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Why these 4 shares are getting hammered today

| Christopher Georges

Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) and Regis Healthcare Ltd (ASX:REG) are just two of today's biggest losers.

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How Amazon's record share price shows Australians what shares to buy

| Tom Richardson

The digital economy continues to explode led higher by the likes of Amazon.com and its record share price.

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3 reasons why the Qantas Airways Limited share price has dropped 26% this year

| Mike King

Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) share price comes back to earth

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These 3 ASX mining shares are up over 100%

| James Mickleboro

Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) is one of three mining shares that are up over 100% so far in 2016. Should…

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2 ASX blue-chip shares with turnaround potential

| Christopher Georges

Investors shouldn't write-off Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) or Crown Resorts Ltd (ASX:CWN) just yet.

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Aged care operators' share prices smashed

| Mike King

Aged care operators face zero earnings growth according to some analysts

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The bargain hunter's guide to Amaysim Australia Ltd

| Tom Richardson

Amaysim Australia Ltd (ASX:AYS) is a small-cap telco posting some decent growth.

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Platinum Asset Management Limited, Henderson Group plc, Magellan Financial Group Ltd: Should you buy?

| Tim McArthur

Shares in Platinum Asset Management Limited (ASX:PTM), Henderson Group plc (ASX:HGG) and Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) are starting to…

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Is it too late to buy shares in TPG Telecom Ltd, Cochlear Limited and Challenger Ltd?

| Tim McArthur

TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM), Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) and Challenger Ltd (ASX:CGF) might still be in the buy zone despite hitting…

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Can these 3 ASX shares keep beating the index in June?

| James Mickleboro

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) posted a strong 2.4% gain in May, but this was nothing compared to AWE Limited…

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S&P/ASX 200 set to lift: 7 shares to watch

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is expected to trade lower following mixed leads from international markets. Shares in focus will…

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3 attractive shares with dividends that could double

| James Mickleboro

Could Altium Limited (ASX:ALU) be one of the best dividend shares on the ASX in a few years?

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3 simple investing strategies for a happy retirement

| Mike King

Implement these 3 strategies and your portfolio will almost certainly beat the market

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Top stock picks for June

| Motley Fool Staff

Appen Ltd (ASX:APX), Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT), iSentia Group Ltd (ASX:ISD) and Capitol Health Ltd (ASX:CAJ) are among…

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Here's why these 4 ASX shares got slammed today

| James Mickleboro

It has been a disappointing day on the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO). The energy sector was mostly to blame, but…

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S&P/ASX 200 falls as Brexit risk rises

| Tom Richardson

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX: XJO) ended the day down.

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Slammed: Sirtex Medical Limited falls 7% after shock update

| Sean O'Neill

Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) has advised investors to expect lower growth this year than previously.

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Here are 2 blue-chip stocks to buy in June

| Rachit Dudhwala

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) and Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) are two stocks to watch in June.

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Can Bunnings save Wesfarmers Ltd?

| Tim McArthur

Coles supermarkets, owned by Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) is arguably as exposed to competitive threats as Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW).

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Why these 4 shares are climbing higher today

| Christopher Georges

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) might be down by 1% but these four shares are climbing higher today.

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Mesoblast limited trading halt leaves it on the edge

| Tom Richardson

Mesoblast limited (ASX:MSB) shares will be volatile when it returns to the ASX boards.

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Sydney property values are up 13% in the past year

| Mike King

Are house prices set to soar again in 2016?

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JB Hi-Fi Limited to make $200 million from Dick Smith demise

| Mike King

JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX: JBH) could see as much as $200 million in additional annual sales

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Get rich with these 4 explosive small-cap shares

| James Mickleboro

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) is a great company, but if you want growth look at potentially explosive shares like Afterpay…

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2 shares to buy and 2 to avoid for SMSF investors

| Christopher Georges

It is time for SMSF investors to diversify away from the usual suspects if they want growth.

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Is the party over for the Santos Ltd share price?

| Tim McArthur

The run in oil shares such as Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) may have come to an end.

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ALS Ltd lining up as next takeover target

| Mike King

ALS Ltd (ASX:ALQ) could be the subject of a takeover bid after share price sinks

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Why a Brexit vote could shatter your portfolio

| Tom Richardson

Overnight opinion polls suggest a Brexit vote is a possibility.

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Slammed: 3P Learning Ltd shares sink on trading update

| Sean O'Neill

3P Learning Ltd (ASX:3PL) advised shareholders this morning that tough trading conditions are hampering growth.

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S&P/ASX 200 set to fall: 5 shares to watch

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is expected to trade lower following mixed leads from international markets. Shares in focus will…

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Iron ore sinks and is headed lower

| Mike King

Iron ore falls 0.2% overnight, but more falls appear likely

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3 things great investors do that regular investors don't

| Regan Pearson

Don't get caught out by companies like Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) and Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW).

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Is this a $500 million reason to buy Spotless Group Holdings Ltd?

| Tim McArthur

Spotless Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:SPO) could prove to be a value investment opportunity.

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Virgin Australia Holdings Ltd's share price takes off on Chinese investment

| Tim McArthur

Virgin Australia Holdings Ltd (ASX:VAH) may have just scored the upper hand on Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN).

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Here's why these 4 ASX shares are soaring today

| James Mickleboro

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) may be down a touch today, but Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) is one of four…

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S&P/ASX 200 trades flat as lithium miners go berserk

| Tom Richardson

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX: XJO) extended its losses in the afternoon.

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Another warning over apartment prices

| Mike King

Standard & Poor's warns over apartment price risks

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Virtus Health Ltd and Monash IVF Group shares sink on regulatory worries

| Sean O'Neill

Regulatory risk is on the table for two of Australia's leading IVF clinics, Virtus Health Ltd (ASX:VRT), and Monash IVF…

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What are your Transurban Group shares really worth?

| Tim McArthur

Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) is a quality business but the price you pay still matters.

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These growth shares could double over the next 12 months

| Mike King

Looking for growth stocks to supercharge your portfolio? Here are three companies that might be exactly what you're looking for

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