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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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ETFs

Why these ASX ETFs could be strong buys for investors in their 40s

| Grace Alvino

In your 40s, investing is about balancing growth with resilience. These ETFs could provide that structure.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX 200 shares tipped to more than double in value

| Marc Van Dinther

Some brokers are seeing massive upsides of 115% to 155% ahead.

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ETFs

How to build a 'lazy' passive income portfolio with just 1 ASX ETF

| Grace Alvino

A single ASX ETF can deliver diversification, quarterly income, and simplicity for investors who want passive cash flow without constant…

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Dividend Investing

No savings at 30? Here's how I'd aim for an extra $24,600 a year in retirement boosting passive income buying ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

Regular investments in quality ASX shares can lead to life-changing passive income by retirement.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a volatile start to the trading week this Monday.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: HMC Capital, Ramsay Health Care, and Sigma shares

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has given its verdict on these shares this month.

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Technology Shares

How low can WiseTech shares go?

| Aaron Teboneras

WiseTech shares have plunged more than 60% from their peak.

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Materials Shares

Lynas shares jump to 5-month high. Can this rally continue?

| Aaron Teboneras

Rare earths momentum sends Lynas shares to a 5-month high.

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Share Gainers

These ASX defence stocks are rallying. Is it too late to buy?

| Aaron Teboneras

3 ASX defence stocks surge as Middle East tensions escalate.

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Retail Shares

I'd buy 3,033 shares of this ASX stock to aim for $200 a month of passive income

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are compelling options for income.

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Broker Notes

Up 41% last week, why this buy rated ASX 300 stock is tipped to leap another 69%

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker forecasts more outsized gains ahead for this resurgent ASX 300 tech stock.

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Gold

This newly-producing ASX gold company could almost double in value: Broker

| Cameron England

Significant cash flows are in the wings.

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Energy Shares

This ASX 200 energy stock just jumped 13%. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Oil stocks are going ballistic today...

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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 buy these shares.

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $20,000 in ASX growth shares this month

| Grace Alvino

This is the mix I’d choose for long-term growth potential.

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Small Cap Shares

Morgans names 3 small-cap ASX shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is bullish on these under the radar shares.

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Resources Shares

This ASX small-cap miner could more than double: Broker

| Cameron England

Record results and a buyback should make investors take notice.

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Bank Shares

How the CBA share price rocketed 17% in February

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares stormed higher in February, even with the big four bank stock trading ex-dividend.

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Energy Shares

Oil prices rocket to 4-year high as ASX energy giants surge

| Aaron Teboneras

Oil surges to a 4-year high as ASX energy stocks rally.

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BNPL shares

Are Block shares back in play?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are upbeat and see a 70% to 170% upside.

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Technology Shares

Why DroneShield shares soared in February and are rocketing into March

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent DroneShield shares surging in February and are piling into the ASX 200 defence stock again today.

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Investing Strategies

5 top ASX 200 shares I'd buy in March

| Grace Alvino

These are the ASX 200 shares I’d add to a portfolio right now.

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Share Gainers

Why Ampol, EOS, Lynas, and Woodside shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week with a bang. But why?

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Earnings Results

Michael Hill shares hit 12-month high after first-half profit jump

| Aaron Teboneras

Michael Hill profit jumps 28% as its shares hit a 12-month high.

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Fortescue, Qantas, and Westpac shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

5 of the best ASX 200 stocks to buy and hold in February revealed

| Bernd Struben

These five ASX 200 stocks rocketed 17% to more than 27% in February. Here’s how.

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Industrials Shares

This under the radar ASX defence company could more than double in value, a broker says

| Cameron England

The future for this junior defence company is looking bright.

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Industrials Shares

EOS shares leap 13% as investor confidence returns

| Aaron Teboneras

Investor confidence returns as EOS locks in new orders.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Star Entertainment Group reports a loss but says improvements are in the wings

| Cameron England

Turnover has been on the slide as efforts to turn the business around continue.

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Broker Notes

What are analysts saying about CAR, Wesfarmers, and Xero shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if they are bullish or bearish on these names.

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Energy Shares

The PLS Group share price has soared 150% in a year. Is it still a buy in March?

| Tristan Harrison

Lithium has seen an incredible turnaround. Can it continue recharging?

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Energy Shares

Santos and Woodside shares surging higher on Monday as oil price in focus amid Iran strikes

| Bernd Struben

Santos and Woodside shares are storming higher today amid Middle East conflict fears.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: CSL, TechnologyOne, and Woodside shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdicts on these shares. Here's what they are saying.

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Opinions

2 great ASX 200 blue-chip shares I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks are undervalued after the results.

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Share Market News

Ampol updates investors as ACCC narrows focus on EG Australia deal

| Laura Stewart

The ACCC narrowed competition concerns relating to Ampol’s proposed acquisition of EG Australia.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX shares highly recommended to buy: Experts

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have a lot of potential for returns…

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Broker Notes

Why this ASX 200 stock is being tipped to rocket 100%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer with the stock according to Bell Potter.

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Resources Shares

Is the Fortescue share price a buy in March?

| Tristan Harrison

Could the ASX mining share be a smart buy today?

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Broker Notes

Top broker upgrades Boss Energy shares to a buy rating

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker has become bullish on this name.

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Energy Shares

Which junior oil and gas company has just fielded a takeover bid?

| Cameron England

The deal has been pitched at a modest premium.

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