 times from the…

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Suncorp share price edges higher after announcing its new operating model

| James Mickleboro

The Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN) share price is edging higher on Wednesday after announcing a new operating model. Here's what…

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Why I'd buy and hold a2 Milk shares until 2025

| Phil Harpur

Despite their recent growth, here's why I believe a2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX: A2M) shares are a great buy and…

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3 ASX ETFs to hedge your portfolio

| Glenn Leese

This year is fast becoming known as the year the markets stopped being aligned with the economy. Here are 3…

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Temple & Webster share price quadrupled in FY20

| Daryl Mather

Temple and Webster have seen their share price quadruple during FY20. Mostly since the market low point on 23 March.…

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These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in FY 2020

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Mesoblast Limited (ASX:MSB) shares were among the best performers on the ASX 200 in FY 2020...

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These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares in FY 2020

| James Mickleboro

Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) and G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM) were among the worst performers on the ASX 200 in FY…

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NEXTDC share price jumps 8% on new contract wins

| James Mickleboro

The NEXTDC Ltd (ASX:NXT) share price is jumping higher on Wednesday after announcing new contract wins at its NSW centres...

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Is the Wesfarmers share price a good buy right now?

| Phil Harpur

The Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES) share price has rallied strongly in recent months. Is it still a good buy right…

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Flight Centre share price on watch after new funding deal

| James Mickleboro

The Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) share price could be on the move on Wednesday after announcing a new…

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The Fortescue share price rose 51% in FY20. Too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why the Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX :FMG) share price rose more than 50% in FY2020. Are Fortescue shares…

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Carsales share price on watch after director sells $6.8 million of shares

| James Mickleboro

The Carsales.Com Ltd (ASX:CAR) share price will be one to watch on Wednesday after reporting some insider selling. Here's what…

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Up nearly 33% in 12 months. Can the CSL share price climb higher?

| Ken Hall

The CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) share price rocketed 32.53% higher in FY20 but is the Aussie biotech positioned for more…

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2 shares to buy before earnings season

| Daryl Mather

Earnings season could be a very volatile time. Some good ASX shares to buy before then are those that have…

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Afterpay and these shares were the best performers on the ASX 200 in June

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and these shares were the best performers on the ASX 200 in June. Here's why they smashed…

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Share Fallers

Webjet and these shares were the worst performers on the ASX 200 in June

| James Mickleboro

Webjet Limited (ASX:WEB) and these ASX shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200 in June. Here's why…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Nufarm Limited (ASX:NUF) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday...

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ASX 200 rises 1.4%, Collins Foods delivers tasty returns

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) went up 1.4%, with the Collins Foods Limited (ASX:CKF) share price up 12.7% after releasing…

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Why the TPG share price is up 38% in FY20

| Sebastian Bowen

TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX: TPM) shares have returned 38% in FY2020. Can the TPG share price keep the magic going…

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Australia could be moving towards zero emissions, these are the green companies to buy

| Chris Chitty

A report by a climate change think-tank suggests a zero-emissions move could create 1.78 million jobs in Australia over the…

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ASX stock of the day: Avita Therapeutics share price climbs 8.4% as company redomiciles

| Kate O'Brien

After redomiciling to the United States yesterday, the Avita Therapeutics Inc (ASX: AVH) share price is up 8.4% today.

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Afterpay shares have exploded 142% in FY20

| Sebastian Bowen

Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) shares have been very kind to inevstors in FY20, returning 142%. Can they give another double-bag…

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Searching for decent dividends? These 4 ASX shares are paying 6% or more

| Kate O'Brien

Despite many companies cutting or deferring dividends due to the coronavirus, there are still many ASX dividend shares to be…

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The Zip Co share price is up 65% in 12 months

| James Mickleboro

The Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) share price has been a very strong performer over the last 12 months. Here's why…

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Leading brokers name 3 ASX 200 shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) and these ASX 200 shares as sells this week. Here's why they…

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Why the Regional Express share price is soaring 28% this week

| Cathryn Goh

The Regional Express Holdings Ltd (ASX:REX) share price is pushing higher again on Tuesday and has now jumped 27.66% in…

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Why James Hardie and its peers are surging higher today

| Brendon Lau

The James Hardie Industries plc (ASX: JHX) share price along with these other two ASX shares are among the best…

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