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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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Share Market News

Why Thursday is shaping up to be a BIG day for the ASX 200

| Bernd Struben

We could see some big moves on the ASX 200 tomorrow.

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Share Gainers

Why Clover, DroneShield, Imugene, and New Hope shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day.

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Opinions

Here's how much share markets are down this month (and what I'm doing as a long-term investor)

| Sebastian Bowen

Market sell-offs don't always mean there are bargains to be found.

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Share Gainers

Why this little-known ASX share just rocketed 27% in today's struggling market

| Bernd Struben

The ASX share is grabbing investors' interest on Wednesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Helia, Mineral Resources, Ora Banda, and Webjet shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend share offers an income yield of 7.4%

| Tristan Harrison

This could be a very fashionable dividend stock to own for income.

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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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Financial Shares

Undercover surging payments company announces $45 million capital raise

| Zach Bristow

It's been a busy time for this payments company.

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Value Investing

ASX value shares rated as broker buys

| Zach Bristow

The sell-off has opened the window for value plays to shine.

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Opinions

Undervalued ASX shares to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses could have strong return potential.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

The local market looks set to drop into the red on hump day. Here's what to expect.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another pleasant day for ASX shares this Tuesday.

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Share Market News

Which ASX 200 sectors were the most resilient during the market sell-off?

| Bronwyn Allen

The most resilient market sector actually gained 2% in value while the worst-affected sector fell 19%.

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Opinions

I think these ASX shares are top buys right now after the market correction

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these investments. Here's why.

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Share Market News

Has the ASX 200 escaped a market correction?

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 fell 9.43% from its record high last month to what may have been the trough last Thursday.

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Broker Notes

Lovisa shares down more than 30% from all-time high. Time to snap them up?

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdict on this popular stock. Here's what they are saying.

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Share Gainers

Why Clarity, New Hope, Orthocell, and West African shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on Tuesday.

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Record Highs

This ASX 200 gold stock just surged to new all-time highs! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent the ASX 200 gold miner rocketing to new record highs. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Appen, Credit Corp, Endeavour, and Gold Road shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a poor session on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just leapt 9% on big US news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX All Ords stock on Tuesday. But why?

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Opinions

2 ASX 300 shares I rate as great buys today

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have been pushed too low, in my view.

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Opinions

3 things about AFIC stock every smart investor knows 

| Tristan Harrison

AFIC is a popular long-term investment. There are some great things about it.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Another good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a fantastic start to the trading week for the share market today.

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Opinions

Is this a good time to buy Guzman y Gomez shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Has this stock become too cheap?

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Broker Notes

Brickworks shares down 25% in 1 year. Is this a buying opportunity?

| James Mickleboro

Is this blue chip a bargain buy? Let's see what one leading broker thinks.

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Share Gainers

Why Navigator Global, Pilbara Minerals, Smartpay, and Spartan shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week on a positive note. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Austin Engineering, DroneShield, Meridian, and Ramelius shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Share Market News

3 strong ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these blue chips could deliver the goods for investors after recent weakness.

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Gold

ASX gold stocks make big moves on 'transformational' merger

| James Mickleboro

These gold miners are merging with the aim of creating a 500,000 ounces a year producer down the line.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX tech stock is rocketing 51% after receiving two takeover offers

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is having a day to remember on Monday. Here's why.

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Opinions

The pros and cons of buying Fortescue shares after the sell-off

| Tristan Harrison

Is this mining stock a buy?

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Value Investing

Forecast earnings growth of 10% a year but down 11%, is now the time for me to consider this ASX 200 high-flyer?

| Rhys Brock

Despite recent good news, the shares are down...

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A great session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what you need to know.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 stocks could rise 25% to 40% after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe these shares have the potential to generate big returns over the next 12 months.

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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 Market News

Is the ASX 200 on the verge of a market correction?

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's how close we are to a market correction after another horror week.

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REITs

Why this could be a great ASX share sector to invest in right now

| Tristan Harrison

This could be a smart play right now.

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