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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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BNPL shares

Here's why ASX BNPL shares are in the spotlight today

| Mitchell Lawler

The buy now, pay later sector is in focus today as new reforms seek to hold it to the same…

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International Stock News

Wall Street's bullish take on the metaverse fuels big moves in these 3 cryptocurrencies today

| Chris MacDonald

The metaverse may be a virtual space, but it's providing very real returns for investors.

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Transport Shares

Why has the Aurizon (ASX:AZJ) share price had such a lacklustre start to December?

| Zach Bristow

Australia's largest rail freight operator is feeling the effects of the coal price plummet.

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Energy Shares

These were the 5 best-performing ASX hydrogen shares of November

| Brooke Cooper

If you owned these ASX hydrogen stocks in November, you picked a winner.

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International Stock News

Why Cryptocurrency Mining Stocks Were Up Big Today

| Jon Quast

Stocks and cryptocurrencies are bouncing back after recent pullbacks.

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Cryptocurrencies

Can Bitcoin and other cryptos be used as an inflation hedge?

| Bernd Struben

With inflation in most developed nations on the rise, what role could cryptos play?

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Share Gainers

Playside (ASX:PLY) share price surges on Shiba Inu Games deal

| Tristan Harrison

Playside shares are in focus on a deal with Shiba Inu Games.

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International Stock News

This crypto token could be 3 days away from passing Shiba Inu

| Chris MacDonald

Crypto.com Coin is rising at a rate that could put this token ahead of Shiba Inu by the end of…

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Broker Notes

Top broker tips Vulcan Energy (ASX:VUL) share price to more than double

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share could be in the buy zone...

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BNPL shares

Why did the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price go backwards in November?

| Brooke Cooper

Last month was tough for the BNPL giant's stock...

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Energy Shares

Why has the Woodside (ASX:WPL) share price had such a slow start to December?

| Aaron Teboneras

A number of events have led Woodside shares to falter in recent times.

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Broker Notes

Why the Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) share price could be a bargain buy

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant could be a share to buy in December...

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Broker Notes

This broker thinks the A2 Milk (ASX:A2M) share price is heading to $7.70

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks the A2 Milk share price is great value...

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Financial Shares

November was a rollercoaster month for the AMP (ASX:AMP) share price. Here's why

| Aaron Teboneras

What's happened to the company's shares last month?

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Growth Shares

Are these 2 impressive ASX shares buys in December 2021?

| Tristan Harrison

Here are two ASX shares with rapid growth potential.

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Communication Shares

Why the Telstra (ASX:TLS) share price is on watch on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Telstra is bolstering its mobile network...

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Dividend Investing

Morgans names 2 high yield ASX dividend shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here are two highly rated dividend shares...

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Ask a Fund Manager

2 hot ASX shares to snap up right now: expert

| Tony Yoo

Ask A Fund Manager: Alphinity Investment Management's Elfreda Jonker reveals why she loves the future for this pair of lifestyle…

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Small Cap Shares

2 small cap ASX shares to get excited about

| James Mickleboro

Here are a couple of exciting small caps...

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Dividend Investing

2 leading ASX dividend shares for compelling income

| Tristan Harrison

Rural Funds is a potential option for income.

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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 ASX 200 today...

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Blue Chip Shares

3 strong blue chip ASX 200 shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

These blue chip have been rated as buys...

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Economy

More missed payments: Is Evergrande and the China property developer sector going under?

| Tristan Harrison

Evergrande and other Chinese property developers seem to be in trouble.

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Retail Shares

ASX 200 retail shares lift as Aussies head into Christmas with $240bn in savings

| Brendon Lau

'Tis the season to be jolly, particularly for retailers it seems.

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Revasum (ASX:RVS) share price surged 33% today

| Zach Bristow

It was a big day in the green for the semiconductor specialist today.

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Healthcare Shares

Actinogen (ASX:ACW) share price surges 9% on Oxford Uni partnership

| Monica O'Shea

It was a good day for the biotech company's shares. Here are the details

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Materials Shares

South32 (ASX:S32) share price slumps amid 'concerning' heavy metals levels in residents

| Brooke Cooper

South32 is reportedly working to reduce the amount of dust produced by its Gemco mine following health concerns.

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Economy

RBA maintains interest rate but removes 2024 reference. What could this mean for ASX shares?

| Tristan Harrison

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has removed the reference to keep rates on hold until 2024.

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Bank Shares

CBA share price struggling today amid sliding home buying intentions

| Bernd Struben

Australian home buyers are concerned about rising interest rates and affordability.

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Capital Raising

What's going on with the Johns Lyng (ASX:JLG) share price today?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX share isn't trading today. Here's why

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Energy Shares

Why the Pure Hydrogen (ASX:PH2) share price is powering 22% ahead today?

| Aaron Teboneras

The company's shares are on the move...

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Minerals 260 (ASX:MI6) share price is leaping 10% today

| Bernd Struben

The resource explorer listed on the ASX on 12 October. We take a look at its latest news

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Share Fallers

Why Carsales, Magellan, Nickel Mines, and Sigma shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are falling on Tuesday...

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 heaviest traded ASX 200 shares this Tuesday so far

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

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Share Market News

The Medibank (ASX: MPL) share price has gone backwards this past month. Is it a buy?

| Zach Bristow

Some investors may be pondering whether now is a good time to buy the health fund's shares.

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Materials Shares

Australian Strategic Materials (ASX:ASM) share price loses 11% despite 'strong financial results'

| Zach Bristow

The critical metal producer's share price is in the red.

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Capital Raising

Alcidion (ASX:ALC) share price halted amid acquisition news

| Monica O'Shea

The healthcare technology company is buying a UK software firm. Here are the details

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Travel Shares

Why is the Flight Centre (ASX: FLT) share price soaring 6% higher today?

| Brooke Cooper

We look at what may be boosting market sentiment in Flight Centre's stock.

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Here’s why brokers aren’t feeling positive about these ASX shares…

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Travel Shares

Why is the Webjet (ASX:WEB) share price flying 4% higher today?

| Sebastian Bowen

What's behind the travel agent's shares lifting off today?

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