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Growth Shares

The best ASX growth stocks for smart investors to buy with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on these shares. Let's find out why.

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Dividend Investing

Hoping to bank the next dividend from NAB shares? Better hurry…

| Bronwyn Allen

NAB shares will pay an interim dividend of 85 cents per share next month.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

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

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ETFs

$10,000 invested in VEU ETF a year ago is now worth…

| Bronwyn Allen

Worried about US stocks? This ASX ETF allows you to invest everywhere globally whilst avoiding the US.

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Share Gainers

Boss Energy shares have rocketed 90% in a month. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The massive rally in Boss Energy shares will be painful to the host of short sellers betting against the uranium…

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Dividend Investing

I think these 2 ASX dividend shares are buys for income in May

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have plenty going for them.

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How to invest

What is the 'Buffett Indicator'? And what is it signalling right now?

| Steve Holland

Warren Buffett believes this tool is one of the best ways to value the market.

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Retirement

The best ASX 200 retirement shares to buy in May

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks these shares could be top options for retirees. Let's find out why.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors sent the market higher once again today.

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ETFs

I would buy and hold these quality ASX ETFs for a decade or more

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be quality long term picks for investors.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares I'd buy if the ASX crashes again

| Tristan Harrison

I think the best opportunities can be found when the market falls.

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Share Market News

These ASX 200 stocks could rise 20% to 35%

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be destined to deliver big returns over the next 12 months according to analysts.

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Dividend Investing

Accelerate passive income: 2 LICs with dividend yields above 7%

| Laura Stewart

With several rate cuts on the horizon, term deposits are starting to look less attractive.

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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie tip for Deterra Royalties shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Deterra Royalties offers ASX investors a different way to invest in global mining.

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Bank Shares

What does Macquarie think NAB shares are worth after its result?

| Tristan Harrison

What do banking analysts think of NAB’s performance?

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name the ASX dividend stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

These stocks have been given buy ratings by analysts. Here's what you need to know.

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Gold

3 reasons to buy this surging ASX All Ords gold stock today

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords gold stock has doubled investors’ money in 12 months, and this leading expert forecasts more outperformance…

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Broker Notes

Broker reveals outlook for ASX dividend shares amid volatile market

| Bronwyn Allen

Peter Gardner from Plato Investment Management tells ASX investors where to look for dividend income this year.

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Gold

Why is this ASX gold stock jumping 7% today?

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner is catching the eye on Thursday. What's getting investors excited? Let's find out.

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Retail Shares

Buying the dip: $5,000 invested in Lovisa shares a month ago is now worth…

| Laura Stewart

It's been an outstanding first month for new Lovisa shareholders.

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Dividend Investing

Why is the Westpac share price falling for a fourth consecutive day?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Westpac share price is down by more than 4% today.

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Dividend Investing

Here's everything you need to know about the latest ANZ dividend

| Bernd Struben

ANZ just reported its half-year results and announced its interim dividend.

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Share Gainers

Why Generation Development, Orica, Pro Medicus, and Zip shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why ANZ, Brainchip, Light & Wonder, and Pilbara Minerals shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are tumbling on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

Why the Fed just left interest rates on hold and what ASX investors can expect next

| Bernd Struben

With the Fed keeping interest rates on hold, when can ASX investors expect the central bank’s next cut?

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Bank Shares

Which is Macquarie's favourite big four bank right now?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which bank is this broker's top pick right now.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 114% in a year, why is the Pro Medicus share price leaping higher again on Thursday?

| Bernd Struben

Pro Medicus shares are back in form today and leaping ahead. Here’s why.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 tech stock is crashing 14% on results day

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is having a rough time today. But why?

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Transport Shares

Transurban share price lifts off on major job and cost-cutting news

| Bernd Struben

Transurban shares are getting a boost as investors eye $50 million a year in savings.

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Earnings Results

ANZ share price falls on half-year results

| James Mickleboro

How did the bank perform during the first half? Let's find out.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 ASX blue-chip shares I'd buy with $3,000 right now

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why these businesses are appealing opportunities to me.

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How to invest

How to invest: Why Morgan Housel says '99% of good investing is doing nothing'

| Sebastian Bowen

Doing nothing is often the best course of action.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy now with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Investors with money to invest might want to check out these shares that analysts rate as buys.

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Share Market News

Are Aurizon shares a buy, hold or sell based on Macquarie's report?

| Aaron Bell

Here’s what this broker has to say about this Industrials stock

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Healthcare Shares

Buying the dip: $10,000 invested in Pro Medicus shares on 7 April is now worth…

| Aaron Bell

This healthcare stock has boomed over the past month. 

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Broker Notes

Leading broker puts buy rating on Zip shares

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer for investors according to its analysts.

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Personal Finance

4 simple steps to become a millionaire with ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

It’s straightforward, but not easy, to become a millionaire.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend shares in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these income options would be top picks for investors.

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How to invest

How to build a $100k ASX share portfolio with just $250 a month

| James Mickleboro

This is the easy way to build a sizeable investment portfolio without breaking the bank.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A positive session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what is happening.

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