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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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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs for smart investors to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why smart investors might want to consider these funds.

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Bank Shares

Is there still opportunity outside the big four ASX bank shares?

| Aaron Bell

This broker has identified a smaller bank as one with upside.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares that I think are buys for both growth and dividends

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks offer everything I’m looking for.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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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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Blue Chip Shares

3 blue chip ASX 200 dividend shares to buy with $20,000

| James Mickleboro

Looking for blue chip buys? These shares are rated as buys by brokers.

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Resources Shares

Materials shares dominate for a second week amid another record high for the ASX 200

| Bronwyn Allen

The big ASX 200 mining shares experienced strong gains amid a strengthened iron ore price.

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Blue Chip Shares

Buy, hold, sell: Suncorp, Telstra, and Westpac

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these popular stocks.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 21% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This business is trading at a very appealing value for a long-term buy.

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How to invest

How I'd invest $250,000 in Australian dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

A quarter of a million could go a long way for income investors.

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ETFs

5 amazing ASX ETFs to buy with $2,500 this month

| James Mickleboro

These funds offer easy access to some quality stocks. Here's what you need to know about them.

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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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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 49

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal the average balance and whether it's enough to ensure a comfortable lifestyle in retirement.

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How to invest

How to invest in ASX shares without watching the market every day

| James Mickleboro

This is the easy way to invest in the share market.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 top ASX shares to buy for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be great picks for SMSF investors according to analysts.

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 7,143 shares of this ASX 200 stock to aim for $100 a month of passive income

| Tristan Harrison

This business is delivering growing and resilient passive income.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 30% to 50%+

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why analysts think these shares could deliver the goods for investors.

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ETFs

3 super ASX ETFs to buy and hold until 2030

| James Mickleboro

Looking to grow your wealth? Here are three options to consider.

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Bank Shares

Here's the earnings forecast out to 2030 for CBA shares

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s what experts are expecting with the ASX’s biggest bank.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter gives its verdict on Pro Medicus and Telstra shares

| James Mickleboro

What it the broker saying about these popular stocks?

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Share Market News

Which ASX shares are wealthy investors buying in FY26?

| Bronwyn Allen

Which stocks are attracting the 'smart money'?

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Gold

Is it too late to buy this ASX 200 gold stock after its record result?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if Bell Potter is bullish on this gold miner after its FY 2025 results.

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Financial Shares

Does Macquarie rate Suncorp shares a buy, hold or sell?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this blue chip.

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Communication Shares

After its FY25 result, what does Macquarie think Telstra shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if the broker remains bullish on the telco giant.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors sent the ASX 200 into higher uncharted territory today.

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Bank Shares

After reviewing its FY25 result, what's Macquarie's price target on Westpac shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Westpac shares are up almost 10% in a week.

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Bank Shares

Which 2 ASX 200 bank shares just smashed new decade highs?

| Bronwyn Allen

For once, the big news on banks is not about CBA shares!

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Communication Shares

Telstra shareholders: Here's how you'll benefit from the $1 billion share buyback

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra's new share buybacks will benefit investors enormously.

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ETFs

These ASX income ETFs could be perfect for retirees

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what these funds offer investors.

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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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Record Highs

Oops, the ASX 200 did it again! Another record high

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 reset its record high for the third time in a week and a slew of stocks and…

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Healthcare Shares

This surging ASX 200 healthcare stock could just be getting started: expert

| Bart Bogacz

Is the best yet to come?

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Share Market News

Why Ampol, Baby Bunting, Origin Energy, and South32 shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week positively. But why?

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International Stock News

Why the Google antitrust ruling could deal a blow to Apple's profits

| Thomas Niel

An upcoming ruling in the case could severely affect a key high-margin revenue stream for the iPhone maker.

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Broker Notes

What are Ampol shares worth following major acquisition? Macquarie issues verdict

| Bronwyn Allen

Macquarie has amended its 12-month price target on Ampol shares after the company announced a $1.1 billion acquisition.

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Share Fallers

Why Amcor, Centuria Office, Patriot Battery Metals, and WA1 Resources shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Happy Vanguard Index Chart Day

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

The most important chart in investing.

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Dividend Investing

Interest rates are falling. Here's why you should be buying ASX dividend stocks

| Sebastian Bowen

Dividend shares can run rings around cash investments.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX retail stock is rocketing 31% on results day?

| Bart Bogacz

Great day for investors.

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Earnings Results

Mirvac Group FY25 earnings: return to growth in sight

| Laura Stewart

Mirvac Group posted FY25 profits and distributions in line with guidance, with rising residential sales and renewed growth targeted for…

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