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⏸️ ASX Shares

3 ASX mining shares hitting 52-week highs today

| Mitchell Lawler

These 3 asx mining shares hit 52-week highs today. We take a look at what events or news might have…

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Growth Shares

2 fantastic ASX growth shares that could beat the market in 2021

| James Mickleboro

Pushpay Holdings Group Ltd (ASX:PPH) and these fantastic ASX growth shares could be great options for investors in 2021...

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Growth Shares

2 explosive ASX tech shares to buy in January

| James Mickleboro

ELMO Software Ltd (ASX:ELO) and this ASX tech share could be ones to buy in January. Here's why they are rated…

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Share Market News

Is the "Blue Wave" of US Democrats good or bad for ASX investors?

| Brendon Lau

ASX investors have embraced news that the US Democratic Party now controls both houses, but it isn’t all good news…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

3 mid cap shares hitting 1-month lows on the ASX today

| Mitchell Lawler

These 3 ASX listed mid cap shares are hitting 1-month lows today. We take a look at what these companies…

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Share Market News

Why the Syrah Resources (ASX:SYR) share price has more than doubled in 3 months

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Syrah (ASX: SYR) share price has more than doubled over the past three months. Let's take a look into…

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Share Market News

Here's why the Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) share price jumped 9% to a record high today

| James Mickleboro

The Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) share price jumped 9% higher to a record high on Thursday. Here's why its shares…

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Share Market News

Here's why the Lithium Power (ASX:LPI) share price is up 7% today

| Daniel Ewing

The Lithium Power share price has risen by more than 7% today after the company announced it is recommencing exploration…

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Share Market News

We're in a massive bubble: This is when it'll pop

| Tony Yoo

'The most important event of your investing lives' is coming, says legendary investor. Here's how to prepare for a terrifying…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

The Flight Centre (ASX:FLT) share price dropped 60% in 2020: Will 2021 be better?

| James Mickleboro

The Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) share price crashed 60% lower in 2020. But one broker thinks 2021 could be…

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Share Market News

Here's why the Orocobre (ASX:ORE) share price is on the move today

| James Mickleboro

The Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) share price is on the move on Thursday. Here's what you need to know...

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Share Market News

Why the Boart Longyear (ASX:BLY) share price is rocketing 50% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Boart Longyear (ASX: BLY) share price has been one of the best performers on the ASX today, rising by…

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Growth Shares

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) and these ASX shares as buys. Here's why they are bullish on them...

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Share Market News

Why the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price is tumbling today

| Lina Lim

The ASX 200 is pushing 1.5% higher on Thursday so why has the Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) share price tanked…

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Share Market News

Bell Potter names the ASX shares to buy in 2021

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has named Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and these ASX shares as the ones to buy in 2021. Here's why...

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Share Market News

Can the IAG (ASX: IAG) share price withstand a billion dollar hit?

| Gretchen Kennedy

Insurance Australia Group (ASX: IAG) will take a $1.15 billion hit to its earnings. We take a closer look.

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International Stock News

3 things to expect from Novavax in 2021

| Adria Cimino

This may be the year of revenue.

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Share Market News

Why the Tyro Payments (ASX:TYR) share price is on the move today

| Ken Hall

The Tyro Payments Ltd (ASX: TYR) share price is under pressure today after announcing an EFTPOS terminal outage to the…

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Share Market News

Why the Bod (ASX:BDA) share price is soaring 11%

| Daniel Ewing

The Bod share price is soaring 12% today as the company announced strong sales in the second half of CY2020.

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Share Gainers

2 ASX shares that ran over 1,500% in 2020

| Lina Lim

Here's a closer look at 2 ASX shares that delivered an eye watering 1,500% return or more in just one…

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Share Gainers

Why ANZ, Westpac, and the rest of the big four are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why Australia and New Zealand Banking GrpLtd (ASX:ANZ) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares are storming higher...

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Cheap Shares

These are the latest 2021 ASX "buy" ideas from top brokers

| Brendon Lau

The market looks poised to power on into this new year and leading brokers have come out early to urge…

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Growth Shares

3 quality SaaS ASX shares to buy

| Tristan Harrison

Here are 3 quality software as a service (SaaS) ASX shares that could be worth a spot in your portfolio…

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Share Market News

Why the Atomos (ASX:AMS) share price is shooting the lights out

| Aaron Teboneras

The Atomos Ltd (ASX: AMS) share price is surging 13.2% higher today, after the company announced a sales guidance update.

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⏸️ ASX Shares

What's with the Immutep (ASX:IMM) share price today?

| Mitchell Lawler

The Immutep (ASX: IMM) share price has failed to fire up this morning, after releasing an announcement on its continued…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 up 1.55%: ANZ & Westpac surge higher, Afterpay & Xero tumble

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares are on the move on the ASX 200 on Thursday...

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Share Market News

The Galaxy Resources (ASX:GXY) share price has rocketed 20% in 2021

| Lina Lim

The Galaxy Resource Limited (ASX: GXY) share price has soared 20% in just four days. Here's why ASX lithium shares…

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Healthcare Shares

Are these 4 ASX medical shares set for a healthy 2021?

| Kate O'Brien

We take a look at how 4 ASX healthcare companies performed last year, and what they might be focusing on…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 highest yielding ASX dividend shares

| Lina Lim

The 3 highest yielding ASX dividend shares are paying around 8% and more. Is this sustainable or could it be…

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Share Gainers

Why Atomos, BOD Australia, Galaxy, & Zebit shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

Atomos Ltd (ASX:AMS) and Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) shares are two of four racing higher on Thursday...

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Share Gainers

Why the Oil Search (ASX:OSH) share price is surging higher today

| Ken Hall

The Oil Search Ltd (ASX: OSH) share price has rocketed 5.3% higher this morning as surprise oil cuts continue to…

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Share Fallers

Why Nick Scali, Nitro Software, Silver Lake, & Xero shares are dropping lower

| James Mickleboro

Nick Scali Limited (ASX:NCK) and Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) shares are two of four dropping lower on Thursday...

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Share Market News

Why the Zebit (ASX:ZBT) share price is jumping 12% today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Zebit Inc (ASX: ZBT) share price is soaring nearly 12% today after the company provided the market with a…

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Share Market News

Do ASX mining companies carry the Australian share market?

| Gretchen Kennedy

The mining companies are a big player in the Australian sharemarket. We take a look at the ASX Materials sector…

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International Stock News

Moderna coronavirus vaccine approved in Europe

| Eric Volkman

The vaccine can now be distributed and administered throughout the 27-country European Union.

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⏸️ Famous Investors

Is Warren Buffett already planning for the next market crash?

| Peter Stephens

Warren Buffett’s vast cash position suggests that he is continually ready to capitalise on the next stock market crash, in…

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Share Gainers

Why the ASX Ltd (ASX:ASX) share price is pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

The ASX Ltd (ASX:ASX) share price is pushing higher on Thursday after the release of an update on its performance…

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Share Gainers

Why the Mayne Pharma (ASX:MYX) share price is pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

The Mayne Pharma Group Ltd (ASX:MYX) share price is pushing higher on Thursday after the release of a positive announcement...

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Share Market News

Here's why the Bubs (ASX:BUB) share price crashed 40% lower in 2020

| James Mickleboro

The Bubs Australia Ltd (ASX:BUB) share price crashed 40% lower in 2020. Here's what you need to know...

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International Stock News

Amazon creates a $2 billion loan fund for affordable housing

| Rich Duprey

The fund will invest in and around the communities where the company has its regional headquarters.

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