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Technology Shares

Is Telstra Corporation Ltd the perfect investment for financial year 2017?

| Robert Stephens

Given the high degree of uncertainty in markets this year, should Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) be your top stock pick?

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Why the Aconex Limited share price is flying today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of Aconex Limited (ASX:ACX) have risen 4.4%, and could have further to run.

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Why short-term pain equals long-term gain for Woodside Petroleum Limited

| Robert Stephens

Challenging market conditions could leave Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) in a stronger position.

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Shaver Shop Group Ltd to list on ASX today. Is it a Buy?

| Mike King

Shaver Shop Group Ltd (ASX:SSG) to list on ASX today

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ASX 200 set to rise strongly: 8 shares to watch

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The post-Brexit recovery continues to gain momentum.

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5 defensive shares to buy for 2016-17

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Following Brexit, many investors will be looking for safer shares to invest their money in.

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Why this top fund manager is buying these 4 stocks

| Mike King

Recent stock market volatility means some fund managers are wading back into the market

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Bank Shares

Bank shares smashed! Will FY 2017 be better?

| Tim McArthur

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) was the best relative performer amongst bank shares - down 11% for the year.

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Healthcare Shares

Why CSL Limited is one of the best stocks on the ASX

| Robert Stephens

CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) has an exceptional long term outlook.

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Was it worth owning Wesfarmers Ltd in FY 2016?

| Tim McArthur

Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) share price has gained less than 3% in the past 12 months.

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Here's what happened to the ASX 200 today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Local shares ended the 2015-16 financial year in style today

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Are AMP Limited shares headed higher?

| Tim McArthur

The share price of AMP Limited (ASX:AMP) is down around 14% in the past 12 months.

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Here's why these 4 ASX shares have rocketed today

| James Mickleboro

It has been a great day for the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO), but an even better one for shareholders of…

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Should Woolworths Limited be your first share trade for the new financial year?

| Tim McArthur

Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) share price has lost around 22% in the past year.

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Why pot stock MMJ Phytotech Ltd is smoking the ASX today

| Tom Richardson

MMJ Phytotech Ltd (ASX:MMJ) shares are flying higher.

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Are these the S&P/ASX 200's best bargains?

| Mike King

Trading on low P/E ratios could these 3 companies be bargains?

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Why these 4 shares have missed out on today's rally

| Christopher Georges

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX: XJO) has gained more than 1.8% today, but these four shares have been left…

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3 rock-solid shares to help you retire in style

| Tim McArthur

Brambles Limited (ASX:BXB), Pact Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:PGH) and Ansell Limited (ASX:ANN) could be worthy additions to your portfolio.

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Is it all downhill for the gold price and miners?

| James Mickleboro

As markets move on from Brexit is it time for you to move on from gold miners such as Newcrest…

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4 growth shares to buy today

| Tim McArthur

Mayne Pharma Group Ltd (ASX:MYX), SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK), CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and Premier Investments Limited (ASX:PMV) are shares that could…

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3 ASX shares that could be EOFY bargains

| Christopher Georges

The financial year is drawing to an end and now could be a great time for investors to consider shares…

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Paragon Care Ltd. shares soar on profit upgrade

| James Mickleboro

Paragon Care Ltd. (ASX:PGC) reported a 200% increase in net profit. Should you invest in this growth share today?

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Resources Shares

Why has the Origin Energy Ltd share price suddenly soared 4.7%?

| Tim McArthur

Gas producer Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG) has announced its first exports to Kansai Electric.

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Why the Mayne Pharma Group share price is going gangbusters

| Tom Richardson

Mayne Pharma Group Ltd (ASX:MYX) shares are going nuts on its Teva deal.

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Why property is not always the great investment it's cracked up to be

| Mike King

One fifth of units sold in the last quarter were sold at a loss

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Is Nextdc Ltd next on the takeover list?

| Mike King

Is there more consolidation coming in the telecommunications and technology sector?

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Are shares of Burson Group Ltd still a buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of Burson Group Ltd (ASX:BAP) have more than tripled since listing on the ASX.

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Why Bellamy's Australia Ltd is the 6th most shorted share on the ASX

| Christopher Georges

Should a spike in short positions have shareholders of Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) worried?

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Kathmandu Holdings Ltd set to climb on profit upgrade

| Tom Richardson

Kathmandu Holdings Ltd (ASX:KMD) shares are set to climb today.

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ASX 200 to continue post-Brexit rally: 9 shares to watch

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The post-Brexit rally looks set to continue! Which shares will benefit?

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3 overlooked and cheap companies with big dividends

| Mike King

These 3 small-to-medium companies trading on cheap prices and paying big dividends are being missed by the market

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10 ways to become RICH in your 20s

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

One of Warren Buffett's biggest regrets is that he didn't start investing earlier!

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Is Macquarie Group Ltd headed for a downgrade?

| Motley Fool Staff

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) looks to be facing significant headwinds arising from the UK’s decision to leave the EU.

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Why Brexit might not even happen

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

One expert estimates a 25% chance that Britain won't follow through with its divorce from the EU.

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5 ASX shares that have defied the Brexit fallout

| Christopher Georges

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) might still be in negative territory since the Brexit fallout, but these five shares have…

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Should you buy Healthscope Ltd shares?

| Rachit Dudhwala

Healthscope Ltd (ASX:HSO) shares provide cheap exposure to the healthcare sector.

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Here's what happened to the ASX 200 today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Investors are becoming more willing to take greater risks.

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Why the Praemium Ltd share price soared today

| Mike King

Praemium Ltd (ASX:PPS) wins contract with JB Were

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Why these 3 dividend stocks could be your best bet in 2016-17

| Tom Richardson

Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD) and Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) look hard to go past.

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2 reasons Iress Ltd shares are surging today

| Tim McArthur

The share price of Iress Ltd (ASX:IRE) is up 5.8% in late afternoon trade.

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