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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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Travel Shares

Nosedive: Why did Qantas shares crash 9% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Qantas stock is losing altitude fast this Monday.

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Energy Shares

Woodside shares edge higher as Meg O'Neill prepares to take the top job at BP

| Aaron Teboneras

Former Woodside CEO Meg O’Neill could receive a $22 million pay package at BP.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 blue chip ASX 200 shares I'd happily buy and hold through the next decade

| James Mickleboro

Looking for blue-chip buys? Here are three that could be destined for big things.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Whitehaven Coal, Goodman, and Xero shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these popular shares.

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Share Fallers

Why Catapult Sports, CBA, Dyno Nobel, and Qantas shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on Monday. But why?

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Share Market News

US$100 oil is a big deal for every ASX share. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Higher oil prices flow through to every corner of the economy.

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Share Fallers

Why Amplitude Energy, Cogstate, Dexus Convenience Retail, and Santos shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

Not all shares are falling with the market today.

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Healthcare Shares

Why the Immutep share price is halted today

| Aaron Teboneras

Immutep shares are frozen as investors await a major trial update.

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Energy Shares

Here's why Woodside shares are demolishing the stock market

| Marc Van Dinther

The energy stock reached a new 52-week high. Can it climb any higher?

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to buy these shares.

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AI Stocks

Is NextDC the ASX share closest to Nvidia?

| Marc Van Dinther

The tech stock is powering the AI revolution locally.

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Industrials Shares

Why this ASX stock is slipping after today's major announcement

| Aaron Teboneras

Investors react as this ASX stock announces a major fertiliser business exit.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX shares to buy in March

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been named as best buys by the broker.

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ETFs

4 ASX ETFs to ride through recessions and market crashes

| Marc Van Dinther

This ETF portfolio could still compound wealth during market crises.

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Share Market News

Here's the earnings forecast out to 2030 for Zip shares

| Tristan Harrison

Big volatility could mean a significant investment opportunity.

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Energy Shares

Oil rockets past US$100 as Iran war escalates. This ASX oil ETF is surging

| Aaron Teboneras

Oil prices surge past US$100 as the Middle East conflict pushes energy markets higher.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: NextDC, WiseTech Global, and CBA shares

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts rate these giants as buys? Let's find out.

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Technology Shares

Pro Medicus shares fall after market selloff overshadows $40 million contract news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what this growing company has announced this morning.

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Broker Notes

What to make of these volatile ASX shares

| Aaron Bell

What to make of these heavy swings?

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How to invest

What I'd buy if the ASX share market crashes

| Grace Alvino

Market downturns can feel uncomfortable, but they often create opportunities to buy high-quality investments at more attractive prices.

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Broker Notes

Broker says this exciting ASX biotech stock could rise almost 50%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this biotech could be working on something very big.

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Dividend Investing

Here's the dividend forecast out to 2030 for Wesfarmers shares

| Tristan Harrison

Wesfarmers is a very compelling business to own. The dividends are ramping up…

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ETFs

2 ETFs I'd buy and hold for the next 20 years

| Grace Alvino

For investors focused on decades rather than months, diversified ETFs can form a powerful portfolio foundation.

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Bank Shares

Forget NAB shares, this ASX fintech stock could double in value

| Marc Van Dinther

Most brokers see downside for NAB, but upside of up to 185% for this ASX share.

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Investing Strategies

If I wanted to outperform the ASX 200 over the next 10 years, I'd focus here

| Grace Alvino

Investors aiming to beat the market often focus on businesses with durable advantages and global opportunities.

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Dividend Investing

Why I'd invest $5,000 in these ASX dividend shares

| Grace Alvino

Companies with strong cash flow and durable business models often form the backbone of successful dividend portfolios.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend stocks to buy and hold for 10 years

| Marc Van Dinther

These ASX dividend stocks deliver consistent dividends.

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Opinions

4 reasons not to panic-sell ASX shares during March

| Tristan Harrison

I believe Aussie investors should keep calm and carry on.

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Share Market News

3 shares dumped from the ASX 200 index (and 3 new additions)

| James Mickleboro

These are the changes that have been announced by the index provider.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 41% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This growing business has a lot to offer investors who want income.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX shares highly recommended to buy: Experts

| Tristan Harrison

There is a wide range of analysts who rate these businesses as a buy…

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ETFs

Buy these top ASX ETFs for passive income

| James Mickleboro

These funds will pay you for owning them. Here's what you need to know.

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Value Investing

3 ASX 200 shares trading well below brokers' targets

| Aaron Bell

Here are three cheap stocks to add to your watchlist.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys for income investors.

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ETFs

How to avoid an over concentrated portfolio with one ASX ETF

| Aaron Bell

This ASX ETF aims for true diversification.

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Technology Shares

What to make of Xero's 12% recovery last week?

| Aaron Bell

Recovery on the way or time to sell?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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AI Stocks

How to position your portfolio for the AI impact? Expert

| Aaron Bell

What is Vanguard predicting?

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Broker Notes

2 ASX stocks to buy and 1 to sell

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has given its verdict on these shares.

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How to invest

Worried about a bear market in 2026? 3 ASX shares for peace of mind

| Grace Alvino

Not all companies suffer equally during bear markets. Some businesses can provide stability.

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