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Growth Shares

2 high-quality ASX 200 shares experts rate as buys

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are top-rated by some of Australia’s top brokers.

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Resources Shares

This major ASX copper company just reported record earnings but warned on diesel prices

| Cameron England

A sixth quarter of earnings growth has just been notched up.

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Healthcare Shares

Mesoblast shares: Cash burn falls and Ryoncil® sales climb

| Laura Stewart

Mesoblast reports higher Ryoncil® sales, improved cash management, and research milestones for the March 2026 quarter.

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Energy Shares

Boss Energy shares tumble on guidance downgrade

| James Mickleboro

This uranium producer has downgraded its production guidance for FY 2026.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why did Woolworths shares just crash 10%?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are pummelling the Woolworths share price today. But why?

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Financial Shares

ASX shares climb after CEO news. Here's what investors are watching

| Aaron Teboneras

ASX appoints interim CEO as shares push higher in Thursday trade.

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Healthcare Shares

Regis Healthcare expects FY26 EBITDA to hit top end of guidance

| Laura Stewart

Regis Healthcare expects top-end FY26 earnings as strong occupancy, RAD inflows, and efficiency gains set a positive outlook.

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Resources Shares

This ASX 200 mining stock is sinking 8% after a big project update. Here's why

| Aaron Teboneras

A major Hermosa update has South32 shares falling today.

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Bank Shares

5 years ago, $10,000 bought 350 ANZ shares. But how many would it buy now?

| Tristan Harrison

ANZ shareholders have seen very positive returns.

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Broker Notes

Up 170% in a year: Are Codan shares a buy?

| James Mickleboro

Investors have more than doubled their money in 12 months with this stock.

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Healthcare Shares

This ASX healthcare stock could be set to rise 50%

| Aaron Bell

This small cap could be one to watch.

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Industrials Shares

Should you buy this ASX industrials stock after a 16% crash?

| Aaron Bell

Is this industrials stock a buy low?

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter is tipping this ASX All Ords share as a buy with 15% upside

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which share the broker is recommending to clients.

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Dividend Investing

3 star ASX dividend income stocks for the rest of 2026

| Tristan Harrison

I rate these businesses as strong income buys.

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Resources Shares

Liontown posts record net cash flow and hits underground mining targets

| Laura Stewart

Liontown posts its strongest financial quarter since production began, achieving $33 million net cash flow and hitting key operational milestones.

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REITs

Stockland reports higher 3Q26 sales and maintains FY26 guidance

| Laura Stewart

Stockland provides a 3Q26 update, showing robust growth in residential and land lease sales.

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Materials Shares

Broker tips this ASX materials stock to rise 139% after yesterday's crash

| Aaron Bell

This miner could be set to rocket.

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Broker Notes

Fortescue shares: Buy, hold, or sell? Bell Potter gives its verdict

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this mining giant.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths Group Q3 sales grow as shoppers turn to value and convenience

| Laura Stewart

Woolworths Group’s Q3 sales rose 4.5% to $18.1bn, with strength in Australian Food and eCommerce balancing economic headwinds.

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Dividend Investing

Want passive income? These ASX dividend shares offer 5%+ yields

| Marc Van Dinther

These companies grow their payouts over time.

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources upgrades FY26 volume guidance and posts robust lithium prices

| Laura Stewart

Mineral Resources lifts its FY26 volume guidance and reports a sharp rebound in lithium prices in Q3 FY26.

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Share Market News

Champion Iron announces production gains and new growth projects

| Laura Stewart

Champion Iron's Q4 FY26 update shows higher production, strong liquidity, and progress on growth projects including its new DRPF plant…

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Resources Shares

South32 Hermosa project boosts reserves and mine life in FY26 update

| Laura Stewart

South32 boosts Hermosa Taylor project's reserves and mine life, revises capex, and outlines next steps for FY26 and beyond.

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Broker Notes

Sell alert! Why this expert is calling time on Karoon Energy and Santos shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst delivers his verdict on Karoon Energy and Santos shares.

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Growth Shares

3 amazing ASX 200 shares to buy with $5,000 in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are recommending these ASX 200 shares as buys.

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Dividend Investing

These ASX dividend shares keep giving investors a pay rise

| Tristan Harrison

I think these businesses are excellent options for regular payout growth.

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Dividend Investing

$1,000 buys 23 shares in an incredibly reliable ASX 200 dividend stock

| Tristan Harrison

This business offers incredible reliability with dividends.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend stocks I'd buy if I were a retiree

| Grace Alvino

Reliable dividends often come from predictable demand. These three stocks highlight where that stability can be found.

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Growth Shares

This beaten-down ASX 200 growth stock could be one to watch

| Grace Alvino

Demand for data centres is accelerating, but earnings are yet to catch up. That gap could define the opportunity from…

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to build a passive income

| James Mickleboro

Looking for passive income? These shares have been named as buys by analysts.

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Dividend Investing

An ASX dividend stalwart every Australian should consider buying

| Tristan Harrison

This is the right time to invest in this impressive stock.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough day for Aussie investors. Here's what to expect.

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Energy Shares

3 key takeaways from Woodside's first-quarter result

| Grace Alvino

From strong asset reliability to improving pricing, this update highlights what is really driving performance beneath the surface.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why I think Woolworths shares could beat the market over 10 years

| Grace Alvino

Some of the best long-term performers are not the fastest growers. Consistency, scale, and predictable demand can be just as…

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

This ASX gaming company could deliver 20%+ returns: RBC Capital Markets

| Cameron England

Gaming spending is holding up well, which is good news for this company.

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How to invest

$250,000 to invest for passive income? Here's how I would build a portfolio

| Grace Alvino

A strong income portfolio is not just about yield. It is about combining reliable dividends with diversification and long-term growth.

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Broker Notes

Is this ASX 200 stock a buy, hold or sell after rising 15% year to date?

| Aaron Bell

Can this high-performing stock keep rising?

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Technology Shares

These beaten down ASX 200 tech stocks could rise 55% to 60%

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these stocks could rise strongly from current levels.

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ETFs

Why these ASX ETFs could be top picks in May

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what these funds offer Aussie investors with money to put to work in the market.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie names 3 ASX shares to buy

| Cameron England

Two miners and a packaging company are on the broker's list of stocks to watch.

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