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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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How to invest

Why market volatility is an ASX stock picker's best friend

| James Mickleboro

Here's why you shouldn't fear market volatility.

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Bank Shares

Guess which big 4 bank preemptively cut interest rates ahead of the RBA's next decision?

| Sebastian Bowen

This bank has pipped the RBA to the punch.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is this ASX 300 stock crashing 18% today?

| James Mickleboro

Investors are rushing to the exits. But why? Let's look into things.

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Real Estate Shares

After its result, does Macquarie have a buy, hold or sell rating on REA Group shares?

| Bernd Struben

REA Group shares are down 4% since Friday’s earnings results. Should I buy the dip right now?

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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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Dividend Investing

Little time left to snap up the next dividend from ANZ shares

| Bronwyn Allen

ANZ shares will pay an interim dividend of 83 cents per share on 1 July.

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Share Gainers

Why Core Lithium, Goodman, GQG, and Macquarie shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in a positive fashion. But why?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX stock just rocketed 21% on takeover news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX stock following a confirmed takeover offer.

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International Stock News

16 words from Warren Buffett that should have Apple stock investors excited

| Prosper Junior Bakiny

Let's see what Buffett had to say and what it means for investors.

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International Stock News

Prediction: Warren Buffett may be shifting out of his Berkshire Hathaway CEO role, but he's not done investing

| Adria Cimino

Let's take a closer look at what may be ahead.

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Share Market News

Why AVITA, Botanix, Brainchip, and NAB shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling on Monday. But why?

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Healthcare Shares

Are CSL shares at risk from the Trump tariffs?

| Bernd Struben

How exposed are CSL shares to potential Trump medicinal tariffs?

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International Stock News

Here's why I'm not too worried for Alphabet despite Apple's potential new AI-powered Safari search

| James Brumley

Investors panicked when the possibility was floated, but take a step back and look at the bigger picture.

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International Stock News

Should you buy Nvidia before May 19?

| Adria Cimino

Nvidia has been firing on all cylinders, and we may have a chance to hear more about this top AI…

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Share Market News

Pexa affirms 2025 guidance but issues warning on costs

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the property technology company has announced today.

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Technology Shares

What does Macquarie think Xero shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Does the broker see value in this tech stock? Let's find out.

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Communication Shares

Telstra share price dips amid BIG leadership news

| Bernd Struben

Telstra released a major leadership announcement on Monday.

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Bank Shares

Why is the NAB share price tumbling today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why this banking giant's shares are falling today.

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Materials Shares

Core Lithium shares charge higher on big news

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner is starting the week strongly. But why?

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How to invest

Why does Warren Buffett prefer shares over property?

| Laura Stewart

Equities made Buffett the world's most successful investor.

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Financial Shares

Macquarie tips 28% upside for this ASX financial stock

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has a lot of potential.

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ETFs

Up 40% in 2025, why this ASX ETF may just be getting started

| Laura Stewart

This ASX ETF has consistently beaten the market.

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Cheap Shares

Is it time to buy these 2 beaten-up ASX shares in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these two ASX shares that have gone through a sell-off.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX 200 shares to buy with $1,000

| James Mickleboro

Here are three top picks according to analysts for investors looking at putting their money to work in the share…

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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ETFs

The pros and cons of buying iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) this month

| Tristan Harrison

Is this leading fund a good buy today?

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Dividend Investing

3 excellent ASX dividend stocks to buy with $3,000

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe these shares could be quality picks for Aussie income investors.

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Dividend Investing

Overinvested in Fortescue? Here are two alternative ASX dividend shares

| Tristan Harrison

Here are other ideas beyond Fortescue offering large dividends.

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Bank Shares

Here's the latest earnings forecast out to 2029 for Westpac shares

| Tristan Harrison

How much could Westpac’s earnings grow in the coming years?

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Share Market News

Domain shareholders rejoice after CoStar snaps it up for a large premium

| Laura Stewart

It's a good week to be a Domain shareholder.

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Blue Chip Shares

If I were building a portfolio from scratch, I'd buy these 3 ASX 200 shares today

| James Mickleboro

These quality shares could be great picks for investors building a portfolio.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 28% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is a powerful pick for passive income.

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ETFs

2 amazing ASX ETFs I'd buy for market-beating returns

| Tristan Harrison

These funds have a lot of potential, in my view.

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Bank Shares

CBA is the last big 4 bank to report. What should investors expect based on the other banks?

| Tristan Harrison

What can investors expect with the CBA’s upcoming report?

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Healthcare Shares

What did CSL have to say at Macquarie's 2025 conference?

| Tristan Harrison

Does this business have a healthy growth outlook?

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How to invest

Should I spend $5,000 on ASX 200 shares or ASX ETFs this month?

| James Mickleboro

Where is the best place to invest these funds? Let's look at the options.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A decent start to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Healthcare Shares

Sonic Healthcare shares are down more than 40% since 2021. Will its AI initiative be the catalyst for a turnaround?

| Tristan Harrison

Could AI spark a recovery for this ASX healthcare stock?

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 stocks could rise 30% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares to go to the moon. Let's find out why.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 'safe-haven' shares delivered divergent performances last week

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX 200 utilities shares lifted while healthcare shares tanked last week.

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