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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another disappointing session on the ASX this Thursday.

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Blue Chip Shares

Woolworths Group vs Telstra Group: Which ASX blue chip pays better passive income?

| Laura Stewart

Woolworths vs Telstra: Find out which ASX blue chip shines brighter for passive income-focused investors.

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Dividend Investing

Here's the dividend forecast out to 2029 for Woolworths shares

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how big the Woolworths dividends could be in the coming years.

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Dividend Investing

If I invest $15,000 in Atlas Arteria shares, how much would I get in dividends?

| Bronwyn Allen

Atlas Arteria shares have a forward dividend yield of 9.7%. What does that mean in dollar terms?

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Technology Shares

Nextdc vs Macquarie Technology Group: Which data centre share shines brighter?

| Laura Stewart

With the Firmus IPO up in the air, investors may be looking at other ASX-listed data centre players.

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Bank Shares

Westpac vs Macquarie Group: Which bank is better value now?

| Laura Stewart

Westpac vs Macquarie Group: which bank share offers Aussies better value for October? Here’s how the heavyweights compare on dividends,…

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Orica, Bank of Queensland, Megaport shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Morgans has just released new notes and ratings on these 3 ASX 200 shares.

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Retail Shares

Why are Lovisa shares crashing 9% today?

| Samantha Menzies

And find out what the experts think of the shares.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: IDP Education, Macmahon Holdings, Transurban shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Let's check out some new ratings on ASX shares today.

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Technology Shares

Xero shares crash 63% in a year: Is there any upside left?

| Samantha Menzies

Are Xero shares a buy, sell, or hold?

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Superannuation

Is $750,000 in superannuation enough to retire at 60?

| Grace Alvino

I crunch the numbers to see how much difference seven extra years of retirement could make.

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Technology Shares

How the Firmus float just tanked this company's share price

| Cameron England

Doubts about the massive data centre IPO are brewing.

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IPOs

Should you participate in Australia's second-largest IPO in history?

| Laura Stewart

The deal, shaped by hype and controversy, has investors on the edge of their seats.

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Resources Shares

Is BHP the best ASX mining share to buy for the next 5 years?

| Grace Alvino

I look at how copper, iron ore, and potash could reshape the mining giant over the next five years.

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Technology Shares

Life360 vs Droneshield: Which ASX tech stock is a better buy?

| Laura Stewart

Weighing up Life360 vs Droneshield? Here’s which ASX tech share I’d buy right now, based on the latest numbers.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX 200 shares I think could rise more than 10% in a year

| Grace Alvino

I think these three ASX shares have enough going for them to outperform over the next 12 months.

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Technology Shares

Could WiseTech shares be worth $50 again?

| Grace Alvino

I look at whether forecast earnings growth could support a recovery from $32 to $50.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue posts September 2026 quarterly earnings update

| Laura Stewart

Fortescue iron ore shipments fell 6% in Q1 2027, with debt up as the miner paid its final dividend and…

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Resources Shares

Ramelius Resources September quarter earnings: Gold production update and outlook

| Laura Stewart

Ramelius Resources lifted gold output and cash for the September quarter as it advances major projects and targets growth through…

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX passive income share ideas I'd use to generate $600 a month in 2027

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have incredibly high dividend yields.

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Healthcare Shares

UBS thinks Telix Pharmaceuticals shares will go how high?

| Cameron England

Good news out of the US has led to a share price target upgrade.

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Resources Shares

West African Resources delivers record Q3 gold output, on track for 2026 targets

| Laura Stewart

West African Resources delivered record group gold production in Q3 2026 and remains on track for annual guidance.

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52-Week Lows

NextDC, Generation Development, Fortescue shares hit 52-week low. Can they rebound?

| Samantha Menzies

Here’s what the experts think.

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Growth Shares

These 3 ASX shares have the ingredients of long-term compounders

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be well-positioned for growth in the future. Let's see why.

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ASX Share Market News

The Lottery Corporation vs Aristocrat Leisure: ASX shares compared

| Laura Stewart

Which is better for Aussie investors: The Lottery Corporation’s yield or Aristocrat’s growth? Here’s how the two compare on the…

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Broker Notes

Why this top broker is buying Charter Hall, Soul Patts, and Wesfarmers shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why Bell Potter is recommending a shift to quality shares.

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Gold

Could this ASX gold developer really rise 180%?

| Cameron England

Good exploration results have added to this company's momentum.

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Dividend Investing

Is this cheap ASX dividend share one of the best income buys?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is bullish on this undervalued share.

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ASX Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough day for Aussie investors. Here's what to expect.

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Bank Shares

If I invest $8,000 in CBA shares, what passive income could I earn in FY27 and FY28?

| Samantha Menzies

Brokers aren't too bullish about the outlook for the bank shares over the next 12 months, but its passive income…

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX blue-chip shares offering big dividend yields

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses can provide a lot of dividend income.

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Financial Shares

Soul Patts vs GQG Partners: Which is the stronger pick?

| Laura Stewart

Soul Patts vs GQG Partners: Here’s which ASX fund I think looks like the stronger buy after diving into the…

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips an 8% dividend yield and 46% share price gain for this stock

| Cameron England

This health stock is looking undervalued, the broker says.

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Superannuation

Average superannuation balance at age 56 in Australia in FY27. How does yours compare?

| Samantha Menzies

And some tips to boost your balance before it's too late.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing mid-week session today.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue vs PLS Group: Which ASX mining share is the better buy?

| Laura Stewart

Which blue chip miner offers more upside—Fortescue or PLS Group? I dig into the numbers, dividends, and value to find…

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Domino's Pizza Enterprises vs Guzman y Gomez: Which fast food stock offers better value?

| Laura Stewart

Comparing Domino's Pizza and Guzman y Gomez shares on valuation, yield, franking and recent momentum to spot which ASX fast…

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Dividend Investing

My favourite ASX passive income shares for retirees

| Grace Alvino

These three businesses combine established earnings with the potential for dividends to keep growing.

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Financial Shares

How much could the Macquarie share price rise in the next year?

| Tristan Harrison

Can this financial giant continue to deliver strong returns?

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REITs

Arena REIT shares in focus as Edge Early Learning lease update issued

| Laura Stewart

Arena REIT updates investors on the administration of Edge Early Learning and developments regarding leases for its early learning properties.

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