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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 ASX 200 investors get a supersized RBA interest rate cut tomorrow?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 could make some big moves tomorrow on any unexpected RBA interest rate announcement.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Supermarket battle: Does Macquarie see more upside for Woolworths or Coles shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Which stock should investors put in their shopping basket?

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Retail Shares

Are Lovisa shares overvalued?

| Laura Stewart

Has the fast fashion retailer already peaked this year?

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Technology Shares

3 ASX 200 tech shares to buy in July: Experts

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX tech sector delivered outstanding returns for investors in FY25.

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Materials Shares

Why is this ASX mining stock crashing 14% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is causing investors to hit the sell button on Monday.

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Gold

Why did the Northern Star share price just crash 7%?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are punishing the Northern Star share price today. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Furniture battle: Does Macquarie prefer Nick Scali or Temple & Webster shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which one the broker is recommending to clients.

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Healthcare Shares

These 5 ASX 200 healthcare shares gained the most weight in FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

These stocks were in great health last financial year.

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Gold

These ASX 200 gold stocks are making moves on big news

| James Mickleboro

These gold miners have released updates this morning. Let's see what they reported.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 300 healthcare stock is charging higher on product launch news

| James Mickleboro

Investors have responded positively to this announcement.

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Share Market News

How much cash will the average mortgage holder save if the RBA cuts interest rates tomorrow?

| Laura Stewart

And how to best redeploy those funds?

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ETFs

Celebrate 4th of July with 3 market-beating US-focused ASX ETFs

| Laura Stewart

The US stock market clocked another record high last week.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Share Market News

Trump's 9 July tariff deadline looms: 3 ASX 200 companies to watch

| Laura Stewart

It could shape up to be a big week on the tariff front.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips substantial upside for Steadfast shares

| Laura Stewart

Steadfast is a high-quality business at an attractive valuation, according to the broker.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Telstra and this ASX dividend stock for 4% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

The telco giant and this stock are expected to offer big yields.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares to buy this month: experts

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why these high-yield dividend stocks are appealing…

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Energy Shares

Here are the latest growth forecasts for the Pilbara Minerals share price

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors charge up their returns with this ASX lithium share?

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ETFs

3 top ASX ETFs to buy with $5,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

These options have serious long-term growth potential.

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ETFs

Why this Vanguard ETF could be a buy for every investor

| Tristan Harrison

This fund could offer everything an investor may want.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares to buy this month: experts

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are expected to have a strong next few years…

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Dividend Investing

Beat low interest rates with these top ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for income investors.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 25% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think this is a great buy for a few different reasons.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Cheap Shares

2 compelling ASX shares on sale right now

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks offer appealing value, in my opinion.

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International Stock News

Why is Alphabet stock worth less than Nvidia, Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon even though it is the most profitable S&P 500 company?

| Daniel Foelber

Here's why the market views Alphabet's earnings differently than other megacap growth stocks, and whether Alphabet is a buy now.

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Dividend Investing

2 of the best ASX dividend shares to buy in July

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has named these shares as best buys this month.

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Share Market News

Pro Medicus shares surge 10% to crack $300 as healthcare leads ASX 200 sectors

| Bronwyn Allen

Pro Medicus shares just keep on going, rising 625% over the past three years.

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Share Market News

How did ASX REITs vs. residential property investment perform in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

We review the share price growth of the largest ASX REITs vs. residential property investment in FY25.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 55% to 65%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are dirt cheap at current levels.

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ETFs

Aiming to beat the ASX 200 over the long-term? I'd buy these 2 ASX ETFs

| Tristan Harrison

I think these funds have the capability to beat the ASX.

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ETFs

How to build a winning ASX ETF portfolio with just 3 funds

| James Mickleboro

Here's an easy way to build a portfolio with little effort.

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Bank Shares

Invested $10,000 in Westpac shares 2 years ago? Guess how much you've already banked!

| Bernd Struben

Atop their regular dividend payments, Westpac shares have enjoyed a strong two-year run.

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Dividend Investing

1 practically perfect Australian stock down 45% to buy now for lifelong income!

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out this beaten down stock.

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International Stock News

Why Meta Platforms stock jumped 14% in June

| Jeremy Bowman

The stock gained in two separate stages, in the beginning and end of the month.

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International Stock News

Don't overthink it — the market-beater to buy and hold for 5 years

| John Ballard

The most dominant and profitable tech companies in the world have also been some of the best growth stocks to…

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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How to invest

The potential pitfalls of 'buying the dip'

| Laura Stewart

If you're thinking of buying a beaten-down ASX stock, read this first.

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Broker Notes

Why DroneShield, Nickel Industries, and CSL shares could be best buys

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why Bell Potter is so bullish on these shares.

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 large-cap shares that this fundie is cashing in after phenomenal growth

| Bronwyn Allen

Shaw and Partners portfolio manager James Gerrish says he knows this will be an 'unpopular call'.

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