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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 ASX dividend stock down 34% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This business is cheaper and offers larger dividend yields.

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How to invest

3 reasons why I'd buy cheap ASX shares right now and hold them to 2035

| James Mickleboro

Buy and hold investing after the market selloff could be a smart move. Let's find out why.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Resources Shares

3 things about BHP stock every smart investor knows

| Tristan Harrison

There’s a lot more to BHP than just being an iron ore miner.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Want to catch the boosted dividend from Harvey Norman shares? Better be quick…

| Bronwyn Allen

The furniture and electronics retailer will pay an interim dividend of 12 cents per share on 1 May.

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ETFs

Is Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) the best Vanguard ETF?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this the right Vanguard ETF to go with?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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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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Blue Chip Shares

Where to invest $10,000 into ASX 200 shares in April

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be worth checking out in April. Here's why.

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International Stock News

Worried about a recession? Heed this Buffett advice to "Keep Your Head."

| Bram Berkowitz

Take a page from Warren Buffett’s playbook.

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ETFs

Forget CBA shares and buy these ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be better picks than Australia's largest bank.

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Opinions

Why I made this ASX share the biggest position in my portfolio

| Tristan Harrison

This stock offers virtually everything that I want from an investment.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX growth shares down 30% or more to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting these shares to rebound strongly from recent weakness.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 financial shares lead the market amid Federal Budget and election call

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX financial shares led the 11 market sectors last week with a 2.55% gain.

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Opinions

Should I buy Brickworks or Soul Patts shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Both of these stocks offer a two-for-one deal.

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Share Market News

Falling interest rates: The winners and losers

| Laura Stewart

How well is your portfolio positioned for rate cuts?

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ETFs

3 of the best ASX ETFs to buy in April

| James Mickleboro

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

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Travel Shares

Flight Centre shares haven't traded this low since the pandemic, what's going on?

| Steve Holland

The Flight Centre share price has suffered over the years. It continues to hit turbulence

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ETFs

Want $5,000 of passive income from ASX ETFs? Here's how I'd do it

| Tristan Harrison

These funds could be an effective way to unlock cash flow.

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Bank Shares

Here's what Westpac says the RBA will do with interest rates next week

| James Mickleboro

The RBA is meeting on April Fool's Day. Will it cut rates? Let's find out.

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Resources Shares

Here's the latest earnings forecast out to 2029 for Rio Tinto shares

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how much profit Rio Tinto could make in the next few years.

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ETFs

$10,000 invested in NDQ ETF 5 years ago is now…

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if investing your hard-earned money into this ETF 5 years ago was a good idea.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend stock is projected to pay a yield of over 8% by 2028

| Tristan Harrison

This business is projected to pay impressive dividends in the coming years.

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How to invest

How investing $50 a week into ASX shares could make you a millionaire

| James Mickleboro

Small investments can deliver big results over time.

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Healthcare Shares

One likely reason the market has soured on Pro Medicus

| Laura Stewart

Is there opportunity for brave investors?

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Retail Shares

What to expect from Wesfarmers in the next 5 years

| Tristan Harrison

Wesfarmers has made significant progress. What’s next?

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Technology Shares

What's happening with the NextDC share price?

| Steve Holland

The NextDC share price has been tanking. What’s going on?

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International Stock News

Buffett says you "Really shouldn't own stocks" unless you're prepared to see them drop 50%. Should this deter you from investing?

| Stefon Walters

Buffett's words are meant to mentally prepare investors for the irrational ways of the stock market, not deter them from…

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International Stock News

Stock market uncertainty has rattled investors. Is artificial intelligence (AI) darling Nvidia still a buy?

| Adam Spatacco

The Nasdaq has dropped markedly as investors sour on technology stocks.

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How to invest

How many stocks should you own? Let's see what Warren Buffett had to say 

| Laura Stewart

Buffett weighs in on the debate between concentration and diversification.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy end to the trading week for ASX investors today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What's happening with Star Entertainment shares following casino licence decision?

| Bronwyn Allen

Star Entertainment has updated the market on two regulatory matters and progress with its rescue plan.

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International Stock News

Prediction: Apple will soar over the next 5 years. Here's 1 reason why.

| James Brumley

Investors aren't looking far enough down the road for its currently floundering AI efforts.

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Communication Shares

Telstra is rewarding its shares investors today

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's how.

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Bank Shares

Which big 4 ASX bank share offers the best value right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is there a clear winner when it comes to the big ASX bank stocks?

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ETFs

VanEck Global Defence ETF up 31% since November as defence spending ramps up

| Sebastian Bowen

As most investors would be aware, it's been a rough few months for the stock market. Since the start of…

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Dividend Investing

Own CBA shares? You just got a little wealthier…

| Bronwyn Allen

Are you invested in Australia's biggest bank?

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International Stock News

Where Will Amazon Stock Be in 1 Year?

| Chris Neiger

Let's consider some of the hurdles Amazon could face over the next 12 months, as well as some likely ways…

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Dividend Investing

Own US shares via ASX ETFs? Here's how much you'll receive in dividends and when

| Bronwyn Allen

Estimated distribution amounts and payment dates have been announced for these ASX ETFs.

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Share Gainers

Why A2 Milk, Orthocell, QBE, and Ramelius shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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