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Technology Shares

Why did David Dicker sell down $67 million of Dicker Data shares in March?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are this CEO's share sales a red flag?

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Retail Shares

US tariffs send ASX 300 retail stock plummeting 20% to three-year low

| Bronwyn Allen

Online luxury retailer says European brands have already flagged price increases to offset the tariffs.

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Energy Shares

Should I buy the dip on Santos shares?

| Bernd Struben

Is now a good time to buy Santos shares for future dividends?

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords share just rocketed 12% in today's crashing market?

| Bernd Struben

This ASX All Ords share is surging today despite the Trump tariff market turmoil. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Astral, Newmont, Ramelius, and Synlait shares are defying the market selloff and rising

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising despite the market weakness today. But why?

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ETFs

The rise of active ETFs: What are they?

| Laura Stewart

Is it time to consider active ETFs?

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Share Fallers

Why ANZ, Breville, Cettire, and Treasury Wine shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

How are ASX 200 investors responding to the new Trump tariffs today?

| Bernd Struben

Australia didn’t escape the new Trump tariffs. Here’s how ASX investors are repositioning today.

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Share Fallers

These were the worst ASX 200 shares to own in Q1 2025

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors were selling off these shares during the first quarter.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 no-brainer ASX 200 shares to buy after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think very highly of these quality shares. Here's why they could be buys.

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Gold

ASX 200 gold stock leaps higher on record cash flow in Thursday's sinking market

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 gold stock is bucking the broader market sell-off today as cash flows hit new highs.

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Bank Shares

ANZ share price sinks on APRA bombshell

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the big four bank has announced this morning.

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International Stock News

Meet the hard asset that's bigger than Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft combined. One Wall Street strategist thinks it could hit a $40 trillion market cap.

| Bram Berkowitz

As massive as these three names are, they pale in comparison to a hard asset that has done quite well…

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How to invest

What the Vanguard index chart reminds us about investing through market volatility

| Sebastian Bowen

This chart will help you become rich.

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Defensive Shares

ASX defensive stocks to buy now for stability

| Tristan Harrison

Amid a building trade war, these stocks could provide stability.

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ETFs

I can own Apple, Nvidia, Microsoft, and Tesla with this simple ASX ETF

| James Mickleboro

This is the simple way for investors to buy a slice of some of the biggest companies in the world.

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Growth Shares

3 exciting ASX growth shares with massive long-term potential

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated growth shares could have significant potential.

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ETFs

I would buy these excellent ASX ETFs after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Now could be a good time to buy these funds. Let's find out why.

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Dividend Investing

How I would build a $1,000 monthly passive income stream with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

It isn't as hard as you might think to build a sizeable passive income.

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Technology Shares

Down 26%: Broker says this is an 'opportunity to buy' this top ASX 200 tech stock

| James Mickleboro

Hub24 Ltd (ASX: HUB) shares have taken a tumble over recent weeks, but one leading broker believes this could be…

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Dividend Investing

3 undervalued ASX dividend stocks paying a remarkable 6%+

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting big payouts from these shares.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on what could be a very eventful day for the share market.

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Opinions

Why I'll continue investing in ASX shares in 2025 no matter what

| Tristan Harrison

I’m still optimistic about the long-term.

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How to invest

How often do ASX investors get a chance to buy quality ASX shares on sale?

| Steve Holland

Now looks like a good time to scoop up a bargain on the ASX. How long will it last?

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How to invest

The power of compounding: What your ASX share portfolio could become by 2040

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how much could be made by investing in ASX shares over the next 12 years.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another positive day for ASX investors this hump day.

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Share Market News

Are Charlie Munger's predictions about the U.S. stock market coming true?

| Tristan Harrison

What would one of the world’s greatest investors think of what’s going on?

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International Stock News

3 reasons to buy Amazon stock like there's no tomorrow

| John Ballard

There are three reasons it's a no-brainer buy for a long-term investor right now.

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International Stock News

Can Nvidia stock return to its previous highs?

| Dan Victor

Is this recent weakness present a buy-the-dip opportunity, or does it foreshadow more turbulence ahead?

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just rocketed 14% on BIG leadership news

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent this ASX All Ords stock surging by 14%. But why?

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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How to invest

How I'd build a diversified ASX portfolio in 1 year

| Sebastian Bowen

Building a diversified portfolio in 12 months is easier than it seems.

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Retail Shares

Should I sell my Wesfarmers shares today?

| Bernd Struben

Up 113% in five years, are Wesfarmers shares now a sell?

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Motley Fool Take Stock

About That FoolFit™ Investment Opportunity…

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

It's time to set the record straight.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What now for Star Entertainment shares after $940M funding deal withdrawn

| Bronwyn Allen

Negotiations between Star Entertainment and Salter Brothers Capital have ended.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares I think are fantastic for beginners

| Tristan Harrison

I’m a big fan of both of these investments, here’s why…

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Energy Shares

Why did the Woodside share price fizzle in March?

| Bernd Struben

Woodside shares were in retreat for much of March. But why?

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Technology Shares

Brainchip shares storm higher on big news

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited about this tech stock on Wednesday?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are Harvey Norman shares sliding today?

| Bronwyn Allen

What's happening with the ASX 200 furniture and electronics retailer today?

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Best Shares

If I could only own 1 ASX stock, it would be this one

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock offers investors a bit of everything.

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