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Is TPG Telecom Ltd set to shirtfront Amcom Telecommunications Limited?

| Tom Richardson

The gloves are off in the battle for market share between Vocus Communications Limited (ASX:VOC), M2 Group Ltd (ASX:MTU) and…

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6 ASX stocks smashed as All Ordinaries tumbles

| Mike King

All Ordinaries drops 1.2%, but these 6 have been crunched

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Is OceanaGold Corporation set to explode after today's results?

| Sean O'Neill

Do all-in costs of just $630/oz from OceanaGold Corporation (ASX:OGC) make it a discounted bargain for investors?

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Stuck on 2.5% interest? Buy these 3 dividend stocks instead

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Why invest in term deposits offering just 2.5% when you can get a big and reliable dividend cheque from Challenger…

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TPG Telecom Ltd shakes up the telecommunications sector: Here's what every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Australia’s telecommunications industry has had a major shakeup today after TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM) increased its stake in Amcom Telecommunications…

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18 stocks to move the market this morning

| Brendon Lau

We are likely to see banks and mining stocks drag the market further from the elusive 6,000 mark but a…

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2 bargain ASX stocks I'd buy today: Collection House Limited and Credit Corp Group Limited

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Collection House Ltd (ASX:CLH) today reaffirmed its guidance, whilst Credit Corp Group Limited (ASX:CCP) is being tipped to grow profits…

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

| Mike King

S&P/ASX 200 crashes down 1.2%, following yesterday's huge fall

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Is it time to buy Ten Network Holdings Limited shares?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Ten Network Holdings Limited (ASX:TEN) shares have risen after the company reported its first-half results to the market.

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Is Fortescue Metals Group Limited set for a big fall?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) has enjoyed a strong rally, but that might not be sustainable.

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Could the big four banks really issue shares at a time of record profitability?

| Sean O'Neill

More importantly if they do, should you take up shares in Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC),…

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3 companies at 52-week lows: Are they a turnaround story?

| Sean O'Neill

Is the worst over for MaxiTRANS Industries Limited (ASX:MXI), Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) and Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS)?

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What makes Technology One Limited a top performer?

| Matt Brazier

The share price of Technology One Limited (ASX:TNE) has risen 360% in five years. What is its secret?

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Here's why gold miners like EVOLUTION FPO are raking in the cash

| Regan Pearson

"EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN) is making a lot of money at these prices" – Executive Chariman Jake Klein said.

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Aurizon Holdings Ltd reports: Is the stock a buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX:AZJ) is one of Australia's biggest companies, but is it a safe bet for your money?

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3 things every Senex Energy Ltd investor must know today

| Regan Pearson

Investors are running from Senex Energy Ltd (ASX:SXY). Is now the time to buy?

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Turbo boost your dividends with Telstra Corporation Ltd, Australia and New Zealand Banking Group and Scentre Group Ltd

| Peter Stephens

These 3 stocks could have a positive impact on your income: Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS), Australia and New Zealand Banking…

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Seven West Media Ltd enters trading halt: Is it a bargain?

| Tom Richardson

Seven West Media Ltd (ASX:SWM) is facing some headwinds.

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Is it time to buy Woolworths Limited, Telstra Corporation Ltd and Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The S&P/ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) (Index:^AXJO) fell over 109 points, or 1.83% today - Is it time to go shopping for…

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Here's why the S&P/ASX 200 was slammed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG), Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) and Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) were amongst the heaviest hit…

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Here's why Resolute Mining Limited shares soared 10%

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of African-Australian gold miner, Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG), have jumped on the back of its quarterly results announcement.

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SEEK Limited ramps up global expansion: Is it time to jump on board?

| Tom Richardson

SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) is growing into Africa and India.

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5 things you need to know about BT Investment Management Ltd's half year report

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of BT Investment Management Ltd (ASX:BTT) have continued to trade flat despite a large fall in half-year profit.

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3 announcements that surprised the market today

| Sean O'Neill

Should you sell Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) and Sims Metal Management Ltd (ASX:SGM)? Many others are.

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3 top growth and income stocks to generate 10% per annum

| Sean O'Neill

Defy the doomsayers with stocks like G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM), Lifehealthcare Group Ltd (ASX:LHC), and Challenger Ltd (ASX:CGF).

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Fortescue Metals Group Limited: How high can a dead cat bounce?

| Tim McArthur

Shareholders of Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) will be pleased with the share price performance over the past month, but…

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Here's why Senex Energy Ltd crashed 8% today

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of Cooper Basin oil and gas producer, Senex Energy Ltd (ASX:SXY) have fallen 8% following the release of its…

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3 discounted dividend stocks to boost your retirement income

| Sean O'Neill

Retiring soon? Retired? Take a closer look at FlexiGroup Limited (ASX:FXL), Collection House Limited (ASX:CLH), and Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW).

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Here's why Insurance Australia Group Ltd shares were slammed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) shares are on the nose today, and QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) and Suncorp Group…

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This is how you beat the lowest ever yields in human history

| Bruce Jackson

No longer can you park your money in a safe term deposit and earn a decent rate of interest.

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Hungry for bargains? 4 stocks you need to consider

| Tim McArthur

Elders Ltd (ASX:ELD), Huon Aquaculture Group Ltd (ASX:HUO), Ruralco Holdings Ltd (ASX:RHL), and Tassal Group Limited (ASX:TGR) have a positive…

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Is Wesfarmers Ltd's quarterly result a bad omen for Woolworths Limited?

| Brendon Lau

There's not much to dislike about Wesfarmers Ltd's (ASX:WES) quarterly sales results - unless you are a shareholder in Woolworths…

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Genworth Mortgage Insurance Australia shares plummet on report: Here's why

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of Genworth Mortgage Insurance Australia (ASX:GMA) have traded sharply lower following its earnings announcement.

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3 companies making major acquisitions: Is it too late to buy?

| Sean O'Neill

Should you buy into Capitol Health Ltd. (ASX:CAJ), M2 Group Ltd (ASX:MTU), and Freelancer Ltd (ASX:FLN)?

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3 reasons not to buy Commonwealth Bank of Australia today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) has had an incredible run, but can the rally really continue?

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Will increased capital requirements put an end to the big banks' party?

| Joshua Anderson

David Murray's Financial Systems Inquiry and the upcoming Basel IV global banking standards are set to hit Australia & New…

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Here's why Recall Holdings Ltd agreed to Iron Mountain Inc's $2.7 billion takeover

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The board of Recall Holdings Ltd (ASX:REC) is recommending a revised takeover by US-based Iron Mountain Inc for shares and…

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Australian dollar jumps above US80c: Here's how you can profit

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD) and CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) are well positioned to profit from a lower Australian dollar.

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

| Mike King

S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX: XJO) dips 0.2% in early trading

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MYOB Limited returns to ASX: Here's what you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

MYOB Limited (ASX:MYO) will return to the ASX next week, but is it a match for XERO FPO NZ (ASX:XRO)?

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