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Here's why Macquarie Group Ltd has fallen 3.2% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) has fallen heavier than each of its four larger rivals. Here's why…

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Here's why these 4 ASX blue-chip stocks were hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) are acting as a heavy drag on the overall share…

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3 reasons why the big four banks are being hammered today

| Mike King

The S&P/ASX 200 is down 0.8%, but the big four banks are being hammered

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Here's why Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd is stuck in a trading halt

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd (ASX:LNG) has entered a trading halt as the company undertakes a capital raising.

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Should you join Andrew Forrest in Atlas Iron Limited's equity raising?

| Brendon Lau

Atlas Iron Limited (ASX:AGO) may be revived as a "zombie" even as it avoids bankruptcy with Fortescue Metals Group Limited's…

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2015's top 5 blue chips and 5 more to buy soon

| Andrew Mudie

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) looks expensive, is it time to buy SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK)?

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Here's why Crown Resorts Ltd is falling today

| Andrew Mudie

Crown Resorts Ltd sinks below $13, now could be the ideal time to jump in!

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South32 Ltd debuts at $2.13: Here's what every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) has made its long-awaited debut on the ASX, while BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has plunged almost 7%.

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2 dividend stocks I'd buy before Macquarie Group Ltd

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) has been powering its profits higher in recent times but I'd take APA Group (ASX:APA) and…

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From foolish to Foolish: An investing journey to remember

| Joshua Anderson

From trying to find the magic shortcut to riches to sustainably building wealth through shares. Here's a rundown of my…

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Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd: An in-depth analysis

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Investors remain cautious over Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL)'s future. Is the stock a bargain, or are investors right to stay…

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Who else wants 5 bustling dividend stocks?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Scentre Group (ASX:SCG), Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW), Ardent Leisure Group (ASX:AAD) and National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) have big dividends on…

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Here's why BHP Billiton Limited has been slammed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares have fallen by nearly 6% early in today's session.

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DuluxGroup Limited posts solid result: Is this a buying opportunity?

| Brendon Lau

DuluxGroup Limited's (ASX:DLX) half year result was not bad at all, but it did raise questions about whether the stock…

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Is Sirtex Medical Limited a takeover target?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) could be back on the radar of German-based multinational Bayer. Click to find out more….

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Agribusiness Elders Ltd reports half-year results: What you need to know

| Tom Richardson

Elders Ltd (ASX:ELD) offers investors potential exposure to the much talked about Dining Boom.

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Dividend Shares to Beat A Share Market Crash

| Andrew Page

At times like these, when market corrections seem imminent, it can be tempting to sell out and wait for the…

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

| Mike King

S&P/ASX 200 opens down 0.3%

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3 dividend stocks to beat the low interest rate environment

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

With the RBA poised to cut interest rates further, and the Big Banks and Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) trading at…

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Morning market movers: 12 stocks to watch

| Brendon Lau

Traders are expecting a flat open for our market, but news from DuluxGroup Limited (ASX:DLX) and the market debut of…

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Carsales.com Limited, Insurance Australia Group Ltd and Virtus Health Ltd: Is it time to buy?

| Simon Chan

Carsales.com Limited (ASX:CAR), Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) and Virtus Health Ltd (ASX:VRT) may look cheap, but should you invest?

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Did you catch these major events in the market last week?

| Sean O'Neill

Last week’s action, and a recap of happenings at National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB), Vocus Communications Limited (ASX:VOC), ResMed Inc.…

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Is the RBA poised to cut interest rates again?

| Bruce Jackson

The high Aussie dollar and slowing domestic economy looks likely to force Glenn Steven to cut interest rates even further.

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What China's Slowdown Means for Investors

| Joe Magyer

Remember that "China is slowing down thing?" It's happening. Here's what it means for you and our team at Motley…

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Is it time to buy Woolworths Limited, Telstra Corporation Ltd and Westpac Banking Corp?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Is it time to to buy, hold or sell Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW), Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and Westpac Banking Corp…

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Singapore Telecommunications Ltd (CHESS) reports: What you need to know

| Tom Richardson

Singapore Telecommunications Ltd (CHESS) (ASX:SGT) as the owner of Optus will exit the ASX soon.

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Read this before you buy a single Commonwealth Bank of Australia share

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) made a slight recovery this week. Is it the beginning of a great recovery?

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Here's why National Australia Bank Ltd is on the nose today

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) have fallen hard after going ex-dividend.

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Is Medical Developments International Ltd set to post blockbuster returns?

| Mitch Sonogan

Medical Developments International Ltd (ASX:MVP) is aggressively expanding its pain management drug Penthrox into international markets.

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3 things successful investors do that regular investors don't

| Regan Pearson

No, you don't have to own shares in Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA)!

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Don't miss out! Your last chance to buy BHP Billiton Limited and get your South32 shares

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares will begin life without South32 on Monday. Don't miss your chance to buy!

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Atlas Iron Limited to re-start production: What you need to know

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Embattled iron ore miner, Atlas Iron Limited (ASX: AGO), plans to restart production and lower costs dramatically.

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4 ASX stocks that are smashing the S&P/ASX 200 today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS), ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) and Amcom Telecommunications Limited (ASX:AMM) are three companies that are making the headlines…

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PAS Group Ltd soars 33%: Here's why

| Mike King

Retailer PAS Group Ltd (ASX:PGR) provides positive trading update. Get the details here

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Is PS&C Ltd the best IT stock for growth and dividends?

| Brendon Lau

It's the lesser known information technology services stocks that have been delivering super-size returns lately. But there's one stock that…

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Is it time to buy National Australia Bank Ltd, Rio Tinto Limited and Macquarie Group Ltd?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Are the big dividends of National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB), Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) enough…

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Here's why Metcash Limited has soared 12% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS) has struggled against Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and Coles recently, but the market certainly likes its latest announcement.

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3 great ASX stocks to buy at cheap prices

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has fallen nearly 5%, and companies like Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD) and QBE Insurance Group…

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Budget winners: AP Eagers Ltd and Automotive Holdings Group Ltd

| Mike King

Motor groups AP Eagers Ltd (ASX:APE) and Automotive Holdings Group Ltd (ASX:AHG) big winners as small business splash out on…

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

| Mike King

The S&P/ASX 200 jumps, following strong leads from Wall Street overnight

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