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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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Earnings Results

Sonic Healthcare FY25 earnings: profit up 7%, guidance strong

| Laura Stewart

Sonic shares have opened 8% lower today.

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Earnings Results

Northern Star shares lift off as FY 2025 profits more than double

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into Northern Star shares today on rising profits and dividends.

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Earnings Results

Whitehaven Coal FY25 earnings: Profit, revenue, dividend highlights

| Laura Stewart

Whitehaven Coal delivered record revenues and robust profit.

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Earnings Results

Why are Megaport shares crashing today?

| Laura Stewart

Megaport shares have opened 19% lower, despite delivering double digit revenue growth.

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Bank Shares

Where next for the CBA share price?

| Aaron Bell

After dominating so much of the ASX headlines this past year, is the run over for CBA?

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Industrials Shares

This ASX industrials stock is up 50% YTD and is set to keep going

| Aaron Bell

One broker believes there’s more room to run on this company.

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Broker Notes

Why this ASX 200 share could deliver market-beating returns

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this blue chip could be in the buy zone right now.

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Earnings Results

Brambles FY25 earnings: Cash flow surges, new buy-back announced

| Laura Stewart

Brambles announced solid FY25 earnings and a new share buy-back, with strong results in cash flow and profitability.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: BHP, CSL, and NAB shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts at Morgans are saying about these popular stocks.

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Earnings Results

Super Retail Group posts record sales in FY25, lifts dividends

| Laura Stewart

Super Retail Group posted record FY25 sales, higher online revenue, and announced both ordinary and special dividends.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 14% return for this ASX 200 stock after its FY25 result

| James Mickleboro

Here's what Macquarie is tipping as a buy after results day.

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Opinions

Is the Magellan share price a buy after its FY25 result?

| Tristan Harrison

It’s time to think about Magellan as an investment proposition?

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Dividend Investing

Invest $5,000 in these top ASX dividend shares for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on these shares. Let's see why.

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Dividend Investing

Should you buy this dividend stock before earning results on Friday?

| Aaron Bell

This dividend stock could be undervalued 

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ETFs

3 international ASX ETFs beating the S&P 500 this year

| Aaron Bell

While global news has centred on US performance, these funds have rocketed upward. 

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Dividend Investing

Over 6% dividend yield! This cash cow never stops producing!

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX dividend share has provided an incredibly-consistent growing payout.

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How to invest

How to turn $500 a month into $1 million on the ASX

| James Mickleboro

This simple investment strategy could make you rich.

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Healthcare Shares

Is the CSL share price dirt cheap after crashing this week?

| James Mickleboro

Is this beaten down biotech cheap? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

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

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ETFs

Why I think this ASX ETF is a top buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This fund has all the characteristics needed to perform for investors.

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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 60

| James Mickleboro

How does your balance stack up against the average?

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International Stock News

Prediction: Nvidia's new China deal will be a game-changer. Here's why

| Adam Spatacco

Nvidia has agreed to pay 15% of its China sales to the U.S. government.

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Bank Shares

Guess which ASX 200 bank stock Macquarie tips to outperform in FY 2026

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts more growth ahead for this quality ASX 200 bank stock in FY 2026.

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Materials Shares

Are BHP shares are buy after its results?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what brokers are saying about the mining giant after its results.

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ETFs

3 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 10 years+

| James Mickleboro

Investors may want to check out these funds if they are looking for long term picks.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a decently positive hump day for the markets today.

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Record Highs

Own the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS)? It just hit a new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular index fund has never been more expensive.

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Earnings Results

Why is this roaring ASX 200 mining stock diving 8% today?

| Bart Bogacz

Torrid day for shareholders. But why?

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Energy Shares

Ampol shares: Buy, hold or sell after its FY25 result according to Macquarie?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what the broker thinks of the transport energy provider.

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Industrials Shares

Aurizon shares: Buy, hold or sell after its FY25 result?

| Samantha Menzies

The company's EBITDA result for FY25 was in line with market consensus.

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Technology Shares

Up 52% since April are WiseTech shares now a buy, hold or sell?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the outlook for the surging WiseTech share price.

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Communication Shares

Guess which ASX 200 online classifieds business Macquarie just tipped to rise 14%?

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert reckons there's plenty of upside left here.

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Financial Shares

Are HUB24 shares a buy after its FY25 result according to Macquarie?

| Samantha Menzies

The stock is 104% higher over the year.

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Share Fallers

3 ASX heavyweights stumble on earnings results

| Leigh Gant

Three household names on the ASX have taken a hit following their latest results.

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Share Gainers

Why HMC Capital, Lottery Corp, Magellan, and Stockland shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. But why?

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Bank Shares

What's going on with CBA shares today?

| James Mickleboro

The big four bank is having a volatile session.

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Share Fallers

Why this $8 billion ASX 200 energy stock just crashed 10%

| Bernd Struben

Investors are punishing the ASX 200 energy share today. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Arafura, DroneShield, Iluka, and James Hardie shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Energy Shares

Does Macquarie rate Woodside Energy shares a buy after its FY25 half-year result?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be excited about Woodside after the result?

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