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⏸️ ASX Shares

Can the ANZ (ASX:ANZ) share price go even higher?

| James Mickleboro

The Australia and New Zealand Banking GrpLtd (ASX:ANZ) share price is up 57% in the space of six months. Can…

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Share Market News

Shocking photo shows how quickly electric cars could take over

| Tony Yoo

You won't believe this picture. But it demonstrates how rapidly the world will change to a superior technology.

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⏸️ Alternative Assets

2 high quality ETFs for ASX investors to buy in March

| James Mickleboro

the BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX:HACK) and this ETF could be great options for ASX investors in March...

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Growth Shares

3 reasons why the Bapcor (ASX:BAP) share price could be a buy

| Tristan Harrison

There are a few compelling reasons why the Bapcor Ltd (ASX:BAP) share price could be a good long-term buy right…

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Share Market News

What does the Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price have in store for 2021?

| Kerry Sun

The Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price has struggled in recent weeks. But, according to the company, here's what investors can look…

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Share Market News

How to invest in inflation

| Tony Yoo

A 'reflation' while exiting the COVID-19 recession could be devastating for shares. How do you invest now to prepare for…

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Dividend Investing

What you need to know about the WiseTech (ASX:WTC) dividend

| Regan Pearson

From dividend yield to growth and payment history, here's what you need to know about the WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX:WTC)…

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⏸️ Income

2 high yield and buy-rated ASX dividend shares to snap up

| James Mickleboro

Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX:SUL) and this ASX dividend share are rated as buys and have ver generous yields. Here's what…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Friday...

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ETFs

This investment is one of Warren Buffett's favourite share ideas

| Tristan Harrison

Warren Buffett is a big fan of a S&P 500 fund. On the ASX there is one which Aussies can…

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Get your pitchforks ready…

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

The problem with throwing a kitchen sink at something is that, even if it’s warranted, someone has to clean up…

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Share Market News

The simple yet incredibly effective way to generate term-deposit busting income from just one quoted ASX fund

| Bruce Jackson

Buying just one ASX fund can deliver a 3% franked yield plus the potential for capital growth, an attractive return…

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Share Market News

Why the Elixinol (ASX:EXL) share price has been halted today?

| Daniel Ewing

The Elixinol (ASX:EXL) share price remains in a trading halt today as the company plans a potential transaction. We take…

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Share Market News

Why ASX 200 retail shares like JB Hi Fi (ASX:JBH) are outperforming

| Bernd Struben

While the ASX 200 fell today, many ASX 200 retail shares enjoyed gains. We look at what's driving investor interest.

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Share Market News

Thursday's top performing ASX 200 shares at the end of the session

| Mitchell Lawler

Here are the top performing ASX 200 shares for Thursday. Healthcare sold off heavy, financial fared well - but these…

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Share Market News

The Core Lithium (ASX:CXO) share price slips today

| Daniel Ewing

The Core Lithium (ASX: CXO) share price dropped 2.27% today despite the company announcing it was acquiring a new mine.…

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Share Market News

Black Rock (ASX:BKT) share price falls on FIRB outcome

| Aaron Teboneras

The Black Rock Mining Ltd (ASX: BKT) share price has fallen today on the news of its POSCO equity investment.…

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Pointsbet (ASX:PBH) share price loses 6%. Here's why

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Pointsbet (ASX:PBH) share price dropped 5% today. Let's take a look at the latest Pointsbet announcements to find clues…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 sinks, Xero reveals acquisition, ARB driven higher

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) dropped by 0.8% today. Both Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) and ARB Corporation Limited (ASX:ARB) announced deals.

