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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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How to invest

How to target a $50,000 passive income starting from zero

| Leigh Gant

Turn small savings into a powerful income stream with discipline, smart investing, and time on your side.

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Cheap Shares

These cheap ASX 200 shares could rise 25% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be destined to deliver big returns for investors.

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Resources Shares

ASX mining stocks are up 9% in August. Experts name 2 to buy and 1 to sell

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX mining shares have been surging, with the S&P/ASX 300 Metal & Mining Index rising 9% this month alone.

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ETFs

Which AI focussed ASX ETF has performed the best this year?

| Aaron Bell

Lets compare 3 funds with similar objectives.

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Broker Notes

Why Telix shares could rocket 60%+

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer here according to analysts at Bell Potter.

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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie predict for this top ASX dividend share after its FY25 result?

| Tristan Harrison

This stock continues to deliver for income investors.

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Earnings Results

Earnings season tips: Broker updates guidance on 2 penny stocks

| Aaron Bell

As reporting season marches on, this broker has put attractive price targets on two penny stocks 

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Retail Shares

Why I think this was one of the best ASX dividend share results

| Tristan Harrison

This dividend-paying business is delivering very attractive results.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie predicts 16% upside for this ASX All Ords telco stock after its FY25 result

| Tristan Harrison

Experts are calling this stock an opportunity.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week at a new record high? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Here's what analysts expect for the BHP share price in the coming year

| Tristan Harrison

These are the latest forecasts for BHP.

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International Stock News

Here's why Nvidia outperforms out to 2028

| George Budwell

Nvidia's multilayered moat makes its dominance effectively unbreakable through 2028.

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ETFs

I think these 2 ASX ETFs are unmissable buys

| Tristan Harrison

These funds have a lot to offer investors.

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Earnings Results

Why did this ASX 200 healthcare stock crash 14% yesterday?

| Bart Bogacz

Torrid day for shareholders.

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Healthcare Shares

Why this ASX 200 stock could be a bargain buy after crashing 13%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks that a buying opportunity could have opened up for investors.

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Technology Shares

Own Xero shares? Here are 3 key takeaways from its AGM

| James Mickleboro

What did the tech star unveil at its annual general meeting?

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ETFs

2 of the best ASX ETFs to buy for a lifetime of passive income

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be an easy way to generate passive income.

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Earnings Results

Why did Goodman shares miss out on the market rally?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this blue chip missed out on the market rally today.

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52-Week Highs

16 ASX 200 shares roar to multi-year highs amid new market milestone

| Bronwyn Allen

These shares hit new price highs amid the ASX 200 surpassing 9,000 points for the first time.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a historic day for the Australian stock market.

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX REITS to consider for long-term passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

If you're looking for income, REITs can pay big cheques.

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Financial Shares

Why is the IAG share price falling on Thursday?

| Bronwyn Allen

The general insurance giant is among the biggest fallers of the ASX 200 today. Here's why.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 amazing ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be worth holding tightly to for the long term.

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Broker Notes

Why did Macquarie just downgrade The Lottery Corp shares?

| Samantha Menzies

The Lottery Corp's share price climbed 2.39% in early afternoon trading.

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REITs

Why Macquarie tips this dividend paying ASX 200 REIT to outperform in FY 2026

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie is bullish on the outlook for this ASX 200 REIT. But why?

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Earnings Results

Why did this high-yielding ASX 200 dividend share just crash 22%?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 dividend share has come under heavy selling pressure. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Goodman, Healius, IPH, and Sonic Healthcare shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Thursday. But why?

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Retirement

First change to deeming rates in 5 years – will your pension be affected?

| Bronwyn Allen

Higher deeming rates may affect your eligibility for the pension, or how much you receive, from next month.

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Opinions

I just sold my best-performing stock of all time. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock was a 5-bagger for me, but I sold out.

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Share Gainers

Why Brambles, Codan, Objective Corp, and Super Retail shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a very strong day. But why?

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 stock is rocketing to 52-week highs on results day?

| Bart Bogacz

Strong performance in FY25.

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Transport Shares

This ASX heavy weight is on the rise on Thursday: Here's why

| Samantha Menzies

The share price is 8.56% higher at lunchtime trading.

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Retirement

Pension boost: Here's how much extra you'll get from next month

| Bronwyn Allen

The next round of indexation changes to the age pension will come into effect on 20 September.

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Record Highs

Big news: ASX 200 hits 9,000 point record for the first time ever

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 has never seen 9,000 points... before today.

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Broker Notes

Down 38% in 2 days, here's Macquarie's 12-month forecast for James Hardie shares

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie delivers its verdict on James Hardie shares following this week’s brutal sell-down.

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Industrials Shares

Macquarie thinks this ASX 200 stock could crash 45%

| Samantha Menzies

The company's shares are trading in the red today.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to ride the next decade of tech growth

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be well-positioned for growth over the next decade.

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Technology Shares

This ASX All Ords stock just surged 21% today! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX All Ords stock flying higher today. But why?

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Earnings Results

Codan surges 12% on blockbuster FY25 result

| Laura Stewart

Codan has risen more than 100% over the past 12 months.

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Earnings Results

Charter Hall Group FY25 earnings: 7% lift in profits and guidance upgrade

| Laura Stewart

Charter Hall Group posts 7.3% profit growth, higher distributions, and upbeat FY26 earnings guidance.

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