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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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Gold

Macquarie predicts 15% upside for this ASX mining stock

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the leading broker is tipping as a buy this week.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Industrials Shares

5 ASX industrials stocks to buy today: expert

| Samantha Menzies

The broker emphasises defensive positioning, favouring quality growth stocks.

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How to invest

What should I do if my ASX stock falls by more than 10% this earnings season?

| Sebastian Bowen

Selling isn't always the best solution to a big drop.

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Record Highs

The ASX 200 just hit a new record high. Here's why.

| Sebastian Bowen

The prospect of lower interest rates is pushing the market into new territory.

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Share Fallers

Why Appen, Emerald Resources, IGO, and Strike Energy shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Boss Energy, DroneShield, Pilbara Minerals, and Polynovo shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. But why?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts off as inflation data spurs hope for RBA interest rate cuts

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are celebrating the latest inflation reading. But why?

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Investing Strategies

3 common investor biases to watch this earnings season

| Leigh Gant

Markets move fast during earnings season — but your mind might move faster. Here’s how three mental traps could affect…

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Technology Shares

Macquarie forecasts 25% upside for this ASX All Ords software company

| Samantha Menzies

The business signed three new contracts in the June quarter.

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Materials Shares

Is now a good time to buy Liontown shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is saying about this lithium miner.

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Resources Shares

Prediction: In 12 months this scorching ASX mining stock could turn $1,000 into $1,750

| Samantha Menzies

Brokers are impressed with high production forecasts.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX 200 mining stock is crashing 12% on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

This miner is being sold off today. But why? Let's find out.

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Resources Shares

Core Lithium share price tumbles as investors await Finniss restart

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down Core Lithium shares today. But why?

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Technology Shares

DroneShield shares race higher on 480% revenue surge

| James Mickleboro

It was another explosive quarter for this high-flying stock.

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Travel Shares

Down 40% for the year: two shares I'd buy today

| Samantha Menzies

The shares have plunged over the past 12 months, but I still think there is opportunity ahead.

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources shares lift off on record results

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are piling into Mineral Resources shares following the miner’s quarterly results.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is jumping 11% today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are bidding this stock higher on Wednesday.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals shares race higher on big news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this lithium giant is getting a lot of attention today.

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Technology Shares

Why is the Appen share price crashing 15%?

| James Mickleboro

This AI stock is having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Broker Notes

Buy these 2 ASX consumer stocks in the dip: expert

| Laura Stewart

Can you guess which 2 were named?

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REITs

Macquarie names 3 small and mid-cap ASX REITs to buy this month

| Aaron Bell

Here are three stocks to watch in the REIT sector. 

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares are a buy – UBS

| Tristan Harrison

This expert is optimistic on what the business can achieve despite headwinds.

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ETFs

2 of the best ASX ETFs to buy and hold for a decade or more

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes these funds stand out from the rest.

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Energy Shares

This broker thinks Boss Energy shares are a buy after the huge sell-off

| Aaron Bell

Has the sell-off made these shares more attractive?

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Investing Strategies

Why franking credits are a powerful bonus for ASX investors

| Leigh Gant

With super tax changes on the horizon, here’s why franking credits matter more than ever.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are recommending to their clients right now.

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REITs

Are Scentre Group shares a buy ahead of earnings season?

| Aaron Bell

Here’s what Macquarie is anticipating for this real estate stock.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits! I'd buy these two ASX 200 shares instead

| Tristan Harrison

I think term deposits have a weak outlook.

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Index investing

Investing in ASX index funds? Here's the ultimate secret to wealth

| Sebastian Bowen

Warren Buffett reckons anyone can get rich using this tip.

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ETFs

What are the 2 biggest ASX ETF themes today?

| Bronwyn Allen

Betashares reveals the two best-performing segments of the ASX ETF market in the second half of FY25.

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ETFs

5 reasons why the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) is a great investment for most Australians

| Tristan Harrison

There are a number of positives to like about this fund…

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REITs

Macquarie names 3 large cap ASX REITs to buy this month

| Aaron Bell

These REITs could be set to rise according to this broker

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Resources Shares

Why did investors keep buying BHP and Fortescue shares amid price falls in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP and Fortescue shares were the most traded stocks of FY25 and had the highest buy ratios, data shows.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local share market today.

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Gold

Why Macquarie expects this ASX 200 gold stock to surge 55%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a big rebound ahead for this beaten down ASX 200 gold miner.

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Bank Shares

CBA shares lead the big 4 banks in using AI to cut costs

| Laura Stewart

AI initiatives could transform the banking sector.

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International Stock News

Don't Blink: Here's how Nvidia could become the first $5 trillion company by the end of 2025

| Keithen Drury

Just because it's already the biggest company in the world by market cap doesn't mean the GPU leader doesn't have…

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Share Market News

Aussie investors increase ASX shares and sell investment properties

| Bronwyn Allen

More Australian investors are receiving dividend income each year, new tax data shows.

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ETFs

5 high-quality ASX ETFs to buy in August

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes these funds top picks for Aussie investors.

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