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Dividend Investing

Invest $5,000 in these top ASX dividend shares for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on these shares. Let's see why.

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Dividend Investing

Should you buy this dividend stock before earning results on Friday?

| Aaron Bell

This dividend stock could be undervalued 

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ETFs

3 international ASX ETFs beating the S&P 500 this year

| Aaron Bell

While global news has centred on US performance, these funds have rocketed upward. 

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Dividend Investing

Over 6% dividend yield! This cash cow never stops producing!

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX dividend share has provided an incredibly-consistent growing payout.

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How to invest

How to turn $500 a month into $1 million on the ASX

| James Mickleboro

This simple investment strategy could make you rich.

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Healthcare Shares

Is the CSL share price dirt cheap after crashing this week?

| James Mickleboro

Is this beaten down biotech cheap? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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ETFs

Why I think this ASX ETF is a top buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This fund has all the characteristics needed to perform for investors.

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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 60

| James Mickleboro

How does your balance stack up against the average?

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International Stock News

Prediction: Nvidia's new China deal will be a game-changer. Here's why

| Adam Spatacco

Nvidia has agreed to pay 15% of its China sales to the U.S. government.

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Bank Shares

Guess which ASX 200 bank stock Macquarie tips to outperform in FY 2026

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts more growth ahead for this quality ASX 200 bank stock in FY 2026.

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Materials Shares

Are BHP shares are buy after its results?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what brokers are saying about the mining giant after its results.

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ETFs

3 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 10 years+

| James Mickleboro

Investors may want to check out these funds if they are looking for long term picks.

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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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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a decently positive hump day for the markets today.

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Record Highs

Own the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS)? It just hit a new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular index fund has never been more expensive.

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Earnings Results

Why is this roaring ASX 200 mining stock diving 8% today?

| Bart Bogacz

Torrid day for shareholders. But why?

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Energy Shares

Ampol shares: Buy, hold or sell after its FY25 result according to Macquarie?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what the broker thinks of the transport energy provider.

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Industrials Shares

Aurizon shares: Buy, hold or sell after its FY25 result?

| Samantha Menzies

The company's EBITDA result for FY25 was in line with market consensus.

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Technology Shares

Up 52% since April are WiseTech shares now a buy, hold or sell?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the outlook for the surging WiseTech share price.

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Communication Shares

Guess which ASX 200 online classifieds business Macquarie just tipped to rise 14%?

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert reckons there's plenty of upside left here.

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Financial Shares

Are HUB24 shares a buy after its FY25 result according to Macquarie?

| Samantha Menzies

The stock is 104% higher over the year.

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Share Fallers

3 ASX heavyweights stumble on earnings results

| Leigh Gant

Three household names on the ASX have taken a hit following their latest results.

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Share Gainers

Why HMC Capital, Lottery Corp, Magellan, and Stockland shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Bank Shares

What's going on with CBA shares today?

| James Mickleboro

The big four bank is having a volatile session.

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Share Fallers

Why this $8 billion ASX 200 energy stock just crashed 10%

| Bernd Struben

Investors are punishing the ASX 200 energy share today. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Arafura, DroneShield, Iluka, and James Hardie shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Energy Shares

Does Macquarie rate Woodside Energy shares a buy after its FY25 half-year result?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be excited about Woodside after the result?

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Financial Shares

Macquarie predicts 12% upside for this ASX 200 financials stock after its FY25 result

| Samantha Menzies

The company posted a 9% year-on-year increase in NPAT on Tuesday.

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Earnings Results

Guess which soaring ASX All Ords stock is sinking after unveiling its FY25 results?

| Bart Bogacz

Tough day for investors.

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Share Market News

Brokers name 2 ASX 200 stocks to sell and one to buy

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers believe the tide is turning for these three ASX 200 stocks.

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Industrials Shares

Macquarie tips 28% upside for this ASX 200 stock after reviewing its FY25 result

| Samantha Menzies

The company's share price plunged following its FY25 announcement yesterday.

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Earnings Results

Guess which $15 billion ASX 200 stock just rocketed 8% on record dividend news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX 200 stock today following its FY25 results. Here’s why.

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Earnings Results

Why are James Hardie shares down 27% today?

| Laura Stewart

Its been a forgettable morning for James Hardie shareholders.

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Earnings Results

Why is this ASX 200 industrials stock seeing red on results day?

| Bart Bogacz

The market has spoken.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie says the HUGE sell-off in CSL shares is way overdone

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a big rebound is coming for CSL shares. But why?

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Earnings Results

Magellan Financial Group FY25 earnings: Profit mixed, dividends lift

| Laura Stewart

Magellan Financial Group shares have surged 8% today.

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Earnings Results

The Lottery Corporation FY25 earnings: Dividend up despite revenue dip

| Laura Stewart

The Lottery Corporation posted $3.7b in revenue for FY25 and increased its total ordinary dividend by 3.1%.

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AI Stocks

3 ASX AI companies set to gain from pipes, power and property boom

| Leigh Gant

The AI revolution is creating huge demand for infrastructure, from data centres to electricity networks and industrial land.

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Earnings Results

Breville Group FY25 earnings: Profit and revenue jump

| Laura Stewart

Breville Group reported solid FY25 results with profit and revenue growth, higher dividends, and continued global expansion.

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