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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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ESG

What is the best performing ESG ASX ETF in 2026?

| Aaron Bell

These ethical funds have had mixed returns this year.

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Technology Shares

NEXTDC launches $750m wholesale notes to boost growth funding

| Laura Stewart

NEXTDC lifts liquidity with $750m wholesale notes, supporting its capital plan and data centre growth ambitions.

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Technology Shares

Up 209%, what's next for DroneShield shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

Execution could drive long-term upside, but expect volatility ahead.

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Bank Shares

Judo Capital reaffirms FY26 profit guidance as lending growth continues

| Laura Stewart

Judo Capital reaffirms its FY26 profit guidance after strong Q3 lending growth and stable asset quality.

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Broker Notes

Could these ASX stocks really be set to double after crashing this week?

| Aaron Bell

These companies are expected to rebound.

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Resources Shares

Newmont declares quarterly dividend for ASX investors

| Laura Stewart

Newmont Corporation declares a US$0.26 quarterly dividend for ASX investors, with payment to follow in June 2026.

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ETFs

How to generate monthly income using ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

Want a regular pay check from the share market? Here's how you can do it.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue invests $680m in Pilbara Green Energy Project

| Laura Stewart

Fortescue commits US$680 million to expand Pilbara green energy infrastructure, aiming to meet increasing industrial and data centre demand.

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Resources Shares

IGO lowers Greenbushes guidance

| Laura Stewart

IGO's Q3 results reveal record Nova output, while maintaining focus on operational improvements and long-term battery minerals growth.

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Bank Shares

Why I think investors should buy and hold CBA shares for 10 years

| Grace Alvino

Buying a premium share can feel uncomfortable, but quality often comes at a price.

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Resources Shares

PLS Group provides March quarter earnings update

| Laura Stewart

PLS Group lifted quarterly revenue and cash on the back of higher lithium prices, while maintaining disciplined cost control and…

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ETFs

Is this ASX ETF the perfect companion to Vanguard's VAS?

| Sebastian Bowen

This simple hack nullifies VAS' greatest weakness...

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Gold

This buy-rated ASX 200 gold stock has $1 billion in cash

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be buying this cash-heavy gold stock.

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Broker Notes

Forget Rio Tinto and buy this ASX copper share

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this stock could be a good alternative to the mining giant.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX 200 shares newly upgraded this week

| Bronwyn Allen

After major company news this week, one stock fell 39% while the other spiked 17%.

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ETFs

Global investing is easy on the ASX with these ETFs

| James Mickleboro

Want to invest outside Australia? Here are three ways you could do it.

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Travel Shares

Is the Qantas share price a buy? Here's an expert's view

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a good time to invest in the airline?

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How to invest

Where I'd invest my first $500 into ASX shares

| Grace Alvino

By focusing on simple, high-quality investments, it’s possible to build a strong foundation for long-term wealth from day one.

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Dividend Investing

Down 40%: These high-yield ASX dividend shares are rated as buys

| James Mickleboro

Brokers expect these buy-rated shares to offer 6% to 11% dividend yields.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why is everyone buying this beaten-down ASX wine stock now?

| Marc Van Dinther

Execution will determine if this rally has legs.

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52-Week Lows

Can the beaten-down CSL share price ever reach $300 again?

| Aaron Teboneras

CSL is near decade lows. Can it ever climb back?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a subdued finish to the week for Aussie investors.

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Broker Notes

Sell alert! Why this expert is calling time on CBA shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst forecasts headwinds for CBA shares. But why?

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock up 20% that I'd hold through any market

| Samantha Menzies

I think this classic defensive ASX dividend company is a no-brainer buy and long-term hold.

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ETFs

Why I think Australian growth investors would love this Vanguard ETF

| Grace Alvino

If you’re looking beyond the usual large-cap names, this Vanguard ETF offers access to a broad group of smaller companies…

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Share Market News

5 years ago, $5,000 bought 118 BHP shares. How many would it buy now?

| Samantha Menzies

The mining giant also pays its shareholders very attractive passive income.

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How to invest

How to invest in ASX shares when the market feels uncertain

| James Mickleboro

Don't let volatility stop you from investing. Here's how to handle it.

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Cheap Shares

2 top ASX shares down over 50% to buy now

| James Mickleboro

You might want to consider catching these shares before they rebound.

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ETFs

Are these the best ASX ETFs to buy with $1,000 in May?

| James Mickleboro

A new month is coming. Are these top picks for investors? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre session on the ASX this Thursday.

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ETFs

ASX ETF investors exit US stocks in favour of Aussie shares: Betashares

| Bronwyn Allen

A flight to perceived safety appears to be underway, according to Betashares.

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Materials Shares

2 ASX mining shares to buy with $2,000

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has named these shares as top picks this month.

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Healthcare Shares

A Budget announcement has put a rocket under this ASX aged care provider's shares

| Cameron England

A shake up in the funding model will be a boost for this company.

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Financial Shares

3 ASX 200 financial shares to sell: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX 200 financial shares are down 2.5% over six months and up 2.1% in 2026-to-date.

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Energy Shares

What key update is fueling Ampol shares today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Acquisition progress lifts investor enthusiasm.

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Broker Notes

What is Morgans saying about Cochlear and Northern Star shares?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the broker is saying about these big names following their updates.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: NextDC, Hub24, PLS Group shares

| Bronwyn Allen

The market is pessimistic about the next round of talks between the US and Iran.

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Energy Shares

Up more than 300% over a year, this ASX energy share is hitting new highs

| Cameron England

A fresh capital raise has investors fired up.

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Materials Shares

This ASX gold stock just made a key move. Here's why investors are watching closely

| Aaron Teboneras

Shares lift as new funding deal supports project expansion...

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Broker Notes

5 ASX 200 shares with renewed buy ratings this week

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers have indicated continuing confidence in Cochlear, REA, and several other ASX 200 shares.

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