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Here's why energy stocks are edging higher today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Senex Energy Ltd (ASX:SXY) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) are both bouncing following a strong rebound in oil prices.

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Here's why Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd is soaring higher

| Andrew Mudie

Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd (ASX:NEC) profit falls but shareholders are excited about a new announcement.

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iSelect Ltd reports a 47% rise in profit: Should you buy?

| Andrew Mudie

iSelect Ltd (ASX:ISU) posts a strong half year.

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Acrux Limited posts mixed half year: Should you buy?

| Tom Richardson

Acrux Limited (ASX:ACR) did little to impress the market today.

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TFS Corporation Limited upgrades profit guidance: Is it too late to buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Indian sandalwood plantation manager, TFS Corporation Limited (ASX:TFC), provided a positive outlook for investors.

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Is Worleyparsons Limited looking to buy its way out of a slump?

| Sean O'Neill

Shareholders beware, a bad acquisition could be disastrous for your investment in Worleyparsons Limited (ASX:WOR).

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Qantas Airways Limited half-year earnings fly higher: Is it a buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) does a turnaround in interim profit thanks to savings from $2 billion transformation program and there's…

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Collection House Limited wins big new contract: Here's what you need to know

| Sean O'Neill

While the contract is already accounted for in earnings predictions for 2015, it’s still a strong vote of confidence in…

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Here's why Transfield Services Limited shares have been slammed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of Transfield Services Limited (ASX:TSE) have been hammered today with the company citing "challenging conditions".

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What's next for Retail Food Group Limited after its latest set of bumper results?

| Sean O'Neill

Is the sky really the limit for Retail Food Group Limited (ASX:RFG) after 2014’s explosive growth?

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Perpetual Limited profit jumps 76%: Is it time to buy?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of fund manager Perpetual Limited (ASX:PPT) have dropped almost 3% despite the announcement of a big profit jump.

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The chart every XERO FPO NZ shareholder needs to see

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

XERO FPO NZ (ASX:XRO) has been firing on all cylinders recently. Find out why…

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Billabong International Limited surfs into the black: Is it at bargain prices?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of sporting apparel heavyweight, Billabong International Limited (ASX:BBG) have today drifted lower despite the group announcing its first profit…

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Here's why Sydney Airport Holdings Ltd has sunk 4.6% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Sydney Airport Holdings Ltd (ASX:SYD) has shot up in price over the last four months. Should you take advantage of…

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Recession-proof your portfolio

| Matt Joass, CFA

Recession-resistant businesses are hard to find, but Auto-parts distributor Burson Group measures up

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Ramsay Health Care Limited upgrades profit guidance: Is there more to come in 2015?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Healthcare provider Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC) achieves double-digit revenue and profit growth as it expands internationally.

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Japara Healthcare Ltd soars on earnings report: Should you buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Japara Healthcare Ltd (ASX:JHC) has followed the likes of Estia Health Ltd (ASX:EHE) and Regis Healthcare Ltd (ASX:REG) in delivering…

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7 things you need know about Alumina Limited's 2014 results

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Alumina Limited (ASX:AWC) has reported a full year loss of $US98.3 million but thinks better conditions may lay ahead.

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Breville Group Ltd cooks up mixed half year: Should you buy?

| Tom Richardson

Breville Group Ltd (ASX:BRG) had a poor half, but has forecast better times ahead.

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Are BHP Billiton Limited and Rio Tinto Limited going to flood the iron ore market?

| Sean O'Neill

Both Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) could force costs even lower, which is bad news for…

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Here's why Altium Limited is rocketing higher today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Electronics design software provider Altium Limited (ASX:ALU) delivered another smashing earnings report today.

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9 facts investors need to know about QBE Insurance Limited

| Tim McArthur

It was a mixed bag of good, bad and ugly for QBE Insurance Limited (ASX:QBE) in this week's full year…

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iCar Asia Ltd takes market-leading position: Should you buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Auto sales advertising website operator iCar Asia Ltd (ASX:ICQ) now controls the number one auto sales websites in its three…

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Is now the time to jump into Cover-More Group Ltd?

| Simon Chan

With Cover-More Group Ltd (ASX:CVO) near 52-week lows, is now the time to take the plunge?

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QBE Insurance Group Ltd surges 25% in February: Is it too late to buy?

| Andrew Mudie

2015’s top pick for long term investors could be QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE).

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Should you buy Super Retail Group Ltd, BHP Billiton Limited and Crown Resorts Ltd?

| Peter Stephens

Is now the right time to buy these 3 stocks? Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX:SUL), BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and…

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3 stocks I'd buy with $10k: Fortescue Metals Group Limited, Telstra Corporation Ltd and AMP Limited

| Peter Stephens

These 3 stocks look like strong 'buys' right now: Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG), Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and AMP…

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Can these 3 stocks beat the ASX? Rio Tinto Limited, Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd. and Cochlear Limited

| Peter Stephens

Is now the right time to buy Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO), Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd. (ASX:DMP) and Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH)?

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Lifehealthcare Group Ltd reports impressive profit results: Should you buy?

| Tim McArthur

Lifehealthcare Group Ltd (ASX:LHC) has performed superbly since its IPO.

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Why I'm bullish on Suncorp Group Ltd, Woodside Petroleum Limited and Australia and New Zealand Banking Group

| Peter Stephens

These 3 shares offer bright long term futures: Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN), Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) and Australia and New…

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3 great value blue-chips: Westfield Corp Ltd, CSL Limited and Wesfarmers Ltd

| Peter Stephens

These 3 stocks could be worth buying right now: Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD), CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES).

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Here's why I'm avoiding Westpac Banking Corp shares and you should too

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) CEO Ian Narev has issued a sobering warning for all bank shareholders, including Westpac Banking…

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Austbrokers Holdings Limited profit sinks 15%: Should you buy, hold or sell?

| Tim McArthur

Austbrokers Holdings Limited (ASX:AUB) has struggled to grow earnings but its pricing could be attractive.

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Is the eBay Inc partnership a winner for Woolworths Limited shareholders?

| Sean O'Neill

If successful, the deal could be a long-term winner for Woolworths Limited shareholders (ASX:WOW).

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Is it time to buy Blackmores Limited?

| Andrew Mudie

Could Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) be a little expensive with the share price over $43? Here’s what you need to know:

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Is Qantas Airways Limited ready to take off in the year ahead?

| Andrew Mudie

Qantas Airways Limited (ASX: QAN) reports tomorrow! Investors should look out for these negative surprises.

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Here's why Iress Ltd stock has crashed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Iress Ltd (ASX:IRE) delivered strong results, but investors weren't happy with this.

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Here's why Helloworld Ltd shares are down today

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of Helloworld Ltd (ASX:HLO) have trended slightly lower following the announcements of its half-yearly results.

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Here's why Worleyparsons Limited has crashed today

| Tim McArthur

Worleyparsons Limited (ASX:WOR) has produced a credible result despite facing significant headwinds.

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Is Ramsay Health Care Limited set for a profit upgrade?

| Andrew Mudie

Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC) shares are up 550% over 5 years, this profit result could be the launchpad for…

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