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Record Highs

How high will the Polynovo share price climb in 2020?

| Ken Hall

The Polynovo Ltd (ASX: PNV) share price has rocketed to a new record high – but how much further will…

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Resources Shares

A second headwind hitting ASX energy stocks apart from coronavirus

| Brendon Lau

ASX energy stocks are likely to come under pressure this morning as the oil price got hit on two fronts…

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Share Market News

Where I would spend $4000 on ASX shares this reporting season

| Michael Tonon

Thanks to sector volatility and the emotional behaviour of investors, I believe these 2 ASX shares offer long term investors…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Is the AFIC share price a buy for dividends right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is the Australian Foundation Investment Co. Ltd. (ASX:AFI) share price a buy for the dividend yield right now?

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Share Market News

FlexiGroup shares on watch after launching world first BNPL product with Mastercard

| James Mickleboro

The FlexiGroup Limited (ASX:FXL) share price will be one to watch on Monday after announcing the launch of a world…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 ASX 200 shares I'm watching this week

| Ken Hall

3 of the largest ASX 200 shares are releasing their results this week. Here are a few key things that…

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Record Highs

Will Macquarie shares hit $150 this week?

| Ken Hall

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG) shares are at a new all-time high – but can they hit $150 per share…

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Share Market News

Sezzle share price on watch after surpassing 1 million active customers

| James Mickleboro

The Sezzle Inc (ASX:SZL) share price could be on the move on Monday after announcing one million active customers...

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Share Market News

Why the LiveTiles share price has skyrocketed 40% in a week

| Rhys Brock

The LiveTiles Ltd (ASX: LVT) share price surged 40% higher last week after announcing strong quarterly results and a new…

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⏸️ Investing

3 themes analysts are watching this ASX reporting season

| Nikhil Gangaram

Analysts from broker Morgan Stanley released a calendar covering the ASX stocks and sectors to watch. Here are 3 themes…

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Share Market News

Why Coles and these ASX shares just hit record highs

| James Mickleboro

Here's why Coles Group Ltd (ASX:COL) and these ASX shares have raced to record highs this month...

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 high yield ASX dividend shares that smash low interest rates

| James Mickleboro

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) expects two rate cuts in 2020. Luckily, you can smash low interest rates with these ASX…

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Share Market News

Here are the 10 most shorted shares on the ASX

| James Mickleboro

Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY), JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH), Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) shares are among the most shorted shares on the ASX...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT), JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH), and Platinum Asset Management Ltd (ASX:PTM) shares will be on watch on…

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⏸️ Dividend shares for retirement

Retirement hack: cheap dividend stocks could make you a million

| Peter Stephens

Buying undervalued income shares could boost your chances of generating a seven-figure portfolio.

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 high quality ASX shares for a retirement portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Coles Group Ltd (ASX:COL) and these ASX shares could be top options for a retirement portfolio right now...

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⏸️ How to Invest

How to invest for the future

| Ken Hall

Here are a few things to think about before you start to invest for your children's future in 2020.

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⏸️ Shares for Beginners

4 ASX shares to start a share portfolio

| Phil Harpur

So, you've decided to start a share portfolio? Great! Here are 4 ASX shares to get you started.

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Share Market News

What to watch on the ASX 200 next week

| James Mickleboro

All eyes will be on Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and these ASX 200 shares next week. Here's why...

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Growth Shares

Are these the best buy and hold ASX shares for strong long term returns?

| James Mickleboro

A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M) and these ASX shares could be some of the best buy and hold investment options on…

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Tax

How to pay less tax and boost your ASX returns

| Ken Hall

A few simple strategies to pay less tax on your investments and get higher overall returns from your ASX shares…

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REITs

Forget buying property: how REITs can boost your retirement prospects

| Peter Stephens

REITS could offer lower risk, reduced costs and higher returns than buying property.

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Share Market News

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Top brokers have named Costa Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:CGC) and these ASX shares as buys for next week...

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Share Market News

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell next week

| James Mickleboro

Here's why JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) and these ASX shares have been named as sells by top brokers...

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⏸️ How to Invest

Here's why ASX ethical investing is not as good as it seems

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why ASX ethical investing might not be as good as it seems.

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 star ASX income stocks for the 2020s

| Tristan Harrison

Here are 3 star ASX income stocks for the 2020s including Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Co. Ltd (ASX:SOL).

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⏸️ Dividend shares for retirement

No savings at 50? I'd buy dividend stocks to retire on a growing passive income

| Peter Stephens

Here’s how dividend stocks could improve your retirement prospects.

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Retirement

No savings at 50? Here are 3 steps I'd take today to retire in comfort

| Peter Stephens

Following this plan could help to improve your financial position in retirement.

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Westpac tips two cash rate cuts in 2020

| James Mickleboro

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) is tipping the Reserve Bank to make two rates cuts in 2020. Here's how to beat…

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Growth Shares

3 top ASX growth shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Here's why I think Appen Ltd (ASX:APX) and these ASX growth shares could be among the best on offer on the…

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Retirement

Forget buying property: how REITs can boost your retirement prospects

| Peter Stephens

REITS could offer lower risk, reduced costs and higher returns than buying property.

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Dividend Investing

How this 1 simple investing trick could make you a millionaire

| Ken Hall

If you're an ASX dividend investor who is planning for your long-term future, this one decision could be the key…

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Share Market News

4 of the biggest news pieces from the ASX200 this week

| Tristan Harrison

These were 4 of the biggest news items from the ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) this week. Read how this affected these…

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⏸️ Personal Loans

How to pay down debt quickly and invest more in ASX shares

| Ken Hall

It can be hard to pay down debt and get back in control. Here are a few easy tips to…

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

The Costa Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:CGC) share price and the Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) share price were amongst the best performers…

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

The Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH) share price and the IOOF Holdings Limited (ASX:IFL) share price were amongst the worst performers…

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares to buy with $3,000

| Phil Harpur

Whether you're buying shares for the first time or looking to add to your portfolio, here are 3 ASX share…

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Share Market News

Here's why the US elections are good for the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why the 2020 US elections in November could be a boon for the ASX and Aussie shares.

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Growth Shares

3 top ASX growth shares investors should never sell

| Tristan Harrison

Here are 3 top ASX growth shares that investors should never sell including tech share Xero Limited (ASX:XRO).

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How to invest

How will you know when it's time to take your profit?

| Greg Butler

What is the secret behind knowing when to sell your ASX shares? Is it all just guesswork? Or is there…

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