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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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Energy Shares

Top investment bank downgrades ASX 200 oil stock following trading update

| Sebastian Bowen

This big oil stock is being punished by investors...

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares mixed despite strong quarterlies

| Zach Bristow

Investors were originally positive on all three early in the session.

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ETFs

Why these ASX ETFs could be quality options for beginner investors

| James Mickleboro

New to investing? Then check out these quality ETFs.

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Resources Shares

Why these 2 ASX lithium shares are getting a boost today

| Zach Bristow

These lithium players have caught a bid today following updates.

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Healthcare Shares

2 ASX biotech shares rocketing more than 40% on big news

| Bronwyn Allen

These two ASX healthcare companies have exciting news for investors today.

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International Stock News

Has Nvidia's stock finally peaked?

| David Jagielski

Could this be the start of a much larger sell-off in Nvidia's stock?

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Blue Chip Shares

2 high-quality ASX 200 blue chip shares to strengthen your portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named these strong stocks as top buys this month.

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Materials Shares

Has the lithium price reached its floor?

| Bronwyn Allen

Supply is finally starting to decline as higher cost producers exit the market, says Pilbara Minerals CEO.

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52-Week Highs

3 ASX All Ordinaries shares smashing multi-year highs while the market dives

| Sebastian Bowen

These All Ords stocks are burning bright on the ASX today...

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Technology Shares

ASX 200 tech shares tumble following Nasdaq stock market crash

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 tech stocks are taking a beating after the Nasdaq plunged 3.6% overnight.

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Industrials Shares

ASX All Ords stock sinking 8% despite rocketing revenue

| Mitchell Lawler

Sometimes 58% revenue growth isn't enough to impress shareholders.

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Share Gainers

Why Aurora Labs, Coronado Global, Latin Resources, and Newmont shares are rising

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most. But why?

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Resources Shares

2 ASX 300 mining shares diving over 8% on quarterly updates

| Zach Bristow

The market was expecting more from these players.

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Resources Shares

Gina Rinehart just boosted her holding of this beaten-up ASX 200 mining stock!

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is attracting Australia’s richest person.

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BNPL shares

Why is the Zip share price tanking 5% today?

| Kate Lee (TMFklee)

The Zip share price is down over 5% today as the company starts its share purchase plan.

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Share Fallers

Why Arafura, Block, Sayona Mining, and Syrah Resources shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a difficult time on Thursday. But why?

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Gold

Why this ASX 200 gold stock is smashing the market today

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are bidding up this gold stock on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

Why is the Brainchip share price tumbling 7% on Thursday?

| James Mickleboro

This semiconductor company's shares are under pressure again. But why?

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Bank Shares

ANZ shares: Cuts, allegations, and a bond deal gone bad

| Mitchell Lawler

The verdict is still out on whether the anomaly was a coincidence or not. Yet, ANZ is already trying to…

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Communication Shares

Ouch! ASX 200 stock sees red after $141m China impairment

| Zach Bristow

After a business review, the company decided to write its investment down.

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Share Market News

Why is the Arafura share price crashing 13% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why investors are selling this rare earths stock on Thursday.

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Earnings Results

Newmont share price higher as cash flow jumps 113% in Q2

| Zach Bristow

The gold miner came in with a strong set of results.

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Gold

Why is the Northern Star share price lifting off today?

| Bernd Struben

Northern Star shares are shrugging off the ASX 200 sell-off today and charging higher. But why?

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Materials Shares

Why is the Sayona Mining share price hitting a multi-year low today?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner continues to sell lithium at a loss and burn through cash reserves.

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Materials Shares

Fortescue shares sink despite 'outstanding quarter'

| James Mickleboro

The iron ore giant had a record finish to the year.

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International Stock News

Why Nvidia stock is sinking again

| Keith Noonan

Earnings season has kicked off for the "Magnificent Seven." What does this mean for Nvidia?

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Financial Shares

Macquarie share price tumbles on first-quarter update

| James Mickleboro

How did this investment bank perform during the first quarter?

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Dividend Investing

Are these 2 ASX dividend shares standout buys for a winning portfolio?

| Tristan Harrison

Does the great dividend income of these stocks make them buys?

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International Stock News

Tesla's Q2 disappoints, but there's more to the story

| Daniel Miller

Here's why the second quarter could be better than it appears, and why 2025 can't come soon enough.

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International Stock News

Why Tesla stock just crashed

| Rich Smith

Tesla stock looks like the "Bad News Bears" of the auto industry.

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Dividend Investing

Top brokers say these ASX dividend stocks are quality buys

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are saying about these buy-rated income stocks.

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Speculative

'Blockbuster opportunity': This speculative ASX stock could rise 70%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks exciting times could be around the corner for this buy-rated high risk stock.

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Broker Notes

How I'd invest $5,000 in ASX shares right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated stocks could be great options for those funds.

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Materials Shares

Down 40% in a year: Are Pilbara Minerals shares good value?

| James Mickleboro

Is it time to buy this lithium giant yet

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Retail Shares

Where will Wesfarmers stock be in 1 year?

| Tristan Harrison

Can this retail giant keep providing good returns for investors?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough session for Aussie investors today.

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Dividend Investing

4 ASX dividend shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these stocks as buys for income investors.

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Bank Shares

How big could the returns from Westpac shares be in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this bank primed to deliver further strong performance? Here’s one broker’s view.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Would Warren Buffett buy Woolworths shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on whether Buffett would buy Woolies today.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre hump day for ASX shares today...

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