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Here's why the RBA might hold off cutting interest rates in May

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS), Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and the Big Four banks have all been sold off recently. Is this…

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Mining services stocks soar as iron ore price jumps

| Mike King

Is this a good sign for construction and engineering companies in the resources sector?

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

| Mike King

S&P/ASX 200 rises 0.1% in early trading

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Here's why Fortescue Metals Group Limited has skyrocketed 11% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) is trading more than 11% higher at $2.12 today. Read on to find out what…

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7 things all shareholders need to know about Newcrest Mining Limited's quarterly report

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) has grown productions whilst lowering costs.

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Iron ore surges 5.9%: Here's what every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has pulled the brakes on further expansion, which is great news for companies like Rio Tinto…

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Here's why Northern Star Resources Ltd could be a bargain

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Gold miner, Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST), has no bank debt, will meet production guidance and keep costs low.

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14 stocks that will move the market today

| Brendon Lau

A big jump in iron ore price will drive the market as a fresh round of broker recommendation changes will…

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Should you be worried about these top 10 shorted stocks?

| Andrew Mudie

Is it time to avoid Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX:MYR) and Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS)?

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Where to from here for Australian Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.? 

| Lets See

Australian Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (ASX:API) grew almost 400% in the space of 12 months. Is that too much to swallow? 

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Henderson Group plc think this Aussie small cap is a bargain

| Andrew Mudie

Henderson Group plc (ASX:HGG) has a track record of success, should you invest here too?

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3 top growth stocks set to soar: CSL Limited, QBE Insurance Group Ltd and Oil Search Limited

| Peter Stephens

These 3 stocks could be star performers: CSL Limited (ASX:CSL), QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) and Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH).

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3 top healthcare stocks for your watch list

| Matt Brazier

I’m waiting for the market to offer me bargain prices for these three stocks.

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Which is the best money manager for long-term returns?

| Tom Richardson

BTT Investment Management Ltd (ASX:BTT) and AMP Limited (ASX:AMP) are among the contenders but who is the winner?

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5 big reasons to buy Senex Energy Ltd today

| Regan Pearson

Mid-tier energy producer Senex Energy Ltd (ASX:SXY) has huge reserves and a tiny share price.

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Is it time to buy Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd, Medibank Private Ltd and Insurance Australia Group Ltd?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Is the market presenting stellar buying opportunities for shares of Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL), Medibank Private Ltd (ASX:MPL) and Insurance…

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Here's why Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares have slipped today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) shares have fallen below $91, down from a recent high of almost $97.

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Will the RBA cut rates again next month? 3 dividend stocks to buy if it acts

| Sean O'Neill

Surely not, but pundits think ‘yes’, which could see an influx of cash into dividend-paying stocks like Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW)…

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Eclipx Def Set soars 20% on market debut

| Mike King

Does this vehicle fleet management company still look cheap after 20% rise?

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

| Owen Raszkiewicz

In the past month Australian shares have been drifting lower. Should you pick up a bargain in Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW),…

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AGL Energy Ltd to transition away from coal: Here's what you need to know

| Sean O'Neill

Australia’s largest coal power generator announces plans to transition away from coal. Should you sell AGL Energy Ltd (ASX:AGL)?

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

| Sean O'Neill

Can Bluescope Steel Limited (ASX:BSL), New Hope Corporation Limited (ASX:NHC), and Greencross Limited (ASX:GXL) turn it around?

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This is how the property bubble bursts

| Bruce Jackson

There are always opportunities, whatever the market. Selling up and waiting for the next market crash is not an option,…

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Medibank Private Ltd slips to four-month low: Is it time to buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Medibank Private Ltd (ASX:MPL) is now trading closer to its IPO price.

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Why Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd is a bargain

| Mike King

Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) is one company you might not want to miss

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Here's what you need to know about Silver Lake Resources Ltd's latest results

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Junior gold miner, Silver Lake Resources Ltd (ASX:SLR) has announced a lacklustre quarterly result.

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Why GRAM will need to cough up more for PanAust Limited

| Brendon Lau

PanAust Limited (ASX:PNA) is trading firmer following its solid quarterly report. This will encourage a higher takeover bid from its…

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National Australia Bank Ltd to sell US operations: Is it time to buy?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) will sell another stake in Great Western Bancorp to focus on its core portfolio.

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Here's why these 3 stocks are soaring higher today

| Tom Richardson

iCar Asia Ltd (ASX:ICQ) and Sonic Healthcare Limited (ASX:SHL) are among today's top performers.

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5 core stocks to build a $1 million portfolio

| Mike King

These 5 blue chips should be essential holdings for any long-term investor

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Is Vision Eye Institute Ltd a takeover target?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Could Vision Eye Institute Ltd (ASX:VEI) won a big court case recently.

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Has the iron ore rebound drawn to a close?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Could Mount Gibson Iron Limited (ASX:MGX) and BC Iron Limited (ASX:BCI) soon follow the path laid by Atlas Iron Limited…

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

| Mike King

The S&P/ ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has opened 0.3% lower

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10 key things you need to know from BHP Billiton Limited's operational report

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has delivered its third-quarter operations report and even increased its full-year production guidance for iron ore!

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Independence Group NL posts solid quarter: Is it a bargain?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Diversified gold and base metals miner, Independence Group NL (ASX: IGO), has delivered another quarter of strong free cash flow.

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6 stocks you need to watch this morning

| Brendon Lau

Resource stocks will be in the spotlight after commodity prices fell overnight but its BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), Independence Group…

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3 super income stocks: AMP Limited, Woolworths Limited and National Australia Bank Ltd.

| Peter Stephens

These 3 stocks could be worth buying for their income prospects: AMP Limited (ASX:AMP), Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and National Australia…

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Beat a volatile ASX with Ramsay Health Care Limited, Wesfarmers Ltd and Transurban Group

| Peter Stephens

These 3 stocks could stabilise your portfolio in 2015 and beyond: Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC), Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) and…

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Are these 4 growth stocks the next Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Somewhat speculative in nature, Yowie Group Ltd (ASX:YOW), Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) and Netcomm Wireless Ltd (ASX:NTC) could be the…

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Here's why these 4 ASX stocks were crushed on Tuesday

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM), Novogen Limited (ASX:NRT), Yowie Group Ltd (ASX:YOW) and Brambles Limited (ASX:BXB) all suffered setbacks today, despite…

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