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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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Global technology shares
ETFs

Here's how much $5,000 invested in these global ASX ETFs 5 years ago would be worth today

| Aaron Bell

ETFs are a great example of a simple 'set and forget' investment for your portfolio.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 135% in a year, why this ASX 200 healthcare stock is 'on track to become a truly great Australian success'

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager expects more strong performance from this surging ASX 200 healthcare stock.

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Share Fallers

Why Graincorp, IAG, Pro Medicus, and Treasury Wine shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on Thursday. Let's find out why.

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International Stock News

Nvidia's insiders are speaking volumes with their stock trading activity — but are you listening?

| Sean Williams

Nvidia's insiders have made a statement!

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Share Gainers

Why ASX, Domain, Ora Banda, and Temple & Webster's shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye with strong gains on Thursday. Let's see what is happening.

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Share Market News

2 ASX 200 shares sinking on Thursday on earnings results

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down these ASX 200 shares today. But why?

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Bank Shares

Own ANZ shares? Here's what to watch in next week's report

| Aaron Bell

What will be included in next week's quarterly update?

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Earnings Results

2 ASX 300 shares rocketing 6% today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors love what these two stocks just reported.

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Earnings Results

South32 share price higher on 577% profit jump

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant's profits have surged during the first half.

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Earnings Results

Temple & Webster share price jumps 17% to record high on stunning half-year results

| James Mickleboro

It was another impressive six months for this high flying stock.

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Earnings Results

Origin Energy share price charging higher on growing profits

| Bernd Struben

Origin Energy shares are racing ahead of the benchmark on Thursday.

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ETFs

Here's how much the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) currently pays in dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

The yield on this ETF might surprise you.

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International Stock News

Why Tesla shares just popped

| Keith Noonan

Tesla stock was gaining ground today thanks to political catalysts.

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Earnings Results

Northern Star share price lifts off on record half-year dividend

| Bernd Struben

Up 39% in a year, ASX investors are bidding up Northern Star shares again on Thursday.

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Earnings Results

Pro Medicus share price storms higher on record-breaking results

| James Mickleboro

Investors are cheering on this tech company's latest results.

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Earnings Results

Treasury Wine share price sinks 7% on weak FY25 guidance

| James Mickleboro

The Penfolds owner has released its half year results. What did it report?

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Earnings Results

IAG share price crashes 8% despite first-half profit surge

| James Mickleboro

This insurance giant has delivered a big increase in profits for the first half. But investors aren't celebrating it.

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ETFs

Is the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) still a brilliant buy after storming higher?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors still buy this fund or is it too expensive?

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Healthcare Shares

With revenue up 9%, why does the NIB share price keep falling?

| Tristan Harrison

Will the ailing share price make a full recovery?

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Warren Buffett
Investing Strategies

Is it smart to buy stocks with the S&P 500 near its record high? Warren Buffett has brilliant advice for investors

| Trevor Jennewine

The S&P 500 is trading close to its record high, and Wall Street thinks the index is headed higher in…

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ETFs

Here are my 2 favourite ASX ETFs to buy for high-yield passive income in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

I think both of these funds are compelling options for dividends.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Own Wesfarmers shares? Here's what to watch in next week's earnings update

| James Mickleboro

What is the market expecting from the Bunnings and Kmart owner?

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International Stock News

Nvidia stock is doing something it's only done twice before in the past 4 years. History says this will happen next

| Adria Cimino

Nvidia stock soared 171% last year, but momentum has taken a pause in recent days.

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Dividend Investing

These top ASX dividend shares could rise 15% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect big things from these dividend payers this year.

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Materials Shares

Own BHP shares? Here's some big news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the Big Australian has announced to the market.

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Energy Shares

Dividend investors: 2 top ASX energy shares for February

| Sebastian Bowen

Energy shares an be a great source of passive income...

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy with $5,000 today

| James Mickleboro

Here are five excellent options for Aussie investors to consider this week.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend stocks for a passive income boost

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on these names. Let's see what they are saying about them.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a wonderful Wednesday session for investors today...

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ETFs

Why today is a monumental day for ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

This Wednesday is one for the ETF record books.

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Dividend Investing

4 ASX 300 shares with ex-dividend dates before this week ends

| Sebastian Bowen

You'd better be quick if you want to bag these dividends.

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Travel Shares

Why is the Qantas share price having such a tough time today?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this government news affecting Qantas?

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Healthcare Shares

Guess how much $5,000 invested in Sigma shares in December 2023 is worth now!

| Bernd Struben

Sigma shares have soared over the past year alongside the merger with Chemist Warehouse.

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Retail Shares

I think this ASX 200 retailer could skyrocket in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

This business looks very compelling to me this year. Here’s why.

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52-Week Highs

These 7 ASX 200 shares just hit new 52-week highs

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these winners today?

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Dividend Investing

5%+ dividend yield: 2 ASX income shares to buy in February

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about these income options.

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Small Cap Shares

The ASX small-cap stock trading at 'half of the earnings multiple of industry leaders'

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager sees a lot of untapped value for this soaring ASX small-cap stock.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Energy Shares

Buying Santos shares? You'll want to read this

| Bernd Struben

More than 40% of Santos’ oil and gas reserves are held in international assets.

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