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Here's why the ASX 200 was crushed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) shares were slammed today.

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Fortescue Metals share price sinks despite more debt repayments

| Mike King

Falling iron ore price overshadows another debt repayment by Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX: FMG)

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4 shares climbing higher on the ASX today

| James Mickleboro

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has been having an off day today, but that didn’t stop 1-Page Ltd (ASX:1PG) and…

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Here's what the $1.6 million Super cap means to you (including your SMSF)

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

The ATO will still be very kind to savers.

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Why these 4 shares are getting crushed on the ASX today

| Christopher Georges

Some of today's biggest losers include BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Cover-More Group Ltd (ASX:CVO).

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Is there something amiss at Surfstitch Group Ltd?

| Mike King

Uncertainty surrounds the future of retailer Surfstitch Ltd (ASX:SRF)

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Is there any value in Newcrest Mining Limited, Scentre Group Ltd, and Sydney Airport Limited?

| Sean O'Neill

Here's why Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM), Scentre Group Ltd (ASX:SCG), and Sydney Airport Limited (ASX:SYD) hit their highest points all…

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Rio Tinto Limited shareholders: Watch out below!

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) share price has tumbled 4.5% lower today on poor China data overnight.

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Woolworths Limited shares slammed on credit rating downgrade

| James Mickleboro

Are Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) shares too cheap to refuse?

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Why the Cover-More Group Ltd share price was slammed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Cover-More Group Ltd (ASX:CVO) share price hit a new all-time low today.

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Should Wesfarmers Ltd shares be a core portfolio holding?

| Tim McArthur

Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) business mix is a key attraction for investors looking for share portfolio diversification.

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3 small-cap shares with fast-growing dividends

| Christopher Georges

The hunt for yield looks like it could be on again following another interest rate cut.

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Is Telstra Corporation Ltd your best bet for dividends?

| Tim McArthur

Telstra Corporation Ltd's (ASX:TLS) income yield might be even better than 5.5%.

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Don't discount Bellamy's Australia Ltd, Blackmores Limited or a2 Milk Company shares yet

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL), Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) and a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia (ASX:A2M) have all turned into the market's…

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Australians to pay GST on low value imports from next year

| Mike King

Books bought from Amazon will have the GST applied to them from July 1, 2017, as will many other goods…

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4 key takeaways from the QBE Insurance Group Ltd AGM today

| Tim McArthur

QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) shares have gained in an otherwise soft market.

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BHP Billiton Limited shares slammed on reports of $58.2 billion lawsuit

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) share price has crashed more than 7%.

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Venture capitalists name Australia's best tech shares to buy now

| Tom Richardson

3P Learning Ltd (ASX:3PL) and Catapult Group Ltd (ASX:CAT) are among the best.

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3 reasons to be wary of ANZ Banking Group and Westpac Banking Corp shares

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) and Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) reported their results earlier this week.

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4 reasons why Australia and New Zealand Banking Group shares soared 5.6% on Tuesday

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) shares defied all expectations.

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Winners and losers from the 2016 Federal Budget

| Mike King

Australians with large superannuation balances hit in federal budget

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S&P/ASX 200 set to open lower: 9 shares to watch

| Owen Raszkiewicz

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

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The bargain hunter's guide to 1300 Smiles Ltd

| Edward Vesely (TMFEdV)

1300 Smiles (ASX:ONT) continues its methodical approach to acquisitions.

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3 ASX shares with fortress like fundamentals

| Motley Fool Staff

Finding stocks that have features that can’t be replicated is a good way to invest and Trade Me Group Ltd…

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Now could be the time to load up on Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd shares

| James Mickleboro

The Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) share price has declined by over 10% in the last 30 days. Is…

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Here's why the ASX 200 skyrocketed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) soared despite a disappointing earnings result

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RBA cuts cash rates: 4 high-yield shares to profit

| Tom Richardson

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) are two good options for income seekers.

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4 small cap shares slammed on the market today

| Mike King

S&P/ASX 300 soars but these four small companies saw their share prices sink

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Rate cut will spur Australian property market higher

| Mike King

Rate cut could see house prices rise over the remainder of 2016

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3 shares to avoid in a housing market downturn

| James Mickleboro

Building approvals improved in March month-on-month, but are still down 6.5% year-on-year. Nick Scali Limited (ASX:NCK) is one of three…

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RBA cuts interest rates to 1.75%: Here's what you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) shares are flying after the decision.

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4 shares smashing the market today

| Sean O'Neill

Is there more where that came from for Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ), Mobile Embrace Ltd (ASX:MBE), Lifehealthcare…

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Are bank shares a bargain?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ), Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC), National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) and Commonwealth Bank of…

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Why the Yowie Group Ltd share price is rocketing today

| Sean O'Neill

Is today's announcement a 'buy' signal for Yowie Group Ltd (ASX:YOW)?

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Why these 4 shares are getting hammered today

| Christopher Georges

A number of companies are being hammered today following the release of worse than expected market updates.

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iCar Asia Ltd & Carsales.Com Ltd: 2 shares that could motor higher

| Sean O'Neill

Is it time to buy iCar Asia Ltd (ASX:ICQ) and Carsales.Com Ltd (ASX:CAR)?

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SMS Management & Technology share price sinks: Here's why

| Mike King

SMS Management & Technology Limited (ASX:SMX) share price falls 15%

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Buy these 4 ASX dividend shares before you buy the banks

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) has just cut its dividend.

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Wipeout! Surfstitch Group Ltd shares plunge 56% on shock downgrade

| Sean O'Neill

Surfstitch Group Ltd (ASX:SRF) shareholders might want to look away now.

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Mobile Embrace Ltd jumps 13% on earnings upgrade: Is it a buy?

| Sean O'Neill

Shares in Mobile Embrace Ltd (ASX:MBE) are now up 63% for the year.

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