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ASX 200 set to soar: 7 shares to watch

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Investors look set to put Brexit and the federal election behind them today.

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8 stocks to benefit from government policy in the years ahead

| Edward Vesely (TMFEdV)

The 2015 Intergenerational Report’s projections highlight the importance of sticking to a long-term investment strategy

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5 reasons to buy CSL Limited shares today

| Robert Stephens

CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) could continue its stunning share price run.

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4 financial ratios to understand before buying shares

| Christopher Georges

It's not hard to identify high-quality businesses when you consider some simple financial indicators.

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One small ASX company you need to know about

| Motley Fool Staff

Newly listed MotorCycle Holdings Ltd (ASX:MTO) is looking to catch a ride on growing demand for motorcycles.

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Market Wrap: ASX 200 flat as oil price plunges

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) shares were on fire today.

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Bellamy's Australia Ltd surges on takeover rumours

| James Mickleboro

The share price of Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) has rocketed higher by 6% today. Is it too late to invest?

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Why I'm not buying Santos Ltd, Origin Energy Limited or Beach Energy Ltd shares just yet

| Tim McArthur

The share prices of Santos Ltd (ASX:STO), Origin Energy Limited (ASX:ORG) and Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT) could be headed lower…

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4 stocks sinking on the ASX today

| Mike King

The S&P/ASX 300 is trading virtually flat, but these 4 companies saw their share prices trimmed

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Why these 4 ASX shares are rocketing higher today

| James Mickleboro

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) is one of four shares trying to keep the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) in positive territory today.

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Macquarie Group Ltd identifies best big Australian bank to buy

| Tom Richardson

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) reportedly like this big four bank more than the others.

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Revealed: My favourite mid-cap ASX shares to buy today

| Matt Brazier

My instant 10 stock portfolio has comfortably outperformed the market over the past year.

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Is Commonwealth Bank of Australia a buy at this share price?

| Mike King

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) looks cheaper than it has for a number of years

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Why brokers rate these 3 shares as conviction buys today

| James Mickleboro

REA Group Limited (ASX:REA) is one of three shares that brokers have given buy ratings to. But should you invest…

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KOGAN.COM DEF SET shares just stunned the market

| Tim McArthur

KOGAN.COM DEF SET (ASX:KGN) shares are trading below their IPO price.

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The Chasm Between Good and Great

| Joe Magyer

Good is good. Great is better. Profit by knowing the real difference.

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3 exciting fintech companies to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Class Ltd (ASX:CL1) is one of three fintech shares which I believe have incredibly exciting growth prospects.

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What's wrong with Australian retailers?

| Mike King

Several retailers have seen their share prices plunge dramatically this year. Just a coincidence?

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3 beaten-up bargains for investors with a cast-iron stomach

| Sean O'Neill

FlexiGroup Limited (ASX:FXL), Thorn Group Ltd (ASX:TGA), and Yellow Brick Road Holdings Ltd (ASX:YBR) could be great value today.

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Better buy: Australia and New Zealand Banking Group or Westpac Banking Corp?

| James Mickleboro

Both Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) provide market-beating dividends. But which is the…

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Why the oil price tanked overnight

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Before today, the oil price appeared to have stabilised.

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Want to buy the hottest of hot biotechs?

| Sean O'Neill

CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) has many times the budget, and consequently many times the potential, of small would-be biotech success stories.

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2016's Top 5 stocks revealed

| Mike King

The market has gone nowhere in 2016, but these 5 have soared multiples of their starting share price

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ASX 200 set to drop on oil woes: 7 shares to watch

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) could be in for another tough day…

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5 ASX shares that have soared since Brexit

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) shares are up 26.3% since Brexit, and 532% over the last 12 months!

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5 ASX shares that have been smashed since Brexit

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Henderson Group plc (ASX:HGG) has lost almost a third of its value!

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How do loss-making companies pay dividends?

| Regan Pearson

When companies like QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) report losses, how do they pay dividends? Here's how…

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The bargain hunter's guide to Ramsay Health Care Limited shares

| Robert Stephens

Could Ramsay Health Care Limited’s (ASX:RHC) run be coming to an end?

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Is Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd headed above $70 a share?

| Tim McArthur

Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX:DMP) shares have taken shareholders on a rollercoaster ride the past few days.

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3 key habits of smart investors

| Tim McArthur

Smart investors might have CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and CYBG PLC CDI 1:1 (ASX:CYB) in their portfolios.

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Up 35% in 30 days: Is it time to buy a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia)?

| James Mickleboro

The a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia) (ASX:A2M) share price has skyrocketed in the last 30 days. Is it too late…

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Here's why these 4 ASX shares got smashed today

| James Mickleboro

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) may have had a good day, but Cimic Group Ltd (ASX:CIM) and three other shares…

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Australian Agricultural Company Ltd, Star Entertainment Group & Treasury Wine Estates could benefit from China boom

| Tim McArthur

Australian Agricultural Company Ltd (ASX:AAC), Star Entertainment Group Ltd (ASX:SGR) and Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) all offer exposure to…

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Here's what happened to the ASX 200 on Thursday

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) rebounded strongly after two days in the red.

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How the close election result could impact investors

| Claude Walker

How should you react to the election result?

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Why these 4 shares are charging higher today

| Christopher Georges

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is rebounding nicely today, with these four shares enjoying a very strong day.

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2 big reasons to buy Rio Tinto Limited shares today

| Tim McArthur

Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) shares could be attractively priced if an investor takes a 'through the cycle' view.

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Is this the ultimate high yield dividend portfolio?

| Mike King

5 companies with strong dividend yields could be just the thing for your portfolio

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Is it time to bet against Tabcorp Holdings Limited on greyhound racing ban?

| James Mickleboro

The decision by the NSW government to ban greyhound racing in the state has sent shares of Tabcorp Holdings Limited…

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Mantra Group Ltd jumps on broker upgrade: Is it a bargain?

| James Mickleboro

Mantra Group Ltd (ASX:MTR) shares are climbing off their 52-week low today following the release of a research note from…

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