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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 Macquarie still underweight on the big 4 banks?

| Samantha Menzies

Macquarie has updated its target price on Australia's big 4 banks.

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Resources Shares

BHP doubles down on copper with massive Olympic Dam spend

| Cameron England

The big Australian has flagged a massive capital expenditure boost to increase copper output in South Australia.

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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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ASX Live Coverage

Media company shares on the slide after merger opposition emerges

| Cameron England

A shareholder in Southern Cross Media wants a resolution passed which could scuttle the company's proposed merger.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 7.3%: Inside Woolworths stock's horror September

| Sebastian Bowen

Things went from bad to worse for Woolies over September.

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, Nick Scali, Pilbara Minerals, and VEEM shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Communication Shares

How did Telstra shares stack up to the ASX 200 in September?

| Bernd Struben

Telstra shareholders will have banked the final dividend payout in September.

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Share Gainers

Why Austal, Bravura, DroneShield, and Westgold shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Travel Shares

After hitting record highs in August, what happened with Qantas shares in September?

| Bernd Struben

Stockholders will have locked in the jumbo-sized Qantas dividend in September.

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Gold

This Aussie gold miner has more than doubled its reserves of the precious metal

| Cameron England

As the gold price tests new record highs, this Western Australia-focused miner continues to boost its gold inventory.

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Gold

How long can the gold price keep breaking new record highs?

| Bernd Struben

The surging gold price is welcome news for investors in ASX gold stocks. But can it continue?

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Gold

Why this ASX gold stock could be dirt cheap

| James Mickleboro

This ASX gold stock could be undervalued according to Bell Potter.

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Broker Notes

Why this exciting ASX stock could rocket 90%!

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is tipping this stock to almost double in value from current levels.

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Technology Shares

Macquarie initiates coverage on this ASX tech stock; tipping 50% upside

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock could deliver big returns over the next 12 months according to the broker.

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Share Market News

Silver price outpaces gold in 2025 with two ETFs in focus

| Leigh Gant

The silver rally is on and two ASX ETFs give investors a simple way to join in.

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Healthcare Shares

Why did CSL shares sink again in September?

| Bernd Struben

CSL shares trailed the benchmark again in September. But why?

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Technology Shares

This billion dollar software firm's shares just jumped more than 20% on a profit upgrade

| Cameron England

Better-than-expected revenue and profits have sent this ASX 300 tech stock's shares higher.

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Blue Chip Shares

5 blue chip ASX 200 shares to buy in October and hold for 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be great long term options according to analysts.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares under pressure as rumours swirl about Chinese iron ore import ban

| Cameron England

BHP is not commenting on a supposed Chinese ban on buying its iron ore, as the company's shares tick lower.

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Gold

Up 88% in 2 months, guess which ASX 200 gold stock is soaring again today!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending this ASX 200 gold stock surging on Wednesday. But why?

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Share Market News

Which ASX 200 stock is raising funds for $1b international expansion deal?

| James Mickleboro

This local leader has set its sights on the Canada market.

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Gold

Is this ASX gold stock a takeover target?

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner's core operations have caught the eye of suitors.

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Energy Shares

This popular ASX 200 uranium stock is falling despite big news

| James Mickleboro

This uranium miner's leadership is changing from today.

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ETFs

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) share price a buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this the right time to invest in the wider ASX share market?

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Broker Notes

Up 225% in one year! What's next for this ASX materials stock?

| Aaron Bell

Can this ASX star keep the party going? Or is it time to sell?

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Dividend Investing

Here are 2 ASX income stocks with yields above 8%

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses offer impressively large dividend yields.

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Retail Shares

Down 12% in September, are Lovisa shares a buy the dip opportunity?

| Laura Stewart

The fast fashion retailer has soared nearly 400% in 5 years.

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Dividend Investing

5 excellent ASX dividend shares to buy in October

| James Mickleboro

These shares are being tipped as buys for income investors.

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Share Gainers

These were the best-performing ASX 200 shares in September

| James Mickleboro

These shares made investors smile last month. Let's see what drove them higher.

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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 local market on hump day.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 bank launches $150m Tier 2 capital issue with improved pricing

| Laura Stewart

This shows strong demand and a positive credit profile.

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 3,158 shares of this ASX 200 stock to aim for $200 a month of passive income

| Tristan Harrison

This business could deliver pleasing income for investors.

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Industrials Shares

ASX 200 company announces major board changes

| Laura Stewart

Among the changes announced, its CEO will become Managing Director.

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Dividend Investing

Where I'd invest $5,000 in ASX dividend stocks for October

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses look like excellent buys right now.

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International Stock News

Is Nvidia stock a buy heading into October?

| George Budwell

Wall Street's most valuable company just posted 56% revenue growth, but a growing chorus of skeptics thinks the AI party…

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ETFs

5 top ASX ETFs to buy in October

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes these funds top picks for investors right now.

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Growth Shares

Buy these ASX 200 growth shares for 10% to 35% returns

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter sees potential for market-beating returns from these shares.

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How to invest

How to turn spare change into serious wealth on the ASX

| James Mickleboro

Giving up your daily coffee to free up $50 a week could help your grow wealth.

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Materials Shares

1 magnificent ASX stock down 23% to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Could now be a good time to invest in this beaten down stock? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a sobering Tuesday session for investors.

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