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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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Bank Shares

Why Bank of Queensland shares are now playing catch-up by cutting

| Zach Bristow

The bank is leaning up its operating structure.

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Earnings Results

This ASX 200 tech stock is smashing the benchmark on Wednesday. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX 200 tech stock soaring today. But why?

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Capital Raising

Guess which ASX All Ords stock is leaping 9% after raising $60 million

| Mitchell Lawler

This fast-growing company is maintaining a lean balance sheet while making an accretive acquisition.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 healthcare stock just leapt 9% following its FY 2024 results

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 healthcare stock is soaring following its full-year results. But why?

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Earnings Results

Brambles share price hits record high on strong FY24 results

| Kate Lee, CFA

Brambles shares are rocketing on strong FY24 results and share buyback plans.

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International Stock News

It isn't just Apple: Warren Buffett could be souring on this other megacap stock

| Matt Frankel

Warren Buffett was a big net seller of stocks in the second quarter. But it's important not to overlook this…

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Earnings Results

ASX 200 building stock slides as profits crumble in FY24

| Zach Bristow

The company's results were softer than expected.

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Earnings Results

Why is this ASX All Ords share soaring 28% today?

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited today? Let's find out.

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Earnings Results

ASX 200 travel stock tumbles as FY 2024 results miss expectations

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 travel stock is under heavy selling pressure on Wednesday. But why?

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Earnings Results

Charter Hall share price rockets 14% as FY24 results outshine

| Zach Bristow

The company sees opportunities on the horizon.

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Bank Shares

Why is the CBA share price tumbling today?

| James Mickleboro

What's going on with the banking giant's shares today?

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Earnings Results

Bapcor share price lifts as FY24 results impress

| Zach Bristow

The company is focused on cost savings moving forward.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

The secret of stock market success in a single picture

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

It’s the most wonderful time of the year.

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Earnings Results

Breville share price explodes 8% on strong FY24 profits

| Zach Bristow

The company reported another year of growth in FY24.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 stock is down 10% after reporting its FY 2024 results

| James Mickleboro

Investors are hitting the sell button in response to the company's full year results.

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Earnings Results

WiseTech share price rockets 17% on soaring profits and growth outlook

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are sending the WiseTech share price soaring following the tech company’s FY 2024 results.

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Earnings Results

Santos share price slips as revenues slide in H1 FY24

| Zach Bristow

The company also declared a record interim dividend.

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Earnings Results

Domino's share price sinks on results and FY25 underperformance

| James Mickleboro

This pizza chain operator continues to struggle and investors aren't happy.

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Energy Shares

Do you own Woodside shares? Here's what to expect from its half-year results

| James Mickleboro

What will the energy giant report next week? Let's find out.

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BNPL shares

Zip shares and FY24 earnings: What should we expect?

| Zach Bristow

Let's see what might be in store.

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Earnings Results

IAG share price in focus as insurance profit jumps 79% in FY24

| Zach Bristow

The. insurance giant posted a large jump in insurance profit.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX shares to buy now and hold for the next 5 years

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these two stocks.

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Investing Strategies

Here are my top ASX 200 shares to buy right now

| Zach Bristow

These companies are poised to continue their ascent, in my view.

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ETFs

Should you buy these high-performing ASX ETFs today?

| Sebastian Bowen

High returns don't always make for a sure thing...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Own Woolworths shares? Here's your FY 2024 results preview

| James Mickleboro

What is the market expecting from this supermarket next week?

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Dividend Investing

Why brokers love these ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

They have good things to say about these income options.

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Investing Strategies

2 soaring ASX 200 stocks to buy now

| Zach Bristow

These stocks show no signs of slowing anytime soon, according to brokers.

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How to invest

2 top ASX 200 shares I'd consider holding for a lifetime

| Bernd Struben

Like Warren Buffett, we all want to find stocks we can buy and hold onto forever.

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Bank Shares

Forget Westpac and buy this ASX bank stock

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks investors should be buying this bank stock.

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Broker Notes

Time to jump on this top ASX 200 share down to 52-week lows?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this beaten down stock could be dirt cheap at current levels.

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Dividend Investing

Retirees: 3 ASX dividend shares to buy now for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these income options could be top options right now.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Is the winning streak going to continue today? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Suncorp, Westpac, and Reece shares: Buy, sell, or hold?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what Morgans is saying about these ASX 200 shares.

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Broker Notes

Go long on these 2 ASX 200 shares: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

Looking for investment ideas?

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Resources Shares

Own Fortescue shares? Here's your preview for the FY24 result

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the forecasts for the financials.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX recorded its eighth day of gains in a row this Tuesday.

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Bank Shares

Last chance to buy Bank of Queensland shares on the cheap?

| Zach Bristow

The bank is pushing towards its 52 week highs.

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Share Market News

Which ASX 200 directors just bought more shares in their companies?

| Bronwyn Allen

One of these directors invested almost $300,000 in their first trade in almost 4 years.

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Investing Strategies

2 soaring ASX shares that show zero signs of slowing

| Zach Bristow

These names are quietly pushing their way north.

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Defensive Shares

2 ASX shares to confidently buy now and hold forever

| Zach Bristow

Long-term thinking is the key with these two ASX names.

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