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What is MiFID II and how could it dent the bull run on our market?

January 4, 2018 | Brendon Lau

Most local investors probably have not even heard of MiFID but this new European regulation may have a bigger-than-expected impact…

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I'm a fan of these 3 LICs

January 4, 2018 | Tristan Harrison

These LICs would be good additions to any portfolio.

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These fast-growing tech shares just raced to record highs

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The ELMO Software Ltd (ASX:ELO) share price is one of two in the tech sector racing to a record high…

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These 3 ASX dividend shares have huge yields

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) dividend is one of three with huge yields worth considering today…

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Why these 4 ASX shares have dropped lower today

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) share price is one of four dropping lower on Thursday. Here’s why…

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2 ASX cannabis companies to cash in on Canada's pot stock boom

January 4, 2018 | Rhys Brock

Canadian pot stocks have seen astronomical gains recently on the back of California’s legalisation of marijuana for recreational use. The…

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Why these 4 ASX shares pushed higher today

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Cann Group Ltd (ASX:CAN) share price is one of four pushing notably higher on Thursday. Here’s why…

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2 fund managers that are growing FUM strongly

January 4, 2018 | Tristan Harrison

Fund managers are a good way to buy into a growing theme.

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Why Cann Group Ltd shares jumped 35% to a record-high today

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Cann Group Ltd (ASX:CAN) share price has been a huge mover on Thursday. Here’s why…

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Why I like these 3 small-cap healthcare shares

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Zenitas Healthcare Ltd (ASX:ZNT) share price is one of three that I think has the potential to climb notably…

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How safe is your money in REA Group Limited in 2018?

January 4, 2018 | Rhys Brock

The REA Group Limited (ASX:REA) share price rose 37% in 2017. But with softening housing prices in key Australian markets…

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Here's how you can profit from Australia's ageing population

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

Lifestyle Communities Limited (ASX:LIC) shares are one of four which could be given a big lift from Australia’s ageing population…

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Is Synlait Milk Limited a better bet than the A2 Milk Company Ltd?

January 4, 2018 | Rhys Brock

New Zealand dairy company Synlait Milk Limited (ASX:SM1) saw its share price rise over 120% for 2017 on the back…

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Aussie banks are reportedly blocking some Bitcoin transfers

January 4, 2018 | Tristan Harrison

Australian banks are making it difficult for some Bitcoin buyers.

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Pot stocks rocket on regulation change

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Cann Group Ltd (ASX: CAN) share price is one of a number in the pot stock industry smoking the…

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3 exciting tech shares on my watchlist

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

Livetiles Ltd (ASX:LVT) shares are one of three in the tech sector you’ll find on my watchlist…

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Why I'd buy QBE Insurance Group Ltd before Insurance Australia Group Ltd

January 4, 2018 | Sean O'Neill

The ASX has a wide variety of listed insurers including Medibank Private Ltd (ASX:MPL), QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE), and…

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Why Soul Patts is a major shareholder of National Veterinary Care Ltd

January 4, 2018 | Tristan Harrison

National Veterinary Care Ltd (ASX:NVL) has a major fan in Soul Patts.

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Where I would invest $10,000 in the ASX

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

If I had $10,000 sitting in a savings account I would consider investing it in A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M)…

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This top fund manager is buying Telstra Corporation Ltd

January 4, 2018 | Kevin Gandiya

Find out why top fund manager Lazard is investing in Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM).

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4 shares you need to watch on Thursday

January 4, 2018 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Yowie Group (ASX:YOW) share price was hammered on Wednesday

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3 blue-chip shares I would buy today

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX:ALL) share price is one of three I think could outperform in 2018…

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These 3 shares are charging higher into 2018

January 4, 2018 | Steve Holland

Here are three shares off to a strong start for 2018...

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Why Auckland International Airport Ltd may hand investors a short-term boost

January 4, 2018 | Kevin Gandiya

Find out why Auckland International Airport Ltd (ASX:AIA) wants to sell its 24.55% stake in North Queensland Airport (NQA).

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Bitcoin struggles as alt-coins rocket

January 4, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The bitcoin price is struggling to push meaningfully higher, but alt-coins certainly aren't. Here's why Ripple and ethereum are surging...

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Is it time to buy Origin Energy Ltd?

