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Opinions

2 of my top ASX 200 shares to consider buying before April

| Sebastian Bowen

I would happily exchange dollars for these two shares right now.

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Dividend Investing

I'd spend $8k on these ASX 200 shares today to target a $6,102 annual passive income

| Bernd Struben

I believe these ASX 200 shares will continue rewarding passive income investors for years to come.

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Materials Shares

ASX mining in April 2024: The best stock to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Bell Potter think this mining stock could offer big returns.

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ETFs

Want the latest dividend from the Vanguard Australia Shares ETF (VAS)? Here's what you have to do

| Sebastian Bowen

If you want to bag the latest VAS dividend, here's what you need to do.

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Materials Shares

The Core Lithium share is down 27% in March: What's next?

| James Mickleboro

Times have been hard for this lithium miner's shareholders. Will things improve?

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Share Market News

Boom! ASX 200 blasts to new record highs

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors just sent the benchmark index into uncharted territory.

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52-Week Highs

13 ASX 200 shares at 52-week highs

| James Mickleboro

These shares are making their shareholders smile on Thursday.

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Share Market News

Goldman Sachs says these ASX tech stocks can rise 18% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

The broker sees big returns on offer from these shares.

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Bank Shares

Are Westpac shares a buy following the bank's big tech update?

| James Mickleboro

Is now a good time to buy the banking giant's shares? Let's find out.

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Dividend Investing

Investing for passive income? Keep any eye out for that boosted Telstra dividend today!

| Bernd Struben

If you own Telstra shares, keep an eye out for that juicy dividend payout today.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords shares up 50%+ in March

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares have been on fire this month. But why?

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Materials Shares

Why it's a great day to own BHP shares

| James Mickleboro

The Big Australian's shareholders have reason to smile on Thursday.

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Technology Shares

3 of the best ASX tech shares to buy and hold until 2030

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks have exciting futures.

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Bank Shares

Own CBA shares? It's payday for you!

| Tristan Harrison

A dividend is heading to CBA shareholders’ bank accounts.

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Communication Shares

Is Telstra stock a buy, sell, or hold?

| Sebastian Bowen

Do experts rate Telstra as a buy or a sell?

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Cheap Shares

Is Qantas a bargain ASX 200 stock today?

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Goldman Sachs think the Flying Kangaroo could be dirt cheap.

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ETFs

Why these ASX income ETFs could be top options

| James Mickleboro

Here's how investors can use ETFs to generate income.

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Opinions

Why I bought this ASX 200 stock instead of Woolworths

| Tristan Harrison

I decided to put this stock in my shopping basket over Woolies.

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Share Market News

Buy ANZ and this ASX dividend share now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have put buy ratings on these income options.

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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 good session for Aussie investors today.

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Retail Shares

Why I just sold half my shares in this ASX 300 stock even though I still love it!

| Tristan Harrison

I’m still a big fan of this business.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX blue-chip shares I'd buy with $3,000 right now

| Tristan Harrison

These are large businesses with compelling futures.

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Dividend Investing

Invest $12,000 in Woodside stock and get $5,700 in passive income

| Tony Yoo

Reliable dividend shares are everywhere on the ASX. Here's how you could use that to your advantage.

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Technology Shares

If I'd put $5,000 in Block shares 5 months ago, here's what I'd have now

| James Mickleboro

Was it a good idea to invest in this payments stock five months ago?

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Cheap Shares

1 secretly cheap ASX 200 stock I'm buying for the long run

| Tony Yoo

The best performer on the index last year has had a poor start to 2024. Let's examine whether this is…

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Opinions

Here's why I think the Resmed share price should be 18% higher

| Mitchell Lawler

Just because a company's share price has gone up doesn't mean it's no longer good value.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 enjoyed a spirited recovery this Wednesday.

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Index investing

3 top ASX index funds to buy now

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these index funds are well worth a look right now.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX 300 dividend shares to buy in April

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been named as buys by brokers and tipped to offer very attractive yields.

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Growth Shares

Here are the top five ASX 200 shares in Macquarie's model growth portfolio

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares are highly rated by analysts at Macquarie.

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Resources Shares

Down 14% in 2024, why is the BHP share price sliding again today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are bidding down the BHP share price on Wednesday.

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Share Market News

Expert: This is where the S&P 500 is going next

| Sebastian Bowen

Can the American markets climb even higher in 2024?

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Share Gainers

Why Mesoblast, Patriot Battery Metals, Sigma, and Zip shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on hump day. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why 29Metals, Brainchip, Platinum, and Premier Investments shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough time on hump day.

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Dividend Investing

Own Domino's shares? Today is pay day!

| Bernd Struben

Eligible Domino’s shareholders can expect some welcome passive income today.

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Opinions

3 top income-focused ASX shares to buy before April

| Mitchell Lawler

I'd bolster my income by buying these dividend-payers before the next month rolls around.

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Share Market News

Why ASX 200 investors are celebrating today's Aussie inflation print

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors sent the benchmark index sharply higher on Australia’s inflation news.

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Dividend Investing

The 8% yield ASX 200 dividend stock insiders are buying up big

| James Mickleboro

Insiders have been buying this dividend stock and could receive big pay checks in the near future.

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Energy Shares

Own Ampol shares? Get ready for your monster dividend payment

| Sebastian Bowen

Ampol investors are about to enjoy their largest-ever dividend.

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