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Baby Boomers: Here's what the 2017 Budget means to YOU

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Baby Boomers love a good property (or six!), but the Government's 2017 Budget will change the negative gearing rules, property…

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Why these 5 ASX shares have surged higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Ltd (ASX:BEN) share price is one of five making notably strong gains today. Here’s what…

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Why the South32 Ltd share price has been SMASHED today

| James Mickleboro

The South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) share price is certainly having a day to forget. Is this an opportunity to snap up…

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The Suncorp Group Ltd share price just hit a new 52-week high: Is it too late to buy?

| James Mickleboro

The Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN) share price may have just hit a new 52-week high, but it could still be…

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Budget 2017: Here's what it means for stock market investors like you

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

We’ve found great businesses with good market opportunities. That are executing well. And run by great management teams.

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Is REA Group Limited the best growth stock on the ASX?

| Tom Richardson

REA Group Limited (ASX:REA) shares are up nearly 1,000% over the past 10 years.

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First Home Buyers: What the 2017 Budget means to you

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The 2017 Federal Budget will hurt the Big Banks, but first home buyers have a superannuation incentive to save a…

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Here's where I would invest $30,000 in the share market

| James Mickleboro

The CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) share price may be up strongly this year, but I still believe it is one of…

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Why the CSR Limited share price has been CRUSHED today

| James Mickleboro

The CSR Limited (ASX:CSR) share price is down 11% in early trade. Here’s why…

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Why the bank levy is hosing down Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares

| Tom Richardson

The government's bank levy explained and why's it's hurting the National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC)…

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Fortescue Metals Group Limited: Then and Now

| Sean O'Neill

What a difference 2 years has made to Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG).

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S&P/ASX 200 open Wednesday: 10 shares to watch

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)(ASX:XJO) is expected to open lower on Wednesday, with shares of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and…

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1 disturbing situation that could bring Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares undone

| Sean O'Neill

Companies like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) aren’t as risk-free as some investors may think.

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Here are 3 hot IPOs that hit the ASX boards recently

| James Mickleboro

The Cann Group Ltd (ASX:CAN) share price could be one to watch in the future after hitting the ASX boards…

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What does the 2017 Budget mean to Big Bank share prices?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) share price, National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) share price, Australia and New Zealand Banking…

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2 blue-chip shares I might buy in the ASX50

| Tristan Harrison

Stocks like AGL Energy Limited (ASX:AGL) could provide investors with excellent returns over the next 5 years.

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4 income stocks I'd buy today with $5,000

| Tristan Harrison

In this era of low interest rates, high income-paying stocks like WAM Research Limited (ASX:WAX) are very valuable.

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Why the Webjet Limited share price is soaring to record highs today

| Tom Richardson

Is Webjet Limited (ASX:WEB) the best way to profit from the digital economy?

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ALL ORDINARIES finishes lower Tuesday: 10 shares you missed

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)(ASX:XJO) and ALL ORDINARIES (Index:^AXAO) (ASX:XAO) finished lower Tuesday.

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Here's why these 5 ASX shares have sunk like stones

| James Mickleboro

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) share price is one of five falling significantly lower today. Here’s what you need…

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Why these 4 ASX shares have surged higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Hydroponics Company Ltd (ASX:THC) share price is one of four climbing higher today. Here’s why…

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Why Greencross Limited shares are feline ill today

| Tom Richardson

The Greencross Limited (ASX:GXL) share price is falling on a cat food scare.

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Is the Sydney Airport Holdings Ltd share price good value for dividend seekers?

| Rachit Dudhwala

The Sydney Airport Holdings Ltd (ASX:SYD) share price hits 9-month highs.

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Here's why these retail shares are being SMASHED today

| James Mickleboro

The Harvey Norman Holdings Limited (ASX:HVN) share price and a number of retail peers have been crushed today. Here’s what’s…

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Here are 3 exciting biotech shares at the top of my list

| James Mickleboro

The CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) share price may have rallied strongly in recent months, but I still think it is one…

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Why the MMJ Phytotech Ltd share price rocketed higher today

| James Mickleboro

The MMJ Phytotech Ltd (ASX:MMJ) share price was a big mover in morning trade after a positive announcement out of…

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Warren Buffett's love-hate relationship with dividends

| Motley Fool Staff

Unlike Buffett, virtually every stock on the ASX is fair game to us.

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3 reasons why the banks' share prices are being hammered

| Mike King

Big four banks are leading the market down ahead of Budget night

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Why bank shares are getting slammed on federal budget tax rumours

| Tom Richardson

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) share prices are…

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How I'm making money from the plunging Australian Dollar (A$) in 2017

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The Australian Dollar (A$) (AUSUSD) is down 3.2% in three months, following the economy and commodity prices downwards.

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Is the Woolworths share price at fair value?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

According to analysts, the Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) share price is at fair value.

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Why the Ardent Leisure Group share price is plunging today

| Tom Richardson

The Ardent Leisure Group (ASX:AAD) share price is heading lower again today.

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Why the Incitec Pivot Ltd share price fell almost 5% today

| James Mickleboro

The Incitec Pivot Ltd (ASX:IPL) share price tumbled lower in morning trade after the release of its half-year result. Is…

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Here are 3 buy and hold tech shares I would snap up today

| James Mickleboro

The Aconex Ltd (ASX:ACX) share price may have risen 48% in the last three months, but it could be worth…

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Why the Commonwealth Bank of Australia share price is falling

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) share price has fallen 2.6% following the release of its third quarter financial update.

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S&P/ASX 200 open Tuesday: 5 shares to watch

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)(ASX:XJO) is expected to open higher on Tuesday, with shares of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) in…

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Is the Myer Holdings Ltd share price in the buy zone after yesterday's huge decline?

| James Mickleboro

The Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX:MYR) share price fell sharply on Monday. Does this put it in the buy zone now?

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Up 22% in 2017, is the National Veterinary Care Ltd share price a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

The National Veterinary Care Ltd (ASX:NVL) share price could keep growing strongly over the next few years.

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4 great investment options for beginners

| Tristan Harrison

These four companies could be the perfect start to your portfolio.

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Why Macquarie Group Ltd just slapped a $4.50 share price target on Telstra Corporation Ltd

| Tom Richardson

Is Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) a good dividend share?

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