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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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Financial Shares

This ASX 300 stock is jumping on surprise merger news

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be having a very big makeover.

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BNPL shares

How Zip shares rebounded 45% from their 7 April lows to beat the ASX 200

| Bernd Struben

Did you catch what happened with Zip shares in April?

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International Stock News

Meta surges on blockbuster earnings report

| Laura Stewart

It's a good day to be a Meta investor.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords stock is rocketing 58% on big US news

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited today? Let's find out.

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Bank Shares

Why did CBA shares jump over 10% in April?

| James Mickleboro

It was a great month for owners of this banking giant's shares.

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Industrials Shares

ASX 200 dividend stock reveals next quarterly passive income payout

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 dividend stock announced its quarterly results and latest passive income payout.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares storm higher on strong Q3 update

| James Mickleboro

The supermarket giant outperformed expectations during the quarter.

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Share Gainers

These were the best-performing ASX 200 shares in April

| James Mickleboro

These shares were in fine form in April. Let's see why they outperformed.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Compare the pair: Accent Group vs JB Hi-Fi shares

| Aaron Bell

Which is a better option out of these two consumer discretionary shares. 

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Opinions

Why this ASX 300 share looks like a fantastic buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This stock looks like an excellent investment right now.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend stocks in May

| James Mickleboro

Interest rates could be heading lower so consider these shares that analysts rate as buys instead.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend share is expected to pay a 15% yield in 2026!

| Tristan Harrison

This small business is predicted to pay a huge yield.

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Share Market News

Which ASX200 health insurance stock does Macquarie tip to underperform?

| Aaron Bell

A big change in market conditions could mean its time to consider taking profits of this health insurance stock. 

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Dividend Investing

Analysts rate these top ASX dividend shares as buys this month

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these buy-rated shares.

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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 Australian share market today.

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Opinions

3 ASX share investing lessons from April

| Tristan Harrison

April was just one month, but there are multiple lessons from it.

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Share Market News

Will lower interest rates hurt Computershare shares?

| Aaron Bell

With many tipping an RBA rate cut, how will it impact this industrials share? 

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ETFs

AI, cybersecurity, and defence: 3 megatrend ASX ETFs to watch now

| James Mickleboro

Want to invest in some of the most exciting megatrends? Check out these funds.

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Broker Notes

Invest $500 in these top ASX shares in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be in the buy zone for the month ahead.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 excellent ASX shares I would buy and hold for the next 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these quality companies could be in the buy zone right now.

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Dividend Investing

Want $5,000 a year in ASX dividends? Here's how to build towards it

| James Mickleboro

Here are three steps to take if you want to generate an income from the share market.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX made it three from three.

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Economy

Is Australia's AAA credit rating at risk?

| Laura Stewart

S&P Global Ratings issued a statement earlier this week.

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IPOs

WAM Income Maximiser makes its debut on the ASX today

| Sebastian Bowen

WAM's latest LIC only raised a fraction of its goal.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 30% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these buy-rated shares.

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Gold

Given the record gold price, what price target does Macquarie have on Newmont shares?

| Bernd Struben

Up 36% in 2025, what can ASX investors expect next for the Newmont share price?

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| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Applying the Pareto Principle to your investing.

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Resources Shares

After its earnings result, what's Macquarie's price target on Fortescue shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into what Macquarie thinks of Fortescue after its quarterly update.

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX uranium stock could rocket 45%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer from this stock. Let's see what Bell Potter is saying.

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Financial Shares

How this quality ASX 200 stock is 'ideally placed' for years of growth

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert expects more outperformance from this high-flying ASX 200 stock.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs that could be strong buys in May

| James Mickleboro

Looking for some investment ideas? Here are three to consider in May.

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Share Market News

Trump wraps up 100 days in office. What's in store for the next 100 days?

| Laura Stewart

Investors will be tracking 3 key developments over the next 100 days.

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Blue Chip Shares

The ultimate blue chip portfolio: 3 ASX 200 stocks to anchor your investments

| James Mickleboro

Starting your investment journey? Here are three stocks that Goldman Sachs rates very highly.

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Healthcare Shares

3 reasons to buy this quality ASX 200 healthcare share today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert expects this outperforming ASX 200 healthcare share will keep running hot.

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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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Bank Shares

Which big 4 ASX bank share does Macquarie currently prefer?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why Macquarie likes this bank the most.

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Share Market News

What the latest inflation data means for ASX 200 investors and RBA interest rate cuts

| Bernd Struben

Will ASX 200 investors enjoy a May RBA interest rate cut following the latest inflation print?

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Share Fallers

Why Appen, Bank of Queensland, Novonix, and Ora Banda shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Cedar Woods, Orthocell, PEXA, and St Barbara shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on hump day. But why?

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Defensive Shares

Will lower interest rates boost ASX infrastruture stocks?

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's take a look.

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