Home / Australian Share Market News & Commentary

Australian Share Market News & Commentary

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

Latest News Articles

Ten happy friends leaping in the air outdoors.
Opinions

My top 10 ASX stocks to buy for 2026

| Samantha Menzies

These are my top picks for 2026.

Read more »

A mine worker looks closely at a rock formation in a darkened cave with water on the ground, wearing a full protective suit and hard hat.
Materials Shares

Why this ASX mid-cap stock is back in the spotlight today

| Aaron Teboneras

FireFly has secured fresh funding as investors assess the next phase of work at its Green Bay project in Canada.

Read more »

Two hands being shaken symbolising a deal.
Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX All Ords share is leaping higher today on acquisition news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX All Ords share following a strategic acquisition.

Read more »

Smiling miner.
Resources Shares

Why I'm bullish on the BHP share price as copper prices surge

| Grace Alvino

Iron ore gets the headlines, but copper is the real long-term story at BHP.

Read more »

Excited couple celebrating success while looking at smartphone.
Technology Shares

DroneShield share price jumps 6% on new contract wi

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are buying this popular stock today.

Read more »

A male investor sits at his desk looking at his laptop screen holding his hand to his chin pondering whether to buy Macquarie shares
International Stock News

1 unstoppable stock that could join Nvidia, Alphabet, Apple, and Microsoft in the $3 trillion club in 2026

| Anthony Di Pizio

Amazon is making a habit of beating Wall Street's expectations, so its stock might be undervalued right now.

Read more »

An oil refinery worker stands in front of an oil rig with his arms crossed and a smile on his face as the Woodside share price climbs today
Energy Shares

Woodside shares lift off amid big news out of Turkey

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up Woodside shares on Tuesday. Let’s see why.

Read more »

A male investor sits at his desk looking at his laptop screen holding his hand to his chin pondering whether to buy Macquarie shares
Energy Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is rising on big news

| James Mickleboro

Origin's investment in Kraken has proven to be a very smart move.

Read more »

Two fists connect in a surge of power, indicating strong share price growth or new partnerships for ASC mining and resource companies
Resources Shares

This strategic ASX mining stock has rocketed 3,122% just this year. Here's why

| Bart Bogacz

Strategic project.

Read more »

A team celebrates a win in the office.
Share Market News

Why did these ASX shares outperform their peers in 2025?

| Aaron Bell

Did you snap up any of these stocks this year?

Read more »

Woman operates drone flying overhead.
Industrials Shares

Why I'm buying and holding DroneShield shares forever

| Grace Alvino

Drones aren’t going away and neither is the threat.

Read more »

Business women working from home with stock market chart showing per cent change on her laptop screen.
Share Market News

Origin Energy retains 22.7% stake in Kraken after equity raise and Australian exclusivity waiver

| Laura Stewart

Origin Energy retains a 22.7% stake in Kraken after US$1 billion raise and waives Kraken platform exclusivity in Australia.

Read more »

A woman holds her hand out under a graphic hologram image of a human brain with brightly lit segments and section points.
AI Stocks

1 no-brainer artificial intelligence ASX stock down 30% to buy on the dip in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think this beaten down AI stock could be destined to deliver strong returns next year.

Read more »

A female broker in a red jacket whispers in the ear of a man who has a surprised look on his face as she explains which two ASX 200 shares should do well in today's volatile climate
Dividend Investing

Brokers name 3 ASX dividend stocks to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stocks are being tipped as buys for income investors.

Read more »

A father helps his son look through binoculars during a family holiday or day out in the city.
ETFs

Did these two ASX ETFs targeting developing economies beat your portfolio in 2025?

| Aaron Bell

Let's find out.

Read more »

Ecstatic man giving a fist pump in an office hallway.
ETFs

3 exciting ASX ETFs to buy with $3,000 in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great picks for investors in 2026.

Read more »

A couple are happy sitting on their yacht.
ETFs

3 Betashares ASX ETFs that smashed the ASX 200 this year

| Aaron Bell

Did you have these funds in your portfolio this year?

Read more »

Boral share price divestment Banknote ripped in half, representing stock split.
International Stock News

The next stock-split stock that could make you rich

| Manali Pradhan, CFA

Meta can be a smart pick for long-term investors.

Read more »

Image of young successful engineer, with blueprints, notepad and digital tablet, observing the project implementation on construction site and in mine.
Materials Shares

Did Fortescue, Rio Tinto or BHP shares perform better this year?

| Aaron Bell

Did you have exposure to the mining boom in 2025?

Read more »

A young woman looks happily at her phone in one hand with a selection of retail shopping bags in her other hand.
BNPL shares

Up 179% since April, why it's not too late to buy Zip shares for 2026

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager forecasts more outperformance from Zip shares in 2026.

