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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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The "most profitable" ASX airline stock you probably never heard of

| Brendon Lau

Profits from ASX airlines like Qantas Airways Limited (ASX: QAN) have nosedived due to COVID-19. But there's one airline that's…

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ASX 200 drops 0.4%, Chinese threat to Australian iron

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) fell 0.4% today after there was a potential threat to Australian iron ore miners from…

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This ASX 200 stock has rocketed 63% in 2 months. Is the Ansell share price still a buy?

| Toby Thomas

Ansell Limited (ASX: ANN) shares have rocketed 63% in the past 2 months. Here's why I think they still have…

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Is China about to blow up the dividends of BHP, Rio and Fortescue?

| Tristan Harrison

Is China about to blow up the dividends of BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP), Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and Fortescue Metals…

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The WiseTech share price has doubled since March. Too late to invest?

| Sebastian Bowen

After the WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) share price has doubled in the last 2 months, are their shares still…

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5 dark horse ASX shares that have tripled in the last 2 months

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 5 ASX shares that have tripled or more in the past 2 months. Warnings: FOMO may accompany this…

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Insiders have been buying Medibank and this ASX share

| James Mickleboro

Insiders have been buying Medibank Private Ltd (ASX:MPL) and this ASX share in May. Here's what you need to know...

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1 ASX growth company I'd buy with $2,000

| Rhys Brock

ASX telecommunications company MNF Group Limited (ASX:MNF) is setting itself up for success in a post-coronavirus economy.

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Is the Pointsbet share price poised for future growth?

| Lina Lim

Is the Pointsbet Holdings Ltd (ASX: PBH) share price eyeing its record all-time highs again?

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Share Fallers

The latest ASX stocks hit by broker downgrades today

| Brendon Lau

The ASX 200 is jumping for the 5th straight session but not all stocks are partaking in the merrymaking as…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX 200 shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) and these ASX 200 shares as sells this week. Here's why...

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ASX 200 down 0.2%: Afterpay hits a record high, Aristocrat Leisure update disappoints

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX:ALL) shares are on the move on the ASX 200 on Thursday. Here's why...

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ASX 200 mining services share storms 27% higher on record revenue result

| Cathryn Goh

The NRW Holdings Limited (ASX: NWH) share price has popped 27% this morning on the back of a positive trading update.

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Share Fallers

Why Aristocrat Leisure, Bigtincan, Clover, & Megaport shares are dropping lower

| James Mickleboro

Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX:ALL) and Megaport Ltd (ASX:MP1) shares are two of four dropping notably lower on Thursday...

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Why Afterpay, AMA, NRW, & Santos shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) shares are two of four racing higher on Thursday. Here's why...

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Top ASX 200 gaming share on watch after half year update

| James Mickleboro

The Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX:ALL) share price will be on watch today after the release of its half year results...

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Afterpay share price on watch after hitting 5 million active US customers

| James Mickleboro

The Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) share price will be on watch today after it revealed that it now has 5 million…

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Is the Wesfarmers share price in the buy zone?

| Ken Hall

The Wesfarmers Limited (ASX: WES) share price has fallen 5.99% lower in 2020, but is the Aussie conglomerate in the…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX:ALL) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday...

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Coronavirus News

Australian ETF market sets an all-time record amid COVID-19

| Cathryn Goh

A new research report reveals the best and worst performing ASX ETFs over the past year, along with other insights…

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ASX 200 ends the day higher, EML share price rises another 12%

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) finished up 0.24%. The EML Payments Ltd (ASX:EML) share price jumped another 12%.

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These are the latest ASX shares to be downgraded by top brokers

| Brendon Lau

The air of optimism that's lifing the ASX 200 toay hasn’t stopped brokers from downgrading their recommendations on a handful…

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Aussie retail numbers paint a gloomy ASX picture

| Sebastian Bowen

The latest numbers on the Aussie retail sector for April don't paint a pretty picture for ASX shares in 2020

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named Costa Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:CGC) and these ASX shares as buys today. Here's why...

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TPG Telecom shares jump on demerger and special dividend plans: Should you invest?

| James Mickleboro

The TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM) share price is charging higher on Wednesday after revealing demerger and special dividend plans...

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Share Gainers

Why ALS, Clover, Computershare, & EML Payments shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

Clover Corporation Limited (ASX:CLV) and EML Payments Ltd (ASX:EML) shares are two of four storming notably higher today...

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Small-cap ASX aviation share soars 30% higher as it re-establishes earnings guidance

| Cathryn Goh

The Alliance Aviation Services Ltd (ASX: AQZ) share price has bounced higher this morning on the back of a trading…

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ASX 200 down 0.2%: Big four banks lower and TPG announces demerger plans

| James Mickleboro

EML Payments Ltd (ASX:EML) and TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM) shares are making a splash on the ASX 200 on Wednesday...

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Coronavirus News

Positive signs for Australia's jobs market as ABS data points to a recovery

| Cathryn Goh

There are some positive signs for Australia's jobs market as new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics reveals a…

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Share Fallers

Why AP Eagers, Lendlease, Pushpay, & ResMed shares are sinking lower

| James Mickleboro

AP Eagers Ltd (ASX:APE) and Pushpay Holdings Ltd (ASX:PPH) shares are two of four sinking notably lower on Wednesday...

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Coronavirus News

2 ASX shares in the firing line of trade tensions with China

| Nikhil Gangaram

With China considering targeting more Australian exports amid trade tensions, here are 2 key ASX shares that could be in…

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Share Gainers

Why this ASX infant formula share is surging 14% higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Clover Corporation Limited (ASX:CLV) share price has been surging higher on Wednesday after a positive update by the infant…

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Share Gainers

Why the EML Payments share price is rocketing over 12% higher today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why the EML Payments Ltd (ASX:EML) share price is rocketing higher even when the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) is tumbling…

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3 ASX 200 energy shares to buy before crude oil price rises

| Daryl Mather

The crude oil price has hit a 2 month high jumping 30% since Monday, 11 May. These 3 ASX 200…

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52-Week Highs

Why these ASX shares have just stormed to record highs

| James Mickleboro

Why Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and these ASX shares have just hit record highs...

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3 safe and strong ASX dividend shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and these ASX dividend shares could be safe and strong options for income investors right now...

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Computershare Limited (ASX:CPU) and Sydney Airport Holdings Pty Ltd (ASX:SYD) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on…

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ASX 200 market close: Share market up 1.8%

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) ended 1.8% higher today at the market close. Some ASX shares were soaring on promising…

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Here's why the Fortescue share price hit an all-time high today

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why the Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX: FMG) share price is at a new all-time high today.

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Share Gainers

Should you throw $3,000 into Altium shares today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Altium Limited (ASX: ALU) is trading up today - are these shares a good option for a $3,000 ASX investment…

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