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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 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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Technology Shares

Is it too late to buy NextDC shares?

| Steve Holland

NextDC's share price has surged over the last couple of weeks. Will it continue?

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How to invest

Want $1,000 a month in passive income? Here's how to get there with ASX dividends

| James Mickleboro

The share market is a great place to earn additional income without lifting a finger.

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Dividend Investing

Invested $8,000 in Fortescue shares 5 years ago? Guess how much passive income you've banked!

| Bernd Struben

Fortescue is popular among passive income investors for paying two fully franked dividends per year, even during COVID.

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $2,500 into ASX 200 shares today

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top buys for investors with money to invest.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 finally had a green session this hump day.

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie expect from Aristocrat Leisure shares when it reports on 14 May?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the broker is expecting from this gaming technology company next week.

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Real Estate Shares

Are Scentre Group shares a buy after today's operating update?

| Laura Stewart

The ASX 200 company has made progress on several key metrics.

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Communication Shares

Why this expert is calling time on Telstra shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert forecasts tougher times ahead for Telstra shares. Let’s find out why.

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Bank Shares

Here's the Westpac dividend forecast through to 2027

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are forecasting for the banking giant.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX 300 stock just rocketed 17%!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX 300 stock soaring higher on Wednesday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Retirement

2 wonderful ASX 200 retirement shares I'd buy in May

| Tristan Harrison

I’m very positive on these stocks for retirees.

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Dividend Investing

Hunting for passive income? Here's everything you need to know about the latest NAB dividend

| Bernd Struben

NAB revealed its interim dividend payout this morning.

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Share Fallers

Why Aurizon, JB Hi-FI, Nuix, and Platinum shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling on hump day. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Firefly, Kelsian, NAB, and Zip shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. Let's find out why.

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International Stock News

Netflix stock gained 21.4% last month. Here's how.

| Anders Bylund

Is Netflix on track for a long blockbuster run? Check out what's fuelling investor excitement about the media-streaming veteran right…

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Bank Shares

3 headwinds that could sink CBA shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert explains why CBA shares are looking vulnerable.

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Dividend Investing

I think these 2 high-yield ASX dividend shares are buys in May

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses offer significant passive income.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 tech stock is crashing 25% following an update

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is being sold off on Wednesday. But why?

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Retail Shares

JB Hi-Fi share price sinks on sales growth figures

| Bernd Struben

JB Hi-Fi shares are under pressure on Wednesday. But why?

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ETFs

5 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy for easy investing

| James Mickleboro

Looking for an easy way to invest? Here are five funds to consider buying.

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BNPL shares

Why is the Zip share price dropping today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how this buy now pay later provider performed in April.

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