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Energy Shares

Paladin Energy share price hits a 12-year high: Too late to buy?

| James Mickleboro

Is this high-flying stock still in the buy zone? Or is it too late?

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Share Market News

Why the ASX 200 is predicted to leap higher in 2024 despite higher interest rates

| Bernd Struben

These experts are forecasting a strong run for the ASX 200 in 2024. But why?

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Broker Notes

The ASX 200 telco and energy stocks set to benefit from AI

| Bronwyn Allen

Advancements in AI will mean greater demand for fast connectivity and energy, says this expert.

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Blue Chip Shares

Goldman says this ASX 200 share can rise 20% and offer a juicy dividend yield

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip could be a top buy according to the broker.

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Healthcare Shares

Down 10% since mid-March, are Medibank shares a buy or a sell?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this stock a healthy opportunity?

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Bank Shares

ANZ shares tumble despite $3.5b half-year profit

| James Mickleboro

Did the bank deliver on expectations during the half? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

One ASX 200 stock that just upgraded earnings guidance (and one that downgraded)

| James Mickleboro

The fortunes of these companies are very different at present. What's going on?

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Bank Shares

Why is the NAB share price sinking today?

| James Mickleboro

This banking giant's shares are having a tough session. But why?

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Retail Shares

Is this crushed ASX retail share a buy?

| Kate O'Brien

Delve into whether the 52-week low signals a bargain or a warning.

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ETFs

3 top ASX ETF ideas for investors in May

| James Mickleboro

Here are a few ideas to consider for your portfolio this month.

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Travel Shares

4 reasons this fund manager thinks Qantas shares are a cheap buy

| Tristan Harrison

Here are some top reasons why the airline could be a top buy.

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Bank Shares

What are brokers saying about Westpac shares following the bank's results?

| James Mickleboro

Should investors buy this bank stock? Or have its shares peaked?

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REITs

Buy this ASX REIT for 99% occupancy and a 7.8% dividend yield!

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX expert likes what he sees in this income investment.

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Earnings Results

ANZ share price on watch amid first-half earnings beat and $2b buyback

| James Mickleboro

The banking giant appears to have outperformed expectations during the half.

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Opinions

Why I'm bullish about this ASX stock and recently bought more!

| Tristan Harrison

I’m excited about the future of this company.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend stocks to buy for an income boost

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think income investors should be buying these stocks this month.

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ETFs

Why this is one of the top ASX ETFs I'd buy in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

I’m very positive about this fund for the long-term.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good day for Aussie investors.

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Resources Shares

How important is copper for the future of BHP shares?

| Tristan Harrison

The miner is working on diversifying away from iron ore.

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Dividend Investing

Almost ready to retire? I'd buy cheap ASX dividend shares for income

| Tristan Harrison

Businesses with large dividend yields can offer a cash flow boost for retirement.

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Energy Shares

Down 24% since July, are AGL shares a cheap buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this stock capable of energising returns?

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International Stock News

Why has Warren Buffett just sold $20 billion of his biggest investment?

| Sebastian Bowen

Buffett's latest move is a surprising one...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy start to the week's trading for ASX shares today.

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Record Highs

New record high: Is it too late to buy Wesfarmers shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Would I buy Wesfarmers shares at their new record high?

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Energy Shares

These 2 ASX uranium shares just smashed multi-year highs!

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent the ASX uranium shares soaring to new multi-year highs.

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Technology Shares

Brainchip share price rockets 14% on patent news

| James Mickleboro

Investors are happy with today's news. Let's see what patent has been granted.

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Share Fallers

Why Block, Graincorp, Spark, and Tourism Holdings shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough time on Monday. But why?

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Highlights from Buffett and Berkshire

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

You’ll be a better investor for spending a little time taking in Warren Buffett's investing wisdom.

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Share Gainers

Why Carnarvon Energy, Goodman, Nickel Industries, and Southern Cross Electrical are rising

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week strongly. But why?

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Financial Shares

Magellan share price lifts despite April funds outflow

| Sebastian Bowen

Magellan lost some ground over the month just gone...

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the supersized Westpac dividend

| Bernd Struben

Westpac reported its half year results this morning and announced a big dividend boost.

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Bank Shares

What you need to do to secure the next NAB dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

Time is running out to bag this latest NAB dividend.

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 is off to races on Monday. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX 200 sharply higher on Monday. But why?

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Opinions

This ASX 200 stock gained in April while the market sank 3%. Is it a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this stock worth a bite?

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Share Fallers

Why did this ASX All Ords stock just crash 38%?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX All Ords stock sharply lower on Monday.

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Share Market News

Up over 100% last week, down 30% today! What's going on with this ASX mining stock?

| James Mickleboro

This mineral exploration company's shares have been on a rollercoaster ride in recent sessions.

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Share Market News

What can ASX 200 investors expect from the RBA interest rate call tomorrow?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 could make big moves higher or lower tomorrow depending on the RBA’s interest rate decision.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 excellent ASX 200 blue-chip shares to buy in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these quality companies as top buys.

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Industrials Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock just dived 8% on a profit downgrade

| James Mickleboro

The second half hasn't started positively for this company.

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