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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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ETFs

3 perfect ASX ETFs for beginners

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top picks for investors at the start of the journey.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie's top ASX stock picks after earnings season

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were back to selling this Thursday.

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Financial Shares

AMP shares up 33% in six months yet trading below the market P/E ratio. Buy, hold, or sell?

| Bronwyn Allen

Should you buy AMP shares? Here are some new expert ratings post-earnings season.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie is tipping 40% upside for this ASX 50 stock

| Cameron England

Packaging is big business, and this business is set to get even bigger.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 53% in a year, are Domino's shares now on sale?

| Bernd Struben

Domino’s shares have had a year to forget. But what about the year ahead?

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Broker Notes

Hold 'em, don't fold 'em: 2 ASX 200 shares to hold but not buy anew

| Bronwyn Allen

If you already own these ASX 200 shares, sit tight. Here's why these experts say they're worth holding.

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Technology Shares

Wisetech shares: 4 expert views on Australia's biggest tech stock

| Bronwyn Allen

WiseTech shares were among the heaviest fallers post-earnings report. Here's what the experts say.

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REITs

Data centre provider hires former AirTrunk exec as AI investment intensifies

| Cameron England

Investment in AI infrastructure is booming, with DigiCo looking to lead in Australia.

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Healthcare Shares

2 ASX stocks to buy today with $10,000

| Samantha Menzies

Analysts are positive about these shares.

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Share Gainers

Why Downer, Evolution Mining, Perenti, and Service Stream shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session despite the market weakness. But why?

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Share Gainers

Guess which junior ASX gold stock just more than doubled investors' money!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the microcap ASX gold stock today. But why?

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Technology Shares

Why this expert is calling time on DroneShield shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert forecasts headwinds for DroneShield shares. Here’s why.

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, Nine Entertainment, Perpetual, and Syrah shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling more than most on Thursday. But why?

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ETFs

Own A200 ETF? Here are your new investments

| Bronwyn Allen

S&P Dow Jones Indices has announced its next quarterly rebalance, which will impact A200 ETF.

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Healthcare Shares

After a horror month should you buy the dip on CSL shares?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on CSL shares.

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Industrials Shares

Shares flying after billions in new Defence contracts announced

| Cameron England

Major contracts for Defence spending have been awarded, sending one stock more than 10% higher.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 stock rises 4% on $2.7 billion defence contract

| Laura Stewart

Ventia Services shares have soared 43% for the year to date.

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ETFs

8% yield! Is VHY ETF a no-brainer buy today?

| Bronwyn Allen

The VHY ETF offers a trailing annual dividend yield of 8.3%, about 2.5x the ASX 200 average today.

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Resources Shares

This gold producer is up 40% in a month but says there's a record year ahead

| Cameron England

Kingsgate is forecasting a strong year of production from its mine in Thailand.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie predicts 17% and 26% upside for these ASX All Ords professional services stocks

| Cameron England

Strong building pipelines will keep Australia's service providers busy over the coming year.

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Resources Shares

ASX lithium stocks rebounding today after Wednesday's bloodbath

| Bernd Struben

ASX lithium shares are engineering a rebound on Thursday.

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Earnings Results

Meridian Energy shares: August 2025 operating results lift sales

| Laura Stewart

Meridian Energy shares are down 3% at the time of writing.

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Communication Shares

Down 36%! What just happened to this ASX 200 communications share?

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX 200 communications share just lost a third of its total market capitalisation. Here's why.

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Dividend Investing

2 dividend shares that have paid consistent income for multiple decades

| Samantha Menzies

These shares offer consistent passive income.

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Share Market News

Brickworks shareholders approve merger with Soul Patts: Key results and next steps

| Laura Stewart

What happens to Brickworks and Soul Patts shares now?

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Broker Notes

Index changes could create a buying opportunity

| Cameron England

These likely index changes could turn a profit for the canny trader.

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Energy Shares

Boss Energy shares sinking today on Honeymoon uranium project woes

| Bernd Struben

Boss Energy shares remain the most shorted on the ASX this week.

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Healthcare Shares

ASX biotech chair scoops up more stock

| Cameron England

The chair of this biotech leader has bought up more stock ahead of another expected solid year of growth.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie says these 2 ASX All Ords retail stocks could rise 20% and 36%

| Laura Stewart

Those looking to capitalise on rate cuts should take a closer look as these 2 opportunities.

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Share Market News

When is ASX AGM season, and what to expect this year?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what you need to know about AGM season.

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Superannuation

How the right superannuation portfolio mix from 45 can reshape your retirement

| Leigh Gant

A smarter portfolio mix now could turn average super into extraordinary wealth by retirement.

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Retail Shares

Should I buy ASX retail stocks before the Christmas season?

| Aaron Bell

Here’s the pros and cons of targeting these shares before Christmas. 

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Bank Shares

Why these brokers are very bullish on this ASX bank share

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why it’s time to be bullish on this bank.

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Share Market News

This Australian stock could be the hidden gem of the decade

| Leigh Gant

A loyal client base and record project wins are fuelling momentum for this ASX small-cap growth story.

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Dividend Investing

Broker says these ASX dividend shares are buys with 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

These shares offer larger than average payouts and are rated as buys by Bell Potter.

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Dividend Investing

10% yield! Are New Hope shares a no-brainer ASX dividend stock to buy today?

| Aaron Bell

Lets see how much passive income this dividend stock could bring. 

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ETFs

What does the surging Aussie dollar mean for non-hedged ASX ETFs?

| Aaron Bell

The Australian dollar has gained on major currencies this week.

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Share Market News

Here's why the ASX 200 could keep climbing higher in 2025

| Samantha Menzies

What is ahead for the remainder of the calendar year?

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ETFs

Why these ASX ETFs could be strong buy and hold picks

| James Mickleboro

Here are three funds that could do the business over the next decade and beyond.

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