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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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Cheap Shares

Why I think these 2 ASX shares are steals

| Tristan Harrison

These investments are trading at really attractive valuations.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 54% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This business could build good returns for investors.

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Tax

Should I sell my loss-making stocks by the end of the 2025 financial year?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors hold or sell stocks that are currently in the red?

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Resources Shares

Is this a good time to buy BHP shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors jump on the ASX mining shares right now?

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How to invest

How ASX 200 stocks and ASX ETFs can be combined to build the perfect portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Want to build a strong portfolio? Then take a look at this strategy.

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Growth Shares

The pros and cons of buying Zip shares in June

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors buy now or wait until later?

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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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Retail Shares

Overinvested in Wesfarmers shares? Here are two alternative ASX retail stocks

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could complement an investment in Wesfarmers.

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ETFs

3 reasons why the Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (VHY) is a top buy for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

This fund is expected to pay significant dividend income in the coming year.

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How to invest

How much do I need to invest in ASX shares for $20,000 a year in passive income?

| Bernd Struben

We look at three top ASX dividend shares to earn a $20,000 annual passive income stream.

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Share Gainers

These were the best-performing ASX All Ords shares in May

| James Mickleboro

These shares caught the eye last month. What was getting investors excited?

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Share Market News

Strong gains for Wisetech, TechnologyOne, and Catapult amid ASX 200 tech sector lead

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX technology shares led the market with a 3.85% increase while the ASX 200 lifted 0.88% last week.

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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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Share Market News

Could these Australian fund managers be the next Warren Buffett?

| Laura Stewart

Buffett is widely regarded the world's most successful investor.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX growth shares I'd buy for the next 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be top picks for the long term.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs for beginners to buy in June

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great options if you're starting your investment journey.

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Retirement

3 ASX dividend shares paying more than the pension in retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

How much money would you need to have invested to receive more in ASX dividends than the pension?

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 40%+

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer from these shares according to analysts.

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How to invest

How to generate $52,000 of passive income from ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Want $1,000 a week in passive income? Here's how you could do it.

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Bank Shares

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

| Bernd Struben

NAB shares have delivered some benchmark smashing returns over the past five years.

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Materials Shares

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

| James Mickleboro

Will its shareholders be happy with their investment? Let's find out.

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Dividend Investing

Here's why I own these 3 ASX dividend shares for passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

These companies pay me handsomely to own them.

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Growth Shares

Why I'd buy this ASX growth share instantly

| Tristan Harrison

I’m calling on this stock to deliver strong returns.

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How to invest

Becoming a millionaire: Will ASX shares or property get you there quicker?

| Laura Stewart

Based on history, there's one clear winner.

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Small Cap Shares

These small cap ASX shares could rise 50% to 65%

| James Mickleboro

The team at Bell Potter is bullish on these names. Let's find out why.

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Broker Notes

Analysts say these ASX shares are top buys in June

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are urging investors to buy these shares. Let's find out why.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors finished the trading week on a high note this Friday.

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Bank Shares

Will CBA shares continue to outperform BHP shares over the next 5 years?

| James Mickleboro

Which of these two giants will perform best? Let's find out.

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REITs

Healthco Healthcare and Wellness REIT rips 17% higher on Healthscope update

| Bronwyn Allen

HCW REIT owns several hospitals leased to private operator, Healthscope, which is now in receivership.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

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

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ETFs

How can ASX investors gain exposure to cloud computing?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF allows investors to buy a slice of 'the cloud'.

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Findi, Lottery Corp, and REA shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Share Gainers

4 ASX 200 shares leading the charge higher this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors have been piling into these four ASX 200 shares this week. But why?

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REITs

What price target does Macquarie have on Goodman Group shares?

| Zach Bristow

Goodman Group posted an interesting set of numbers in Q3. Here's Macquarie's take.

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ETFs

$10,000 invested in HACK ETF a year ago is now worth…

| Bronwyn Allen

This exchange-traded fund seeks to capitalise on growing global demand for cybersecurity services.

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ETFs

Which 3 thematic ASX ETFs have surged between 20% and 50% since April?

| Laura Stewart

These 3 ASX ETFs have beaten the market by a substantial margin.

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Share Gainers

Why Catapult, Champion Iron, Healthco, and Meeka Metals shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this ASX 200 copper stock to surge 36% in a year

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts some hefty gains ahead for the ASX 200 copper miner. But why?

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares to buy in June: experts

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have strong growth potential.

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AI Stocks

AI stocks have soared since the Liberation Day Dip. 3 ASX ETFs to gain exposure

| James Mickleboro

Want exposure to the AI megatrend? Then check out these funds.

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