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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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Economy

Interest rate rise narrowly 'odds on' for next week

| Bronwyn Allen

Here is what the ASX rate tracker reveals about the chances of an interest rate hike next Tuesday.

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Gold

Buying silver? Here's why you might want to think again

| Sebastian Bowen

Silver doesn't have the same buyers as gold...

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares the broker is recommending as buys right now.

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Gold

Why the St Barbara share price is halted today

| Aaron Teboneras

St Barbara shares have been placed on ice as investors await a key update on the Simberi Gold Project.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX mining shares up 200% in a year and tipped to keep rising

| Bronwyn Allen

Canaccord Genuity has buy ratings and exciting price targets on these ASX mining shares.

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Energy Shares

Up 54% since December, can Boss Energy shares keep racing higher in 2026?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the outlook for Boss Energy’s resurgent share price.

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Gold

Which gold company's shares are up more than 20% on acquisition news?

| Cameron England

This purchase will add to production immediately.

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Life360, Nova Minerals, and Santana shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Bye bye CBA: BHP is back as the ASX 200's biggest stock

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a big day for the ASX 200.

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Financial Shares

Big UK deal, big capital raise. Why this ASX stock is in a trading halt

| Aaron Teboneras

This ASX broker has halted trading after announcing a major UK acquisition and $400m capital raise.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why the $260 billion Glencore merger is a 'high-stakes gamble' for Rio Tinto shares

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto has until 5 February to clarify its $260 billion merger intentions with Glencore.

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Gold

New record high! Is it too late to buy gold in 2026?

| Sebastian Bowen

This time really could be different.

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Share Gainers

Why Dateline, EOS, Karoon Energy, and Pro Medicus shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week with a bang. But why?

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Technology Shares

Up 50% in 2026. This ASX tech stock just delivered another record quarter

| Aaron Teboneras

This ASX tech stock just posted record revenue and a major cash flow milestone.

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Communication Shares

How much could the Telstra share price rise in the next year?

| Tristan Harrison

Experts are optimistic about the company’s future.

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Energy Shares

After a run of good news, why has this oil and gas junior been suspended from trade?

| Cameron England

Success has come at a cost for this energy minnow.

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Share Market News

Metrics Master Income Trust announces January 2026 distribution

| Laura Stewart

Metrics Master Income Trust reveals estimated monthly distribution and key dates for January 2026.

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Technology Shares

Down 10% today: Should you buy Life360 shares?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter sees major upside for this tech stock after its recent update.

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Broker Notes

BHP, Pro Medicus, Myer shares: Buy, hold, or sell?

| Bronwyn Allen

The market is having a strong day on Tuesday.

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Resources Shares

BHP share price cracks $50 as experts revise ratings following 1H FY26 update

| Bronwyn Allen

The BHP share price has not been above $50 since January 2024.

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Industrials Shares

This ASX defence stock is racing higher on sales surge

| James Mickleboro

The cash is rolling in for this defence company.

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Energy Shares

Santos ships first gas from its major Barossa project off the coast of the Northern Territory

| Cameron England

They've delivered one of the biggest oil and gas investments in recent times.

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Share Gainers

Guess which surging small-cap ASX share is rocketing another 60% on Tuesday!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending this ASX mining stock rocketing 60% today. But why?

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Gold

Up 100% this year. Why this ASX gold stock is back in rally mode

| Aaron Teboneras

Dateline shares surge 15% following a fresh update at its Colosseum project.

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ETFs

This ASX ETF has returned 34% annually since inception

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX ETF has long-term tailwinds driving up its price.

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Share Market News

BWP Trust to divest Chadstone Homeplus, maintains FY2026 guidance

| Laura Stewart

BWP Trust to sell Chadstone Homeplus for $86m, maintaining distribution guidance and focusing on portfolio renewal.

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Gold

Up 185% in a year, ASX All Ords gold stock reports further growth potential

| Bernd Struben

The ASX gold stock is actively drilling in Western Australia.

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Retail Shares

Jeweller's shares shine on strong first-half sales

| Cameron England

This company has returned to a positive net cash position.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords mining share is leaping 11% today on big European news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX mining share today. Let’s see why.

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Bank Shares

UBS just rated ASX bank shares NAB, BOQ and Macquarie as a buy

| Tristan Harrison

Experts think it’s time to be optimistic about these banks.

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Gold

Which gold miner has just reported record production results?

| Cameron England

It's been a good quarter for this multi-asset company.

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Materials Shares

Fortescue shares rise on big copper news

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant is looking beyond iron ore and in the direction of copper.

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Technology Shares

DroneShield shares fall after reporting revenue of $216m

| James Mickleboro

This counter drone technology company reported huge revenue growth in FY 2025.

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Bank Shares

Here's the dividend forecast out to 2028 for Westpac shares

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors bank on good dividends from Westpac?

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 62% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This business could give investors significant dividend income.

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Retail Shares

3 reasons to buy this ASX growth stock now

| Marc Van Dinther

Despite a 43% tumble, brokers see plenty of opportunity for structural growth.

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Resources Shares

Silver shoots for the stars! What's driving the white metal's stunning 260% rally

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver’s stunning rally has pushed the white metal back into the global spotlight.

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Dividend Investing

Snap up these 2 ASX dividend shares for income and growth

| Marc Van Dinther

These 2 stocks will boost your income and brokers see 10%-20% upside on top of that.

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Travel Shares

3 reasons I would buy Qantas shares in February

| Grace Alvino

Qantas has rebuilt profitability and flexibility faster than many expected.

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Growth Shares

3 unstoppable ASX 200 shares to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

These shares have smashed the market and look well-placed to continue this trend.

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