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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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Bank Shares

ASX bank stocks: Buy, sell, or hold?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what to expect over the next 12 months.

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Materials Shares

How much upside does Macquarie tip for Rio Tinto shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker thinks of this mining giant.

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Industrials Shares

Down 71% since October, should you buy DroneShield shares now?

| Bernd Struben

A leading investment expert delivers his outlook for DroneShield shares.

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ETFs

$10,000 invested in DHHF ETF 3 years ago is now worth…

| Bronwyn Allen

Has this high-growth ASX ETF lived up to its name?

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Share Gainers

Why BHP, DroneShield, Lotus Resources, and Nuix shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Firefly Metals, Pantoro Gold, Step One, and Vulcan Energy shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Thursday.

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Resources Shares

Top fundie names 2 ASX 200 copper shares to buy today

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager tips two ASX cooper shares to buy amid surging copper prices.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

This retail stock could deliver healthy double-digit returns after a steep fall this week

| Cameron England

This retailer's shares have taken a tumble, but that’s created a buying opportunity according to the team at Jarden.

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Bank Shares

Down 8% and 11% in November – Is this the start of a long slide for NAB and CBA shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

These banks had an awful month.

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX uranium stock is jumping 9% on big news

| James Mickleboro

This uranium producer is reporting major progress in Malawi.

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Resources Shares

Why are FireFly Metals shares pulling back from near-record levels today?

| Cameron England

FireFly Metals shares have come off their record highs after a major capital raise to drive exploration was announced.

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Resources Shares

Up 109% or more! These 4 ASX mining stocks are booming as the silver price hits all-time high

| Bart Bogacz

Riding the wave.

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ETFs

3 exciting ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 20 years

| James Mickleboro

These exciting funds could be destined for big things in the future. But why?

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Opinions

4 ASX shares I'd buy today with $10,000

| Samantha Menzies

I think these shares are set to soar.

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Bank Shares

Buying NAB shares? Here's how the bank aims to cement its market leading business

| Bernd Struben

NAB shares could gain long-term support from the bank’s latest strategic shift.

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Healthcare Shares

Which junior biotech's shares are flying on positive trial news?

| Cameron England

This company's shares have surged higher after positive clinical trial results for its stroke treatment drug.

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Industrials Shares

This ASX 200 stock could plummet 50% next year

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what analysts at Macquarie have to say about the stock.

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Share Market News

Pro Medicus responds to data breach speculation: no client or patient data accessed

| Laura Stewart

Pro Medicus confirms no client data accessed and no impact following an isolated company email security incident.

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Resources Shares

Why has a UK takeover bid lit a fire under this copper prospector's share price?

| Cameron England

A Chinese takeover bid for a company this ASX-listed outfit part-owns has its shares surging higher.

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Share Market News

2 cheap Australian shares under $50 to buy this December

| James Mickleboro

These top shares will cost you less than $50 to buy.

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Share Market News

Regis Healthcare sells two QLD homes for $25 million gain

| Laura Stewart

Regis Healthcare is selling two QLD homes for a $25 million pre-tax gain, investing further in premium regions.

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Share Market News

Why these popular ASX stocks are making big moves on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are buying and selling these shares on Thursday.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 300 healthcare share is lifting off on $25 million news

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 300 healthcare share is grabbing investor interest on Thursday. Let’s see why.

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Bank Shares

Bendigo Bank shares fall despite RACQ deal

| James Mickleboro

The regional bank has announced a major deal with RACQ Bank.

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Retirement

Why Telstra shares are a retiree's dream

| Tristan Harrison

Here are some great reasons to love the telco in retirement.

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Materials Shares

Why are Vulcan Energy shares crashing 33% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this lithium stock is sinking heavily in morning trade.

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto or BHP shares? Expert says which stock to buy as copper price smashes record

| Bart Bogacz

Two mining giants with significant copper exposure.

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Healthcare Shares

Doomed takeover bid for Mayne Pharma to come to an end

| Cameron England

The Mayne Pharma takeover saga appears to be finally drawing to an end, with shareholders bearing the pain of the…

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Dividend Investing

Forget Westpac shares and buy these ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be better buys for income investors.

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Opinions

Is it time to sell your Wesfarmers shares?

| Samantha Menzies

The stock crashed 15% in October.

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 has taken a breather. Here's what usually happens next

| Leigh Gant

A soft patch reveals the market catching its breath rather than shifting course.

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Share Market News

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank unveils RACQ Bank acquisition in investor update

| Laura Stewart

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank announces the acquisition of RACQ Bank's retail lending assets and deposits as part of its growth…

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Dividend Investing

Bell Potter names the best ASX dividend shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

These are high conviction picks according to the broker.

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Broker Notes

Why this dividend paying ASX All Ords share is tipped to outperform again in 2026

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker forecasts more outperformance to come from this dividend-paying ASX share.

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Healthcare Shares

Is this ASX healthcare stock a buy low candidate after falling 35%?

| Aaron Bell

One broker is tipping big upside.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to buy for a passive income stream

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are recommending these dividend payers.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Another positive session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

3 top consumer discretionary shares from Bell Potter

| Aaron Bell

Here's three consumer discretionary stocks to watch.

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Broker Notes

Brokers rate these 3 top ASX shares as buys in December

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have an exciting outlook.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX passive income share offers a 5.86% yield. Here's how!

| Sebastian Bowen

It's not often you see this big of a yield these days...

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