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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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Dividend Investing

1 fantastic ASX dividend stock down 25% to buy now

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker thinks that this beaten down dividend stock is a buy.

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ETFs

5 of the best ASX ETFs to buy in February

| James Mickleboro

Check out these funds that could be great picks for Aussie investors this month.

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Broker Notes

Buy BHP and this ASX 200 share next week

| James Mickleboro

Here are a couple of shares that Bell Potter rate highly this month.

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Superannuation

How is superannuation taxed in Australia?

| Aaron Bell

Want to add or withdraw from your super? Here’s how you will be taxed. 

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Index investing

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) a buy at $105?

| Sebastian Bowen

It can still be a good idea to buy index funds when they look expensive...

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Growth Shares

3 amazing Australian stocks to buy and hold until 2030

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be high-quality options for investors looking for long term picks.

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Dividend Investing

18 ASX 200 shares set to pay 5%-plus dividend yields in 2025

| Bronwyn Allen

With some banks offering 5% risk-free yields on term deposits, investors are on the lookout for ASX dividend shares that…

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Small Cap Shares

2 under-$5 ASX hidden gems worth your attention

| James Mickleboro

These buy-rated shares are flying under the radar. Let's see why analysts are bullish on them.

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How to invest

5 easy steps to making $1 million from ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

These easy steps could be just what you need to take you down the path to riches.

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Dividend Investing

2 reasons I'm buying ASX income shares instead of investing in term deposits

| Tristan Harrison

Income stocks look like the right pick to me.

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Share Market News

I'd listen to Warren Buffett and invest in ASX shares with wide economic moats

| James Mickleboro

It could pay to follow in the footsteps of Warren Buffett. Here's what you need to know about moats.

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Best Shares

Top oversold ASX shares to buy in February 2025

| Motley Fool Staff

Hoping to bag an investment bargain this month?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors had a rough end to the trading week this Friday.

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Gold

ASX small cap stock explodes 290% on new gold discovery

| James Mickleboro

This gold stock is glittering on Friday. Let's find out what is getting investors excited.

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Financial Shares

5 ASX 200 financial stocks reporting next week

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season is underway...

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Resources Shares

How could this iron ore forecast impact BHP shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s what could happen next for the iron ore miners.

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52-Week Highs

Big ASX news: 10 ASX 200 shares hit new 52-week highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these lucky stocks?

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Share Gainers

These 3 ASX 200 stocks are charging higher this week. Own any?

| Bernd Struben

Investors have been piling into these ASX 200 stocks this week. But why?

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Investing Strategies

Invested in the Magnificent Seven? Here's why this fundie doesn't hold 2 of the stocks

| Bronwyn Allen

Some fund managers and ASX ETF index managers are only investing in some of the US Mag 7 stocks.

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Energy Shares

Buying ASX 200 energy shares? Here's Citi's 2025 oil price forecast

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 energy shares struggled amid a slumping oil price in 2024.

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Bank Shares

CBA shares: Another day, another new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

What's behind CBA's latest push into record territory?

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Share Fallers

Why Beach Energy, McMillan Shakespeare, News Corp, and Pilbara Minerals shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Healthcare Shares

Why is the Sigma share price soaring 6%?

| Bronwyn Allen

Sigma has upgraded its FY25 guidance ahead of the anticipated Chemist Warehouse merger completion.

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Share Gainers

Why Domino's, Nick Scali, REA, and Sigma shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. Let's see why investors are bidding them higher today.

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International Stock News

3 reasons I'm still loading up on Nvidia shares

| Keithen Drury

Nvidia's clients haven't changed their spending decisions following DeepSeek's breakthrough.

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BNPL shares

Should you buy the 34% dip on Zip shares?

| Bernd Struben

After crashing 34% in a month, what’s next for Zip shares?

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Gold

Citi's 2025 gold price forecast could mean new record highs for ASX 200 gold stocks

| Bernd Struben

The gold price has soared 40% in a year. How high will it go in 2025?

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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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International Stock News

Who owns Tesla?

| Scott Levine

Aside from Elon Musk, who else has skin in the game?

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Broker Notes

Why did this $1 billion ASX 300 stock just crash 10%?

| James Mickleboro

This stock isn't having a good finish to the week. What's going on?

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Energy Shares

These 2 ASX 200 utilities shares are reporting next week

| Aaron Bell

Two of the nation's biggest utilities companies will release important shareholder information next week. 

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Earnings Results

Why is this leading ASX 200 REIT under pressure on Friday?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are pressuring the ASX 200 REIT on Friday. Let’s find out why.

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Earnings Results

Nick Scali shares jump 12% on better than expected half year results

| James Mickleboro

How did the furniture retailer perform during the first half? Here's what you need to know.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are Domino's shares rocketing 22% today?

| James Mickleboro

This pizza chain operator is delivering some good news to shareholders on Friday.

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Financial Shares

Own AMP shares? Here's what to watch out for in the upcoming result

| Tristan Harrison

This is what investors should keep an eye on.

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International Stock News

Prediction: Nvidia stock is going to soar after February 26

| Harsh Chauhan

Nvidia stock has started 2025 badly, but it may be able to regain its mojo later this month.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 of the best ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy with $2,000

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker has very good things to say about these buy-rated shares.

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Share Market News

The S&P 500 just did something it hasn't done in over four decades, and that could signal a big move in 2025

| Adam Levy

The stock market recovery has been a bit lopsided, but that could change soon.

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Dividend Investing

Which ASX 200 communications share will pay the best dividend yield in 2025?

| Bronwyn Allen

Several communications stocks are expected to pay dividend yields above the ASX 200 Index average of 4%.

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Dividend Investing

Why these ASX dividend shares could be buys for income investors

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys for income seekers. Let's see what they are forecasting.

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