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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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Broker Notes

2 ASX shares Morgans thinks are worth gobbling up right now

| Aaron Bell

The broker sees big upside for these stocks.

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ETFs

The unexpected global market showing resilience – 3 ASX ETFs to target

| Aaron Bell

Chinese equities have been resilient amidst global volatility.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares look primed to take off — Here's why

| Marc Van Dinther

Business remains robust and brokers see ASX stock soaring up to 100%.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says these ASX 200 stocks could rise 50%+

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these stocks.

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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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REITs

A 7.4% yield but down 25%! Is it time for me to buy this ASX REIT to earn passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

This business now offers a distribution yield well over 7%.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy for an SMSF in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top picks for investors with an SMSF.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 energy shares lead the market for a third week

| Bronwyn Allen

Energy shares have risen 16.21% while the ASX 200 has lost 8.37% since the war in Iran began.

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Growth Shares

5 great value ASX growth shares I'd buy and hold

| Grace Alvino

These five ASX growth shares are trading well below recent highs, which could create opportunities for long-term investors.

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Share Market News

These ASX 200 shares could rise 40% to 60%

| James Mickleboro

Morgans thinks these shares could deliver big returns over the next 12 months.

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Retirement

3 blue-chip ASX shares to boost your retirement income

| Grace Alvino

From supermarkets to telecoms, these blue-chip ASX shares combine stability, scale, and the ability to generate consistent income over time.

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Retirement

You can aim to beat the Age Pension for the price of a daily coffee!

| Tristan Harrison

It doesn’t cost much to build up a large portfolio over time.

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Superannuation

3 dependable ASX shares to add to a superannuation fund in 2026

| Sebastian Bowen

I would trust these stocks with my retirement.

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How to invest

6 rules for set-and-forget investing to fund your retirement goals

| Melissa Maddison

Ask yourself these questions to build a direct stock set-and-forget portfolio.

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Growth Shares

The best ASX shares to invest $1,000 in right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be worth considering for an investment.

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Resources Shares

Own BHP shares? Here's an expert's view on the new CEO

| Tristan Harrison

One of the world’s biggest miners has a new boss.

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How to invest

How to build $100,000 a year in passive income from ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Make the share market your own ATM with this strategy.

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Opinions

Why buying ASX shares in March could supercharge your wealth

| Tristan Harrison

I think there are opportunities galore right now.

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Share Market News

Why these Vanguard ETFs could be best buys in 2026

| Grace Alvino

From global markets to emerging Asia, these Vanguard ETFs provide diversified exposure for investors in 2026.

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Opinions

Why I think now is a great time to buy Qantas shares for long-term passive income

| Bernd Struben

Qantas shares are now trading on a fully franked dividend yield of 5.5%.

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Dividend Investing

Don't want to rely on your wage? Build a second income with these ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

Dividend payments can supplement a wage, here are two top contenders for goal.

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Superannuation

If you're 55 and behind on superannuation, here's what you can still do

| James Mickleboro

Worried about your super balance? Here's what you can do to boost it.

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Investing Strategies

Market meltdown? Follow Warren Buffett's 5-step investing strategy

| Marc Van Dinther

Warren Buffett sees market chaos not as threat, but opportunity.

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Investing Strategies

A 2026 stock market crash could be an ultra-rare chance to build a $1 million portfolio

| Aaron Teboneras

A market crash could be the best buying opportunity.

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Opinions

Worried about an ASX share market correction? I'm following Warren Buffett's advice

| Tristan Harrison

The market is going through a volatility bump.

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ETFs

3 amazing ASX ETFs that focus on quality

| James Mickleboro

Looking for ETFs to buy? Here are three high-quality picks to consider.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX shares that could benefit from rising interest rates and oil prices

| James Mickleboro

These two shares may be well-placed in the current environment.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough end to a tough week.

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Share Market News

$10,000 invested in this ASX ETF a month ago is now worth $14,500

| Bronwyn Allen

Investors in this ASX ETF are sitting on very appealing short-term gains.

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Cheap Shares

Down 20% in a month, can this ASX defence stock make a turnaround?

| Aaron Teboneras

Can Austal shares recover after a sharp drop and earnings downgrade?

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Share Market News

Pulse check: How are the top 10 ASX 200 shares performing amid a new war?

| Bronwyn Allen

What's happening with CBA, BHP, Wesfarmers, Woodside, Telstra, and other large-cap shares?

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Motley Fool Take Stock

I bought shares today

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

But perhaps not for the reason you think.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Investing Strategies

4 top ASX share picks to buy

| Grace Alvino

Not all opportunities on the ASX are created equal. Here are four shares I think are well positioned for long-term…

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Industrials Shares

Computershare shares just hit a fresh multi-year low. What is going on?

| Aaron Teboneras

Computershare shares fall to a multi-year low after 7 straight declines.

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Broker Notes

3 buy-rated ASX shares in today's falling market

| Bronwyn Allen

The market is now 4% down in 2026, but amid the volatility, experts say there are good buys available.

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Gold

Do Northern Star shares have further to fall?

| Aaron Teboneras

Northern Star shares drop hard as its downgrade shakes investor confidence.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks screaming higher in this week's sinking market

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX 200 stocks surging this week despite the broader market retrace. But why?

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How to invest

What if the stock market crashes in 2026?

| Sebastian Bowen

It always pays to prepare for the worst...

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Resources Shares

Are Fortescue shares a top buy in March?

| Grace Alvino

Fortescue shares have delivered strong returns, but are they still a buy?

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