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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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Industrials Shares

Which ASX 200 CEO just sold $2.6 million in shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

An industrial company has explained why its leader sold more than half a million shares last week.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares in retreat as oil price plunges on unexpected developments

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 energy stocks are catching headwinds on some unexpected fronts today.

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Technology Shares

The push to double the NextDC share price over 5 years

| Steve Holland

The company execs have laid out bold plans

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Healthcare Shares

Why is this ASX 200 healthcare share tanking 10% on Tuesday?

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX radiopharmaceutical company's 1H FY25 report appears to have rattled investors.

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Energy Shares

What happened with these ASX 200 energy shares in February?

| Aaron Bell

For those keeping an eye on energy stocks this year, these ASX 200 shares moved in opposite directions in February. 

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Materials Shares

2 of the very best ASX 200 mining stocks to buy in March

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks these mining giant's could generate big returns over the next 12 months.

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Broker Notes

7 ASX All Ords shares elevated to 'strong buy' consensus ratings

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers upgraded their ratings on many ASX stocks during last month's earnings season.

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Technology Shares

Why are ASX 200 tech stocks getting slammed on Tuesday?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 tech stocks are falling hard today. But why?

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Opinions

Potential buys: 2 compelling ASX 300 shares I like

| Tristan Harrison

These two stocks look undervalued to me.

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Bank Shares

The Westpac share price was crushed in February: Should you buy the dip?

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts think that February's weakness is a buying opportunity? Let's find out.

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How to invest

I would follow Warren Buffett's advice and buy ASX shares after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

These buy-rated shares could be the type that Warren Buffett would buy during a selloff.

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Dividend Investing

Want to be paid the next BHP dividend? Read this asap!

| James Mickleboro

It won't be long until BHP pays its next dividend. Here's how to receive it.

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Energy Shares

How the Woodside share price outpaced the ASX 200 in February

| Bernd Struben

Woodside shares finished in the green in February despite the declining oil price.

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Technology Shares

2 top ASX stocks to buy after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are buys. Let's see what they could be top picks after the market selloff.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX 200 dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect these buy-rated shares to offer better yields than term deposits.

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ETFs

This appealing ASX ETF just hit a 52-week low, I think it's a buy

| Tristan Harrison

This fund has several compelling qualities.

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ETFs

ASX ETF investors: Are you making this easy mistake?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's easy to overlook this.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 5% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these high-yield shares could be top picks for income investors.

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Blue Chip Shares

Buy this ASX 100 stock with an 'undemanding valuation'

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is feeling bullish about this blue chip. Let's find out why.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to buy for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income? Here are three ETFs to consider buying.

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ETFs

The pros and cons of buying the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) this month

| Tristan Harrison

Is this the right time to invest in US shares?

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Dividend Investing

Overinvested in CBA shares? Here are two alternative ASX passive income options

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could help diversify and increase an investor’s dividend income.

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Cheap Shares

These cheap ASX 200 shares could rise 30% to 35%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these beaten down shares.

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Retail Shares

1 ASX dividend stock down 34% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why this income share could be a strong buy right now.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local share market today.

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Resources Shares

Here's the latest dividend forecast out to 2029 for Fortescue shares

| Tristan Harrison

Are Fortescue shares going to be a gold mine for dividends?

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Blue Chip Shares

2 strong ASX 200 blue chip shares for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why analysts are tipping these shares as a buy.

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Share Market News

2 ASX shares buy-rated by experts that could take off

| Tristan Harrison

Experts have called out these stocks as opportunities.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a pleasant start to the week for investors today.

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Broker Notes

Morgans rates these ASX shares as buys in March

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Share Market News

2 ASX 200 stocks that tumbled despite posting 'outstanding' earnings results

| Bernd Struben

After delivering strong half-year results, these ASX 200 stocks were sold off.

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Dividend Investing

Down 8%: Are Westpac shares still a buy for dividend income?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on Westpac's big dividend yield.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Telstra and this ASX 200 dividend share in March

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks that these shares could be top picks for income investors this month.

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Gold

Goldman Sachs says this ASX 200 gold stock is cheap and can rise 27%

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner could be a top pick for investors wanting exposure to this side of the market.

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Resources Shares

Here's what moved the BHP share price in February

| Bernd Struben

Did you catch what happened to the BHP share price in February?

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Share Gainers

Why Alpha HPA, Harvey Norman, Pro Medicus, and Synlait Milk shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week with a bang. But why?

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Bank Shares

What happened with the CBA share price in February?

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares attracted heaps of investor interest in February. Here’s why

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Share Fallers

Why Aurizon, Brainchip, Clarity, and Domino's shares tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Monday. What's going on?

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Healthcare Shares

Up 810% in a year, the Mesoblast share price is surging again on Monday. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into Mesoblast shares on Monday. But why?

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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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