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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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Share Gainers

Thinking of selling your CBA shares? This expert says you should hold on

| Bronwyn Allen

CBA shares are up by about 80% since November 2023.

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Energy Shares

What did Macquarie make of the Santos takeover offer?

| James Mickleboro

Is this a good deal for shareholders? Let's find out.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 18% this year, does Macquarie expect NIB shares to go higher?

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert has a bold prediction for NIB.

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ETFs

Up 18% in June, is the Betashares Crude Oil Index ETF a good oil price play?

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX investor interest in the OOO ETF has risen amid surging oil prices due to the Israel-Iran conflict.

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Gold

Could the gold price reach a new all-time high this week?

| Laura Stewart

Is it on the cusp of a new all-time high?

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Growth Shares

Macquarie tips nearly 50% upside for this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stock the broker is feeling bullish about this week.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is the Mesoblast share price up 11% in June?

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX biotech share reached a 10-week high of $1.94 today.

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Growth Shares

3 excellent ASX 200 growth shares brokers rate as buys

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why they think investors should be snapping them up right now.

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Economy

How could the rising oil price impact interest rates?

| Laura Stewart

The Middle East conflict adds further complexity to the RBA's decision making.

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Share Fallers

Why Betr, Regis Resources, St Barbara, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are taking a tumble on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Bannerman Energy, Clarity, DroneShield, Lotus Resources are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are making their shareholders smile on Tuesday. But why?

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International Stock News

Billionaires are selling Nvidia and betting on this AI stock that's climbed nearly 300% over the past 3 years

| Adria Cimino

You may want to get in on this exciting story - but you don't necessarily have to forget about Nvidia.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Liontown share price leaping 9% on Tuesday?

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX lithium share is the fastest mover of the ASX 200 today.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 51% since the tariff pain, is it too late to buy Pro Medicus shares?

| Tristan Harrison

After rocketing higher, is the ASX healthcare share still an opportunity?

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Cheap Shares

3 beaten-up ASX shares that could bounce back strongly

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could bounce back with gains of ~40%+

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX 300 mining stock is surging 11% on big news

| James Mickleboro

There are a couple of reasons behind this strong gain.

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Energy Shares

3 ASX uranium stocks up more than 20% in 2 days

| Bronwyn Allen

Paladin Energy, Boss Energy, and Deep Yellow shares are among the market's fastest risers again today.

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Gold

Why is this ASX gold stock crashing 14% today?

| James Mickleboro

Why are investors rushing to the exits? Let's find out.

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Energy Shares

Up 20% in a month, should I buy Woodside shares?

| Laura Stewart

One fund manager provided their view.

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International Stock News

Warren Buffett has $90 billion invested in these 9 artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. Here's the best of the bunch.

| Keith Speights

Here they are.

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International Stock News

Here's how many shares of Apple stock you should own to get $1,000 in yearly dividends

| Lawrence Rothman, CFA

Apple has also become a reliable dividend payer since restarting payouts in 2012.

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International Stock News

Every Tesla investor should keep an eye on these 2 numbers

| Ryan Vanzo

If you're monitoring Tesla stock, here are two numbers you need to be tracking.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares push higher on US FDA approval

| James Mickleboro

This biotech giant has been given a boost in the United States.

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ETFs

Buy these ASX ETFs for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Want an easy way to generate income from the share market? Check out these funds.

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Opinions

Should I buy Berkshire Hathaway or Soul Patts shares?

| Laura Stewart

Both have been stand out investments over the long term.

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How to invest

Harness the power of compounding: 3 tips to turbocharge your ASX share portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Compound interest can change your life if you let it.

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ETFs

Why I think this is a top ASX ETF for growth and dividends

| Tristan Harrison

This fund can provide a useful mixture of passive income and capital growth.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

What the bush taught me about investing

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Bushcraft basics for intelligent investing.

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Dividend Investing

These ASX dividend stocks could supercharge your passive income

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stocks are being tipped as buys by analysts this month.

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Blue Chip Shares

Are these ASX 200 blue-chip shares undervalued?

| Aaron Bell

Could now be time to jump in on these struggling blue chip holdings?

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Dividend Investing

This is the ASX share in my portfolio with the biggest dividend yield

| Tristan Harrison

This stock offers a big dividend yield.

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Retail Shares

The pros and cons of buying Wesfarmers shares this month

| Tristan Harrison

There’s a lot to think about with this impressive retail giant…

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Opinions

Here are 2 of the ASX's most hated shares. Which should I consider buying?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could today's dogs be tomorrow's stars?

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say these ASX 200 dividend shares are top buys

| James Mickleboro

Here are three shares that brokers think income investors should be buying.

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How to invest

What Warren Buffett would look for in ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's how you could invest like the Oracle of Omaha on the ASX.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits! I'd buy these two ASX dividend shares instead

| Tristan Harrison

These two stocks look like appealing, defensive options.

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Growth Shares

Why I think these 2 ASX shares are ideal for growth investors

| Tristan Harrison

These investments are very compelling.

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International Stock News

Could buying Tesla stock today be the smartest decision you make this year?

| Brett Schafer

Let's dig into the numbers and investigate further.

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How to invest

Where to invest $500 on the ASX as a first-time investor

| James Mickleboro

Starting your investment journey? Here's what you need to know.

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