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3 dividend stocks for the 'Santa Rally'

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS), Retail Food Group Limited (ASX:RFG) and Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) could be priced for…

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Why these 4 ASX stocks are beating the market today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) and iCar Asia Ltd (ASX:ICQ) are among the standout performers today

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Will Telstra Corporation Ltd axe Foxtel?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) is believed to be open to the sale of its 50% stake in Foxtel.

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Property market professionals say boom isn't over yet

| Mike King

But the data suggests they are wrong

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It's the end of an era for ASX blue chips, especially BHP and the banks

| Bruce Jackson

Thanks to the strengthening US economy, a lower Aussie is here.

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The easy way to fully franked dividends and capital growth

| Tim McArthur

Bki Investment Co Ltd (ASX:BKI) is a listed investment company with an attractive portfolio and dividend yield.

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S&P/ASX 200 takes a dive: BHP drags market lower

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has continued to act as a drag on the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO), falling another 3.6%…

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South32 slumps 2.7% – Should shareholders give up and sell?

| Tim McArthur

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) shares are trading near their all-time low.

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Santos Ltd announces new CEO and $2.5 billion capital raising

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) has bowed to shareholder and industry pressure, announcing the appointment of a new CEO and a capital…

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BHP Billiton Limited share price crumbles on Brazil dam update

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) is on the verge of falling to a fresh seven-year low price

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4 growth stocks to buy with $30,000

| Christopher Georges

Looking for growth stocks? Consider stocks like Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) and Beacon Lighting Group Ltd (ASX:BLX).

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Medibank Private Ltd – One year on

| Tim McArthur

Medibank Private Ltd (ASX:MPL) is approaching its one year anniversary as an ASX-listed entity.

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Gold falls below US$1,100 an ounce: Is it time to buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) and EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN) are certainly feeling the pinch

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Santos Limited sets fire to shareholders capital

| Mike King

Oil and gas producer Santos Limited (ASX: STO) admits defeat and raises capital

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Why Bellamy's Australia Ltd is still a good buy today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) has come under fire with local customers becoming frustrated at the lack of availability of its…

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Morning Market Movers: 8 stocks to watch

| Owen Raszkiewicz

S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) will open lower, with a focus on shares of BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), QUBE Holdings…

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3 bargain blue chips: Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd, Woolworths Limited and FlexiGroup Limited

| Peter Stephens

These 3 stocks appear to be well-worth buying right now: Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL), Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and FlexiGroup Limited…

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These 2 companies could help you retire early: CSL Limited and Suncorp Group Ltd

| Peter Stephens

These 2 stocks have stunning total return potential: CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN)

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3 bargain growth stocks: Amcor Limited, Macquarie Group Ltd and JB Hi-Fi Limited

| Peter Stephens

These 3 stocks offer stunning potential rewards: Amcor Limited (ASX:AMC), Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) and JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH)

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3 high-yielding stocks that value investors should avoid

| Christopher Georges

Investors shouldn't be fooled by the historical dividends of stocks like Monadelphous Group Limited (ASX:MND) and Seven West Media Ltd…

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Collection House Limited wins ATO contract: Here's what you need to know

| Sean O'Neill

Is the new contract with the Australian Taxation Office likely to be a game-changer for Collection House Limited (ASX:CLH)?

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News Corp bets on digital property growth. Is it a Buy?

| Qaiser Malik

News Corp (ASX: NWS) is making significant inroads in its transition towards a digital future, despite challenges in the print…

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Market Wrap: ASX defies fast-falling BHP Billiton Limited

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) closed higher, despite a heavy fall for BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP)

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Is Domain catching up to realestate.com.au?

| Mike King

REA Group Ltd's (ASX:REA) realestate.com.au and Fairfax Media Ltd's (ASX:FXJ) Domain are going toe to toe and the underdog is…

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A warning shot for bank shareholders

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Bank shareholders are in for a rude shock, and no less than RBA Governor Glenn Stevens is delivering the warning.

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Dividend Duel: QBE Insurance Group Ltd vs Insurance Australia Group Ltd

| Andrew Mudie

Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) may have a higher dividend yield right now but the future isn’t looking so rosy…

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Is it time to pounce on National Australia Bank Ltd., Cabcharge Australia Limited, and Australia and New Zealand Banking Group?

| Sean O'Neill

Here's why shares in National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB), Cabcharge Australia Limited (ASX:CAB), and Australia and New Zealand Banking Group…

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BHP Billiton Limited share price shattered after dam disaster

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has been crushed today amid reports that one of its dams in Brazil has burst

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Qube Holdings Ltd v Brookfield – Who will win the battle for Asciano Ltd?

| Tim McArthur

Qube Holdings Ltd (ASX:QUB) will face still competition for Asciano Ltd (ASX:AIO) assets.

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Why Australia and New Zealand Banking Group's share price plunged today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) hit a near three-year low this morning

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Here is why these 4 stocks thumped the market in October

| Christopher Georges

October was a positive month for the market but stocks like FlexiGroup Limited (ASX: FXL) and APN Outdoor Group Ltd…

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Is Australian Foundation Investment Co.Ltd your best bet for steady dividend yield?

| Tim McArthur

Australian Foundation Investment Co.Ltd (ASX:AFI) appears to offer a maintainable dividend thanks to the company's diversification.

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Dividend report card: Wesfarmers Ltd

| Peter Stephens

Is Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) a top notch income play?

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Buffett rule: don't lose capital – avoid these 3 popular stocks or risk losing money

| Motley Fool Staff

Making money is the main aim, but you can avoid losses by avoiding Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL), BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP)…

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Bank returns 'not a constant of the universe'

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Why it might pay to hold off from buying Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ), Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC),…

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Is this yet another reason to own Ramsay Health Care Limited?

| Tim McArthur

Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC) is set for expansion into China.

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If interest rates drop, buy these 3 stocks

| Owen Raszkiewicz

WAM Capital Limited (ASX:WAM), Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) are perfect additions to a retirement portfolio.

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3 blue chip dividend stocks for your watchlist

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Want to add some dividend potential to your portfolio? Try adding these companies to your watchlist.

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This one investing secret would have helped you beat the market in 2015

| Andrew Mudie

Would you have invested in National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB), had you known that the shares would be down 15%…

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Has Webjet Limited soared too high?

| Rachit Dudhwala

Webjet Limited (ASX:WEB) climbs 65% from its recent low; it might be time to sell.

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