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Growth Shares

2 wonderful ASX growth shares I'd buy in August

| Tristan Harrison

I’m expecting big things from these two investments.

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ETFs

Why this is the biggest ASX ETF investment in my portfolio

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX ETF provides everything that most of the rest of my portfolio lacks.

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ETFs

Aussies love their ASX ETFs. Here are the 10 most traded of FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX ETFs were traded more than any others in FY25.

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How to invest

How to make $100k of passive income from ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

It won't happen overnight but it could be worth sticking with this long term plan.

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie expect from Telstra shares this earnings season?

| Kevin Gandiya

Telstra shares are up 22% so far in 2025.

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Resources Shares

Revealed: FY25 reporting dates for 9 ASX 200 mining stocks including BHP!

| Bart Bogacz

Mark these dates in the calendar.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing end to the trading week this Friday.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie predicts 25% upside for Flight Centre shares

| Kevin Gandiya

Flight Centre shares have had a bumpy ride in 2025, but Macquarie sees clear skies ahead.

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Financial Shares

3 reasons to sell this $21 billion ASX 200 stock today

| Bernd Struben

Here’s why it might be time to take profits.

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Opinions

Should you hold on to these 4 ASX 200 outperformers or take your profits and run?

| Bronwyn Allen

Should you hold on to these ASX stocks after outstanding growth or take your profits and run?

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Broker Notes

7 ASX retail shares to buy as Aussies start spending again: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported a 'retail sales surge' in June with 1.2% higher turnover.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie just raised its price target for Rio Tinto shares

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie offers its verdict on Rio-Tinto shares following the half-year results.

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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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Energy Shares

Does Macquarie rate Origin Energy shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Samantha Menzies

The broker raised its price target on the stock last month.

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Share Fallers

Why Antipa Minerals, DroneShield, Star, and Syrah shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough finish to the week. But why?

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Bank Shares

Is the NAB share price a buy after the surprise positive news?

| Tristan Harrison

Are NAB shares attractive after a recent update?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Star Entertainment shares tumble 9% after Queen's Wharf deal terminated

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's what is happening now.

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Share Gainers

Why Capstone Copper, Flight Centre, ResMed, and SKS shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week with a bang. But why?

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Healthcare Shares

What's Macquarie's price target for NIB shares?

| Samantha Menzies

Is the broker positive or negative on NIB's shares?

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Resources Shares

Why July was a great month to own the big three ASX 200 mining shares

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto, Fortescue, and BHP shares all smashed the benchmark returns in July. But why?

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Broker Notes

Are Mineral Resources shares a buy or a sell according to Macquarie?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this mining giant.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 falls as US finalises tariffs set to begin next week

| Bronwyn Allen

The newly finalised US reciprocal tariffs will come into effect on 7 August.

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Bank Shares

How the tide turned negative for ASX 200 bank stocks in July

| Bernd Struben

Here’s why the tide looks to be turning for the big Aussie banks.

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Materials Shares

Macquarie tips 18% upside for Pilbara Minerals shares

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about this lithium giant.

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Materials Shares

Why is this ASX mining stock crashing 25% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are hitting the sell button on Friday.

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Resources Shares

Guess which ASX 200 copper stock is leaping higher on record production

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 copper stock is smashing the benchmark today. Here’s why.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX healthcare stock is rocketing 42% on Pro Medicus investment

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is going on today with this small cap.

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International Stock News

Amazon: Capex weighs on profit forecast

| Lou Whiteman

Revenue and earnings beat expectations, but all that growth is coming at a price.

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Earnings Results

ResMed share price hits record high on strong FY25 results

| James Mickleboro

This healthcare giant is ending the week positively thanks to its strong results.

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International Stock News

Apple: Growth despite tariff headwinds

| Lou Whiteman

In a quarter marred by tariff talk, iPhone sales were stronger than expected, and the company returned to growth in…

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Small Cap Shares

This ASX small cap has quietly doubled in 12 months. Is it just getting started?

| Leigh Gant

This little-known infrastructure player is quietly riding Australia’s energy and telecom upgrade boom.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie still rate Monash IVF shares a buy?

| Laura Stewart

Monash IVF shares have had a controversial start to 2025.

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Dividend Investing

3 no-brainer ASX dividend shares to buy with $1,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts rate these income options very highly.

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Industrials Shares

This ASX share is up 115% in a year — and flying under the radar

| Leigh Gant

Strong margins, repeat clients, and a surprise dividend have helped this industrial player quietly outperform some of the market’s biggest…

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Technology Shares

Why did the DroneShield share price rocket 60%+ in July?

| James Mickleboro

This stock continued its incredible rise last month. Let's find out what happened.

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in July

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares smashed the market last month.

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ETFs

Invest $10,000 in these fantastic ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

Looking to invest outside the ASX? Check out these funds.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

After crashing 50% are these the best ASX 200 stocks to buy now?

| Aaron Bell

Are these struggling shares buy low candidates?

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Value Investing

2 ASX value stocks to buy while everyone else is selling

| Tristan Harrison

Are these two stocks some of the most undervalued businesses around?

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