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Cryptocurrencies

Why did the Bitcoin price just plunge 6%?

| Bernd Struben

Bitcoin and Ethereum both just got walloped. But why?

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Superannuation

How much passive income could I earn from a $650,000 superannuation balance?

| Samantha Menzies

Your superannuation balance could contribute a handy additional passive income to live off in retirement.

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Materials Shares

Down 6% today: What's going on with the James Hardie share price?

| Samantha Menzies

Can the shares keep tumbling?

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Retail Shares

JB Hi-Fi vs Harvey Norman: Which dividend stock wins?

| Laura Stewart

Comparing JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman shares: which ASX giant wins on dividend yield and value?

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Healthcare Shares

Could this ASX biotech really jump more than 150%? One broker thinks so

| Cameron England

A key clinical trial could be a big catalyst for this company.

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Retirement

Why this ASX share is a retiree's dream for FY27

| Tristan Harrison

This business offers a number of positives for retiree investors.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX shares with dividend yields above 10%

| Tristan Harrison

I think the market is underestimating these stocks with huge yields.

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Real Estate Shares

Brookfield moves to acquire Reliance Worldwide Corporation at a 43% premium

| Laura Stewart

Reliance Worldwide shares are in focus as Brookfield struck a US$3.38 per share takeover deal with a 43% premium and…

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Broker Notes

Netwealth shares could be set to rise 60% in the next 12 months – Expert

| Aaron Bell

This could be a value play after key acquisition.

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Materials Shares

IperionX validates GenX™ titanium production: Major efficiency gains

| Laura Stewart

IperionX has validated its GenX™ platform, delivering major improvements in titanium production efficiency and paving the way for industrial-scale development.

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Real Estate Shares

Vicinity Centres: 2026 Capability Showcase highlights Chadstone and Chatswood Chase

| Laura Stewart

Vicinity Centres boasts gains from Chadstone and Chatswood Chase upgrades, highlighting premium asset focus and solid financial health in 2026.

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Superannuation

The average superannuation balance at age 66 in Australia, versus what you actually need to retire

| Samantha Menzies

Is your balance on track?

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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear vs Pro Medicus: Which beaten-down ASX healthcare share is the better buy today?

| Laura Stewart

We compare Cochlear and Pro Medicus after major share price declines. See which ASX healthcare stock I’d lean towards today.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Do this before the bubble bursts

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Prepare, don't predict.

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Healthcare Shares

Are Telix shares a buy after its big US FDA news?

| James Mickleboro

Telix announced some big news this week.

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Industrials Shares

James Hardie lifts guidance and details long-term growth at 2026 Investor Day

| Laura Stewart

James Hardie lifts its free cash flow target and reaffirms guidance at its 2026 Investor Day.

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How to invest

How to make $26,000 of passive income from ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

The share market is a great place to make an extra income.

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Energy Shares

Is the PLS Group share price a buy in September?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this lithium business an attractive buy today?

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Industrials Shares

Infratil hikes earnings guidance as data centre growth accelerates

| Laura Stewart

Infratil raised its earnings outlook as surging demand for data centres boosts growth across its portfolio.

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Dividend Investing

3 excellent ASX dividend shares with 5.5% to 7.7% yields

| James Mickleboro

Looking for big yields? These shares could be well worth a closer look.

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Superannuation

How much of my superannuation do I need to invest to earn $60,000 of passive income in 2027?

| Bernd Struben

For $60,000 of passive income in 2027, how much superannuation do I need to invest now?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

3 ASX ETFs for easy artificial intelligence (AI) exposure

| James Mickleboro

Want to invest in AI shares? Here are three ways you could do it.

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Growth Shares

2 top ASX shares to buy and hold for the next decade

| Tristan Harrison

I think long-term investing with these stocks is the way to go.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX passive income share ideas I'd use to generate $200 a month in 2027

| Tristan Harrison

I like how these stocks are growing their payouts year after year.

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ASX Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market rebound from yesterday's weakness? Let's find out.

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Healthcare Shares

These 2 ASX healthcare shares just jumped up to 15%. Here's why

| Marc Van Dinther

These high-beta healthcare stocks swing hard on catalysts.

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Broker Notes

Up 67%! Is it too late to buy the rally in Guzman Y Gomez shares now?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the surging Guzman Y Gomez share price.

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Energy Shares

2 ASX energy companies Macquarie says can jump more than 37%

| Cameron England

These companies have been kicking goals.

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Broker Notes

Sell alert! Why this expert is calling time on Woolworths and CBA shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert believes investors would do well to exit their Woolworths and CBA share holdings. But why?

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Technology Shares

Codan vs Droneshield shares: Which is the better buy?

| Laura Stewart

Codan and Droneshield are both Aussie tech names, but only one shines in 2026—here’s my verdict on which I’d buy.

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Investing Strategies

Worried about a downturn? 3 ASX shares and 3 ETFs built to weather it

| Marc Van Dinther

No explosive growth here, that's the point of defensive investing.

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ASX Share Market News

Brokers tip these 3 ASX shares to climb between 50% and 122% in the next 12 months

| Samantha Menzies

These ASX shares look significantly undervalued.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Is this the best value stock amongst the ASX consumer discretionary sector?

| Aaron Bell

This stock could be primed for a rebound.

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Technology Shares

DroneShield shares just hit a new low. Is the only way up from here?

| Marc Van Dinther

Risk-takers may see opportunity here. Others should just watch.

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Technology Shares

This ASX water technology stock could jump 45% Morgans says

| Cameron England

This company remains a solid bet despite a recent hiccup.

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Superannuation

How much superannuation do I need to earn $70,000 per year in passive income?

| Cameron England

Planning early is the key to a well-funded retirement.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were back to hitting the sell button this Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

Forget CBA shares! Buy these ASX dividend shares instead for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

CBA would not be my choice for dividends.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Domino's Pizza, Telix Pharmaceuticals, Westfarmers shares

| Samantha Menzies

Brokers have given their verdicts on these ASX shares.

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Opinions

SpaceX shares are flying. Here's the price I'd wait for

| Aaron Teboneras

SpaceX is on my watchlist, but I’m staying patient.

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