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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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Bank Shares

Why is the NAB share price having such a cracker of a day?

| Aaron Teboneras

NAB shares are on the move.

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Share Gainers

Why ALS, Costa, Superloop, and Worley shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are on form on Wednesday...

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Gold

Why are ASX gold shares leaping today?

| Monica O'Shea

Gold prices jumped in the United States overnight.

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International Stock News

Why Apple escaped Tuesday's Nasdaq meltdown

| Eric Volkman

An analyst reiterates his very bullish view on the company's shares.

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Resources Shares

Own Lynas shares? So do these big institutional investors

| Sebastian Bowen

Who really owns Lynas Rare Earths shares? Let's find out...

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Resources Shares

Minbos share price rockets 21% on green hydrogen news

| James Mickleboro

It has been a great day for Minbos shares...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Could Tabcorp's newly demerged Lottery Corporation become a takeover target?

| Mitchell Lawler

One day into its listed life, and this is what investors are already discussing.

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 share with 'hidden value': fund manager

| Bernd Struben

The bigger ASX companies are well researched, so finding hidden value isn't easy.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Could the new Labor Government herald better days for Treasury Wine shares?

| Brooke Cooper

Prime minister Anthony Albanese has taken staunch stance against Chinese tariffs.

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Resources Shares

Why has the Fortescue share price gained 10% in a week?

| Aaron Teboneras

Fortescue shares have been on the move since last Wednesday.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Here's why the Airtasker share price is leaping 8% on Wednesday

| Tristan Harrison

Airtasker shares are rising after getting the go-ahead for its acquisition.

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Financial Shares

The Challenger share price is sliding 4% today. Is it a buy?

| Bernd Struben

Financial services companies are among those that stand to benefit from a higher interest rate environment.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

AGL share price lifts despite intensifying demerger opposition

| Zach Bristow

The pressure keeps on mounting for AGL.

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International Stock News

Why Tesla stock turned south today

| Rich Smith

And why this could be a buying opportunity for long-term investors.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 midday update: BHP and Pilbara Minerals shares tumble

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is having a strong day...

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Resources Shares

Do South32 shares have exposure to 'green metals'?

| Sebastian Bowen

South32 is a leading ASX miner. But how green is its portfolio?

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Healthcare Shares

Why is this ASX biotech share leaping 14% today?

| Monica O'Shea

Human trial success is boosting this ASX biotech share today.

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Blue Chip Shares

Is Telstra an ASX 200 share worth owning right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Are Telstra shares one of the better ASX blue-chip options in the current volatility?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Tabcorp share price slumps another 7% following demerger

| James Mickleboro

Tabcorp's shares are falling again on Wednesday...

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Technology Shares

What's happening with ASX 200 tech shares today?

| Bernd Struben

Rising interest rates and fears of a recession the United States are seeing growth assets come under pressure.

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Resources Shares

The Galileo Mining share price has been on a tear, but now it's halted. What's happening?

| Aaron Teboneras

Galileo Mining shares have been placed on ice for now...

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International Stock News

Why Snap stock cratered on Tuesday

| Danny Vena

The social media company issued a profit warning that sent ripples across Wall Street.

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Healthcare Shares

Nanosonics share price slides lower on business update

| James Mickleboro

Nanosonics shares are falling on Wednesday. Here's why...

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX 200 lithium shares primed to take off

| Zach Bristow

The lithium story continues to play out in 2022.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

What exactly is the difference between Woodside Energy (WDS) and Woodside Petroleum (WPL)?

| Bernd Struben

Oil and gas companies are looking ahead to the future global energy transition.

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Bank Shares

Own Westpac shares? Here's why the bank's $45b super business is hitting headlines

| Brooke Cooper

Westpac shareholders might want to keep their eyes peeled for a potential announcement.

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Energy Shares

Why is the APA share price lifting on Wednesday?

| Brooke Cooper

The company has begun work on the second stage of its gas grid's expansion.

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Earnings Results

Fisher & Paykel share price exhales following 'strong' full-year results

| Mitchell Lawler

The COVID-19 tailwind is beginning to taper off, but how did Fisher & Paykel perform in FY22?

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Dividend Investing

Looking to secure the Aristocrat biggest-ever dividend? Here's what you need to do

| Aaron Teboneras

Time is running out to secure the Aristocrat dividend...

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Capital Raising

Why is the Sayona Mining share price in a trading halt?

| James Mickleboro

Sayona Mining shares are in a trading halt. Here's why...

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Resources Shares

Pilbara Minerals share price falls despite record BMX auction

| James Mickleboro

The latest BMX auction has seen lithium prices rise again...

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Resources Shares

Why is the BHP share price sinking 10% today?

| James Mickleboro

BHP's shares are falling heavily on Wednesday. What's happening?

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Opinions

Why I think the Wesfarmers share price is a buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I believe that Wesfarmers shares look like good value right now.

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Dividend Investing

Hoping to bag the next CSR dividend? Here's what you need to know

| Aaron Teboneras

CSR announced its final dividend earlier this month. Here are the details.

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Bank Shares

What's the outlook for the CBA dividend in 2022 and 2023?

| Tristan Harrison

How large is the CBA dividend going to be in the next couple of years?

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Resources Shares

Can Rio Tinto shares deliver 20% growth AND a juicy dividend yield in the coming year?

| Tristan Harrison

Rio Tinto is expected to pay a big dividend. Can its share price keep rising as well?

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Dividend Investing

Experts name 2 ASX dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares have been named as buys...

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Opinions

3 'disruptive' ASX companies Aussies now can't live without

| Tony Yoo

This trio revolutionised our lives and adapted to deal with challengers. Can their growth continue in an uncertain world?

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Ask a Fund Manager

The best 2 ASX shares money can buy right now: expert

| Tony Yoo

Ask A Fund Manager: Catapult Wealth's Tim Haselum picks a pair of healthcare stocks as the most tempting investments currently.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the ASX 200 on Wednesday...

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