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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

Why DroneShield, Medibank, Orthocell, and Santana Minerals shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Resources Shares

Why Australia's lithium earnings are set to rise in FY26

| Steve Holland

The future looks brighter for Australia’s ASX lithium shares.

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International Stock News

How did Berkshire Hathaway shares perform last financial year?

| Laura Stewart

How did Berkshire's FY25 performance compare to its long-term track record?

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Opinions

ASX All Ords gold share jumps 28% in 7 days – but fundie says don't hold on

| Bronwyn Allen

Niv Dagan of Peak Asset Management has a sell rating on this ASX All Ords gold stock.

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Energy Shares

Should I buy Santos shares today amid the ongoing $30 billion takeover offer?

| Bernd Struben

With the $30 billion Santos takeover offer not yet finalised, should you buy shares right now?

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Healthcare Shares

Top broker names the best ASX healthcare shares to buy in FY26

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about these shares.

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Broker Notes

'Better opportunities elsewhere': Fundie names 2 ASX 200 stocks to sell now

| Bronwyn Allen

Arthur Garipoli of Seneca Financial Solutions says these two stocks have substantial headwinds.

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ETFs

Nvidia shares come roaring back: 2 ASX ETFs to benefit from the resurgence of AI

| Laura Stewart

Nvidia reached a new all-time high last week.

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Healthcare Shares

Which ASX All Ords stock is jumping on record quarter?

| James Mickleboro

This stock reported record sales during the past three months.

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Financial Shares

What's happening with the IAG share price today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are bidding down the IAG share price today. But why?

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX tech stock is racing higher on big news

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is making a key acquisition.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie initiates coverage of Aussie Broadband shares; forecasts 30% upside

| Laura Stewart

Macquarie thinks this telco is likely to beat the market in FY26.

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Industrials Shares

After crashing 17% last Friday, does Macquarie rate Reece shares a buy?

| Laura Stewart

Should investors buy in the dip?

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Share Market News

How much upside does Macquarie forecast for Santos shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts at Macquarie are saying about the energy giant.

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Dividend Investing

VanEck ASX ETF dividends: How much you'll get and when

| Bronwyn Allen

Invested in ASX ETF, MOAT? Or GOAT? Or QUAL? Or any other VanEck ETFs? Here are your next dividends.

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Technology Shares

Was it a good idea to buy DroneShield shares in FY25?

| James Mickleboro

Did this counter drone technology company deliver the goods for investors? Let's find out.

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ETFs

Which international ASX ETF performed the best in FY25

| Aaron Bell

Let’s look at where investors found success abroad this past year. 

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares in FY 2025

| James Mickleboro

These shares destroyed the wealth of their shareholders in the last financial year.

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Bank Shares

What could happen to the big 4 banks in FY26?

| Aaron Bell

What’s in store for the big four banks over the next 12 months?

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Cheap Shares

I think these 2 cheap ASX shares are buys for value investors in July

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why these stocks look like bargains to me…

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Share Market News

Why did Macquarie just downgrade Liontown resources shares?

| Aaron Bell

Here’s what the broker had to say about this materials company. 

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Share Market News

5 ASX 200 stocks that outperformed CBA in FY25

| Kevin Gandiya

Are you familiar with these companies?

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares of FY 2025

| James Mickleboro

These shares delivered the good for investors over the last financial year. But why?

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name the ASX dividend shares to buy for income

| James Mickleboro

These income options are highly rated by analysts.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Will the share market start the month in a positive fashion? Let's find out.

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ETFs

Worried about US shares? I'd look at buying these two ASX ETFs

| Tristan Harrison

There are great global stocks we can buy other than US shares.

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Share Market News

A key reason why many ASX fund managers underperformed last financial year

| Laura Stewart

One particular stock agonised many fund managers in FY25.

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ETFs

The only 3 ASX ETFs you might ever need

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes these funds top long term picks for investors.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a strong start to the trading week for the ASX 200 this Monday.

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Broker Notes

Morgans says these ASX shares can rise 20% to 45%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is bullish on these shares.

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Broker Notes

What's Macquarie's price target for Origin Energy shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could Origin be primed for a turnaround?

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Gold

Bell Potter names the best ASX gold stocks to buy in FY26

| James Mickleboro

These could be the best ways to gain exposure to gold in the new financial year.

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Communication Shares

Macquarie initiates coverage of Superloop shares with outperform rating

| Sebastian Bowen

The broker reckons Superloop has what it takes to soar.

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Retirement

Is $500,000 enough to retire in Australia? Here's what the numbers say

| James Mickleboro

Let's see where half a million would get you when it comes time to retire.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 36% in a year, why this $8 billion ASX 200 stock has still a 'strong growth forecast'

| Bernd Struben

If you haven’t heard of this fast-rising ASX 200 stock yet, that’s about to change.

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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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Gold

Which is Macquarie's top ASX gold sector stock pick?

| Sebastian Bowen

When it comes to gold miners, this broker has one choice today.

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Materials Shares

Why did Macquarie downgrade Mineral Resources shares?

| James Mickleboro

The broker is no longer bullish on this mining and mining services company.

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Dividend Investing

With an 8% dividend yield, should I buy Woodside shares for their passive income?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert offers his take on Woodside shares and the passive income on offer.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares: Buy, hold, sell?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is saying about the retail giant.

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