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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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Broker Notes

Morgans just upgraded these ASX 200 stocks

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these stocks this week.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares went backwards again this Thursday.

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Share Market News

Orica shares have soared 40% this year on record profit. Can they keep going?

| Kevin Gandiya

Expectations are high, but this growth story could still have legs.

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Real Estate Shares

How much could $10,000 in REA Group shares be worth in a year?

| Aaron Bell

Are REA shares a buy low candidate?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Is inflation about to take the steam out of Coles shares?

| Bernd Struben

A leading investment expert delivers his verdict on Coles shares.

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International Stock News

If you'd invested $100 in Amazon stock 3 years ago, here's how much you'd have today

| John Bromels

Three years ago, Amazon's stock was reeling from post-lockdown woes. How's it doing since?

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Technology Shares

Macquarie tips more than 20% upside for Megaport shares

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock has Macquarie firmly in its corner.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL, Sonic, and Sigma Healthcare shares: Buy, hold, or sell?

| Bronwyn Allen

Analysts share their ratings and opinions on 3 large-cap ASX 200 healthcare stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Are Woodside shares still a good buy for passive income?

| Bernd Struben

A leading investment expert delivers his verdict on Woodside shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

GrainCorp shares tumble 11% as profit disappoints investors

| Kevin Gandiya

Solid operational performance wasn’t enough to offset weaker earnings.

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52-Week Highs

Why are Core Lithium shares soaring 27% to a 52-week high today?

| Bronwyn Allen

Core Lithium shares have new momentum due to higher lithium prices and an update released this week.

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Energy Shares

Where to from here for the Beach Energy dividend?

| Cameron England

Could the Beach Energy dividend be at risk given the company's strategic focus?

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Share Market News

Top broker says that Mineral Resources shares are a buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why Bell Potter is bullish on this miner following its update.

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Materials Shares

IGO share price rips 16% and leads the market today

| Bronwyn Allen

IGO shares hit a new 52-week high today, as did Pilbara Minerals, Liontown Resources, and Core Lithium.

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Share Market News

DroneShield responds to ASX price query after director share trades

| Laura Stewart

DroneShield confirms compliance with ASX rules following a significant share price drop.

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AI Stocks

NextDC shares slide on thumping protest vote at the annual general meeting

| Cameron England

Shareholders in this data centre company are not happy with the pay settings for top talent.

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Resources Shares

Why mining stocks can keep rallying: Expert

| Aaron Bell

Thought you missed out on the bull run? This expert says mining stocks can continue rising.

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Bank Shares

Why are ANZ shares sinking over 5% today?

| James Mickleboro

The banking giant's shares are out of favour on Thursday. Let's find out why.

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ETFs

Looking for ASX ETF inspiration? Experts nominate 3 to buy today

| Bronwyn Allen

There are more than 400 ETFs to choose from on the ASX.

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Materials Shares

James Hardie shares plummeted 50% this year: Time to buy or signal to sell up?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what I think will happen next.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie prefer Rio Tinto or BHP shares?

| Bernd Struben

Should you buy Rio Tinto shares or BHP shares? Here’s Macquarie’s take.

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ETFs

3 explosive ASX ETFs for investors chasing growth

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these exciting funds could be worth a spot in some portfolios.

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Broker Notes

Up 133% in a year, why Macquarie just lifted its price target on this ASX 200 gold stock

| Bernd Struben

Recent news saw Macquarie lift its price target for this surging ASX 200 gold stock.

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Opinions

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Experts are sure these shares are heading up...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Is this ASX food producer a takeover target after its "deeply disappointing" share price performance?

| Cameron England

Share price weakness could raise the possibility of a buyout offer.

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Share Market News

Flight Centre shares tipped to fly 35% higher

| Samantha Menzies

Macquarie analysts have revealed their latest outlook on the stock.

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Financial Shares

Macquarie tips more than 50% upside for this ASX 200 stock

| Cameron England

Private credit can be hard to get a handle on, but Macquarie analysts are here to help.

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Resources Shares

Short sellers launch attack against $1.9 billion Australian critical minerals outfit

| Cameron England

A US investment firm says this Australian critical minerals producer is very overvalued.

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Financial Shares

Bell Potter tips a further 27% upside for this hot ASX financials stock

| Aaron Bell

This red hot stock is set to continue growing.

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Dividend Investing

Buying Telstra shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get right now

| Sebastian Bowen

This dividend favourite doesn't disappoint...

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Earnings Results

GrainCorp posts robust FY25 profit and maintains dividend

| Laura Stewart

GrainCorp’s FY25 result saw strong grain volumes, record oilseed crush, and a steady 48c dividend for shareholders.

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Share Fallers

Why is the DroneShield share price crashing 31% on Thursday?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are dumping DroneShield shares today. Let’s see why.

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Share Market News

Superloop posts strong revenue growth and its first net profit since 2020

| Laura Stewart

Superloop posted strong FY25 revenue growth, its first net profit since 2020, and entry into the ASX 200.

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Graincorp, Webjet, and Xero shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are being sold off on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Down 22% this year, does Macquarie rate Inghams shares a buy?

| Aaron Bell

Is it time to buy low on this struggling stock?

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Share Gainers

Why Breville, Flight Centre, Navigator Global, and Regis Resources shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market weakness on Thursday.

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Earnings Results

Paladin Energy share price: Q1 FY26 earnings reveal cash boost and narrowed loss

| Laura Stewart

Paladin Energy posted a US$9.9 million net loss for Q1 FY26 but boosted its balance sheet with a large capital…

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Share Market News

AUB Group holds its AGM

| Laura Stewart

In FY25, the company reported a 17% lift in profit and upbeat FY26 guidance.

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Travel Shares

Why are Webjet shares getting smashed today?

| Cameron England

Webjet shares have been sold down sharply after an update to the market.

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Resources Shares

Minerals Resources shares shoot 21% higher this week: Buy, hold or sell?

| Samantha Menzies

Here’s what Macquarie analysts think.

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