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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

3 things about CBA stock every smart investor knows 

| Tristan Harrison

What drives CBA’s success?

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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 70

| James Mickleboro

How do you stack up to the average? Let's run the numbers and find out.

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ETFs

Thematic ASX ETF investing ideas

| Aaron Bell

Here are some more focussed emerging themes investors may want exposure to.

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Growth Shares

These 3 Aussie stocks could skyrocket and stay there for decades

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what sets these stocks apart from the rest.

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How to invest

Turn your portfolio into a $1,000/month dividend machine

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how you can make the market work for you.

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Share Gainers

How this ASX All Ords stock turned $10,000 into $76,521 in just 2 months

| Bernd Struben

Investors have sent this ASX All Ords stock rocketing 665% since July. But why?

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Opinions

The 1 Australian dividend stock I'd buy in any market

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock can be a solid buy in all conditions.

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How to invest

How to turn small savings into big wealth with ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

It may not take as long as you think to build a sizeable portfolio in the share market.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Energy Shares

Woodside's mega North West Shelf Project gets extension approval

| Cameron England

The North West Shelf Project now has long-term certainty to operate for more than another four decades.

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Resources Shares

Macquarie's verdict on 3 ASX 200 mining shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Here are Macquarie's ratings and 12-month price targets on 3 of the market's largest mining stocks.

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Economy

US tipped to cut interest rates next week

| Cameron England

Official interest rates in the US look set to slide further soon, putting more pressure on local rates to fall.

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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, Select Harvests, Tower, and Ventia shares are roaring higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Aristocrat, Austal, CAR Group, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Dividend Investing

23 ASX shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Bronwyn Allen

Qantas, Cochlear, South32, and Flight Centre are among the ASX shares with ex-dividend dates next week.

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Share Gainers

4 ASX 200 stocks smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these four ASX 200 stocks soaring this week. But why?

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Broker Notes

3 reasons to buy this outperforming ASX All Ords defence stock today

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker expects more outperformance from this dividend paying ASX defence stock. Here’s why.

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Energy Shares

Santos firms up customer support for major Narrabri gas project

| Cameron England

Santos says there is strong domestic demand for gas from its New South Wales project.

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Technology Shares

Why is the WiseTech share price rising today?

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200's biggest tech share rose 3% in early morning trading on Friday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Aristocrat Leisure shares on the slide as division boss steps down

| Cameron England

Investors have reacted warily to changes near the top of gaming company Aristocrat Leisure.

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Dividend Investing

Want to bank the supersized Qantas dividend for a passive income boost? You better hurry!

| Bernd Struben

2025 has marked the triumphant return of the Qantas dividend with record payouts.

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Retail Shares

JB Hi-Fi kicks off the new financial year in style with strong sales

| Cameron England

Sales of consumer electronics remain robust, supporting positive sentiment for JB Hi-Fi shares.

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International Stock News

If you'd invested $10,000 in Nvidia 5 years ago, here's how much you'd have today

| Neil Patel

This dominant AI enterprise carries a monster market cap of $4.32 trillion.

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Industrials Shares

Macquarie predicts more than 15% upside for this ASX 200 stock after a major defence contract win

| Cameron England

Ventia has had some good wins this week, including the continuation of lucrative defence contracts.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 787% since July, why is the 4DMedical share price rocketing again today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into 4DMedical shares again today. But why?

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How to invest

How to double your money on the ASX without taking wild risks

| James Mickleboro

Want to double your money? This is the way to do it.

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Industrials Shares

Macquarie tips 20% returns for this ASX All Ords stock after securing major defence contract

| Cameron England

Service Stream had a major contract win in defence this week, setting it up for the next few years.

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Growth Shares

2 high-growth ASX shares to buy today

| Tristan Harrison

I think these businesses have a lot of growth potential.

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Materials Shares

Glass half full as double-digit returns tipped for major bottle maker

| Cameron England

This manufacturer has weathered market weakness and is now looking cheap.

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Share Market News

BSP Financial Group reassures investors after PNG Government update

| Laura Stewart

BSP Financial Group shares are down 14% over the past 5 days.

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ETFs

Betashares reveals its 3 fastest-rising ASX ETFs of 2025 so far

| Bronwyn Allen

The highest-rising ASX ETF within the Betashares stable is up 12.8% in the 2025 calendar year.

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Share Market News

Why ASX small caps are in the takeover spotlight

| Leigh Gant

M&A momentum is lifting ASX small-caps and the right fundamentals can turn overlooked stocks into prized acquisitions.

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How to invest

How to build a diversified ASX share portfolio with just $3,000

| James Mickleboro

Here's the easy way to build a diversified portfolio.

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX 300 stock could rise 40% in 12 months

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stock Bell Potter is tipping to surge from current levels.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

After rising 165% in 12 months, does Bell Potter think Eagers Automotive shares can keep rising?

| Aaron Bell

Here’s the broker's take on this share market winner. 

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares to buy this month: experts

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are highly rated by analysts.

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Small Cap Shares

These small cap ASX shares could rise 20% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

These small caps could offer major upside for Aussie investors according to Morgans.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend stocks retirees can rely on

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be great picks for retirees. Let's find out why.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 of the best ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have good things to say about these shares.

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How to invest

How to retire early using dividend-paying ASX stocks

| James Mickleboro

It is possible to retire early but you will need a plan.

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