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Are the ASX's top 20 shares in bargain territory?

| Christopher Georges

After a terrible 12 months, are the top 20 shares now undervalued compared to the rest of the market?

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Revealed: The ultimate buy-and-hold stock for your portfolio

| Edward Vesely (TMFEdV)

ARB Corporation Limited (ASX:ARB) has never let its shareholders down. Despite the growth in its share price, I fully expect…

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Could these 10 be the next ASX billion-dollar stocks?

| Mike King

Could these companies grow into billion-dollar companies, rewarding shareholders along the way?

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Why these 4 ASX shares got hammered today

| James Mickleboro

IPH Ltd (ASX: IPH) is one of four shares that have acted as a drag on the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)…

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ASX 200 fades but Brexit share market rally lives on

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The post-Brexit rally lives on thanks to BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP).

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Why I'm bullish on Newcrest Mining Limited shares

| Robert Stephens

Market volatility from Brexit could boost Newcrest Mining Limited’s (ASX:NCM) share price.

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Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Premier Investments Limited (ASX:PMV) is one of three ASX shares that brokers think you should buy today.

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Why these 4 ASX shares are soaring today

| James Mickleboro

Aconex Ltd (ASX:ACX) is one of four shares helping the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) finish the week strongly.

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Shares in BHP Billiton Limited jump around 3% despite negative Samarco news

| Tim McArthur

Investors have brushed aside the uncertainty created from BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) latest announcement.

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3 more big dividend stocks for your portfolio

| Mike King

These three dividend stocks offer yields of more than 7%. Take that bank deposits!

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Top stock picks for July

| Motley Fool Staff

Catapult Group International Ltd (ASX:CAT), Vocus Communications Limited (ASX:VOC), Somnomed Limited (ASX:SOM) and Village Roadshow Ltd (ASX:VRL) are among July's…

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Hansen Technologies Limited surges on acquisition news: Is it time to invest?

| James Mickleboro

Hansen Technologies Limited's (ASX:HSN) share price leapt 8% in early trading following the acquisition of PPL Solutions. Is it too…

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Australian house prices continue to rise but warning signs in Sydney

| Mike King

House price growth is slowing and warning signs appearing in Sydney

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This is why your SMSF likely had a shocker of a year

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

…and how you can improve that in 2016-17!

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Is Qantas Airways Limited the cheapest airline share in the world?

| James Mickleboro

Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) has been picked out by Citi analysts as the cheapest airline share in the world. Is…

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Should you buy Westpac Banking Corp for its monster 6.4% dividend?

| James Mickleboro

If you don’t already have significant exposure to the banking sector, then I believe an investment in Westpac Banking Corp…

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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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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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