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Share Market News

Why has the BPH Energy (ASX:BPH) share price tanked 36% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The BPH Energy Ltd (ASX: BPH) share price has had another dramatic day today, falling 16% and placed in a…

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⏸️ How to Invest

What is an ex-dividend date, and can you profit from it?

| Sebastian Bowen

What exactly is the ex-dividend date of an ASX dividend share? Is it something you can profit from for a…

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Share Market News

Tasman (ASX:TAS) share price rockets 85% before trading halt

| Marc Sidarous

Tasman Resources Ltd (ASX: TAS) share price surged an incredible 85.2% today – before a trading halt was requested and…

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Share Market News

Why is the Macquarie Telecom (ASX:MAQ) share price down today?

| Marc Sidarous

The Macquarie Telecom (ASX:MAQ) share price lost ground today after news the company has ditched Telstra and signed a new…

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Share Market News

CSL (ASX:CSL) share price is now down 12% in 2 weeks

| Mitchell Lawler

The CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL) share price has fallen 12% in 2 weeks now. This is significant considering the size…

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Share Market News

Argosy (ASX:AGY) share price backtracks despite positive update

| Aaron Teboneras

The Argosy Minerals (ASX: AGY) share price is down 4.5% today despite the company providing an exciting update. Here are…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Is Altium's (ASX:ALU) dividend growth star fading?

| Sebastian Bowen

With a recent dividend cut, is Altium Limited (ASX:ALU)'s status as an ASX dividend growth share now over? Let's dig…

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Share Market News

Why the Red 5 (ASX:RED) share price is lifting 6% today

| Bernd Struben

The Red 5 (ASX: RED) share price is on the move, up 5.7% in afternoon trading after earlier being up…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Cleanaway (ASX:CWY) share price swept up in >$2bn acquisition rumour

| Brendon Lau

The Cleanaway Waste Management Ltd (ASX: CWY) share price isn’t reacting much to rumours that it’s about to acquire its…

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Share Market News

Why the ResApp (ASX:RAP) share price is sinking 5% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The ResApp (ASX: RAP) share price is sinking today despite a positive announcement made to the ASX market. Here's the…

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Share Market News

Meet Sharesies, the ASX's newest brokering app

| Sebastian Bowen

Sharesies, a new brokering app, is set to join the ASX. here's what might make it different (and similar) to…

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How to invest

Why is everyone so bad at selling shares?

| Tony Yoo

Disposing is just as important as buying. But why are both professional and retail investors so poor at it?

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Share Market News

The Thomson Resources (ASX:TMZ) share price crashes 10%

| Marc Sidarous

Thomson Resources (ASX: TMZ) share price has plunged 10% this afternoon. Let's look at the mineral extraction company's latest announcements.

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Share Market News

Why is the BlackEarth Minerals (ASX:BEM) share price soaring 33%?

| Brooke Cooper

The BlackEarth Minerals NL (ASX: BEM) share price has soared after the company announced it has joined the European Battery…

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Growth Shares

2 stellar ASX tech shares to buy in March

| James Mickleboro

Altium Limited (ASX:ALU) and this stellar ASX tech share have been rated as buys for March. Here's what you need to…

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Share Market News

What's up with the oil price right now?

| Gretchen Kennedy

Oil prices are in the spotlight as OPEC gathers to discuss production rates. Let's take a look at how a…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

2 impressive ASX shares to buy in March 2021

| Tristan Harrison

There some impressive ASX shares that could be worth looking at in March 2021 with the growth that they have…

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Share Market News

Why the Navarre Minerals (ASX:NML) share price is on the rise today

| Bernd Struben

The Navarre Minerals share price is gaining today, up 4% in early afternoon trade. We take a look at the…

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Share Market News

Why are these ASX 200 healthcare shares sinking today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 healthcare shares were among some of the top performers in the race to the COVID vaccine. Why are…

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ANZ (ASX:ANZ) share price outperforms on broker "buy" upgrade

| Brendon Lau

The Australia and New Zealand Banking GrpLtd (ASX: ANZ) is outperforming after a leading broker upgraded the stock to “buy”.

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Share Market News

Myer (ASX:MYR) share price plummets on first-half results release

| Aaron Teboneras

The Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX: MYR) share price is having a woeful day since the release of its first-half results.…

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