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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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REITs

Real estate making a comeback? 2 ASX REITs rated as top buys

| Zach Bristow

Is now the to look at ASX real estate names?

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Gold

Why is this ASX 200 gold stock crashing 8%?

| James Mickleboro

What is weighing on this gold miner today? Let's find out.

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Earnings Results

This ASX 200 stock is rising on $148m half-year profit

| James Mickleboro

Another record result was recorded for Peter Alexander but Smiggle is struggling.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 113% in a year, guess which ASX 200 healthcare stock just scored another FDA win

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 healthcare stock received another FDA approval for its cancer detection product.

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ETFs

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (VHY) a buy after the stock market sell-off?

| Tristan Harrison

Are high-yield stocks the answer after the volatility?

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Healthcare Shares

Telix shares slip 11% from highs. Time to buy this high flying biotech?

| Zach Bristow

Is now the time to look at the biotech flyer?

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Broker Notes

Guess which $31bn ASX 200 share is a top buy after the selloff

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has given its verdict on this blue chip after recent weakness.

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ETFs

See a big future for cybersecurity? Check out this ASX ETF

| Tristan Harrison

This fund could offer investors both defensive earnings and growth.

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ESG

Impact investing with Fortescue shares

| Steve Holland

Is investing in Fortescue shares ethical?

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ETFs

Can't decide which big four bank? You don't have to with this ASX ETF

| James Mickleboro

This fund gives investors easy access to the banking sector.

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How to invest

Worried about market timing? Try dollar cost averaging with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

This simple strategy can help remove the stress of investing and build significant wealth.

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Dividend Investing

Buy BHP, Rio Tinto, and this ASX dividend share

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named these three shares as buys for income investors.

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Share Market News

Up nearly 1,000% in 5 years, can this ASX company go higher?

| Laura Stewart

Even after its recent run, this ASX company is showing no signs of slowing down. 

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ETFs

ASX ETFs: The one-stop shop for diversification

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be great options for investors wanting to diversify their portfolio.

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Broker Notes

3 super ASX 200 stocks to buy after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Wilsons thinks that these shares are buys after recent weakness.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

When will Star Entertainment shares begin trading again?

| Bronwyn Allen

Some deadlines in the financial rescue plan provide clues as to when the stock may resume trading.

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ETFs

VGS ETF: The case for geographical diversification

| James Mickleboro

Want to look beyond the ASX for your investments? This could be the way to do it.

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Growth Shares

5 top ASX stocks to buy now with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are recommending these stocks as top buys right now.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's why JP Morgan has just upgraded JB Hi-Fi shares to a 'buy'

| Sebastian Bowen

Buyers are flocking to this stock...

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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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Dividend Investing

Invested $10,000 in ANZ shares 5 years ago? Here's how much passive income you've earned!

| Bernd Struben

ANZ is popular among passive income investors for its history of reliable dividend payments.

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Technology Shares

2 ASX tech shares that are screaming buys right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think these two stocks have a compelling future.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX bounced back with a vengeance today.

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ETFs

Why ASX ETFs are a threat to small-cap funds

| Bronwyn Allen

Experts are concerned about investment capital inflows.

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Share Market News

Why these ASX 200 bank bosses fear RBA interest rate cuts could be over

| Bernd Struben

The RBA will announce its next interest rate decision on 1 April.

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ETFs

Who is buying ASX Cash ETFs this month?

| Sebastian Bowen

As uncertainty rises, so too are cash ETFs.

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Broker Notes

Top broker says these ASX 200 stocks are buys following the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is recommending following recent weakness.

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Communication Shares

TPG share price higher following ACCC decision

| Bronwyn Allen

TPG shares are lifting on Thursday after the ACCC issued a statement regarding a proposed asset sale to Vocus Group.

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Dividend Investing

Looking to bank the boosted New Hope dividend? You better hurry!

| Bernd Struben

Out for passive income and hoping to score the increased New Hope dividend? Read on.

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How to invest

How ASX investors can tap into the rise of private credit

| Sebastian Bowen

There are a few private credit investments listed on the ASX.

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Share Gainers

Why Arafura, Challenger, Nanosonics, and TPG shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Brickworks, Judo Capital, Kelsian, and Myer shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling on Thursday. But why? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 investors embrace strong Aussie jobs data despite interest rate risks

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are embracing the strong employment figures. But what about interest rate risks?

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International Stock News

Stock market sell-off: Here's why history says investors shouldn't hit the panic button

| Stefon Walters

The U.S. stock market has had a rough start to 2025, with all three major indexes down through March 17.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 200% in a year! Why is this ASX healthcare stock rocketing today?

| James Mickleboro

This stock just can't stop rising. What is it this time?

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Dividend Investing

These buy-rated ASX dividend stocks offer big yields and major upside

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Bell Potter think huge total returns could be on offer with these stocks.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy share flickers on $87 million news

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 company aims to reduce its debt burden.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Here's why the Cleanaway share price rocketed 8% today

| Sebastian Bowen

Cleanaway shares surged on some big news this morning.

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Technology Shares

Down more than 15% from their peak, is it time to buy Xero shares?

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts think that now is a good time to invest in this tech stock?

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International Stock News

Tesla stock is down by 50%. Time to buy?

| Lawrence Nga

Tesla stock is not for the faint-hearted.

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