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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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Materials Shares

Why are Liontown shares roaring 14% higher today?

| James Mickleboro

Investors are fighting to get hold of this lithium miner's shares. But why?

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Bank Shares

Is now the time to sell CBA shares?

| Zach Bristow

The bank's shares have started the year strongly, so what gives?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Wesfarmers share price higher on Catch closure

| James Mickleboro

The Kmart owner is closing down one of its loss-making businesses.

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Share Market News

BHP share price pushes higher on solid half year update

| James Mickleboro

How did the miner perform in the first half? Let's dig deeper into things.

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International Stock News

What's the better long-term investment: The Nasdaq-100 or the top S&P 500 growth stocks?

| David Jagielski

Investing in top growth stocks can be a great way for investors to grow their portfolios in the long run.

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Technology Shares

ASX 200 tech stock jumps 10% on stellar Q2 update

| James Mickleboro

This high-flying tech stock delivered further strong growth during the second quarter.

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ETFs

How I'd unlock more passive income from the BetaShares NASDAQ 100 ETF (NDQ)

| Tristan Harrison

Can a fund known for capital growth deliver good passive income?

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Communication Shares

Telstra stock: Buy, sell, or hold in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s what I’d take into account with the telco.

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International Stock News

Jensen Huang just delivered incredible news for Nvidia stock investors

| Anthony Di Pizio

At the CES 2025 technology conference, CEO Jensen Huang highlighted a new multitrillion-dollar opportunity.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend stocks to buy and hold until 2035

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these income options as buys. Let's see why.

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ETFs

Why these ASX ETFs could be great for passive income in 2025

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income? These ETFs could be top options right now. Let's see why.

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Healthcare Shares

Here's the earnings forecast out to 2029 for CSL shares

| Tristan Harrison

This biotech giant could see significant profit growth in the coming years.

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Broker Notes

This ASX All Ords stock could rise 25% and pay a 5% yield

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about this stock. Let's see why it is bullish.

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Retail Shares

Are Coles or Woolworths shares a better buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Which of these supermarkets is the right choice to go shopping for?

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Dividend Investing

Buy Westpac and these ASX 200 dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these dividend shares could be top picks for income investors this month.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Another good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Dividend Investing

2 top ASX dividend shares I'd buy if I were age 65

| Tristan Harrison

These could be top income stocks for retirement.

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Bank Shares

Where will Macquarie shares be in 3 years?

| Zach Bristow

What's the verdict for this banking giant?

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Resources Shares

Down 11% and still trading under $125, is it time to buy the dip in Rio Tinto shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Are Rio Tinto shares a gold mine in 2025?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Star shares sink 7% on Q2 update and 'going concern' warning

| James Mickleboro

Are this casino operator's days numbered? Let's find out what is happening.

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Materials Shares

South32 shares higher on solid half year update

| James Mickleboro

The market has responded positively to the miner's update. Let's dig deeper into it.

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Share Gainers

Why Canyon Resources, Ioneer, Iress, and Predictive Discovery shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week on a positive note. But why?

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Energy Shares

2 ASX utilities shares poised to win big in 2025

| Zach Bristow

These two names are set to deliver the goods this year, according to brokers.

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Index investing

$1,000 invested in the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) at the start of 2021 is now worth…

| Sebastian Bowen

This high-flying ETF has banked some stunning returns...

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Share Fallers

Why Australian Ethical, PYC, Resolute, and Star shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. But why?

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Technology Shares

Which ASX 200 tech stock is surging today on big news?

| James Mickleboro

Investors are cheering on this news. Let's see what the company announced this morning.

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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 snap up these shares.

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Opinions

These are the ASX share sectors I'd buy and avoid right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think some areas of the market are opportunities, while other areas are weak.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX lithium stock is jumping 29% on $1.6b funding boost

| James Mickleboro

Big news is getting investors excited on Monday. Let's dig deeper into what is happening.

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Dividend Investing

Invest $10,000 in 2 ASX shares, create $1,500 in passive income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated shares will generate big dividend income for investors.

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Technology Shares

3 reasons Xero shares are poised to rise in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

This tech stock has a lot going for it, in my view.

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Retail Shares

Why I think this ASX small-cap stock is a bargain at $7.70

| Tristan Harrison

This small business has big potential, in my view.

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REITs

1 ASX dividend stock down 65% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think this business could be a contrarian play to unlock significant income.

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ETFs

Buy and hold these ASX ETFs for 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Here are some quality buy and hold options for investors to consider loading up on now.

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Healthcare Shares

With a projected 7% dividend yield, is the Medibank share price a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Investors may receive very healthy dividends from this stock.

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ETFs

How much passive income would a $10,000 investment in Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) make in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

This could be another rewarding year to own the VAS ETF.

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX uranium stock could rocket over 100%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this is a high risk, high reward option for investors.

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Gold

Why this ASX gold stock could surge 30%

| James Mickleboro

Golden returns could be on offer from this miner according to one leading broker.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 6% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

The team at Morgans is feeling bullish about these income options.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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