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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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Resources Shares

Is there any value left in the Rio Tinto share price?

| Samantha Menzies

The mining giant and its share price has been in focus this week.

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Share Market News

Own Xero shares? Your US$2.5b game-changing acquisition is now complete

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Xero has just acquired for a hefty sum.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 soars on new rate cut hopes after unemployment hits 4-year high

| Bronwyn Allen

Unemployment rose last month to its highest level since November 2021, according to new data.

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Share Gainers

Why AMP, GQG, Jumbo, and Mayne Pharma shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. But why?

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Industrials Shares

Broker Euroz Hartleys thinks you should join me in owning this small cap industrial stock

| Cameron England

In the market for double-digit returns as well as dividends? Look no further.

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Gold

Which gold company's shares have hit a record high on new production news?

| Cameron England

Mining has started at this company's new gold project in West Africa.

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Materials Shares

What's Macquarie's price target on James Hardie shares?

| Samantha Menzies

The broker reveals its latest stance on the stock.

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Share Fallers

Why Lynas Rare Earths, EOS, Novonix, and Xero shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are missing out on the good times on Thursday. But why?

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Communication Shares

Underlying earnings more than double for this major media player as takeover news looms

| Cameron England

This major radio producer has delivered a solid first quarter.

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Gold

This ASX 200 gold mining stock could drop 33%: Macquarie

| Samantha Menzies

The gold miner's share price has stormed higher again today.

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Share Market News

 Does Macquarie rate Liontown Resources shares a buy, hold or sell?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if the broker thinks this stock will roar higher or if investors should avoid it.

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Industrials Shares

Here's a potential double-digit trade gain, following Mayne Pharma's takeover court win

| Cameron England

A once-stalled takeover deal for Mayne Pharma still represents value for traders.

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Share Market News

Genesis Minerals reports record gold production and strong cash flow for September quarter

| Laura Stewart

Genesis Minerals delivered record gold production and strong cash build in the September quarter, reaffirming FY26 guidance.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie predicts a 20%+ return from this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

Here's why the broker thinks investors should be snapping up this stock before it's too late.

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Share Market News

Will the ASX 200 end 2025 at an all-time high? Here are 3 signals to watch

| Samantha Menzies

What's ahead for the remainder of 2025?

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How to invest

How Australians in their 30s are investing for financial freedom beyond property

| Leigh Gant

Build wealth your own way and see how investing in shares could unlock financial freedom in your 30s.

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International Stock News

Best bargain "Magnificent Seven" buy: Alphabet vs. Meta Platforms

| Adria Cimino

Alphabet and Meta are leaders in their markets.

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Energy Shares

Santos shares fall on FY25 guidance downgrade

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the energy giant reported this morning.

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Share Market News

GQG Partners: Third quarter dividend announced

| Laura Stewart

The dividend equates to 90% of estimated Q3 distributable earnings

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Industrials Shares

DroneShield says the counter-drone market is worth north of US$60 billion in huge market update

| Cameron England

DroneShield says the counter-drone market is growing rapidly as the technology is increasingly seen as critical.

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Earnings Results

Stockland earnings: 1Q26 update

| Laura Stewart

Stockland posted a solid 1Q26 update, maintaining guidance and reporting growth in housing and logistics leasing.

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Share Market News

Why are AMP shares jumping 14% to a multi-year high today?

| James Mickleboro

This stock is trading at levels not seen in years. Let's find out why.

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Financial Shares

This blue chip ASX 200 share just delivered solid Q1 growth

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how this blue chip performed during the first quarter.

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ETFs

Have you considered exposure to royalty income for your ASX ETF portfolio?

| Aaron Bell

This unique fund could provide diversification to your portfolio.

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Energy Shares

Which ASX 200 uranium stock is rising on new US discovery?

| James Mickleboro

This uranium stock has made a key announcement this morning.

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Share Market News

ARB Corporation holds AGM

| Laura Stewart

In FY25, ARB Corporation reported higher sales, lower profit, boosted dividends, and continued global expansion.

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Growth Shares

A $10,000 stake in this ASX growth stock bought in January is now worth…

| Aaron Bell

This growth stock has flown past the market this year.

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REITs

Which ASX REITs are a buy, hold and sell according to Bell Potter?

| Aaron Bell

Here is fresh analysis from Bell Potter on the REIT sector.

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Dividend Investing

2 dividend champions I'd buy and hold for life

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for income investors. Let's find out why.

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Earnings Results

Mercury NZ reports revenue and profit growth on renewables push

| Laura Stewart

Mercury NZ reports revenue and profit growth as renewable investments pay off.

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Opinions

Analysts have rated these ASX shares as a strong buy: Here's what I think

| Tristan Harrison

I’m not quite as bullish as some analysts.

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Share Market News

2 ASX shares under $20 to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Investors can pick up these shares for less than a Netflix subscription.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter is bullish on this ASX penny stock with 30% upside!

| Aaron Bell

Could this ASX penny stock be a long-term winner?

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Resources Shares

Up 75% in one month! This ASX mining stock is flying on "exceptional" silver results

| Bart Bogacz

Hitting paydirt.

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ETFs

This ASX ETF is already up almost 30% since opening in May

| Aaron Bell

This fund has raced ahead of the market since May.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Baby Bunting, Rio Tinto, and SRG Global

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these three shares.

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Technology Shares

These 3 little-known ASX defence stocks are booming amidst sector-wide surge

| Bart Bogacz

Under the radar.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Will it be another positive session for Aussie investors? Let's find out.

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How to invest

How to turn your savings into a $100,000 share portfolio

| James Mickleboro

It isn't as hard as you might think to build a big investment portfolio.

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International Stock News

Opinion: Say goodbye to Nvidia's biggest competitive edge in 2026

| Manali Pradhan

Investors should monitor Nvidia's competitive landscape closely.

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