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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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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs for beginner investors to buy and hold

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be quality options for anyone starting their investment journey.

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Broker Notes

These ASX shares could rise 20% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think big returns could be on the cards for owners of these shares.

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Opinions

Is it too late to buy the best ASX stocks of the past decade?

| Mitchell Lawler

Vast riches have been created by three investments. Am I climbing aboard or standing to the side?

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Share Market News

Here's what Westpac says the RBA will do with interest rates next week

| James Mickleboro

Are interest rates going higher or lower from here? Let's find out.

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Growth Shares

Where I'd invest $5,000 in ASX growth shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have a lot of potential in my eyes.

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Defensive Shares

1 reliable ASX stock I'd be as happy as Larry to hold through a recession

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my pick for a recession-resistant ASX share to buy today.

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Retirement

Is Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) the only investment retirees need?

| Tristan Harrison

Can the ASX 300 provide everything a retiree wants?

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Bank Shares

July was a HUGE month for CBA shares. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares appeared almost unstoppable in July. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 10% in a week, are Domino's Pizza shares a bargain buy?

| Zach Bristow

What's next for the pizza giant?

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Resources Shares

Near a 2-year low, surely this ASX 200 stock is now an absolute bargain?

| Zach Bristow

Is it time to nibble at this beaten down stock?

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Dividend Investing

2 of the best ASX dividend stocks to buy in August

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these shares are top buys this month. But why?

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Share Market News

This is how Australians investing in shares are earning 5x more than landlords

| Bronwyn Allen

Australian taxpayers reported much higher investment income from dividends than net property rent.

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Premium Reports

ASX Reporting Season: The Importance Of The 'Equity' In Equities [PREMIUM CONTENT]

| Edward Vesely (TMFEdV)

One element of equities analysis that, I think, is rarely touched upon

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a terrible trading day for ASX shares this Friday...

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Market News

Leading brokers just changed their forecasts for these 4 ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

Top brokers have weighed in on the outlook for these four ASX shares.

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Resources Shares

BHP share price has dropped 16% in 2024, so is it time for me to buy?

| Kate Lee, CFA

Current valuations of BHP shares look attractive to me.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

A final goodbye to Altium shares. Here's how to own a slice after its ASX life

| Sebastian Bowen

We've come to the end of Altium's ASX road...

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Share Gainers

Why Block, Pinnacle, Resimac, and Westgold shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a positive note despite the market selloff. But why?

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Bank Shares

Why Macquarie's dividend doesn't catch my fancy

| Tristan Harrison

I am not excited about the passive income potential of this stock.

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Share Market News

Will ASX investors see the RBA cut interest rates on Tuesday or not?

| Bernd Struben

The last time the RBA cut interest rates was in May 2020. Will the bank finally start easing on Tuesday?

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares hit record highs in July: What's next?

| Zach Bristow

Can the biotech giant extend its rally?

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Share Market News

Ouch! The ASX 200 is falling off a cliff today, here's why

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is plunging from yesterday’s record closing high. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why CBA, Core Lithium, Deep Yellow, and Orora shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week deep in the red. But why?

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Opinions

In a sea of red ASX shares, I'd consider these stocks today

| Zach Bristow

These players each have attractive economics with long-term growth prospects.

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Cheap Shares

Down 20% and yielding 9%, is this ASX mining share a bargain?

| Kate Lee, CFA

Check out this beaten-up ASX small cap share in the mining services sector.

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Retirement

3 blue chip ASX retirement shares to buy this month

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these defensive blue chips could be in the buy zone.

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International Stock News

Is Nvidia's momentum over? Here's what history says

| Adria Cimino

It's important for investors to look into the past... and ahead to the long term.

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Earnings Results

Block share price smashing the ASX 200 today amid $3 billion buyback

| Bernd Struben

Block shares are leaping higher on Friday even as the ASX 200 tanks.

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX uranium shares getting thrashed on Friday?

| James Mickleboro

It has been a terrible end to the week for these stocks. But why?

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Bank Shares

ANZ shares leapfrog NAB on lending leaderboard. Why it matters

| Zach Bristow

Could the tides be turning in the mortgage market?

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International Stock News

Nvidia stock sank overnight. Is it time to buy the dip?

| Keith Noonan

What's up next for Nvidia stock after an incredible run of volatility?

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Healthcare Shares

ResMed share price outperforms on strong Q4 update

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip is avoiding the market selloff on Friday. But why?

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Resources Shares

3 ASX mining stocks that could rise ~50%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks these stocks could dig up big returns for investors.

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Technology Shares

Is the DroneShield share price done falling?

| James Mickleboro

Is the worst over now? Let's find out whether its shares could soon rebound.

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Retail Shares

Are Wesfarmers shares still fundamentally expensive now?

| Tristan Harrison

Wesfarmers is one of Australia’s leading businesses. But does the price make sense?

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $5,000 in ASX 200 shares in August

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these top stocks are buys this month. But why?

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ETFs

5 market-beating ASX ETFs to buy this month

| James Mickleboro

These top funds have delivered the goods for investors over the last 12 months.

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Materials Shares

How much could $10,000 invested in Liontown Resources shares be worth next year?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if analysts think this lithium stock could be a good place to invest your money.

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Bank Shares

Own NAB shares? You've just had a great month.

| Sebastian Bowen

NAB shares smashed the market over July...

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