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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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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock up 20% that I'd hold through any market

| Samantha Menzies

I think this classic defensive ASX dividend company is a no-brainer buy and long-term hold.

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ETFs

Why I think Australian growth investors would love this Vanguard ETF

| Grace Alvino

If you’re looking beyond the usual large-cap names, this Vanguard ETF offers access to a broad group of smaller companies…

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Share Market News

5 years ago, $5,000 bought 118 BHP shares. How many would it buy now?

| Samantha Menzies

The mining giant also pays its shareholders very attractive passive income.

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How to invest

How to invest in ASX shares when the market feels uncertain

| James Mickleboro

Don't let volatility stop you from investing. Here's how to handle it.

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Cheap Shares

2 top ASX shares down over 50% to buy now

| James Mickleboro

You might want to consider catching these shares before they rebound.

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ETFs

Are these the best ASX ETFs to buy with $1,000 in May?

| James Mickleboro

A new month is coming. Are these top picks for investors? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre session on the ASX this Thursday.

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ETFs

ASX ETF investors exit US stocks in favour of Aussie shares: Betashares

| Bronwyn Allen

A flight to perceived safety appears to be underway, according to Betashares.

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Materials Shares

2 ASX mining shares to buy with $2,000

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has named these shares as top picks this month.

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Healthcare Shares

A Budget announcement has put a rocket under this ASX aged care provider's shares

| Cameron England

A shake up in the funding model will be a boost for this company.

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Financial Shares

3 ASX 200 financial shares to sell: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX 200 financial shares are down 2.5% over six months and up 2.1% in 2026-to-date.

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Energy Shares

What key update is fueling Ampol shares today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Acquisition progress lifts investor enthusiasm.

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Broker Notes

What is Morgans saying about Cochlear and Northern Star shares?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the broker is saying about these big names following their updates.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: NextDC, Hub24, PLS Group shares

| Bronwyn Allen

The market is pessimistic about the next round of talks between the US and Iran.

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Energy Shares

Up more than 300% over a year, this ASX energy share is hitting new highs

| Cameron England

A fresh capital raise has investors fired up.

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Materials Shares

This ASX gold stock just made a key move. Here's why investors are watching closely

| Aaron Teboneras

Shares lift as new funding deal supports project expansion...

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Broker Notes

5 ASX 200 shares with renewed buy ratings this week

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers have indicated continuing confidence in Cochlear, REA, and several other ASX 200 shares.

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ETFs

Will global defence ASX ETFs keep climbing? Expert

| Aaron Bell

Should investors keep targeting global defence?

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Share Gainers

Why Deep Yellow, Develop Global, Resolute Mining, and Santos shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye on Thursday. But why?

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Gold

Why Resolute shares are on watch after this major quarterly update

| Aaron Teboneras

Resolute shares rise as Doropo becomes the next key driver.

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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear stock down 40%: How much has this cost ASX investors?

| Sebastian Bowen

One day can ruin years of success...

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Share Fallers

Why Black Cat, Mirvac, Qantas, and Temple & Webster shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session. But why?

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Technology Shares

Why I'd invest $2,500 in Life360 and Pro Medicus shares today

| Grace Alvino

Big share price declines don’t always mean broken businesses. Here’s why these shares stand out to me right now.

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Share Market News

Why is everyone talking about Core Lithium, Ampol and Santos shares on Thursday?

| Bernd Struben

Ampol, Core Lithium and Santos shares are making waves on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

Are Xero shares a buy after rebounding 17% from three-year low

| Samantha Menzies

The tech stock bottomed at a multi-year low of $70.42 earlier this month.

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Broker Notes

Broker reiterates buy ratings on 2 ASX shares

| Aaron Bell

These ASX shares remain worth watching.

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Energy Shares

Santos is back in focus. Here's why the shares are pushing higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

Santos shares rise as its solid quarter keeps growth plans on track.

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Gold

What did ASX gold shares Regis Resources, Perseus, and West African report today?

| James Mickleboro

Was it a golden quarter for these miners? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

After more than quadrupling investors' money in a year, are PLS shares still a buy?

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst delivers his outlook for the soaring PLS share price.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, or sell? Life360, Iress, Lynas Rare Earths shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Experts reveal their views.

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Resources Shares

Regis Resources posts solid March quarter with strong cash flow and dividend

| Laura Stewart

Regis Resources delivered another solid quarter with strong cash flow, record gold production, and a healthy balance sheet.

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Resources Shares

Emerald Resources delivers record cash flow and project progress in March 2026 quarter

| Laura Stewart

Emerald Resources delivered record cash flow and lower costs in the March 2026 quarter, with robust gold production and strong…

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Dividend Investing

5 ASX dividend shares I'd buy for a second income

| Grace Alvino

From property to supermarkets, these ASX dividend shares offer different ways to build income over time.

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Broker Notes

Why did this broker just lower its outlook on this ASX 200 stock?

| Aaron Bell

Despite a lowered outlook, attractive upside remains.

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Resources Shares

3 key takeaways from BHP's latest results you need to know

| Grace Alvino

From record production to major growth projects, here’s what stood out in BHP’s latest results.

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Technology Shares

Fuel price concerns have driven this e-mobility company's shares to a 12-month high

| Cameron England

E-scooters are picking up in popularity, with robust sales for this company in the first quarter.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX shares tipped to grow at least 50% in the next 12 months

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be some of the best ones to own today.

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Resources Shares

Up 444% in a year, what's moving Core Lithium shares today?

| Bernd Struben

Core Lithium shares are grabbing headlines on Thursday. But why?

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REITs

Mirvac provides Q3 FY26 operational update; reaffirms upbeat guidance

| Laura Stewart

Mirvac delivered strong Q3 FY26 sales growth, solid leasing results, and confirmed its full-year guidance.

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Resources Shares

Sandfire Resources lifts cash and revenue in March quarter update

| Laura Stewart

Sandfire Resources boosted its cash position and posted record March quarter revenues despite operational challenges in FY26.

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