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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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Cimic Group Ltd shares crash on accounting concerns

| Tom Richardson

Cimic Group Ltd (ASX:CIM) shares have crashed on a Morgan Stanley report.

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Are big bank and energy shares your best bet for FY 2017?

| Tim McArthur

FY 2017 could be a good time to selectively buy shares such as Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) and Australia and…

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4 reasons why bank shares have been smashed in 2016

| Christopher Georges

Here are four reasons why the big four banks have disappointed investors since the start of the year.

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Fund managers forced to cut fees

| Mike King

Fund managers face intense competition for funds and are being forced to slash their fees

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How Spark Infrastructure Group fits a dividend seeker's portfolio

| Rachit Dudhwala

Spark Infrastructure Group (ASX:SKI) remains a consistent performer through bouts of volatility.

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Should you sell these heavily shorted ASX stocks?

| Tom Richardson

JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH), Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS) and Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX:CTD) are being heavily short sold.

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Australia's Top 5 infrastructure companies

| Mike King

Could these companies be worthy additions to your portfolio?

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3 reasons I'm avoiding shares of Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

There are reasons to like Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL), but I am losing hope…

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Why the AGL Energy Ltd share price dropped 6% today

| James Mickleboro

AGL Energy Ltd (ASX:AGL) dropped after it warned the market that its earnings growth may slow next year due to…

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3 reasons to be cautious about Medibank Private Ltd shares

| Sean O'Neill

Today's announcement revealed some delays providing customer statements as a result of Medibank Private Ltd's (ASX:MPL) technology upgrade.

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Why buying gold shares could be a waste of money

| Sean O'Neill

Thinking of buying EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN), Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM), or St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) to protect your portfolio? Think…

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Kogan.com to list on ASX today. Should you Buy?

| Mike King

Could Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) become Australia's Amazon?

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3 small-cap shares that could make you a millionaire

| James Mickleboro

Appen Ltd (ASX:APX) is one of three small cap growth shares I believe could provide investors with solid returns in…

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ASX 200 set to jump: 7 shares to watch

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Investors can hopefully catch their breath today after yesterday's Brexit-related drop.

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Why the big banks could be forced into capital raisings of $17.5 billion

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) shares lost 7.5% last time…

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3 ASX shares I wish I bought, but didn't

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Missing out is one of the most painful experiences in investing…

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The investor's guide to Fortescue Metals Group Limited shares

| Robert Stephens

Is Fortescue Metals Group Limited’s (ASX: FMG) 2016 share price run about to come to an abrupt end?

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The bargain hunter's guide to Rio Tinto Limited shares

| Robert Stephens

Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) is up 10% in 3 months – could this be the start of things to come?

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Bargain Alert: These 3 shares could now be in the buy zone

| Christopher Georges

After some heavy falls this year, shares like Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) could be in the BUY zone.

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Gold miner St Barbara Ltd smashes production guidance: Is it a buy?

| James Mickleboro

St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) soars on an increase in the gold price and news that it has smashed full year…

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Why brokers rate these 3 ASX shares as buys

| James Mickleboro

APA Group (ASX:APA) is one of three shares that brokers recommend buying this week. But should you invest in them?

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Here's why these 4 ASX shares have been hammered today

| James Mickleboro

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) is one of four shares helping to drag the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) lower today.

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3 high-yield dividend shares for your retirement portfolio

| James Mickleboro

I believe that income investors should consider adding National Storage REIT (ASX:NSR) and two other high yield dividend shares into…

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Why the ASX 200 fell below 5,200 points today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and the banks acted as a huge drag on the market.

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Why Henderson Group and Macquarie Group shares are getting slammed

| Tom Richardson

BT Investment Management Ltd (ASX:BTT) and Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) shares are under pressure as the UK pound falls.

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Why the Lynas Corporation share price soared today

| Mike King

Lynas Corporation Limited (ASX:LYC) share price soars 20.7% after beating production targets

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Why these 4 shares are thumping the ASX today

| Christopher Georges

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has lost more than 1% today but these four shares have managed to climb…

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What could Homebase be worth to Wesfarmers Ltd?

| Tim McArthur

Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) shares could be worth a lot more if the company successfully expands its Bunnings brand into the…

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Big four banks' shares slide as royal commission chances grow

| Mike King

A royal commission to investigate banks' conduct appears more likely as election results stream in

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ASX 200 slumps on Brexit fears: Keep calm, and carry on

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Brexit is dominating the news headlines again, and gold is marching higher.

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Why Fantastic Holdings Limited shares are getting smashed today

| James Mickleboro

Fantastic Holdings Limited (ASX:FAN) dropped 10% this morning after announcing the closure of a Le Cornu store and a one-time…

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Why you should wait before buying oil stocks

| Tim McArthur

Origin Energy Limited (ASX:ORG) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) are down 6% and 4.6% respectively.

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The bargain hunter's guide to CSL Limited

| Sean O'Neill

CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) is one of the best companies on the ASX.

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Is it a good time to buy Australia and New Zealand Banking Group?

| James Mickleboro

After falling 28% in 12 months, could Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) be in bargain territory now?

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Is ASX Ltd a takeover target?

| Tom Richardson

ASX Ltd (ASX:ASX) could do a deal with the Singapore stock exchange.

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Are Thorn Group Ltd shares cheap?

| Rachit Dudhwala

Thorn Group Ltd (ASX:TGA) shares plunged 9% on Monday. Should you buy?

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