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Get the latest ASX share market news, stock tips, and expert commentary from The Motley Fool Australia. From ASX 200 movers to emerging small caps, our team covers the shares making headlines every day — and helps you make sense of what it means for your portfolio.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

With oil back over $100 USD per barrel, this ASX ETF could be set to benefit

| Aaron Bell

This fund is worth considering in the current economic climate.

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ASX Share Market News

The Fed just hiked rates for the first time in 3 years. What does it mean for ASX investors?

| Aaron Teboneras

The Fed’s latest move could keep markets on edge.

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Broker Notes

This ASX biotech could jump more than 30%, one broker says

| Cameron England

This company's core business is performing well, the broker says.

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Dividend Investing

 If I invest $10,000 in CBA shares, how much passive income will I receive in FY27?

| Samantha Menzies

Find out what passive income you could earn off your CBA shares next year.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Where to invest $2,500 in ASX ETFs now

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what these funds offer Aussie investors.

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Transport Shares

Transurban posts 3.4% August traffic growth

| Laura Stewart

Transurban Group saw a 3.4% rise in August 2026 traffic, with strong North America and Sydney contributions.

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Resources Shares

Newmont vs Northern Star: Which gold share is better for value and yield?

| Laura Stewart

I compare Newmont and Northern Star on dividends, valuation, and recent performance, and explain which gold share I'd pick now.

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Dividend Investing

$3,000 buys 2,325 shares in an impressively reliable ASX dividend stock

| Tristan Harrison

This business has a great track record of reliable dividends.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could return 50% to 85%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these shares.

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Resources Shares

BHP vs Rio Tinto: What's the better buy?

| Cameron England

Iron ore is no longer the main game for these mining giants.

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Dividend Investing

Down 22%: Are Wesfarmers shares now a good buy for passive income?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert provides his forecast for Wesfarmers beaten down shares.

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Energy Shares

Contact Energy reports higher sales and renewable project progress in August

| Laura Stewart

Contact Energy lifted energy sales in August 2026 and progressed big renewable projects.

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Dividend Investing

27,131 shares of this ASX dividend stock pays an income equal to the Age Pension

| Tristan Harrison

This business is incredibly attractive for income.

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Superannuation

How much do I need in superannuation to receive $1,000 passive income per week?

| James Mickleboro

A monthly paycheck would be a very welcome thing.

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Growth Shares

A rare buying opportunity in 1 of Australia's top shares?

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has an excellent outlook. I think it’s a buy!

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ASX 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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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend stocks to provide passive income through retirement 

| Aaron Bell

These equities offer yields over 6%.

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Technology Shares

Nextdc vs Megaport: Which ASX tech growth share comes out on top?

| Laura Stewart

Nextdc and Megaport are both ASX tech plays—but which offers the sharper growth story right now?

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Broker Notes

This ASX small cap could jump more than 100%: Broker

| Cameron England

A new acquisition could drive early cash flow.

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Broker Notes

Expert names 2 under-the-radar ASX gold stocks to buy today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert forecasts more outperformance from these little-known ASX gold shares.

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Superannuation

How much superannuation is enough to retire with a $50,000 income?

| Marc Van Dinther

Super targets vary wildly. It all depends on your Age Pension expectations.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL, Resmed, and more. See which ASX health stocks RBC Capital Markets has upgraded

| Cameron England

This sector is coming back into favour.

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Technology Shares

Xero shares crashed 59%. What do brokers see next?

| Marc Van Dinther

Growth, the US opportunity, brokers — all pointing the same direction.

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52-Week Lows

3 ASX shares trading at 52-week lows that could be outstanding value plays 

| Aaron Bell

These stocks could be too cheap to ignore.

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Healthcare Shares

4DMedical vs Telix Pharmaceuticals: ASX health tech share showdown

| Laura Stewart

4DMedical and Telix are both Aussie health innovators—here’s which ASX share gets my vote in this biotech battle.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors got their mojo back this Wednesday.

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Energy Shares

Down 17% in a week: What has happened to Paladin Energy shares?

| Samantha Menzies

And what brokers tip next for the ASX uranium miner.

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Financial Shares

Soul Patts vs PM Capital Global Opportunities Fund: Which is better?

| Laura Stewart

Looking at Soul Patts vs PM Capital Global Opportunities Fund on diversification and share price momentum — here’s which investment…

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ASX Share Market News

Santos, Ramsay Health Care, and AMP shares reach new 52-week highs: Can they keep climbing?

| Samantha Menzies

Find out whether these ASX shares are a buy, sell, or hold now.

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ASX Share Market News

The ASX 200 is finally rising. Is the sell-off running out of steam?

| Aaron Teboneras

After weeks of selling, buyers are finally pushing back.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue shares break a 4-day losing streak as $150 million legal fight heats up

| Aaron Teboneras

Fortescue shares are in the green after a rough run.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Reliance shares surge to a 52-week high on $4.1 billion takeover deal

| Aaron Teboneras

Reliance shares are back in focus after another takeover development.

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52-Week Lows

Down 40%: Why I'd buy this ASX 200 share before sentiment improves

| Grace Alvino

I look at why the latest AI developments have not changed my positive view of this ASX share.

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Dividend Investing

Wesfarmers vs Telstra: Which ASX dividend stock comes out on top?

| Laura Stewart

Comparing Wesfarmers vs Telstra shares for yield, value and performance—here’s my pick for the better ASX dividend stock in 2026.

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Superannuation

How much income could a $1.2 million superannuation balance generate?

| Grace Alvino

I crunch the numbers to see how much retirement income this super balance could provide.

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Resources Shares

Why I'd buy and hold BHP shares for 10 years

| Grace Alvino

I take a closer look at what could keep this mining giant growing over the next decade.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX shares I think could return 10%+

| Grace Alvino

I look at three fallen ASX shares that I think could deliver strong returns from here.

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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear share price rebounds 53% from 10-year low: Can it keep climbing?

| Samantha Menzies

The shares are still down 47% for the year to date.

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Retirement

Is the Australian Age Pension enough to retire comfortably?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's a breakdown of the Age Pension payment versus the cost of retirement.

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Healthcare Shares

Two broker upgrades put CSL shares back in focus

| Aaron Teboneras

CSL is back on the radar after two broker upgrades.

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