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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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Share Market News

Will the ASX 200 end 2025 at an all-time high? Here are 3 signals to watch

| Samantha Menzies

What's ahead for the remainder of 2025?

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How to invest

How Australians in their 30s are investing for financial freedom beyond property

| Leigh Gant

Build wealth your own way and see how investing in shares could unlock financial freedom in your 30s.

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International Stock News

Best bargain "Magnificent Seven" buy: Alphabet vs. Meta Platforms

| Adria Cimino

Alphabet and Meta are leaders in their markets.

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Energy Shares

Santos shares fall on FY25 guidance downgrade

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the energy giant reported this morning.

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Share Market News

GQG Partners: Third quarter dividend announced

| Laura Stewart

The dividend equates to 90% of estimated Q3 distributable earnings

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Industrials Shares

DroneShield says the counter-drone market is worth north of US$60 billion in huge market update

| Cameron England

DroneShield says the counter-drone market is growing rapidly as the technology is increasingly seen as critical.

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Earnings Results

Stockland earnings: 1Q26 update

| Laura Stewart

Stockland posted a solid 1Q26 update, maintaining guidance and reporting growth in housing and logistics leasing.

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Share Market News

Why are AMP shares jumping 14% to a multi-year high today?

| James Mickleboro

This stock is trading at levels not seen in years. Let's find out why.

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Financial Shares

This blue chip ASX 200 share just delivered solid Q1 growth

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how this blue chip performed during the first quarter.

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ETFs

Have you considered exposure to royalty income for your ASX ETF portfolio?

| Aaron Bell

This unique fund could provide diversification to your portfolio.

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Energy Shares

Which ASX 200 uranium stock is rising on new US discovery?

| James Mickleboro

This uranium stock has made a key announcement this morning.

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Share Market News

ARB Corporation holds AGM

| Laura Stewart

In FY25, ARB Corporation reported higher sales, lower profit, boosted dividends, and continued global expansion.

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Growth Shares

A $10,000 stake in this ASX growth stock bought in January is now worth…

| Aaron Bell

This growth stock has flown past the market this year.

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REITs

Which ASX REITs are a buy, hold and sell according to Bell Potter?

| Aaron Bell

Here is fresh analysis from Bell Potter on the REIT sector.

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Dividend Investing

2 dividend champions I'd buy and hold for life

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for income investors. Let's find out why.

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Earnings Results

Mercury NZ reports revenue and profit growth on renewables push

| Laura Stewart

Mercury NZ reports revenue and profit growth as renewable investments pay off.

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Opinions

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

| Tristan Harrison

I’m not quite as bullish as some analysts.

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Share Market News

2 ASX shares under $20 to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Investors can pick up these shares for less than a Netflix subscription.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter is bullish on this ASX penny stock with 30% upside!

| Aaron Bell

Could this ASX penny stock be a long-term winner?

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Resources Shares

Up 75% in one month! This ASX mining stock is flying on "exceptional" silver results

| Bart Bogacz

Hitting paydirt.

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ETFs

This ASX ETF is already up almost 30% since opening in May

| Aaron Bell

This fund has raced ahead of the market since May.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Baby Bunting, Rio Tinto, and SRG Global

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these three shares.

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Technology Shares

These 3 little-known ASX defence stocks are booming amidst sector-wide surge

| Bart Bogacz

Under the radar.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Will it be another positive session for Aussie investors? Let's find out.

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How to invest

How to turn your savings into a $100,000 share portfolio

| James Mickleboro

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

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International Stock News

Opinion: Say goodbye to Nvidia's biggest competitive edge in 2026

| Manali Pradhan

Investors should monitor Nvidia's competitive landscape closely.

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ETFs

The best ETFs to build long-term wealth on the ASX

| James Mickleboro

Want to build wealth? Then check out these funds.

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Industrials Shares

Orora shareholders voice their frustration, delivering a brutal vote against remuneration report

| Cameron England

Orora's massive Saverglass acquisition has underperformed, annoying its shareholders.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this ASX 200 dividend stock to leap another 15%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie has high expectations for this ASX 200 dividend stock. Here’s why.

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Dividend Investing

Price drop: This 1 monthly ASX dividend stock is a must buy today

| Samantha Menzies

This stock is a dream for monthly passive income.

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Cheap Shares

These 2 ASX shares are bargain buys

| Tristan Harrison

These investments look like excellent value buys to me.

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ASX tech shares
Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Aussie Broadband shares a buy after its AGM?

| Kevin Gandiya

Aussie Broadband shares jumped 6% today after the company’s AGM and a broker note from Macquarie.

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Broker Notes

In a frothy market, here are five stocks one broker says still represent good value

| Cameron England

There are still pockets of value on the ASX, and you can start with these five stocks.

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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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Bank Shares

Buying CBA shares? Here's what's happening at today's AGM

| Bernd Struben

CBA is holding its annual general meeting in Brisbane today. Let’s see what’s happening.

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Share Market News

Up more than 100% in a year, Vault Minerals releases 2025 AGM details, plans share consolidation

| Laura Stewart

Vault Minerals is seeking shareholder approval for a major share consolidation and board re-election at its 2025 AGM.

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Broker Notes

Where does Macquarie think Rio Tinto shares are going in 2026?

| James Mickleboro

Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) shares have been in the spotlight this week. That's because the mining giant released its…

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Share Market News

QBE Insurance Group to redeem USD$300m Subordinated Notes in November

| Laura Stewart

QBE Insurance Group to redeem USD$300 million 6.10% Subordinated Notes this November after APRA approval.

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Share Fallers

Why 29Metals, DroneShield, EOS, and Tamboran shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

Up 232% this year, should you buy Lynas shares amid the US-China rare earths standoff?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the soaring Lynas Rare Earths share price.

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