Read more »

A man in suit and tie is smug about his suitcase bursting with cash.
Dividend Investing

Buy these amazing ASX dividend shares for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these dividend shares could be top picks for a passive income boost.

Read more »

Legendary share market investing expert and owner of Berkshire Hathaway Warren Buffett
How to invest

How to invest like Warren Buffett without picking ASX stocks

| James Mickleboro

Following this legend's investment philosophy could be a smart move in 2026.

Read more »

Three rockets heading to space
Opinions

If I could buy only 1 ASX stock to bet on the AI boom in 2026, it would be this one

| Samantha Menzies

The stock climbed more than 18% yesterday.

Read more »

Business woman watching stocks and trends while thinking
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

Read more »

A silhouette of a soldier flying a drone at sunset.
Technology Shares

If you think drones are the future of defence, these three ASX stocks might be for you

| Cameron England

Keen to get exposure to the growing drone technology sector? Have a look at these three ASX-listed companies.

Read more »

long term and short term on white cubes
Opinions

The forever portfolio: 3 ASX stocks to buy in 2025 and hold forever

| Tristan Harrison

Australians could set themselves up for life with these stocks.

Read more »

Man holding fifty Australian Dollar banknote in his hands, symbolising dividends, symbolising dividends.
How to invest

How to invest your first $500 in ASX shares the smart way

| James Mickleboro

Planning to start investing in January? Here's how you could do it.

Read more »

A woman standing on the street looks through binoculars.
Retail Shares

The pros and cons of buying Wesfarmers shares in 2026

| Tristan Harrison

This major business has impressive growth prospects in 2026 and beyond.

Read more »

asx silver shares represented by silver bull statue next to silver bear statue
Resources Shares

Silver surges to a record high. Is this ASX small-cap about to shine?

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver has surged to record highs in 2025. Here’s one ASX small cap offering pure exposure to the silver price.

Read more »

A man holding a cup of coffee puts his thumb up and smiles while at laptop.
Broker Notes

Why Morgans rates these popular ASX shares as buys

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares.

Read more »

A head shot of legendary investor Warren Buffett speaking into a microphone at an event.
International Stock News

If you'd invested $500 in Berkshire Hathaway Class B shares 10 years ago, here's how much you'd have today

| Bram Berkowitz

Berkshire Hathaway was run by Warren Buffett, who many consider to be the greatest investor of all time.

Read more »

A car dealer stands amid a selection of cars parked in a showroom.
Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

This ASX All Ords stock edges lower as investors digest key milestone

| Aaron Teboneras

After completing a major acquisition, this ASX All Ords stock is back in focus as investors assess the next phase.

Read more »

A woman in a bright yellow jumper looks happily at her yellow piggy bank.
Investing Strategies

My top 5 ASX 200 shares I would buy with $10,000

| Grace Alvino

$10,000. Five ASX 200 shares. Here’s where I’d invest today to stack the odds in my favour for long-term returns.

Read more »

A man scoots in superman pose across a bride, excited about a future with electric vehicles.
Materials Shares

This ASX lithium share is soaring 16% today. Here's why

| Aaron Teboneras

Lake Resources shares jumped 16% today after a sharp rebound in lithium prices reignited interest across the ASX lithium sector.

Read more »

fintech, smart investor, happy investor, technology shares,
Growth Shares

These ASX 200 growth shares could be much bigger in 2035

| James Mickleboro

Want to make buy and hold investments? Analysts think these shares could be top picks.

Read more »

Gen Zs hanging out with each other on their gadgets
ETFs

Too scared to pick stocks? These ASX ETFs are beginner friendly

| James Mickleboro

These funds give investors access to many of the best stocks from across the globe.

Read more »

A little boy surrounded by green grass and trees looks up at the sky, waiting for rain or sunshine.
Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why is Cobram Estate rocketing 17% today?

| Aaron Teboneras

Cobram Estate shares jump 17% today after a broker upgrade and renewed confidence in its US growth plans.

Read more »

Kid swinging his bat and playing backyard cricket with his parents.
Motley Fool Take Stock

Lessons from a 4-day long weekend

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Get your adrenaline shot somewhere else.

Read more »

a man in a business suite throws his arms open wide above his head and raises his face with his mouth open in celebration in front of a background of an illuminated board tracking stock market movements.
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 snap up these shares.

Read more »

A young farnmer raise his arms to the sky as he stands in a lush field of wheat or farmland.
Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

These agricultural stocks are fundamentally undervalued, Bell Potter says

| Cameron England

Bell Potter has named three stocks in the agricultural sector that it believes to be fundamentally undervalued.

Read more »