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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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ETFs

Here are the top stocks in the DFND ETF

| Bronwyn Allen

The VanEck Global Defence ETF is invested in 29 companies producing military hardware, software, and services.

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Opinions

3 ASX 200 shares to buy and hold forever

| Sebastian Bowen

I don't expect these stocks to go out of style anytime soon.

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Share Market News

ASX defence shares lift amid NATO Summit decision to turbocharge spending to 5% GDP

| Bronwyn Allen

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has also signed a 'milestone' agreement with Australia.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX 200 shares to buy in FY26

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares.

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Technology Shares

Xero shares in focus: here's Macquarie's take on the $3.8 billion Melio acquisition

| Bernd Struben

Are investors making a costly mistake selling Xero shares today?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 54% upside for NextDC shares

| Laura Stewart

NextDC shares certainly have momentum.

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ETFs

Here's why I own these 2 US ETFs in my portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

These US funds add some special sauce to my portfolio.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

With a projected 7% dividend yield in FY29, is the Coles share price a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Should this supermarket stock go in the shopping basket for passive income?

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Industrials Shares

Following its investor day, does Macquarie rate Fletcher Building shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Samantha Menzies

The New Zealand-based building and construction company updated its loss forecast at its investor day on 24 June.

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Share Fallers

Why Bannerman Energy, Life360, Strike Energy, and Xero shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Neuren, Paradigm, and Pilbara Minerals shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

What's JP Morgan's price target on CSL shares?

| Laura Stewart

Are CSL shares undervalued or will they continue to underperform?

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ETFs

Here's why I own these 2 ASX ETFs in my portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

These ETFs each play a specific role in my portfolio.

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Energy Shares

Up 100% since April, why is this ASX 300 uranium stock plunging today?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 300 uranium miner has come under heavy selling pressure on Thursday. But why?

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 300 tech stock is making a 'cutting-edge' US$28m acquisition

| James Mickleboro

What is this tech stock buying? Let's find out.

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Healthcare Shares

2 ASX healthcare stocks making huge moves on big news

| James Mickleboro

These shares are getting investors excited today. But why?

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Technology Shares

Why are Xero shares crashing 9% today?

| James Mickleboro

This cloud accounting platform provider is making big news this week.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 33% return for this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks this blue chip could be cheap at current levels.

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Cheap Shares

1 stellar Australian stock down 43% from all-time high to buy and hold forever

| Tristan Harrison

There are plenty of reasons to like this Australian stock.

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International Stock News

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang thinks Tesla has a multitrillion-dollar artificial intelligence (AI) opportunity up its sleeve (Hint: it's not robotaxi)

| Adam Spatacco

Tesla has several ambitions rooted in artificial intelligence (AI) to grow beyond the core car business.

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International Stock News

Better artificial intelligence stock: Palantir vs. Nvidia

| Robert Izquierdo

Here's a look at Palantir and Nvidia to arrive at an answer.

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International Stock News

Should you buy, sell, or hold Netflix stock in 2025?

| Neil Patel

The streaming stock is up an impressive 38% in 2025.

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Dividend Investing

These buy-rated ASX dividend shares offer 5% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

Here are four options for income investors to consider right now according to analysts.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Kogan shares just hit a 52-week low – is it time to buy?

| Aaron Bell

Bargain hunters might want to monitor this ASX 300 company

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Dividend Investing

2 must-have ASX shares to buy for dividend income investors

| Tristan Harrison

These two stocks offer a lot of what investors may want.

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Technology Shares

Broker says DroneShield share price can hit $2.60 this year

| James Mickleboro

It may not be too late to buy this high-flying stock.

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Materials Shares

Timing the dip: How far can these ASX materials shares fall?

| Aaron Bell

When could be the right time to buy low on this battered sector?

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Broker Notes

The A2 Milk share price: Buy, hold, sell?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is saying about this popular stock.

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Dividend Investing

The smartest ASX dividend stocks to buy with $5,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

These stocks could be smart buys for income investors according to brokers.

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Share Market News

Why FY26 could be huge for these ASX mid cap shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares analysts think could be having a big year.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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International Stock News

Prediction: Amazon stock will soar over the next 5 years. Here's 1 reason why.

| Jennifer Saibil

Amazon stock has been an incredible wealth builder for early investors who held on for many years.

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ETFs

The best ASX ETFs for passive income, growth, and diversification

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top buys for different types of investors.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a nervous hump day session for ASX investors today.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 2 top ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

What is the broker recommending to clients this week?

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Broker Notes

2 of the best ASX 200 shares that money can buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why Bell Potter thinks these are among the best shares to buy now.

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Economy

CBA predicts July rate cut after inflation comes in lower than expected

| Sebastian Bowen

The latest inflation numbers are good news for homeowners.

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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie see for Treasury Wine shares?

| Kevin Gandiya

Macquarie has a neutral view on Treasury Wine shares, with an $8.50 price target and 11% upside.

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Broker Notes

Why this top ASX 200 stock could deliver a 20%+ return

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about this growing company.

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ETFs

3 fantastic ASX ETFs that could beat the market over 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be destined for big things over the next decade.

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