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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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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is crashing 11% on trading update

| James Mickleboro

It was a bit of a mixed half for this retailer and its brands.

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Dividend Investing

Global X announces dividends for DTEC, WIRE and other ASX ETFs

| Bronwyn Allen

Investors will be paid this week.

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Broker Notes

Buy this 'unique' ASX mining stock for a 17% return: Bell Potter

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is bullish on this stock.

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Healthcare Shares

Insiders are buying. Can Pro Medicus shares finally turn the corner?

| Aaron Teboneras

Insider buying puts Pro Medicus shares in focus after steep pullback, raising questions about downside risk and upside potential.

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Share Market News

Super Retail Group reports record H1 FY26 trading result

| Laura Stewart

Super Retail Group delivered record first-half FY26 sales and profit before tax, with ongoing operational investments and no drawn bank…

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Share Market News

Aristocrat Leisure scores $190m settlement and ends Light & Wonder litigation

| Laura Stewart

Aristocrat Leisure secures $190 million settlement from Light & Wonder, ending IP dispute and boosting its earnings outlook.

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ETFs

3 strong ASX ETFs to buy for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top picks for income investors in January.

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Communication Shares

Are these 2 ASX 200 media shares a bargain?

| Marc Van Dinther

Challenges remain, but analysts see upside for the battered stocks.

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Share Market News

Light & Wonder settles Aristocrat lawsuit with $190m payout

| Laura Stewart

Light & Wonder settles litigation with Aristocrat Leisure, agreeing to pay US$127.5 million and withdraw disputed games globally.

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ETFs

Own IVV ETF? Here are your returns for 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

US stocks outperformed ASX shares but the stronger Aussie dollar eroded returns for IVV ETF investors.

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Dividend Investing

3 defensive ASX dividend shares to buy with $10,000

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be top picks for income investors looking for defensive options.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 41% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This business is down but it could be a great time to buy.

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Resources Shares

Silver, lithium, and critical minerals commodities book double digit gains in just one week

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's why these commodities surged last week, and some of the ASX shares that benefitted.

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Best Shares

Brokers rate 3 ASX All Ords shares that more than tripled in value in 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

Is their amazing run done?

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ETFs

3 reasons to buy and hold the NDQ ETF for 10 years

| James Mickleboro

This fund could be a great long term pick for Aussie investors.

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Bank Shares

Here's the earnings forecast out to 2030 for Bendigo Bank shares

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors bank on earnings growth for this company?

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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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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear shares lag the ASX 200 after a tough year. Is it time to buy?

| Aaron Teboneras

Investors continue to question valuation and wait for stronger earnings momentum.

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Dividend Investing

Down 16%: Is this 8% yield ASX mining stock a buy?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are mixed on this ASX dividend share.

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Technology Shares

Codan shares hit another all-time high. Can the rally keep going?

| Aaron Teboneras

The next test will come in February when the company releases its results.

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Dividend Investing

Vanguard reveals next lot of dividends for VAS and other ASX ETFs

| Bronwyn Allen

Vanguard has revealed the final distribution amounts for its ASX ETFs and when it will pay investors.

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Retail Shares

Top 5 ASX 200 retail shares of 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

It was all looking fine until inflation ticked back up and the RBA flagged the possibility of a rate hike…

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Materials Shares

James Hardie shares rebound from 5-year low. Is the worst finally over?

| Aaron Teboneras

After falling 35% in a year, James Hardie shares are stabilising as guidance improves and buyers slowly return.

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Technology Shares

Buy this ASX tech stock now for the long run

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers see 60%+ upside for this sports tech share.

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Cheap Shares

2 ASX shares these experts rate as a buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

Experts think these stocks are underrated buys.

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Best Shares

Experts rate 3 ASX 200 stars of 2025: Is there more growth ahead?

| Bronwyn Allen

These shares were the highest risers within their respective sectors last year. Experts reveal their ratings.

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Investing Strategies

How I'd invest $50,000 across ASX shares today

| Grace Alvino

If I had $50,000 to invest today, I wouldn’t overcomplicate it. I’d focus on quality and patience.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A decent session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Blue Chip Shares

Should you buy Wesfarmers shares before February?

| Grace Alvino

With earnings season approaching, investors may be weighing whether Wesfarmers’ recent pullback presents a buying opportunity.

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Materials Shares

Up 260% in a year, can this ASX 200 lithium stock keep climbing in 2026?

| Aaron Teboneras

Is there still upside left in 2026?

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Opinions

Time to sell? These were my worst ASX shares in 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

These stocks proved to be losers last year...

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52-Week Lows

Snap up these ASX 200 stocks trading close to 52-week lows

| Aaron Bell

Bargain hunters might be interested in these struggling stocks.

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Industrials Shares

Why did Morgans just downgrade its view on this ASX industrials stock?

| Aaron Bell

Is this toll road operator worth buying?

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ETFs

3 undervalued ASX ETFs with proven track records

| Aaron Bell

These funds have proved successful over the long-term despite recent struggles.

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ETFs

Why I own these amazing ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

There are good reasons why these funds earn a spot in my portfolio.

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Bank Shares

How much passive income could I earn from Westpac shares

| James Mickleboro

Is the bank a good option for income investors? Let's find out.

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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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Resources Shares

ASX 200 materials sector dominates as scores of mining shares hit new highs

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP, Rio Tinto, Sandfire, PLS Group, Liontown, Regis, and South32 hit 52-week highs last week.

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Energy Shares

PLS Group shares: After a year of outperformance, is it still a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

This business has charged higher. Is the ASX lithium share still attractive?

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How to invest

How to become rich with ASX shares over the next 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Here's how you could build wealth with ASX shares.

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