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Latest ASX share market news. Find out which Australian shares are moving the stock market today, and which shares to buy.

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Best Shares

Here's why I'm still holding out for a Wesfarmers share price dip

| Sebastian Bowen

For me, the Wesfarmers share price just isn't right at the moment...

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Share Market News

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up last week

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX energy shares led the market with a 3.19% increase while the benchmark ASX 200 rose by just 0.2%.

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Dividend Investing

Buy BHP and these excellent ASX 200 dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these top income options in 2025.

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ETFs

Here are my 2 favourite ASX ETFs for 2025

| Tristan Harrison

These funds could offer investors the right mixture of diversification and quality.

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ETFs

The only Australian ETFs I own at the start of 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

Every ETF adds something different to my portfolio...

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ETFs

Invest $10,000 into these ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great picks for Aussie investors with money to put into the market.

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Retirement

4 steps to take now to get the maximum benefit from your superannuation

| Bernd Struben

Taking these simple steps could materially boost your superannuation returns.

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Small Cap Shares

The imminent tailwind for ASX small-cap shares: fundie

| Bronwyn Allen

Oscar Oberg from Wilson Asset Management explains why he thinks it's a good time to buy small-caps.

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How to invest

Here's how an ASX beginner investor could get going in 2025 with a spare $500!

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how investors can grow their wealth starting with just a $500 investment.

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Dividend Investing

The smartest ASX dividend shares to buy with $1,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these shares. Here's why they could be buys.

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Real Estate Shares

Why this 'compelling' ASX 200 real estate stock has long-term upside potential

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager forecasts brighter skies ahead for this Aussie property developer and investor.

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Growth Shares

The ultimate ASX growth stock to buy with $1,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks this high-quality company is a top buy.

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Growth Shares

Are Zip shares dirt cheap right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors buy now with Zip shares or wait until later?

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Dividend Investing

1 magnificent Australian dividend stock down 30% to hold for years to come

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is forecasting a growing stream of dividends from this buy-rated stock.

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy before the February earnings season

| Motley Fool Staff

Our writers have high hopes for these stocks.

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Materials Shares

1 bright Australian stock that looks set to surge in 2025 and beyond

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter believes the doom and gloom is over for this stock. Let's dig deeper into things.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing end to the trading week for ASX investors this Friday...

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Communication Shares

Aussie Broadband share price lifts 5% on major management change

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX telecommunications company released a significant announcement today.

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Resources Shares

Which ASX 200 mining share will pay the best dividend yield in 2025?

| Bronwyn Allen

Amid lower commodity prices and a weak Chinese economy, can the miners keep paying us big dividends?

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Materials Shares

Down 57%: The Sayona share price's horror 2024 plunge

| Sebastian Bowen

This lithium stock had a year to forget...

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Gold

4 reasons this ASX 200 gold stock could shine bright in 2025

| Bernd Struben

A leading investment expert is bullish on the outlook for this ASX 200 gold miner.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

How Rio Tinto shares could eclipse BHP in 2025, with a little help from Glencore

| Bernd Struben

The financial rumour mill is abuzz about a potential mega merger for Rio Tinto.

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ETFs

3 reasons I think the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) is a buy in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

This ETF has a number of positives.

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Share Gainers

Why Insignia, Lovisa, Megaport, and Telix shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a positive note. Let's find out why.

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Share Fallers

Why 4DS, Lynas, REA Group, and Rio Tinto shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Energy Shares

Down 60% from all-time highs, can Woodside shares turn around in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

Can Woodside re-energise investors about its future?

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Cheap Shares

2 undervalued ASX shares I'm looking to buy in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks have plenty of potential.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here are the important dates impacting Coles shares this year

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's when Coles will announce its financial results and dividends this year.

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Resources Shares

Why this $6.5 billion ASX 200 mining stock is tumbling today

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 miner just found itself under heavy selling pressure on Friday.

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Defensive Shares

Cautious investors: 2 safer ASX shares to consider for wealth building

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be top picks for investors this month. Let's find out why.

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Financial Shares

Is the AMP share price a buy? Here's my view

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors still feel excited about AMP?

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Travel Shares

Should you buy Webjet stock while it's below $1?

| Tristan Harrison

Could Webjet shares fly a lot higher than the current valuation?

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is jumping to record high on big European news

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investor excited on Friday? Let's see what is happening.

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Technology Shares

Why is this ASX All Ords stock crashing 10% on Friday?

| James Mickleboro

This share is having a tough time. What's going on?

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AI Stocks

Buy this ASX AI stock with a 'compelling' valuation

| James Mickleboro

Here's why Goldman Sachs thinks this stock could be a top buy this month.

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Materials Shares

Should you buy Rio Tinto shares after the miner's update?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how one leading broker has responded to the miner's update.

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Dividend Investing

3 growing ASX dividend stocks to buy in January

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think income investors should be snapping up these shares while they can.

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Healthcare Shares

Goldman Sachs tips ResMed shares to rocket 30% to a record high

| James Mickleboro

The broker is feeling very bullish about the sleep disorder treatment company.

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Healthcare Shares

Why CSL shares could be dirt cheap in 2025

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs sees a lot of value in this blue chip stock.

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