January 4, 2018 | Steve Holland

It looks like 2018 will be a better year for Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG). Here’s why…

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Why I think Praemium Ltd looks set to keep growing in 2018

January 4, 2018 | Steve Holland

Praemium Ltd (ASX:PPS) looks well positioned to enjoy another good year. Here’s why…

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ALL ORDINARIES finishes higher Wednesday: 7 shares you missed

January 3, 2018 | Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)(ASX:XJO) and ALL ORDINARIES (Index:^AXAO) (ASX:XAO) finished higher on Wednesday.

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3 shares I'd like to buy this year

January 3, 2018 | Tristan Harrison

I’ve got my eye on these 3 shares.

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Why I think 2018 could be another great year for Kogan.com Ltd

January 3, 2018 | Rhys Brock

It’s official, Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) is the best performing stock on the ASX All Ordinaries Index for 2017, gaining over…

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Is it too late to buy Afterpay Touch Group Ltd shares?

January 3, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX:APT) share price reached a new all-time high today. Is it too late to invest?

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Why these lithium miners are closing in on record highs

January 3, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Kidman Resources Ltd (ASX:KDR) share price just climbed 8% to a new all-time high. Fellow lithium miners…

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Will Amazon.com buy Target from Wesfarmers Ltd in 2018?

January 3, 2018 | Brendon Lau

Watch out Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX:WOW)! Struggling Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) may catch a lucky break this year and play catch…

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Why these 4 ASX shares sunk lower today

January 3, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Yowie Group Ltd (ASX:YOW) share price is one of four sinking notably lower on Wednesday. Here’s why…

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Why I think WiseTech Global Ltd is worth putting on your watch list in 2018

January 3, 2018 | Rhys Brock

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX:WTC) had an almost flawless 2017. Its share price has risen 148% and it is one of the…

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Why 10% of my portfolio is in Altium Limited shares

January 3, 2018 | Tristan Harrison

Altium Limited (ASX:ALU) makes up a big part of my portfolio.

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Why these 4 ASX shares are surging higher

January 3, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Creso Pharma Ltd (ASX:CPH) share price is one of four surging notably higher on Wednesday. Here’s why…

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Is the Amazon threat to JB Hi-Fi Limited & Harvey Norman Holdings Limited overblown

January 3, 2018 | Rhys Brock

Amazon finally launched the Australian arm of its operations last month, and the initial response has been underwhelming. Can Australian…

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Why Aussie pot stocks are smoking the market today

January 3, 2018 | James Mickleboro

The Auscann Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:AC8) share price is one of a number in the pot stock industry smoking the…

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Here's 3 dividend stocks in the bargain bucket

January 3, 2018 | Tristan Harrison

These 3 shares all have big yields.

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What is MiFID II and how could it dent the bull run on our market?

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I'm a fan of these 3 LICs

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These fast-growing tech shares just raced to record highs

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These 3 ASX dividend shares have huge yields

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Why these 4 ASX shares have dropped lower today

⏸️ Investing

2 ASX cannabis companies to cash in on Canada's pot stock boom

⏸️ Investing

Why these 4 ASX shares pushed higher today

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2 fund managers that are growing FUM strongly

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Why Cann Group Ltd shares jumped 35% to a record-high today

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Why I like these 3 small-cap healthcare shares

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How safe is your money in REA Group Limited in 2018?

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Here's how you can profit from Australia's ageing population

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Is Synlait Milk Limited a better bet than the A2 Milk Company Ltd?

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Aussie banks are reportedly blocking some Bitcoin transfers

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Pot stocks rocket on regulation change

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3 exciting tech shares on my watchlist

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Why I'd buy QBE Insurance Group Ltd before Insurance Australia Group Ltd

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Why Soul Patts is a major shareholder of National Veterinary Care Ltd

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Where I would invest $10,000 in the ASX

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This top fund manager is buying Telstra Corporation Ltd

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4 shares you need to watch on Thursday

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3 blue-chip shares I would buy today

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These 3 shares are charging higher into 2018

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Why Auckland International Airport Ltd may hand investors a short-term boost

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Bitcoin struggles as alt-coins rocket

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Is it time to buy Origin Energy Ltd?

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Why I think Praemium Ltd looks set to keep growing in 2018

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ALL ORDINARIES finishes higher Wednesday: 7 shares you missed

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3 shares I'd like to buy this year

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