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Why these 4 ASX stocks are soaring higher today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Regis Resources Limited (ASX:RRL) and Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd (ASX:NEC) are amongst the market's top-performing stocks today.

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Did you miss these two big moves?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

98% of the world’s investment opportunities are overseas. It’s time for more Australians to take the opportunity.

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Why Netcomm Wireless Ltd is in the box seat for the digital future

| Brendon Lau

The National Broadband Network's fixed wireless service is found to be among the best when compared to 21 other countries.…

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Jumbo Interactive Ltd hits the jackpot on earnings guidance

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Jumbo Interactive Ltd (ASX:JIN) has surged higher today following a successful 2015 financial year.

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3 stocks at 52-week lows – can they turn it around?

| Sean O'Neill

Here’s why Sims Metal Management Ltd (ASX:SGM), FONTERRA ORD UNIT (ASX:FSF), and Cabcharge Australia Limited (ASX:CAB) have hit their lowest…

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Santos Ltd slides as quarterly revenue takes a hit: What investors need to know

| Brendon Lau

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) is underperforming the sector this morning after it reported a close to 20% drop in revenue in…

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Is Lynas Corporation Limited back in the buy zone?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of Lynas Corporation Limited (ASX:LYC) soared 24% following a positive cash flow result.

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Is Mount Gibson Limited good value or a value trap?

| Mike King

With a market cap of $223 million and a net cash balance of $334 million, is Mount Gibson Limited (ASX:MGX)…

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Juice your returns with Retail Food Group Limited today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Retail Food Group Limited (ASX:RFG) has lost nearly a third of its market value over the last four months.

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Macquarie Group Ltd vs Insurance Australia Group Ltd: Which is the better growth stock?

| Sean O'Neill

Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) appears better in the near-term, while Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) looks like a better long-term…

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3 stocks soaring into the stratosphere – have you missed the boat?

| Sean O'Neill

Here’s why Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL), 1-Page Ltd (ASX:1PG), and a bunch of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) hit their highest point all…

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Morning market movers: 11 stocks to watch

| Brendon Lau

Our market will be buoyed this morning by strong offshore leads while Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) and Sonic Healthcare Limited (ASX:SHL)…

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4 high growth stocks that could help you retire earlier

| Christopher Georges

Stocks like Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) and Capitol Health Ltd (ASX:CAJ) could help you achieve impressive returns.

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Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd, ResMed Inc. (CHESS) or Somnomed Limited: Which should you buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX:FPH), ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) and Somnomed Limited (ASX:SOM) all manufacture devices to treat…

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The Good Guys succumbs to digital reality

| Mike King

Consumer appliances retailer Good Guys drops its 'cash price promise'

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Iron ore competition intensifies: Will the junior iron ore miners survive?

| Sean O'Neill

Brazilian miner Vale SA announced this week it was cutting 25 million tonnes from production, while Mount Gibson Iron Limited…

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Should you buy Automotive Group Holdings Ltd?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Automotive Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:AHG) has retreated more than 11% over the last six weeks, and could be worth a…

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Woodside Petroleum Limited sees revenues crash: What it means for dividends

| Sean O'Neill

Although it took longer than usual, Woodside Petroleum Ltd (ASX:WPL) is finally feeling the pain from lower oil and gas…

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Ardent Leisure Group: An investor's guide

| John Hopkins

Ardent Leisure Group (ASX:AAD) has reached the crossroads. What does it do now with its underperforming divisions?

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Are National Australia Bank Ltd and Westpac Banking Corp shares cheap?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) and Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) are up 5% and 7% in just one month!

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Is it time to buy Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) hit a new two-month high. Is there more to come?

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Part 3 – Iron Ore

| Mitch Sonogan

Part 3 of this extensive series looks into the iron ore industry including the major companies and some of the…

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6 stocks soaring higher on the ASX

| Mike King

ALL ORDINARIES (ASX: XAO) gains 0.5%, but these 6 soared more than 5%

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Should you take a bite of the Costa Group Holdings Limited IPO?

| Motley Fool Staff

Costa Group Holdings Limited (ASX:CGC) is a market-leading supplier of fresh fruit and vegetables, but is it a market-leading investment?

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Is Telstra Corporation Ltd overvalued?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) shares are up 5% this month, but one investment bank just said they're worth 18% less…

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Should you buy ASX Ltd?

| Tom Richardson

Is ASX Ltd (ASX:ASX) a good option for a healthy income and organic growth potential?

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Why these 4 ASX stocks are climbing today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) and G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM) are generating plenty of interest today

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Why Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd shares soared this week

| Owen Raszkiewicz

I think Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) shares are still very cheap.

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5 big-name ASX stocks getting hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Primary Health Care Limited (ASX:PRY) and Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) are amongst the market's biggest losers today.

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Have we found some hidden gems in Australia's A-REIT sector?

| Mike King

A sweep through the S&P/ASX 200 listed A-REIT sector delivers 3 companies worthy of a closer look

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Woolworths Limited climbs 5% in a week: Is it still a buy?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) shares have bounced back strongly from recent weakness.

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5 reasons why I can't get excited about Super Retail Group Ltd

| Christopher Georges

There are a number of headwinds facing the Australian economy and Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX:SUL) might struggle to weather…

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Here's why Orthocell Ltd skyrocketed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Orthocell Ltd (ASX:OCC) is a promising small-cap company that provides innovative approaches to the regeneration of tendon, cartilage and soft…

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QBE Insurance Group Ltd sells US business: What you need to know

| Andrew Mudie

QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) will book a $120 million loss but it could be a good thing for investors…

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Grelief rally continues for S&P/ASX 200: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has extended its rally with National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB), Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and…

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Should you bet on Crown Resorts Ltd and SKYCITY Entertainment Group Limited-Ord?

| Christopher Georges

Crown Resorts Ltd (ASX:CWN) and SKYCITY Entertainment Group Limited (ASX:SKC) could be the long term winners you need for your…

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Is Primary Health Care Limited a bargain after today's big crash?

| Brendon Lau

Primary Health Care Limited (ASX:PRY) is the worst performer on the S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX: XJO) this morning after…

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3 ASX stocks to profit from a falling Australian dollar

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD), Amcor Limited (ASX: AMC) and ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) should all benefit from a weaker currency.

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AP Eagers Ltd zooms higher on earnings update: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

AP Eagers Ltd's (ASX:APE) news should also bode well for Automotive Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:AHG).

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Is Rio Tinto Limited's production shortfall a blessing in disguise?

| Brendon Lau

The iron ore giant cut its full year production guidance as its June quarter output fell short of expectations. But…

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