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Share Market News

ASX 200 turbulent following the RBA interest rate decision

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors will need to accept plenty of uncertainty on the outlook for interest rates in 2026.

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 has taken a breather. Here's what usually happens next

| Leigh Gant

A soft patch reveals the market catching its breath rather than shifting course.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 vs US stocks: Where the next decade of big winners may come from

| Leigh Gant

The ASX 200 or the US? Strong cases exist for both, but disciplined diversification often wins over decades.

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Share Market News

What Australia's shocking inflation print means for ASX 200 investors and interest rates

| Bernd Struben

The RBA is facing an uphill inflation battle. Will the bank’s next move be to raise interest rates?

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Share Market News

Does the AI revolution justify today's high ASX 200 valuation?

| Bronwyn Allen

Blackwattle Investment Partners says the ASX 200 has a P/E ratio of 21x compared to a 10-year average of 16x.

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares and hoping for interest rate relief? Here's what the RBA minutes reveal

| Bernd Struben

The RBA kept interest rates on hold in November. What can ASX investors expect now?

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Share Market News

Is the ASX 200 setting up for a market crash?

| Leigh Gant

Red screens spark fear, but the bigger picture and history tells investors to look beyond the moment.

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Communication Shares

Why these experts think Telstra has a place in your portfolio

| Cameron England

Telstra's dominant market position and disciplined execution mean it's an attractive share to own, a broker says.

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Recent Share Market News

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Broker Notes

These top ASX shares could rise 30% to 60%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why analysts are so bullish on these names this week.

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Share Market News

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up last week

| Bronwyn Allen

Consumer discretionary shares led the ASX 200 market sectors last week with a 4.3% gain.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares in January 2025

| James Mickleboro

These shares had a month to forget. Why were investors selling them? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Got $7,000? The best Australian stocks to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top options for your hard-earned money this month.

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Opinions

Should you buy GQG and Telstra shares in February?

| Tristan Harrison

Let's take a look.

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Share Market News

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in January 2025

| James Mickleboro

These shares were on fire last month. Why were investors buying them? Let's find out.

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy in February 2025

| Motley Fool Staff

Worried there are no great-value ASX shares left to buy? Our Foolish writers reckon these five are worth a good…

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another top day for ASX investors this Friday...

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords stocks smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX All Ords stocks soaring this week. But why?

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Share Market News

Why Lendlease, Mesoblast, St Barbara, and Zip shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a positive note. What's going on?

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Share Fallers

Why Magellan, Medadvisor, Origin Energy, and Pointsbet shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Bank Shares

Is now the time to sell NAB shares?

| Tristan Harrison

The market is offering a great price for owners of NAB.

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Broker Notes

Goldman Sachs tips these ASX 200 shares to rise 35%+

| James Mickleboro

The leading broker is recommending investors buy these stocks this week.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

A good finish to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 hit another new record high this Thursday.

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52-Week Highs

19 ASX 200 shares smashing multi-year highs as market peaks

| Bronwyn Allen

The benchmark ASX 200 hit a new record high on Thursday.

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Record Highs

Big news: The ASX 200 Index just hit a new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how it happened.

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Broker Notes

8 ASX shares that brokers say have 30% (or more) upside in 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers are tipping these ASX stocks for significant price rises in the new year.

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Technology Shares

Xero share price hits all-time high! Too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert reckons Xero has plenty left in the tank...

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Broker Notes

Broker says this ASX stock could rise 30% and pay a 10% dividend yield

| James Mickleboro

Ord Minnett thinks this beaten down stock could be dirt cheap at current levels.

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Share Market News

Aussie inflation is falling! Now when will the RBA finally cut interest rates?

| Bernd Struben

With inflation sliding, will the RBA now cut interest rates in February?

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Share Fallers

Why Appen, Credit Corp, Mineral Resources, and Zip shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are missing out on the good times on Thursday and dropping into the red.

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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, Karoon Energy, Mach7, and Treasury Wine shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 marching higher following first 2025 US Fed interest rate call

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are now considering the Fed’s next interest rate move in March.

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Share Market News

3 ASX 300 energy shares racing higher on strong quarterlies

| James Mickleboro

These shares are making their shareholders smile on Thursday. Let's see what is happening.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

The market is expected to fall today after a poor night of trade on Wall Street.

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should consider when building a $10,000 passive income

| Tristan Harrison

Passive income can be a great tool for investors. But, keep some things in mind.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a great day for ASX investors this Wednesday.

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52-Week Lows

The Sayona Mining share price just hit a 4-year low

| Sebastian Bowen

Things have gone form bad to worse for this lithium stock.

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52-Week Highs

These 12 ASX 200 stocks just hit new 52-week highs

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these popular stocks?

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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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Share Fallers

Why Accent, Aroa, Playside, and Premier Investments shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Why the ASX 200 just jumped higher on latest Aussie inflation data

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are favouring their buy buttons on the heels of the latest Aussie CPI print.

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Share Gainers

Why Boss Energy, Droneshield, Pilbara Minerals, and Star shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Opinions

Why I think these 2 ASX shares are bargain buys

| Tristan Harrison

In the world of quality cyclical shares, what goes down typically will bounce back up again.

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Share Market News

Down 48% from its high, is this ASX 200 gold stock a cheap buy?

| James Mickleboro

This gold stock hasn't been glittering but analysts think that could soon change.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

A good session is expected for Aussie investors today after the Nasdaq rebounded.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing start to the week for ASX investors this Tuesday.

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