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S&P/ASX 200 open Tuesday: 5 shares to watch

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)(ASX:XJO) is expected to open higher on Tuesday, with shares of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) in…

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Is the Myer Holdings Ltd share price in the buy zone after yesterday's huge decline?

| James Mickleboro

The Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX:MYR) share price fell sharply on Monday. Does this put it in the buy zone now?

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Up 22% in 2017, is the National Veterinary Care Ltd share price a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

The National Veterinary Care Ltd (ASX:NVL) share price could keep growing strongly over the next few years.

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4 great investment options for beginners

| Tristan Harrison

These four companies could be the perfect start to your portfolio.

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Why Macquarie Group Ltd just slapped a $4.50 share price target on Telstra Corporation Ltd

| Tom Richardson

Is Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) a good dividend share?

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ALL ORDINARIES finishes higher Monday: 8 shares you missed

| Owen Raszkiewicz

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

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Why the Cochlear Limited share price is heading to a record high today

| Tom Richardson

The Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) share price has climbed 145% over the past three years.

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Why these 4 ASX shares have started the week with HUGE gains

| James Mickleboro

The Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) share price is one of four starting the week with huge gains. Here’s what you…

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Pot stocks start the week strongly: Here's what you need to know

| James Mickleboro

The Auscann Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:AC8) share price is one of a number in the medicinal cannabis industry which have…

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When it comes to the stock market, here's where the really big money is made

| Bruce Jackson

Losers are part of the territory. If you're not prepared for some losses, you're in the wrong game. Leave your…

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7 reasons to buy Macquarie Group Ltd shares today

| Tom Richardson

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) offeres investors a good mix of value and yield.

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4 investment ideas for when the bear bites again

| Sean O'Neill

Australian share prices are looking pretty frothy at the moment.

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3 reasons I'm avoiding BHP Billiton Limited shares in 2017

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) share price has come back to earth over the past three months.

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The Fairfax Media Limited share price is soaring on a TPG takeover offer

| Tom Richardson

The Fairfax Media Limited (ASX:FXJ) share price is responding to a private equity bid.

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2 ASX shares for a low Australian Dollar (A$)

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The Australian Dollar (A$) (AUDUSD) could be a boon for ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) and Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) shareholders.

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These are the S&P/ASX 200's worst performers: Will they bounce back?

| James Mickleboro

The Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC) share price has been one of the worst performers on the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO)…

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2 growth shares to buy and hold for 10 years

| Sean O'Neill

Companies like Greencross Limited (ASX:GXL) and Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) could become much larger in the future.

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Here's why I would buy these high-yielding dividend shares today

| James Mickleboro

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) dividend is one of three which I would suggest investors consider today. Here’s why…

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Profit report: Why the Westpac Banking Corp share price is flattening

| James Mickleboro

The Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) share price will be one to watch today after the release of its interim results.…

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5 small caps offering BIG yields

| Tristan Harrison

Blackwall Ltd (ASX:BWF) and Pioneer Credit Ltd (ASX:PNC) are 2 of 5 businesses offering great dividends.

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Will Commonwealth Bank of Australia cut its share dividend?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) share price would be slammed if it cuts its dividend in 2017. Fortunately, there…

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Are the 10 most shorted shares on the ASX in your portfolio?

| James Mickleboro

The Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) share price could come under pressure in the near future judging by its high levels of…

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S&P/ASX 200 open Monday: 5 shares to watch

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)(ASX:XJO) is expected to jump higher on Monday, with shares of Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) and Fairfax…

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These are the S&P/ASX 200's best performers: Can they go higher?

| James Mickleboro

The Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX:WHC) share price is one of the best performers on the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) in…

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3 exciting healthcare shares for your portfolio

| Tristan Harrison

NIB Holdings Limited (ASX:NHF) and Healthscope Limited (ASX:HSO) are 2 of 3 great healthcare businesses.

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Slater & Gordon Limited just updated the market on its survival battle

| Tom Richardson

Warning: The Slater & Gordon Limited (ASX:SGH) share price could head lower.

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ALL ORDINARIES finishes lower Friday: 12 shares you missed

| Owen Raszkiewicz

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

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How Magellan Financial Group Ltd shares could still grow your wealth

| Tom Richardson

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) boasted over $50 billion in funds under management today.

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Platinum Asset Management Limited's 6.5% fully franked dividend yield

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Platinum Asset Management Limited (ASX:PTM) shares are tipped to pay a 6.5% fully franked dividend in the year ahead.

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How Origin Energy Ltd's share price could profit from its Tesla deal

| Rachit Dudhwala

Vertically integrated electricity powerhouse Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG) could benefit from Tesla’s market dominance.

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Why these 4 ASX shares are ending the week deep in the red

| James Mickleboro

The TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM) share price is one of four finishing the week in the red. Here’s what you…

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Why these 4 ASX shares are ending the week with a BANG

| James Mickleboro

The Auscann Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:AC8) share price is one of four ending the week with huge gains. Here’s what…

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Why the Murray River Organics Ltd share price has fallen 41% today

| James Mickleboro

The Murray River Organics Ltd (ASX:MRG) share price has taken an almighty plunge today. Here’s what you need to know…

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Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy in May

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named three shares to buy in May. Should you snap them up today?

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Iron ore miners are getting crushed

| Mike King

Spot iron ore crashes 5% overnight and more falls likely

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Why the Auscann Group Holdings Ltd share price has gone nuts today

| James Mickleboro

The Auscann Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: AC8) share price is up 21% in morning trade. Here’s what you need to…

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Trading update: Is the Qantas Airways Limited share price in the buy zone?

| James Mickleboro

The Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) share price has edged higher in morning trade after a positive trading update. Is it…

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Why the Macquarie Group Ltd share price is heading to record highs

| Tom Richardson

The Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) share price could be heading above $100.

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Here are 4 reasons why I think the Mantra Group Ltd share price is in the buy zone

| James Mickleboro

The Mantra Group Ltd (ASX:MTR) share price has fallen sharply in the last 12 months. Here are four reasons why…

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3 risky businesses to avoid if the Australian economy deteriorates

| Sean O'Neill

Companies like G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM), Genworth Mortgage Insurance Australia (ASX:GMA), and AP Eagers Ltd (ASX:APE) could get hit.

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