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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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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Both Labor and the Coalition to crackdown on illicit tobacco trade, which ASX stocks could benefit?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could a tobacco crackdown benefit these stocks?

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Dividend Investing

3 blue chip ASX dividend stocks to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be great long term picks for income investors.

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Energy Shares

3 ASX 200 uranium shares soaring 10%-plus today

| Bronwyn Allen

What has got investors excited today?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just received a new takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stock is in the crosshairs of a rival.

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Bank Shares

ASX bank shares outperformed in April. Will this continue according to Macquarie?

| Tristan Harrison

What drove the strong performance by banks in April?

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Growth Shares

3 fantastic ASX growth shares to buy with $2,000 in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be top picks for growth investors right now.

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources share price shoots 15% higher on third-quarter report

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 iron ore and lithium giant has released its 3Q FY25 activities report.

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Share Gainers

Why Beach Energy, Boss Energy, Fortescue, and Mineral Resources shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising more than most on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Catalyst Metals, Northern Star, and Pact Group shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Where are Australian consumers spending their money in this environment?

| Bronwyn Allen

Macquarie research reveals new spending trends and the best ASX 200 retail stocks to buy now.

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Dividend Investing

Want $10,000 a year in passive income? Here's how to get started with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

This quick guide will help you generate a welcome income stream from ASX shares.

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Technology Shares

Why is the Brainchip share price crashing 9% today?

| James Mickleboro

The semiconductor company is being sold off on Tuesday. But why?

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Energy Shares

Woodside shares higher on 'game-changer' news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the energy giant has announced on Tuesday.

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Materials Shares

Why are Fortescue shares charging higher today?

| James Mickleboro

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

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Dividend Investing

Beat falling interest rates with these top ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these stocks as buys for income investors right now.

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International Stock News

Here's why Berkshire Hathaway stock is a buy before May 2

| Reuben Gregg Brewer

Giving Buffett and his team your cash to invest for you is likely to be a solid choice no matter…

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Opinions

Warren Buffett and tariffs: What is his view?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s take a look at what Warren Buffett has said.

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Share Market News

3 ASX stocks with significant US exposure

| Aaron Bell

Looking for exposure to the US economy through ASX investing? Here’s three options to consider. 

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Financial Shares

Looking for financial stocks outside the big 4 banks?

| Aaron Bell

With the financial sector down to start the year, could these stocks provide upside?

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Opinions

If I could only own 1 ASX stock for the next 10 years it would be this one

| Tristan Harrison

This business is one of the most appealing investments to me.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX 200 stocks to buy and hold forever without thinking twice

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these shares could be great buy and hold options for investors.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these strong ASX dividend shares for 8% to 10% yields

| James Mickleboro

Big yields and plenty of upside are expected from these shares by analysts.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A decent session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Healthcare Shares

How Trump's tariffs have created 'upside potential' for CSL shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert says CSL shares are now looking ‘cheap’.

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ETFs

3 strong ASX ETFs to buy in May

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be top picks for Aussie investors next month. Let's see why.

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International Stock News

For Tesla shares, the future rests on autonomous driving and robotics

| Laura Stewart

Tesla has been under pressure lately, with EV demand dwindling.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors started the week on a strong footing today.

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International Stock News

Which Magnificent Seven company is currently the cheapest?

| Sebastian Bowen

The cheapest 'Mag Seven' stock today might surprise you.

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Resources Shares

Why Macquarie says this ASX 200 mining stock could rocket 67% in a year

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a big potential rebound for this diversified ASX 200 miner.

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ETFs

3 of the best ASX ETFs I'd buy today for long-term growth

| James Mickleboro

Here are three funds that could be quality picks for the long term.

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Materials Shares

What does Macquarie think Liontown Resources shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if analysts think that this lithium miner is in the buy zone or best avoided.

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Technology Shares

3 reasons this sold-off ASX 200 share is primed for a big rebound

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert believes this ASX 200 share is well placed to outperform.

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Technology Shares

I did some research on Siteminder — Here's what you should know

| Kevin Gandiya

The big questions I'm monitoring for answers.

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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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Technology Shares

Up 98% in a year, how this ASX All Ords stock is tapping into a $16 billion market

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert forecasts more outsized returns for this surging ASX All Ords stock.

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Retail Shares

Interest rates down and renos up: 2 ASX stocks to benefit

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have a lot going for them.

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International Stock News

7 things to know about Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway — Some may surprise you

| Selena Maranjian

See how many you didn't know, and then consider whether you might want to invest in Berkshire Hathaway.

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie think ResMed shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Does the broker see value in this blue chip? Let's find out.

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Share Fallers

Why Brambles, Bravura, Pantoro, and Telix shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. But why?

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Gold

ASX 200 gold stock slides on $819 million Africa news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down this outperforming ASX 200 gold stock today. But why?

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