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Share Market News

ASX 200 rises, Bingo jumps after reporting

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) rose 0.5% today, the Bingo Industries Ltd (ASX:BIN) share price went up 12.8% after reporting.

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Share Gainers

Today's strong performance sees Webjet's share price leap 31% so far in August

| Bernd Struben

Online travel agent Webjet's share price closed up 4.2% today, delivering more than a 31% gain to shareholders so far…

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⏸️ Income

Forget term deposits and buy these quality ASX income shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's why I think income investors should skip term deposits and buy BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP) and this ASX dividend share...

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Coronavirus News

Qantas to cut 2,420 more jobs

| Tony Yoo

In addition to the 6,000 already to be terminated, in-house ground crew roles are to be outsourced as part of…

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Share Gainers

Stockland share price jumps over 6% following solid FY 2020 result

| James Mickleboro

The Stockland Corporation Ltd (ASX: SGP) share price was one of the strongest performers on the ASX 200 on Tuesday…

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How to invest

This share platform forces you to invest long-term

| Tony Yoo

Vanguard launched a stock investment product in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. We discuss what "staying the course" is…

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⏸️ Alternative Assets

These ASX ETFs will give you exposure to China's growing middle class

| James Mickleboro

Forget Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) and buy these ASX ETFs to gain exposure to China's growing middle class...

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Index investing

Is iShares S&P 500 ETF the best long-term investment?

| Tristan Harrison

Is iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX:IVV), which includes many US shares, the best long-term investment for Aussie investors to put…

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Growth Shares

2 top ASX tech shares to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

Here's why I think Appen Ltd (ASX:APX) and this ASX tech share could be top options for investors in September...

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Share Market News

Mosaic Brands share price crashes on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

Mosaic Brands share price has crashed today after the release of FY20 results showing a significant drop in earnings.

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Share Market News

Afterpay share price leaps 7% today after 3 broker upgrades

| Bernd Struben

The Afterpay share price is up by 7% today, boosted by 3 broker upgrades that like the buy now, pay…

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $5,000 into ASX shares immediately

| James Mickleboro

Altium Limited (ASX:ALU) and this fantastic ASX share could be great options for a $5,000 investment right now. Here's why I…

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Share Gainers

People Infrastructure share price jumps 8% higher on strong FY 2020 result

| James Mickleboro

The People Infrastructure Ltd (ASX:PPE) share price is jumping higher after delivering a strong result in FY 2020...

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Share Market News

The latest ASX stocks that brokers just upgraded to "buy"

| Brendon Lau

There’s value still left to be uncovered in this raging bull market as leading brokers just upgraded these ASX stocks…

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⏸️ Investing

Analysts think 5G Networks shares could be a post-COVID-19 winner

| Nikhil Gangaram

Here's why analysts from Wilson's think that 5G Networks Ltd (ASX: 5GN) could be a winner, post-COVID-19 and beyond.

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 ASX dividend shares that have increased their payouts in 2020

| Sebastian Bowen

Rural Funds Group (ASX: RFF) is one of the 3 ASX dividend shares I've found that have increased their payouts…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: NZME share price rockets 41% higher as profits jump more than 200%

| Kate O'Brien

The NZME Limited share price has rocketed 41% higher after the media company revealed a 217% increase in profits.

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Share Gainers

AUB Group share price storms higher on strong profit and dividend growth

| James Mickleboro

The AUB Group Ltd (ASX:AUB) share price is storming higher on Tuesday after recording its strongest profit growth in seven…

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Share Market News

Pro-Pac Packaging share price leaps 6% higher on FY20 results and dividend news

| Matthew Donald

The Pro-Pac Packaging share price has leapt more than 6% higher today following the release of a strong FY20 result…

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⏸️ Famous Investors

The 1 Warren Buffett quote that tells us how to invest right now

| Sebastian Bowen

This one quote from the famous Warren Buffett of Berkshire Hathaway is extremey relevant to today's share market and ASX…

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Share Market News

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and these ASX shares as sells this week. Here's why they are bearish...

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Share Market News

Nitro Software share price down 8% following half year results

| Bernd Struben

The Nitro Software share price is under pressure following the company's results for the half year ended June 30 2020.…

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Share Market News

Bingo Industries share price surges on 196% boost in profit

| Kate O'Brien

The Bingo Industries Limited share price has leapt more than 12% after the waste management company revealed a 196% increase…

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Share Market News

Rural Funds share price rises on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

Rural Funds share price has increased after delivering solid FY20 results driven by its expansion and independent valuations of assets.

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Share Market News

Oil Search share price rises after interim half year result

| Chris Chitty

The Oil Search share price was higher today after the company released its interim result for the half year to…

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Share Market News

The Scentre Group share price is up today. Here's why

| Daryl Mather

Despite damage inflicted on shopping centres by the coronavirus pandemic, the Scentre Group reveals it is well-positioned for future growth

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Share Market News

This rising sentiment is spurring the share market's bull run

| Bernd Struben

Technology share prices in US markets and on the ASX are again breaking record highs on rising sentiment. Here's why...

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Share Fallers

Why Blackmores, MNF Group, Nanosonics, & Seven West Media are dropping lower

| James Mickleboro

Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) and Nanosonics Ltd (ASX:NAN) shares are two of four dropping notably lower on the ASX on Tuesday...

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Share Market News

Starpharma share price bolts 14% on COVID-19 nasal spray

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Starpharma share price has bolted more than 14% after the company provided an update on its nasal spray for…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 up 0.7%: Big four banks storm higher, Blackmores disappoints, Xero acquisition

| James Mickleboro

Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) and National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) shares are making waves on the ASX 200 on Tuesday...

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Healthcare Shares

Here's why the Nanosonics share price is taking a steep dive today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Nanosonics Ltd (ASX: NAN) share price is under pressure today, after the medical technology company released its full-year results.

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Share Gainers

Why Afterpay, BINGO, Scentre, & Westpac shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) shares are two of four charging notably higher on Tuesday. Here's why...

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Share Market News

Alumina share price jumps 6% on half year results

| Matthew Donald

The Alumina share price is rising following a rosier outlook due to a supply disruption in Brazil helping offset a…

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Share Market News

Ampol share price falls as it releases half year result

| Chris Chitty

The Ampol share price dropped lower today as half year financial results reveal the impact of COVID-19 on the transport…

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Coronavirus News

3 million Aussies could be given $5,000 to buy shares

| Tony Yoo

Government urged to help vulnerable Australians who accessed emergency cash during the COVID-19 crisis.

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Share Market News

Western Areas share price charges higher after delivering strongest profit in 7 years

| James Mickleboro

The Western Areas Ltd (ASX: WSA) share price is pushing higher on Tuesday after delivering its strongest full year profit…

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Share Market News

Hub24 share price tumbles despite a big profit and dividend increase

| Brendon Lau

The Hub24 Ltd (ASX: HUB) share price fell this morning even after it reported an increase in profits and dividend…

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Share Fallers

MNF share price sinks lower despite record profit result

| James Mickleboro

The MNF Group Ltd (ASX:MNF) share price has come under pressure on Tuesday despite the release of a record profit…

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Share Market News

Propel Funeral Partners share price rising following FY20 Results

| Matthew Donald

The Propel Funeral Partners share price is on the rise this morning following the company's release of resilient earnings in…

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Share Market News

Xero share price hits record high following $80 million Waddle acquisition

| James Mickleboro

The Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) share price is pushing higher on Tuesday after announcing the $80 million acquisition of Waddle...

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