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Buying ASX shares or paying off a mortgage? Here's what the experts are saying about RBA interest rate hikes in 2026

| Bernd Struben

Leading experts sound off on the RBA’s latest interest rate hike, and what investors and mortgage holders can expect next.

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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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AFIC FY20 half year result: Profit down 39%, is the share price a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

LIC Australian Foundation Investment Co.Ltd. (ASX:AFI) has reported its FY20 half-year result, is the share price a buy?

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Why the Webjet share price is on watch today

| Ken Hall

The Webjet Ltd (ASX: WEB) share price is one worth watching this morning after a market update on CEO John…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

Which ASX insurance shares could be affected by the bushfires?

| Lloyd Prout

These ASX insurance shares have received thousands of claims for the Australian bushfires. Here's a closer look at the numbers…

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Share Gainers

Why these ASX cannabis shares are starting the week on a high

| James Mickleboro

MGC Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX:MXC) and THC Global Group Ltd (ASX:THC) are cannabis shares to watch this week. Here's why...

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Super Retail share price tumbles 8% lower on first half trading update

| James Mickleboro

The Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX:SUL) share price has tumbled lower on Monday after providing an update on its first…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

Will the SeaLink share price move on recent acquisition completion news?

| Lloyd Prout

Here's how the SeaLink Travel Group Ltd (ASX: SLK) share price could be impacted by its recent acquisition of Transit…

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Share Gainers

Resolute Mining share price higher after gold hedge update

| James Mickleboro

The Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) share price is pushing higher on Monday after providing an update on its gold hedging…

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2 quality ASX growth shares I'd buy today

| Phil Harpur

Here's why I think SEEK Limited (ASX: SEK) and Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX: CTD) are 2 ASX growth shares…

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Why the Pilbara Minerals share price is up 50% since December

| Rhys Brock

The share price of Pilbara Minerals Limited (ASX:PLS) is up 50% since December. But is an investment in this pureplay…

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Bushfires and SARS could impact on this outperforming ASX 200 stock

| Brendon Lau

The Sydney Airport Holdings Pty Ltd (ASX: SYD) share price will be in the spotlight today after management posted its…

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Here's why I think the Domino's share price is a buy

| Phil Harpur

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd. (ASX: DMP) has evolved to become Australia’s largest pizza chain. Here's why I think Domino's shares…

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NIB share price on watch after downgrading FY20 profit expectations

| Tristan Harrison

The NIB Holdings Limited (ASX:NHF) share price will be on watch today after private health insurer downgraded FY20 profit guidance.

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These 3 ASX growth shares pulled back on Friday. Should you invest?

| Lina Lim

High profile growth names pulled back on Friday as the ASX 200 raced ahead. Could this be a buying opportunity?

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Kogan share price on watch after first half update

| James Mickleboro

The Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) share price will be on watch on Monday after the release of its first half update...

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Here's why analysts rate Bigtincan shares a buy

| Nikhil Gangaram

Bigtincan Holdings Ltd (ASX: BTH) has started 2020 on the right foot with the company’s share price trading near all-time…

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3 ASX 200 shares I'm watching this week

| Ken Hall

After Aussie equities smashed all kinds of records in recent days, check out my top 3 ASX 200 shares to…

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These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Bega Cheese Ltd (ASX:BGA), Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA), Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) shares are among the most shorted shares on the ASX...

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Gentrack share price on watch after FY 2020 guidance downgrade

| James Mickleboro

The Gentrack Group Ltd (ASX:GTK) share price will be on watch today after it downgraded its guidance for FY 2020 significantly...

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52-Week Highs

Why CBA and these All Ords shares just hit 52-week highs

| James Mickleboro

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) shares are one of three that raced to 52-week highs last week...

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT), Lynas Corporation Ltd (ASX:LYC), and Nufarm Limited (ASX:NUF) shares will be on watch on the ASX…

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4 of the biggest news pieces from the ASX200 this week

| Tristan Harrison

These were 4 of the biggest news items from the ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) this week. Read how this affected these…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) and these ASX shares have been named as buys by top brokers...

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell next week

| James Mickleboro

Coles Group Ltd (ASX:COL) shares are one of three that top brokers have named as sells. Here's why they are…

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Is MoneyMe positioned to disrupt lenders and the big 4 banks?

| Lina Lim

Could MoneyMe Ltd (ASX: MME) disrupt traditional lenders such as Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) and Westpac Banking Corp…

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The Pointsbet share price is up 20% in 2020, is it time to buy?

| Lina Lim

The Pointsbet Holdings Ltd (ASX: PBH) share price has gone parabolic, soaring by more than 20% this year. Is now…

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How to set up your superannuation for success in 2020

| Ken Hall

If you're looking to set up your superannuation for the year ahead, check out my top tips to get the…

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What the biggest companies in the world all have in common

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how the largest ten companies on the planet compare when we look at past winners and losers

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

The Polynovo Ltd (ASX:PNV) share price and the Appen Ltd (ASX:APX) share price were amongst the best performers on the…

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

The Nufarm Limited (ASX:NUF) share price and the Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX:SUL) share price were amongst the worst performers…

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3 ASX 200 events you missed on Friday

| Ken Hall

Catch up on all of the ASX 200 news, events and announcements that you missed as the Aussie share market…

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Lynas sued in Malaysia, share price on watch

| Motley Fool Staff

Lynas Corporation Ltd's (ASX:LYC) share price will be watched on Monday after three people sued its Malaysian subsidiary. 

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This retailer is eyeing an IPO, despite difficult conditions

| Kate O'Brien

A youth clothing retailer is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering despite the difficult trading conditions plaguing the sector.

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ALL ORDINARIES finishes higher Friday: 8 ASX shares you missed

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)(ASX:XJO) and ALL ORDINARIES (Index:^AXAO) (ASX:XAO) finished up on Friday, here are 8 ASX shares you missed.

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Why the ASX banks are weighing down the ASX 200

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how the ASX banks like Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) are weighing the S&P/ASX 200 index down.

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Is the Domain share price a buy, or is it overshadowed by REA Group?

| Phil Harpur

Is the share price of Domain, REA Group’s rival, a buy?

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Fund managers have been buying these ASX tech shares

| James Mickleboro

Fund managers have been buying Redbubble Ltd (ASX:RBL) and this ASX tech share in the last few weeks. Here's what…

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Bank Shares

Are the ASX banks being disrupted?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are BN-PL companies like Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) disrupting the ASX banking sector?

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Is BHP about to be sued for $53 billion?

| Tristan Harrison

Mining giant BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP) could be sued in a $53 billion lawsuit because of the Samarco disaster.

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Share Gainers

Why Costa, ELMO, Sezzle, & Zip Co shares are ending the week on a high

| James Mickleboro

The Costa Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:CGC) share price and the Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) share price are two of four…

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The latest ASX stocks to be hit with a broker downgrade

| Brendon Lau

Our market is on maximum bullishness! Not only have we raced to a new record high this morning, but stocks…

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