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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

APA Group posts strong FY25 earnings and lifts distribution guidance

| Laura Stewart

APA Group reported higher FY25 earnings, raised distributions, and outlined confident growth plans for FY26.

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Technology Shares

Why this rapidly growing ASX 200 tech stock could rise 14%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this tech stock could be going even higher.

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Broker Notes

Buy ResMed and this ASX stock for 10%+ returns

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is recommending to clients.

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Bank Shares

Broker's verdict on 2 ASX 200 bank shares at decade high prices

| Bronwyn Allen

Morgans has revealed new ratings and price targets on two of the big four bank shares.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 35% to buy for lifetime income

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie thinks this stock could generate significant income for investors.

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 financial shares to buy and 1 to sell: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

Financials outperformed every other sector in FY25. What should you do now with these 3 stocks?

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Broker Notes

Morgans says these top ASX shares are buys

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these stocks.

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Personal Finance

Here's how to target a $10,000 second income starting from zero

| Tristan Harrison

ASX shares are a great way to start making a second income.

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Growth Shares

3 top Australian stocks I'd buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these stocks could be quality picks for the long term.

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Dividend Investing

Dividend investors should put these 2 top ASX shares on their watchlist

| Tristan Harrison

These two stocks could be excellent long-term investments.

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Broker Notes

Broker raises price target on ASX All Ords defence share by 93%

| Bronwyn Allen

But there's a catch...

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Technology Shares

After falling more than 20% after reporting, is this ASX tech share a buy the dip opportunity according to Macquarie?

| Tristan Harrison

Could this be a strong idea for returns? Here’s one expert’s view.

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ETFs

How to build a winning portfolio with just 3 ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

It isn't as hard as you think to build a strong investment portfolio.

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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 today.

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ETFs

Not sure what US shares to buy? I'd go for this ASX ETF

| Tristan Harrison

This fund could provide the US stock exposure and strong returns we’re looking for.

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Broker Notes

Why Lynas shares could crash 50%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this stock could be seriously overvalued at current levels.

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Small Cap Shares

This ex-penny stock has jumped 186%! Is it a buy?

| Aaron Bell

Have investors missed out or is this just the beginning for this defence stock?

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International Stock News

Prediction: This unstoppable stock will be a founding member of the $6 trillion club by 2027

| Danny Vena

Take an industry leader, add in a healthy dose of secular tailwinds and a large addressable market, and you get…

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Share Market News

Are CSL shares a buy after the brutal selloff?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has given its verdict on the fallen biotech star.

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How to invest

How to turn small savings into big wealth with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Want to grow your wealth on a budget? Here's how to do it.

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ETFs

The best ASX ETFs for beginners in 2025

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top picks for beginners this year.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie predicts more than 40% upside for this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stock the broker is tipping to deliver huge returns.

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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie tip for A2 Milk shares after its FY25 result?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this growth stock.

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Industrials Shares

Experts reveal 3 ASX industrial shares to buy

| Bronwyn Allen

The industrials sector tends to fly under the radar but it delivered impressive total returns of 26% in FY25.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 19% upside for this ASX All Ords media stock after reporting day

| Bart Bogacz

Poised to run?

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Share Market News

Buffett just bought an insurance stock and these 2 ASX shares stand out

| Leigh Gant

From broker networks to household-name underwriters, two local insurers are delivering profits, dividends, and growth that echo Buffett’s classic playbook.

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Financial Shares

Invested in IAG shares? Here are the key dates for FY26

| Bronwyn Allen

The insurance giant has released its corporate calendar for the new financial year.

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Broker Notes

Are Whitehaven Coal shares a buy ahead of the miner's results on Thursday?

| Bronwyn Allen

Top broker Macquarie has issued a new note on Whitehaven Coal two days before the miner reports its FY25 results.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 11% upside for this high yield ASX industrials stock

| Samantha Menzies

The company released its FY25 results yesterday.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie just upped its 12-month forecast for New Hope shares. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie just delivered its verdict on New Hope’s earnings results.

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International Stock News

1 Monster stock to hold for the next 5 years

| Neil Patel

This leading tech company has rewarded its shareholders in the past.

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Share Gainers

Why ARB, BHP, Dateline, and Seek shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market weakness on Tuesday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Up 29% in a year, can Origin Energy shares keep going up?

| Bronwyn Allen

How does top broker Macquarie rate Origin Energy shares after the utilities company reported a profit bump and dividend boost?

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Resources Shares

Everything you need to know about the BHP dividend

| Tristan Harrison

The mining giant has declared how large its upcoming dividend will be.

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Broker Notes

Should you buy NAB shares following Monday's results? Here's what Macquarie recommends

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie just delivered its share price and dividend outlook for NAB shares.

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Share Fallers

Why CSL, HMC Capital, Reliance, and Suncorp shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a difficult time on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Market News

Why are wealthy investors offloading CBA shares and buying up CSL?

| Bronwyn Allen

It's out with the big ASX 200 bank and in with the healthcare blue-chip.

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Broker Notes

Expert sees strong upside for this ASX 200 mining stock after major production setback

| Bart Bogacz

Just a bump in the road?

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Broker Notes

4 reasons this fast-rising ASX stock could surge another 24% this year

| Bernd Struben

Up 84% this year, a leading broker expects more outperformance from this ASX financial stock.

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Earnings Results

BHP share price rises despite 26% profit plummet and dividend cut

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP shares are in focus today after the mining giant delivered its FY25 result.

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