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Latest ASX share market news. Find out which Australian shares are moving the stock market today, and which shares to buy.

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Share Gainers

Why Clarity, Genesis Energy, IGO, and Wesfarmers shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week positively. But why?

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX share just rocketed 32% on return to profitability

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX share soaring as half-year profits are flagged.

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International Stock News

Could Nvidia stock be due for a crash in 2025? Here's what history says

| Brett Schafer

Investors are divided over whether the Nvidia party will continue or if this semiconductor stock is overvalued and set to…

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ETFs

Invest $500 into these excellent ASX ETFs this month

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be quality picks for investors looking to put money into the market this month.

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52-Week Highs

AMP share price smashes new multi-year highs

| Bernd Struben

AMP shares have enjoyed a remarkable 14 month run higher. But why?

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Technology Shares

The ASX 300 tech stock up 80% in a year that still offers 'compelling long-term value'

| Tristan Harrison

One expert thinks this company is on track for great growth.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 200 biotech stock is jumping 15% on big US FDA news

| James Mickleboro

Why is this stock ending the week on a high? Let's see what is getting investors excited.

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Bank Shares

Major investor sells down CBA shares. Here's why

| Tristan Harrison

Is it a worrying sign that one investor pushed the sell button?

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 lithium stock jumps on project shutdown news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX 200 lithium stock on Friday. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are Kogan shares crashing 13% on Friday?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are selling this stock on Friday.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares are 'fallen angels' to buy

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks these beaten down shares are buys ahead of earnings season.

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Dividend Investing

Which ASX 200 financial share will pay the best dividend yield in 2025?

| Bronwyn Allen

Will the bank stocks still pay high dividend yields despite massive share price rises last year?

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Growth Shares

These ASX growth shares could deliver market-beating returns

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these growth shares.

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Materials Shares

Why Fortescue shares are still a sell

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs doesn't believe that this miner deserves to trade at a premium to peers.

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Broker Notes

Why Goldman Sachs just upgraded Wesfarmers shares

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about the Bunnings and Kmart owner.

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Dividend Investing

Forget ANZ and buy these ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks these shares would be better options than the big four bank for income investors.

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Travel Shares

Down 33%! Should you buy Web Travel shares while they're under $5?

| Bernd Struben

Could the beaten down Web Travel share price make up for lost ground in 2025?

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How to invest

My $25-a-day plan to build a second income in 2025

| James Mickleboro

Want a second income? Here's an easy way to achieve one from the share market.

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Real Estate Shares

Should you buy ASX real estate shares before interest rates start to fall?

| Tristan Harrison

The real estate sector has suffered in the past three years. Is it time to buy?

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Dividend Investing

Why analysts love these ASX dividend shares with 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Here's how big their dividend yields could be in 2025 and 2026.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week on a high? Let's find out.

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Materials Shares

Has Pilbara Minerals stock finally hit rock bottom?

| Tristan Harrison

Can the lithium business recharge investor excitement? Here's one broker's view.

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Superannuation

Revealed: The top 10 performing Australian superannuation funds of 2024

| Bronwyn Allen

Chant West data shows Australian superannuation funds delivered a 'stellar result' for investors last year.

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ETFs

4 ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 10+ years

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be top options for investors looking for long term picks.

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REITs

Shares vs. property: How did ASX REITs perform compared to residential housing in 2024?

| Bronwyn Allen

We compare the capital growth of Australian houses to the largest ASX REITs last year.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 shares to invest $20,000 in and create $2,100 in passive income

| Bernd Struben

I think both these ASX 200 stocks will continue to reward passive income investors in 2025.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Myer shares race higher on 'overwhelming support' for merger

| James Mickleboro

The department store expects the merger to create a stronger business.

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Resources Shares

2 ASX 200 mining stocks surging despite sector weakness

| Bronwyn Allen

Materials is the weakest market sector today but these two mining stocks are shining.

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52-Week Highs

4 ASX 200 shares smashing new 52-week highs even as the market sinks

| Bernd Struben

Shrugging off today's sliding market, these ASX 200 stocks just hit new 52-week plus highs.

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Share Gainers

Why Coronado, Insignia, Netwealth, and Praemium shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Block, Core Lithium, Fortescue, and Vulcan shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are out of form on Thursday. What's going on?

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Bank Shares

ASX 200 bank shares hit another major record, so what does it mean for returns?

| Tristan Harrison

This expert has pointed out the banks have reached a new level.

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Energy Shares

Why this $7 billion ASX 200 energy stock is falling hard today

| Bernd Struben

Investors are pressuring the Aussie energy provider on Thursday. But why?

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BNPL shares

Are Zip shares a sell or could they keep rising?

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their opinions on this high-flying stock.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Insignia Financial shares: When will the bidding war end?

| Bernd Struben

Bidding action for the ASX 200 financial stock continues today.

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Earnings Results

Netwealth share price lifts on 2nd quarter of 'record performance'

| Zach Bristow

The funds keep on flowing for Netwealth.

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Healthcare Shares

The CSL share price is down 14% from its 52-week high. Is it a buy?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if analysts think that investors should be snapping up this quality company's shares.

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International Stock News

The best Warren Buffett stocks to buy with $10,000 in 2025

| Brett Schafer

Here are three stocks legendary investor Warren Buffett owns at Berkshire Hathaway.

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Resources Shares

Core Lithium share price bounces as restart study progresses

| Bernd Struben

The Core Lithium share price is now up 11% in 2025.

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