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Latest ASX share market news. Find out which Australian shares are moving the stock market today, and which shares to buy.

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Technology Shares

Why it's time to look past the "SaaSpocolypse" and target Aussie tech

| Aaron Bell

Here's why Aussies are pouring back into the tech sector.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares I'd hold through anything

| Marc Van Dinther

This trio has scale, resilience, and cash flow to endure market cycles.

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Dividend Investing

Bell Potter names the best ASX dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker has named these shares as best buys this month.

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Growth Shares

2 wonderful ASX All Ords stocks I'd buy today

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could deliver great returns. Here’s why…

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Community Service Announcement

Lest We Forget

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

It is our responsibility – our duty – to pause and reflect. To remember.

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Retirement

Almost ready to retire? I'd buy cheap ASX dividend shares for passive income

| Grace Alvino

Building passive income becomes more important near retirement. This is how I’d approach ASX dividend investing.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs with market-beating potential over the next 10 years

| James Mickleboro

These funds are highly rated for a reason.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre end to the trading week this Friday...

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Broker Notes

2 ASX 200 stocks that could rise 50%

| James Mickleboro

Morgans thinks the market is undervaluing these shares.

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Technology Shares

I was going to buy these ASX tech stocks. Now, I'm not so sure

| Sebastian Bowen

When the facts change, so should our buying...

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

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

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Economy

ASX 200 drops again. This is what's starting to worry investors

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 is tracking lower as volatility continues...

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Technology Shares

NextDC just raised $750 million, here's why the shares are climbing

| Marc Van Dinther

The financial boost could spark the next phase of growth.

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Broker Notes

6 ASX 200 shares downgraded by brokers this week

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers have reduced their ratings on TechnologyOne, Macquarie, 4DMedical, and others this week.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks storming higher in this week's sinking market

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX 200 stocks surging in this week’s tumbling market. But why?

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Healthcare Shares

This ASX biotech stock could deliver 40%-plus returns Morgans says

| Cameron England

This small company continues to kick goals.

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Fortescue, IGO, and Life360 shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Blue Chip Shares

3 ASX 200 blue-chip shares I'd buy with $5,000 in May

| Grace Alvino

With May approaching, I’ve been thinking about where I would put fresh money to work.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares lift as pessimism over Iran war deepens

| Bronwyn Allen

Oil and gas prices have spiked 15% to 18% this week amid ongoing constrained global supply.

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Share Market News

Why Newmont, PLS and Fortescue shares are grabbing headlines on Friday

| Bernd Struben

Fortescue, PLS and Newmont shares are grabbing investor interest on Friday. But why?

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Share Gainers

This ASX stock just landed a $110 million battery project. Shares near record highs.

| Aaron Teboneras

Genusplus shares lift after a $110 million battery project win in South Australia...

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Share Gainers

Why Newmont, Nuix, PLS, and Vulcan Energy shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares I'd buy if the market dropped again

| Grace Alvino

Instead of reacting to market volatility, I think it helps to be prepared.

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Resources Shares

Newmont shares jump again as record cash flow and buyback boost sentiment

| Aaron Teboneras

Newmont shares rise after reporting record cash flow and expanded buybacks.

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Technology Shares

This under the radar ASX tech company could deliver almost 50% returns: Broker

| Cameron England

A strong growth forecast could underpin healthy returns.

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Healthcare Shares

How high could Cochlear shares bounce back? Brokers disagree

| Cameron England

Despite bad news on the earnings front this week, Cochlear shares could still deliver upside.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX iron ore stock could rise 85% (hint, not Fortescue shares)

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be dirt cheap at current levels according to Bell Potter.

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Bank Shares

Guess which ASX 200 bank stock is pushing higher on Friday (hint, not CBA shares)

| Bernd Struben

While the big four banks are slipping in Friday morning trade, this ASX 200 bank stock is pushing higher. But…

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Materials Shares

This ASX lithium stock is bouncing back today. Here's why

| Aaron Teboneras

Vulcan shares rise after a key construction milestone at its Lionheart project.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX tech stock is rocketing 22% on big news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is giving this tech stock a big lift on Friday.

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Gold

Guess which ASX 300 gold stock is outperforming following 'a significant step forward' in Canada

| Bernd Struben

The ASX gold stock is rising in Friday’s falling market. But why?

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Growth Shares

3 amazing ASX growth shares that continue to stand out

| James Mickleboro

Looking for growth options? Here are three to consider.

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Materials Shares

IGO shares sink 14%. Here's what just spooked investors?

| Aaron Teboneras

IGO shares fall as lithium operations offset a strong Nova performance.

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Cheap Shares

3 ASX 200 shares too cheap to ignore after sell-offs

| Grace Alvino

Big share price declines don’t always mean the story is broken.

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Materials Shares

PLS shares jump 6% on record quarter and massive cash generation

| James Mickleboro

The lithium miner is swimming in cash thanks to low costs and strong prices.

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Materials Shares

Why are Fortescue shares falling today?

| James Mickleboro

This iron ore giant was impacted by bad weather during the third quarter.

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Energy Shares

Why the Woodside share price has climbed 40% in 2026

| Leigh Gant

Is the rally built to last, or is the easy money already made?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

EVT flags FY26 EBITDA growth amid hotel strength and portfolio changes

| Laura Stewart

EVT expects EBITDA growth for FY26, with hotels leading performance and ongoing portfolio upgrades supporting future results.

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ESG

What is the best performing ESG ASX ETF in 2026?

| Aaron Bell

These ethical funds have had mixed returns this year.

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Technology Shares

NEXTDC launches $750m wholesale notes to boost growth funding

| Laura Stewart

NEXTDC lifts liquidity with $750m wholesale notes, supporting its capital plan and data centre growth ambitions.

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