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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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Blue Chip Shares

Should you buy, hold, or sell CBA, Fortescue, and Woolworths shares?

| James Mickleboro

One broker has given its verdict on these blue chips.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Gold

Beaten-down ASX 200 gold stock leaping higher today as records tumble

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the beaten-down ASX 200 gold miner today. But why?

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Growth Shares

The best ASX growth shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

These growth shares have been recommended as buys.

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Technology Shares

WiseTech share price higher on big news

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock has found its new leader.

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Energy Shares

Why are Boss Energy shares crashing 40% today?

| James Mickleboro

This uranium stock is having a tough start to the week.

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International Stock News

Should you buy Amazon stock before July 31?

| Jennifer Saibil

Amazon is trailing the market this year.

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ETFs

S&P 500 reaches another all time high! Why MOAT ETF should outperform IVV ETF from here

| Laura Stewart

Are you looking to invest in US-focused ASX ETFs? Read this first.

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ETFs

Invest $5,000 into these ASX ETFs in August

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be worth a spot in your portfolio.

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Retail Shares

Are Wesfarmers shares a buy before earnings season?

| Laura Stewart

What could the next 12 months look like?

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Small Cap Shares

Broker names 3 ASX small-cap shares with 25%, 35% and 48% upside

| Laura Stewart

These ASX small-caps could be major winners over the next year.

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Share Market News

Buy these excellent ASX dividend shares for 5%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect above-average dividend yields from these shares.

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Broker Notes

Up 64% this year! What's Macquarie's price target for Lynas Rare Earths shares?

| Bart Bogacz

Clouds on the horizon?

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Opinions

3 reasons why the Xero share price could be a strong buy

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has all the hallmarks of a long-term winner.

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Materials Shares

Up 46% in one month! Pilbara Minerals shares lead the charge as lithium stocks rally

| Bart Bogacz

Are lithium stocks back in vogue?

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Small Cap Shares

Why I think this ASX small-cap stock is a bargain at $4.91

| Tristan Harrison

This business is very attractive to me.

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $2,500 in ASX shares in August

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares are being tipped as buys for next month.

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Broker Notes

Leading broker just downgraded the Fortescue share price. Is it time to sell?

| Bart Bogacz

Downside ahead for the iron ore titan?

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Cheap Shares

2 ASX 300 shares highly recommended to buy: Experts

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses may be severely underrated by the market.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Broker tips Domino's Pizza share price to rise 54% in FY26

| Bronwyn Allen

Ord Minnett says the current Domino's Pizza share price offers "very attractive value".

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Share Market News

Top fund manager backs these 3 ASX 200 shares to shine in FY26

| Bart Bogacz

Let’s see who they are.

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Share Market News

Macquarie predicts 26% upside for this ASX utilities stock

| Aaron Bell

Here’s what’s behind the brokers recommendation.

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Dividend Investing

Why I think this is a top ASX 300 stock to buy right now for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

Rural Funds can provide investors with a lot of income at the current valuation.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 40% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This business could be a very good choice for healthy dividends.

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Energy Shares

What does Macquarie think Karoon Energy shares are worth?

| Aaron Bell

This broker has updated its guidance on this energy company

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares lead the market as US trade deals fuel optimism

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX energy shares lifted 3.94% as more US trade deals led to improved market sentiment.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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ETFs

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (VHY) unit price a buy for passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

The VHY ETF has a reputation for big dividends. Is it a buy today?

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How to invest

How to build wealth with ASX shares without taking big risks

| James Mickleboro

Many investors believe they need to chase high-risk, speculative ASX shares to grow their wealth quickly. But in reality, most…

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Dividend Investing

How to make $10,000 of passive income a year

| James Mickleboro

Here's how to make the share market your own personal ATM.

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ETFs

3 strong ASX ETFs to buy for simple investing

| James Mickleboro

These funds make investing in quality stocks very easy.

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How to invest

How $500 a month in ASX shares could become $1 million

| James Mickleboro

It might not be as hard as you think to become a millionaire through the share market.

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International Stock News

Prediction: These 2 AI stocks will rebound in the 2nd half

| Adria Cimino

One of these stocks finished the first half unchanged, and the other fell in the double-digits.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX blue-chip shares offering big dividend yields

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have a lot to offer income-focused investors.

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Superannuation

10 best superannuation funds of FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

The best-performing Australian superannuation fund delivered an impressive 12.9% total return.

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Energy Shares

$10,000 invested in Paladin Energy shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Bernd Struben

July 2020 would have been a great time to buy Paladin Energy shares.

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Dividend Investing

How much dividend income does the average ASX investor earn?

| Bronwyn Allen

It's an impressive amount!

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Dividend Investing

Which ASX 200 sector paid the best dividends in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal the dividend returns of each of the 11 market sectors in FY25.

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Technology Shares

$10,000 invested in DroneShield shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| James Mickleboro

You might be laughing all the way to the bank if you had done this.

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