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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says this ASX share could rise 150%+

| James Mickleboro

Here's one for investors with a high tolerance for risk.

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Financial Shares

SpaceX shares pay off big time for this ASX-listed fund

| Cameron England

This fund is also making more big bets on AI.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares sink as investors react to $2.8 billion cost blowout

| Aaron Teboneras

BHP’s potash project has hit another cost hurdle.

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Technology Shares

Why are EOS shares rocketing 20% today?

| James Mickleboro

This defence stock is making its shareholders smile on Friday.

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Gold

2 ASX gold shares making big moves on key updates

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what these gold miners have announced on Friday.

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Technology Shares

ASX defence stock jumps 14% on US military news

| James Mickleboro

This stock is catching the eye on Friday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Which ASX 200 share is surging more than 10% higher on buyback news?

| Cameron England

Cost-saving measures are also paying off.

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Materials Shares

PLS shares tumble as the lithium giant reveals its next big move

| Aaron Teboneras

This lithium stock is sinking despite a big project update.

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Gold

Macquarie says this ASX gold stock can return better than 80%

| Cameron England

A new mining study has impressed the broker.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares vs Coles: Buy, hold, or sell these ASX giants?

| Marc Van Dinther

The supermarket showdown is alive and well, with both shares charging higher in June.

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Healthcare Shares

How much could the CSL share price rise in the next year?

| Tristan Harrison

Can this business deliver very healthy gains from here?

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Opinions

Is the AGL share price a buy at $8.50 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

AGL shares are down, but are they out?

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Gold

7 ASX gold stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is positive on gold and rates these stocks as buys this week.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX shares with dividend yields above 10%

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks offer some of the biggest yields around.

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ETFs

Invest like Warren Buffett with these top ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

These funds give investors an easy way to invest like the Oracle of Omaha.

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Blue Chip Shares

Which Aussie blue-chip stock is the best performer so far in 2026?

| Aaron Bell

Where have the winners been in 2026?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Wesfarmers shares have surged 20% in a month. Buy now?

| Marc Van Dinther

Analysts doubt Wesfarmers’ rally can continue further.

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Broker Notes

What is Bell Potter's updated view on Seek and REA shares?

| Aaron Bell

One is a buy while the other is a sell.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name 2 ASX dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income? These dividend shares have been named as buys.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares experts think could double over 12 months

| Marc Van Dinther

Analysts see triple-digit upside for these beaten-down stocks.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week on a positive note? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Warning! 5 ASX stocks to fall 20% or more: Experts

| Bronwyn Allen

According to the experts' 12-month share price targets, these stocks are set to tumble.

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Technology Shares

Up 70% and still charging ahead: Are Megaport shares a buy?

| Marc Van Dinther

Megaport’s AI-driven rally divides broker opinion.

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Superannuation

How much superannuation do I really need to retire comfortably at age 67?

| Samantha Menzies

Are you on track to live the retirement lifestyle you want?

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ETFs

5 high-quality ASX ETFs to buy with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

These funds provide investors with an easy way to invest in quality stocks from across the globe.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rather miserable Thursday on the ASX boards.

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Broker Notes

4 ASX 200 shares downgraded by brokers this week

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers lowered their ratings on Rio Tinto, Resmed, Transurban, and others this week. 

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Technology Shares

Why WiseTech shares could rise 95% to 165%

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think this tech stock could be heading significantly higher.

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Record Highs

Macquarie shares hit another record high. Has the rally gone too far?

| Aaron Teboneras

Another record high has pushed this stock into focus.

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Opinions

Here's why I'd add Alphabet shares to an ASX stock portfolio right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Why not add this world-class company to your portfolio?

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Healthcare Shares

Why is this ASX biotech stock blasting higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Investors are backing the biotech's growing commercial and pipeline potential.

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Healthcare Shares

Down 30%, should I buy ResMed shares now?

| Grace Alvino

A sharp fall can make investors cautious, but it can also create opportunity when the long-term business remains strong.

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Economy

Why has the ASX 200 given up its early rebound today?

| Aaron Teboneras

The ASX 200 has slipped after briefly moving higher.

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Technology Shares

Why did this ASX defence stock jump 5% before entering a trading halt?

| Aaron Teboneras

Investors are waiting on new details from this ASX defence stock.

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Resources Shares

Buy, hold, sell: Liontown, Wildcat Resources, PLS Group shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Let's check out some new ratings on 3 ASX lithium shares this week.

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Communication Shares

5 years ago, $10,000 bought 2,801 Telstra shares. But how many would it buy now?

| Tristan Harrison

Telstra shareholders have seen very positive returns.

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Resources Shares

2 ASX mining stocks to sell after strong runs: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

Far East Capital says investors should take their profits and run on these 2 ASX mining stocks.

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Gold

This ASX gold stock is rewarding shareholders with cash and shares, and it's not too late to buy in

| Cameron England

This gold miner is cashed up.

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Share Gainers

Why Actinogen, Devex, EOS, and Web Travel shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are outperforming the market on Thursday. What's going on?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

This beaten-down ASX stock is jumping 6% after a $4.4 million insider buy

| Aaron Teboneras

Insider buying gives this beaten-down ASX stock a welcome lift.

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