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Share Market News

Buy this ASX 200 gold share trading 'at a significant discount to peers'

| James Mickleboro

While the gold price has come under pressure in recent weeks, most analysts agree that the precious metal will stay…

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Index investing

If I could only buy and hold a single ASX stock right now, this would be it

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF would be my first buy in today's market.

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ETFs

3 quality ASX ETFs for Aussie investors in December

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be great options for investors this month and beyond.

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Dividend Investing

Forget Westpac and buy these ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are better options than the big four bank for income investors.

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Materials Shares

Buy BHP shares for a 20% annual return

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks that the mining giant's shares could be undervalued at current levels.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 2 ASX shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker has named these as top ideas for the month ahead.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

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

| Tristan Harrison

Here are the tasty projections for this supermarket giant.

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Dividend Investing

Why these ASX dividend shares could be top buys for 2025

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these buy-rated dividend shares.

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ETFs

Should I invest in the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) or a term deposit?

| Tristan Harrison

Is the ASX share market or a term deposit a better buy for Aussies?

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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. Here's what is happening.

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Dividend Investing

Looking for an ASX dividend stock with a yield of over 10%? I'd buy this one

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is offering huge payouts and I like it.

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Dividend Investing

Two high-yield ASX shares I own to build a second income

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are unleashing an avalanche of dividends.

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How to invest

How to build a $300,000 ASX share portfolio in 5 steps

| James Mickleboro

It isn't as hard as you might think to grow your wealth in the share market.

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How to invest

Want to become a billionaire? There's one clear way to do it (Hint: it involves shares)

| Tristan Harrison

This could be the best way to become wealthy like a billionaire.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors enjoyed a decent start to the week's trading today.

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Bank Shares

Are Westpac shares still a buy after soaring 44% this year?

| Sebastian Bowen

This broker has a firm recommendation for Westpac shares right now...

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Resources Shares

Are Fortescue shares set for a China-fuelled rally?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s unearth whether the miner is an opportunity.

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Energy Shares

Did the Woodside share price finally turn the corner in November?

| Bernd Struben

Woodside shares shook off their losing streak to finish November in the green.

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Technology Shares

Who sold $285 million worth of WiseTech shares last week?

| Sebastian Bowen

Some big news hasn't stopped investors from pushing this tech stock higher today.

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Blue Chip Shares

Analysts name 3 strong blue chip ASX 200 shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which blue chips are bring tipped as buys by analysts right now.

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Share Market News

What does October's HOT retail data mean for interest rates and ASX 200 investors?

| Bernd Struben

The cost of living crunch isn’t keeping Aussie consumers from spending big.

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Share Fallers

The worst ASX 200 shares to own in November unmasked

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 shares were best avoided in November.

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Small Cap Shares

Analysts say these small cap ASX shares could rise 30% and 50%

| James Mickleboro

Here's why they are tipping these shares to deliver big returns for investors.

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Communication Shares

Did Telstra just land a $100 million Cyber Monday deal outside the ASX?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are buying Telstra shares today following some big news.

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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 stocks.

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Share Gainers

The top 3 ASX 200 stocks to buy and hold in November revealed

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 stocks led the charge higher in November. Own any?

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Share Fallers

Why Findi, GQG, Netwealth, and Northern Star shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares are starting the week in the red.

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, De Grey, Metcash, and Select Harvests shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week strongly. But why?

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Financial Shares

Up 100% in a year, why is this ASX 200 stock slipping on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

This top performing ASX 200 company is sputtering today.

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Healthcare Shares

Why this ASX healthcare share is soaring 26% on study findings

| James Mickleboro

This share is getting a lot of attention on Monday. What's happening?

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Gold

Guess which ASX 200 gold share is up 29% amid $5b takeover offer from Northern Star

| James Mickleboro

A big deal has been signed between two ASX 200 gold shares on Monday.

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Earnings Results

Results in! This ASX 200 stock is rising despite falling half-year profits and dividend cut

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how the company performed during the six months.

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REITs

A 5.5% yield but down 30%! Is it time for me to buy this ASX 200 stock at a bargain-basement price?

| Tristan Harrison

Investors building passive income flows may love this defensive play idea.

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Dividend Investing

Here are my favourite ASX dividend shares to buy today

| Zach Bristow

Both offer attractive yields and are highly rated by experts.

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Broker Notes

Buy this popular ASX 200 stock for 20% upside and a 5% yield

| James Mickleboro

A leading broker is tipping big returns from this popular blue chip.

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Resources Shares

Should you buy BHP stock on a sell-off?

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to dig into this huge ASX mining share?

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Financial Shares

What is this leading broker saying about the AMP share price?

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts at Goldman Sachs think this blue chip can keep rising?

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Communication Shares

Where will Telstra stock be in 1 year?

| Tristan Harrison

Could the telco deliver strong performance over the next year?

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Technology Shares

2 ASX shares soaring higher with no signs of slowing

| Zach Bristow

The share price accelerator is on, according to experts.

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Share Market News

2 ASX shares buy-rated by experts that could take off

| Tristan Harrison

A leading broker believes these stocks are primed to deliver strong returns.

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