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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Appen Ltd (ASX:APX) shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200 last week. Here's why...

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Share Market News

Forget the ASX 200! Another market crashed this week

| Sebastian Bowen

Despite the ASX 200's not so good week, another market is raising red flags for investors. Here's what that means.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares to buy in March 2021

| Tristan Harrison

The 2 ASX growth shares in this article could be solid buys during this period of market instability. One idea…

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⏸️ Income

2 top ASX dividend shares to buy in March

| Tristan Harrison

The 2 ASX dividend shares in this article could be worth buying for income in March 2021. One idea is…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 sinks 2.4%, Afterpay plunges, AMP jumps

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) sank by 2.4% today. The Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) share price plunged, but AMP Limited (ASX:AMP)…

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Share Market News

Why the Painchek (ASX:PCK) share price is edging higher today

| Daniel Ewing

The PainChek (ASX: PCK) share price rose today against the market as the company announced its half-year report. We take…

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Share Market News

Here are 3 ASX 200 diamonds in the spotlight while the market sank today

| Mitchell Lawler

While the S&P/ASX 200 Index sank lower today, these 3 ASX shares pushed further into the green. We take a…

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Share Market News

The Santos (ASX:STO) share price dips on stable credit rating

| Aaron Teboneras

The Santos (ASX: STO) share price dipped today despite the company providing an update on its credit rating. Here are…

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Share Market News

Genworth Mortgage (ASX:GMA) share price slumps on $107 million loss

| Marc Sidarous

The Genworth Mortgage Insurance Australia Ltd (ASX: GMA) share price took a hit today after the insurer released its annual…

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Share Market News

Why the WhiteHawk (ASX:WHK) share price is crashing 8% lower

| Daniel Ewing

The WhiteHawk share price dropped 8% today as the company released its final report. We take a closer look.

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Share Market News

Why the Immuron (ASX:IMC) share price fell today

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Immuron (ASX:IMC) share price closed lower today following the company's recently released earnings report. Here's the run down.

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Share Market News

Pentanet (ASX:5GG) share price falls despite strong gaming interest

| Aaron Teboneras

The Pentanet (ASX:5GG) share price is falling today despite a positive update to the market. Here's what you need to…

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Some of my best gains last year were invisible

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

This investing game has a stark, unforgiving scorecard. Either you’re making money, or you’re not. There’s nowhere to hide.

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Share Market News

The big themes from ASX reporting season

| Kerry Sun

Commsec highlights the themes and trends taking place in the so-far turbluent ASX reporting season

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Index investing

Why this ASX tech ETF is in the buy zone

| Sebastian Bowen

The BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF (ASX:NDQ) has now given back all of its YTD gains and then some. Is it…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

Is the Qantas (ASX:QAN) share price great value?

| James Mickleboro

The Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) share price could be great value according to one leading broker. Here's what you need…

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Share Market News

The Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price has slumped 26% in 8 days

| Kerry Sun

Despite record FY21 half year results this week, the Zip (ASX: Z1P) share price finds itself down by nearly 20%…

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Share Market News

What's with the Ava Risk (ASX:AVA) share price today?

| Daniel Ewing

The Ava Risk (ASX: AVA) share price has flatlined near close of trade today. Let's look at what the company…

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Share Market News

Why the SportsHero (ASX:SHO) share price is on a winning streak today

| Marc Sidarous

The SportsHero Ltd (ASX: SHO) share price is on the up today after the company posted its results for the…

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Share Gainers

Why the Resolute Mining (ASX:RSG) share price is pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) share price is pushing higher on Friday following the release of its full year results...

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Share Market News

iCar Asia (ASX:ICQ) share price stalls on sliding revenue

| Aaron Teboneras

The iCar Asia (ASX: ICQ) share price is idling today following the company's release of its full-year results. Here are…

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Share Fallers

Why the Damstra (ASX:DTC) share price is crashing 11% lower today

| James Mickleboro

The Damstra Holdings Ltd (ASX:DTC) share price is under pressure on Friday and down 11%. Here's why its shares are…

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Share Market News

Why is the Mesoblast (ASX:MSB) share price frozen?

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Mesobalst (ASX: MSB) share price won't be going anywhere today after the company requested a trading halt pending a…

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Share Market News

Dalrymple Bay (ASX:DBI) share price stays afloat despite no earnings surprises

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Dalrymple Bay share price is creeping up today following release of the company's earnings report. Here's a wrap of…

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Growth Shares

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and these ASX shares as buys this week. Here's why they are bullish on them...

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⏸️ ASX Shares

The Weebit Nano (ASX:WBT) share price dips on widening losses

| Mitchell Lawler

The Weebit Nano (ASX: WBT) share price is slightly down today after the memory developer reported widening losses today in…

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Share Market News

Top Shelf (ASX:TSI) share price pops on first earnings report

| Sebastian Bowen

The Top Shelf (ASX:TSI) share price has lifted after the company's inaugural earnings report today. Let's take a look at…

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International Stock News

3 ways Spotify's investing in podcasts in 2021

| Adam Levy

Spotify's Stream On event gave investors a glimpse at its broader podcasting plans.

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Share Market News

Here's why the Coventry Group (ASX:CYG) share price is up 5% today

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Coventry Group (ASX:CYG) share price is up today following release of the company's 1H21 results. Here's a summary of…

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Share Market News

Brainchip (ASX:BRN) share price slides on bigger loss

| Marc Sidarous

The Brainchip (ASX:BRN) share price is under pressure today after the AI company reported an increased loss for the FY21…

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Share Market News

Vmoto (ASX:VMT) share price slips despite positive update

| Aaron Teboneras

The Vmoto (ASX: VMT) share price is stalling today despite a positive update to market. Here are the details.

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Share Market News

Dubber (ASX:DUB) share price slides despite strong half year growth

| James Mickleboro

The Dubber Corp Ltd (ASX:DUB) share price is trading lower on Friday despite releasing a solid half year update this…

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Share Market News

Openpay (ASX:OPY) share price tumbles 6% on increasing loss

| Marc Sidarous

The Openpay (ASX:OPY) share price is slumping 6% today after the company released its half-year results for FY21. Here's the…

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Share Market News

The Bubs (ASX:BUB) share price is rising today on solid results

| Daniel Ewing

The Bubs (ASX: BUB) share price is lifting higher today as the company announced its half-yearly report. We take a…

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Share Market News

The Payright (ASX: PYR) share price tumbles after maiden results

| Kerry Sun

The Payright Ltd (ASX:PYR) share price has followed the crowd to slump lower despite announcing its maiden results today

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Share Market News

Why Limeade (ASX:LME) shares are bouncing around today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Limeade (ASX: LME) share price is bouncing around today, and has ended up where it started. Here's how its…

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Share Fallers

Why Afterpay, Kogan, Orica, & Service Stream shares are crashing lower

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) are two of four ASX shares crashing lower on Friday. Here's why they are…

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Share Fallers

Orica (ASX:ORI) share price implodes 20% on updates

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Orica (ASX:ORI) share price has tanked around 20% in today’s trading session following two updates from the company. Here's the…

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Share Fallers

Pacific Current (ASX:PAC) share price down despite FUM growth of 24%

| Tristan Harrison

The Pacific Current Group Ltd (ASX:PAC) share price is down 5% despite revealing large FUM growth and a big dividend…

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Share Market News

Orocobre (ASX:ORE) share price dives despite a recovery in lithium markets

| Kerry Sun

It's an unlucky day for the Orocobre (ASX: ORE) share price as lithium shares were heavily sold off overnight leading…

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