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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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Energy Shares

This ASX 200 energy stock just jumped 13%. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Oil stocks are going ballistic today...

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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 buy these shares.

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $20,000 in ASX growth shares this month

| Grace Alvino

This is the mix I’d choose for long-term growth potential.

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Small Cap Shares

Morgans names 3 small-cap ASX shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is bullish on these under the radar shares.

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Resources Shares

This ASX small-cap miner could more than double: Broker

| Cameron England

Record results and a buyback should make investors take notice.

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Bank Shares

How the CBA share price rocketed 17% in February

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares stormed higher in February, even with the big four bank stock trading ex-dividend.

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Energy Shares

Oil prices rocket to 4-year high as ASX energy giants surge

| Aaron Teboneras

Oil surges to a 4-year high as ASX energy stocks rally.

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BNPL shares

Are Block shares back in play?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are upbeat and see a 70% to 170% upside.

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Technology Shares

Why DroneShield shares soared in February and are rocketing into March

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent DroneShield shares surging in February and are piling into the ASX 200 defence stock again today.

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Investing Strategies

5 top ASX 200 shares I'd buy in March

| Grace Alvino

These are the ASX 200 shares I’d add to a portfolio right now.

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Share Gainers

Why Ampol, EOS, Lynas, and Woodside shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Earnings Results

Michael Hill shares hit 12-month high after first-half profit jump

| Aaron Teboneras

Michael Hill profit jumps 28% as its shares hit a 12-month high.

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Fortescue, Qantas, and Westpac shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

5 of the best ASX 200 stocks to buy and hold in February revealed

| Bernd Struben

These five ASX 200 stocks rocketed 17% to more than 27% in February. Here’s how.

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Industrials Shares

This under the radar ASX defence company could more than double in value, a broker says

| Cameron England

The future for this junior defence company is looking bright.

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Industrials Shares

EOS shares leap 13% as investor confidence returns

| Aaron Teboneras

Investor confidence returns as EOS locks in new orders.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Star Entertainment Group reports a loss but says improvements are in the wings

| Cameron England

Turnover has been on the slide as efforts to turn the business around continue.

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Broker Notes

What are analysts saying about CAR, Wesfarmers, and Xero shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if they are bullish or bearish on these names.

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Energy Shares

The PLS Group share price has soared 150% in a year. Is it still a buy in March?

| Tristan Harrison

Lithium has seen an incredible turnaround. Can it continue recharging?

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Energy Shares

Santos and Woodside shares surging higher on Monday as oil price in focus amid Iran strikes

| Bernd Struben

Santos and Woodside shares are storming higher today amid Middle East conflict fears.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: CSL, TechnologyOne, and Woodside shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdicts on these shares. Here's what they are saying.

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Opinions

2 great ASX 200 blue-chip shares I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks are undervalued after the results.

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Share Market News

Ampol updates investors as ACCC narrows focus on EG Australia deal

| Laura Stewart

The ACCC narrowed competition concerns relating to Ampol’s proposed acquisition of EG Australia.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX shares highly recommended to buy: Experts

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have a lot of potential for returns…

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Broker Notes

Why this ASX 200 stock is being tipped to rocket 100%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer with the stock according to Bell Potter.

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Resources Shares

Is the Fortescue share price a buy in March?

| Tristan Harrison

Could the ASX mining share be a smart buy today?

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Broker Notes

Top broker upgrades Boss Energy shares to a buy rating

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker has become bullish on this name.

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Energy Shares

Which junior oil and gas company has just fielded a takeover bid?

| Cameron England

The deal has been pitched at a modest premium.

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Cheap Shares

2 battered ASX shares that look too cheap to ignore

| Marc Van Dinther

Risks remain — but so does upside of up to 130%.

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Broker Notes

What is Bell Potter saying about Coles shares?

| James Mickleboro

Is the broker bullish or bearish? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Why this growing ASX 200 stock could rise 60%+

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be dirt cheap according to Bell Potter.

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Share Market News

Lynas Rare Earths shares: Malaysia licence renewed for 10 years

| Laura Stewart

Lynas Rare Earths has renewed its Malaysian operating licence for 10 years, providing long-term operational certainty for investors.

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Share Market News

Magellan Financial Group unveils merger with Barrenjoey

| Laura Stewart

The merger will combines Magellan’s investment management business with Barrenjoey’s strengths in corporate finance, equities, fixed income, and capital markets

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ETFs

New to the share market? Here are 3 ASX ETFs to buy for easy investing

| James Mickleboro

If you are starting your investing journey, it could be worth checking out these funds.

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Capital Raising

Magellan requests trading halt ahead of major announcement

| Aaron Teboneras

Magellan enters a trading halt ahead of a proposed merger and capital raising.

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Legendary share market investing expert and owner of Berkshire Hathaway Warren Buffett
Cheap Shares

Follow Warren Buffett: 3 cheap ASX 200 shares worth a closer look

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers see 40% to 80% upside for these industry leaders.

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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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Broker Notes

What is Morgans saying about Helloworld, TPG Telecom, and Coles shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Are these companies a buy, hold, or sell post-results?

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 15% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This dividend-paying business looks undervalued and is offering its biggest ever dividend yield.

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX dividend shares to buy in March

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income? These shares could be worth considering.

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