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Santos Ltd's share price soars on news of takeover offer

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) has labelled a takeover offer from Scepter Partners as 'opportunistic'.

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Should you buy Super Retail Group Ltd today?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Super Retail Group Limited (ASX:SUL) provided a trading update on Wednesday

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BT Investment Management Ltd owns these growth stocks: Do you?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

BT Investment Management Ltd (ASX:BTT) likes the look of Yellow Brick Road Holdings Ltd (ASX:YBR), RCG Corporation Limited (ASX:RCG) and…

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Everyone loves a sale (except investors)

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

When Mr Market puts shares on sale, many investors frantically head for the exits in a state of panic.

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Is there any value to be found in Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd., Treasury Wine Estates Ltd and Reject Shop Ltd?

| Sean O'Neill

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd. (ASX:DMP), Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE), and Reject Shop Ltd (ASX:TRS) hit their highest points all…

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4 dividend stocks that are a better alternative to the big 4 banks

| Christopher Georges

Stocks like Tassal Group Limited (ASX:TGR) and BWP Trust (ASX:BWP) may be better long-term income stocks than the big four…

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Is it time to pounce on Telstra Corporation Ltd, Origin Energy Ltd, and Nearmap Ltd?

| Sean O'Neill

Here’s why Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS), Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG), and Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) hit their lowest point all year…

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Morning market movers: 10 stocks to watch

| Brendon Lau

Our market is expected to come under pressure on negative offshore leads as investors eye Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) and BHP…

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Dividend report card: Ramsay Health Care Limited

| Peter Stephens

Does Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC) have real income potential?

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Should you buy National Australia Bank Ltd. or Scentre Group Ltd?

| Peter Stephens

Do these 2 stocks offer an appealing risk/reward ratio? National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) and Scentre Group Ltd (ASX:SCG).

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4 stocks climbing higher on the ASX today

| Mike King

S&P/ASX 200 gains 0.2%, but these 4 jumped 7% or more

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4 ASX stocks sliding today

| Mike King

S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries soars 1% higher, but these 4 stocks slumped

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Market Wrap: Stars align as ASX rebounds

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) led the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) to a surprise recovery.

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Brokers pick 2 conviction stocks to buy now

| Brendon Lau

There are two outperforming stocks that are well placed to run even higher due to growing tailwinds. The stocks are…

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CSL Limited, ResMed Inc. or Ramsay Health Care Limited: Which is the best stock to buy now?

| Mitch Sonogan

Which is the best investment - CSL Limited (ASX:CSL), ResMed Inc. (CHESS), or Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC)?

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2 reasons to watch Woolworths Limited shares VERY closely

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) is up against it, but offers a big dividend and its shares appear well priced.

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Should you buy Capitol Health Ltd?

| Rachit Dudhwala

Here's why I think Capitol Health Ltd (ASX:CAJ) should be your next buy.

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Why fund managers should be next under the spotlight

| Mike King

Will the government turn to superannuation fund managers next and review their fees?

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Why the Prophecy International Holdings Limited share price soared today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Prophecy International Holdings Limited (ASX:PRO) has risen nearly 460% over the last 12 months.

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Financial Advice for My New Son

| Motley Fool Staff

Learn the skill of changing your mind, discarding old beliefs and replacing them with new truths.

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BHP Billiton Limited share price jumps on latest production report

| Brendon Lau

While September quarter production of most commodities were slightly ahead of expectations, it's the fact that BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:…

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Why the private health insurers are failing millions of Australians

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Medibank Private Ltd (ASX:MPL) and NIB Holdings Limited (ASX:NHF) could both use this to gain an edge over competition.

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Medibank Private Ltd CEO departs: Here's why

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Medibank Private Ltd's (ASX:MPL) George Savvides will leave the helm early, following a successful initial public offering in 2014.

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Is Woolworths Limited set to dump Masters?

| Tom Richardson

More speculation has arisen about the future of Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW).

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Brokers next on the hit list

| Mike King

Government and regulators target mortgage brokers and stockbrokers remuneration models

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4 top fully franked dividend stocks to buy and 2 to avoid

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) mightn't be your best option for solid dividend yields…

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Origin Energy Ltd announces big strategic shift

| Sean O'Neill

Following on from AGL Energy Ltd’s (ASX:AGL) announcement earlier this year, Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG) has announced it will not…

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Morning market movers: 12 stocks to watch

| Brendon Lau

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) will be taking the spotlight with its quarterly update but don't take your eyes off Macquarie…

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3 reasons to buy Australia and New Zealand Banking Group

| Peter Stephens

Buying shares in Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) could be a smart move.

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Dividend report card: Woolworths Limited

| Peter Stephens

Should you buy Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) for its income appeal?

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Is this the cheapest retail stock on the ASX?

| Mike King

This retailer may suck, but the current share price may be an opportunity

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Market Wrap: ASX falls as government responds to Financial System Inquiry

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) dragged on the market after commodity prices fell.

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2 small dividend-paying companies hidden in the industrial sector

| Mitch Sonogan

Searching amongst the smaller businesses and unloved sectors of the ASX will often provide great investment ideas, such as these…

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Australians big winners from Financial System Inquiry

| Mike King

Lots of good news for many Australians in government response to the Financial System Inquiry

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Will BHP Billiton Limited quit its dual-listing structure?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) position on the London stock exchange is once again the topic of debate.

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Why the Pro Medicus Limited share price has been soaring higher

| Tom Richardson

Pro Medicus Limited (ASX:PME) has nearly tripled in value in 2015.

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3 obvious reasons to own CSL Limited shares

| Owen Raszkiewicz

CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) is a defensive but growing business with international exposure.

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Cochlear Limited updates market: Is it still a bargain?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) is on track to meeting its internal targets and boosting profits over its 2014 financial year.

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Credit card fees to be crushed

| Mike King

Consumers to get better deal on credit card payments

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Why investing in 'Unicorn' tech startups is a dangerous way to make money

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

1-Page Ltd (ASX:1PG) and Freelancer Ltd (ASX:FLN) are both soaring in price.

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