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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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Energy Shares

With the 8% dividend yield, is the Woodside share price a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors get energised about this stock’s passive income potential?

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Opinions

Forget term deposits! I'd buy these two ASX 200 stocks instead

| Tristan Harrison

I think ASX stocks could make a much better investment than term deposits.

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Share Market News

Telstra share price hits 8-year high amid a lacklustre trading week

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 communications services sector was the best performer last week, rising 2.96%.

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX dividend stocks paying market-beating passive income

| Bernd Struben

These top ASX passive income stocks are paying dividend yields of 8% to 10%.

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ETFs

How I would build a $100,000 portfolio with ASX ETFs today

| Sebastian Bowen

You don't need more than three ETFs to build a diversified portfolio...

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 20% to 100%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting these shares to deliver big returns over the next 12 months.

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Travel Shares

$10,000 invested in Qantas shares 5 years ago is now worth

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what happened if you were brave and bought the Flying Kangaroo's shares in 2020.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Superannuation

Are your superannuation fees too high? APRA reveals latest industry medians

| Bronwyn Allen

Here are the median annual fees for MySuper, platform, and non-platform TDP superannuation products.

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Bank Shares

$5,000 invested in CBA shares one year ago is now worth…

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares have continued to defy bearish analysts and charged higher.

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Dividend Investing

10 high-conviction ASX dividend shares to buy for passive income today

| Sebastian Bowen

With interest rates falling, it might be a good time to buy dividend stocks.

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Blue Chip Shares

Buy these fantastic ASX shares for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Looking to bolster your self-managed super fund? Then check out these buy-rated shares.

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ETFs

3 reasons why the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) is a strong long-term buy

| Tristan Harrison

I think this ETF is an excellent investment for a few different reasons.

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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 60

| James Mickleboro

Are you on track for a comfortable retirement? Let's find out.

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ETFs

$10,000 invested in DHHF ETF a year ago is now worth…

| Bronwyn Allen

Has this all-world, all-growth ASX ETF delivered the goods?

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ETFs

7 excellent ASX ETFs to buy and hold until 2035

| James Mickleboro

When it comes to building long-term wealth, few strategies are as effective — or as simple — as buying high-quality…

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How to invest

Why it's a stock picker's market and how to maximise your returns

| Laura Stewart

It pays to be selective in 2025.

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How to invest

How $500 a month in ASX shares could make you wealthy

| James Mickleboro

Investing consistently could be the key to becoming rich in the future. Here's how.

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Bank Shares

Why CBA shares could crash 40%+

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are calling time on this banking giant's incredible run.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares finished the trading week on a high this Friday.

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Technology Shares

6% gain! What's up with Block shares today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Block shares are up more than 34% since 2 May.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Gainers

Why ARB, Block, Mayne Pharma, and Paladin Energy shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong finish to the week. But why?

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 technology stock has outperformed Nvidia over the past 5 years?

| Laura Stewart

This company has been nothing short of impressive.

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Share Gainers

How these 5 ASX 200 stocks are smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

These fives ASX 200 stocks have made some very happy shareholders this week. Here’s how.

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Share Fallers

Why Catalyst Metals, Duratec, Nufarm, and Rio Tinto shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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International Stock News

Prediction: This artificial intelligence (AI) stock will be worth $5 trillion in 5 years

| Adam Spatacco

Amazon is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) across many areas of its business.

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Dividend Investing

Worried about falling interest rates? Here are 2 ASX 200 income shares to replace a term deposit today

| Sebastian Bowen

Dividend shares are looking better and better in 2025.

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX uranium stocks rocketing today?

| James Mickleboro

These shares are shining brightly on Friday. Let's find out why.

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Dividend Investing

Guess which high-yielding ASX All Ords dividend stock Macquarie expects to surge 34% in a year

| Bernd Struben

Looking for market-beating passive income and share price gains? Check out this ASX All Ords stock!

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Financial Shares

Why did Macquarie just downgrade IAG shares to neutral?

| Samantha Menzies

The IAG share price is down this morning.

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Cheap Shares

Morgans names 2 cheap ASX 200 shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

The leading broker thinks these shares are being undervalued by the market.

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International Stock News

Google must win at artificial intelligence or its search business could crumble. Does this make Alphabet an AI stock to buy?

| Robert Izquierdo

Here's a deeper look into how Alphabet is faring in the battle for AI supremacy.

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Broker Notes

After its strategy day, what does Macquarie think Wesfarmers shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this blue chip.

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Resources Shares

Does Macquarie rate Fortescue shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Bernd Struben

Down 42% in a year, does Macquarie think Fortescue shares are now a good buy?

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ETFs

3 strong ASX ETFs for beginners to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Starting your investment journey? Check out these funds.

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Earnings Results

Why did Myer shares just rocket 9%?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into Myer shares on Friday. But why?

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International Stock News

2 "Magnificent Seven" stocks billionaires are buying

| John Ballard

The Magnificent Seven includes some of the most profitable and dominant tech companies in the world.

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Materials Shares

Rio Tinto share price tumbles on CEO bombshell news

| James Mickleboro

The mining giant is now looking for a new leader.

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Materials Shares

What's going on with the Fortescue share price today?

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant is making changes to its leadership.

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