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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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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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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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Resources Shares

'Invaluable': Why the Fortescue share price is lifting today

| Tristan Harrison

Could this new appointment boost the miner?

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Share Gainers

Why AGL, Bravura, Computershare, and Evolution Mining shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. But why?

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International Stock News

Billionaire Bill Ackman just bought $2.3 billion worth of this incredible US growth stock. Should you buy?

| Adam Levy

He praised the management of this market leader with a big competitive advantage.

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Share Fallers

Down 78% in a year, time to throw in the towel on Star Casino shares?

| Bernd Struben

Has the time come to cut and run?

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Share Fallers

Why Amotiv, Dexus Industria, St Barbara, and Wildcat shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Record Highs

This $23 billion ASX 200 stock just rocketed 11% to new all-time highs! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors in this ASX 200 financial share are bidding up the stock today. But why?

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Gold

This ASX small cap gold stock is rocketing 142% on new discovery

| James Mickleboro

This gold explorer sees potential for a substantial resource.

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Cryptocurrencies

The Bitcoin price soared 120% in 2024. Could it repeat that performance in 2025?

| Dominic Basulto

Bitcoin soared by 150% in 2023 and 120% in 2024, so many crypto investors are expecting it to once again…

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just jumped 20%

| James Mickleboro

Why are investors buying this tech stock on Wednesday? Let's find out.

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Earnings Results

Up 36% in a year, why is the AGL share price leaping higher again today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are bidding up the AGL share price on Wednesday. But why?

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Earnings Results

CBA shares drop despite strong first-half profit result and dividend boost

| James Mickleboro

Investors appear to have been wanting an even stronger result from Australia's largest bank.

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