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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

Why these strong ASX ETFs could be top long term picks

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these ETFs could be great options for buy and hold investors.

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Opinions

3 reasons ASX uranium stocks can keep charging higher into 2025

| Bernd Struben

I think the recent sell-down in ASX uranium stocks has been overdone. Here’s why.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Share Market News

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up last week

| Bronwyn Allen

Consumer discretionary shares led the ASX 200 market sectors last week with a 0.36% gain.

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Resources Shares

This fund returned 30% per annum for 3 years. Here are the ASX shares it's buying now.

| Zach Bristow

These little known players could be gems, this fundie says.

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Dividend Investing

Tax-busters: 5 fully-franked ASX dividend shares I'd buy for FY25

| Sebastian Bowen

Fully-franked dividends can save you paying some tax this year...

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Bank Shares

What is the outlook for CBA shares in FY25?

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors bank on another good year from CBA in FY25?

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Opinions

3 reasons to be positive on ASX 200 shares in FY25 (and 3 to be wary)

| Bronwyn Allen

Vinay Ranjan from Airlie Funds Management says we should ignore market noise and buy quality stocks.

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Share Market News

Where Aussies are spending their money, and the ASX shares that could benefit

| Tristan Harrison

Households are still opening their wallets on certain categories.

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Retirement

3 steps to take for a rich retirement with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Following these steps could help you have a golden retirement.

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AI Stocks

2 'pick and shovel' ASX stocks to cash in on the AI megatrend

| Zach Bristow

The AI boom is finding many ASX beneficiaries.

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Technology Shares

Why Xero could be one the best shares to buy in the Asia-Pacific

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks very highly of this tech stock.

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Share Market News

With nothing in my savings account, I'd use Warren Buffett's golden rule to build wealth

| James Mickleboro

Here's how you could grow your wealth by following the Oracle of Omaha's golden rule.

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Superannuation

Saving tax through superannuation: What you need to know

| Bronwyn Allen

One in two Australians may be missing out on thousands of dollars in tax savings, new research shows.

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Broker Notes

These ASX shares could rise 25% to ~50%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could await buyers of these shares according to analysts.

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Opinions

2 outstanding ASX 200 shares to buy and hold for a decade

| Bernd Struben

I think these ASX 200 shares will continue to reward investors for years to come.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name 3 ASX dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these companies.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

What will happen to CSR shares next week?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a huge month for ASX veteran CSR this June...

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX shares with shareholder-friendly policies

| Kate Lee, CFA

Meet these two ASX dividend shares with excellent track records.

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AI Stocks

Top ASX AI stocks to buy in June 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

AI beneficiaries can come in all shapes and sizes!

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The markets ended the trading week on a sad note today.

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Materials Shares

Core Lithium share price hits a multi-year low: Will the tide change soon?

| James Mickleboro

Are analysts now seeing value emerge from the lithium miner's shares?

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ETFs

Records tumble! Hot ASX ETFs smash all-time highs again on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a little strange to see these ETFs hit new highs on a red day for the ASX...

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Energy Shares

What's put the wind up AGL shares on Friday?

| Tristan Harrison

AGL has outlined where it expects to invest for the energy transition.

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Dividend Investing

Medibank shares: Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Medibank stock offers a decent dividend yield today.

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Opinions

Down 40% in under 3 years, is the Lynas share price due a bounce?

| Kate Lee, CFA

Is there any hope for Lynas shares?

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 shares going gangbusters in June

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors have sent these three stocks soaring in June. But why?

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Share Market News

Is there any chance of an interest rate cut in Australia next week?

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's what the experts think will happen.

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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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ETFs

16% per annum: What is the VanEck Wide Moat ETF's secret sauce?

| Sebastian Bowen

This Buffett-inspired ETF has delivered mind-blowing performance.

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Dividend Investing

Does DroneShield stock pay dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Dividends would be the cherry on top for DroneShield's lucky investors.

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Share Fallers

Why Core Lithium, Deterra Royalties, Northern Star, and Opthea shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

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

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 stock nosedives 10% on new lithium play

| Zach Bristow

Investors have hit the sell button after news from the mining royalty company this morning.

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Share Gainers

Why Boss Energy, Judo Capital, Life360, and Paladin Energy shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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International Stock News

Which 'other' US AI stock is soaring this week?

| Howard Smith

This US AI stock is following Nvidia's footsteps in more than one way.

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IPOs

Is Guzman y Gomez stock too expensive?

| James Mickleboro

Should you stay clear of this hot IPO?

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Broker Notes

Why these 3 ASX 200 shares just earned substantial broker upgrades

| Bernd Struben

Top brokers just increased their share price forecasts for these three ASX 200 shares. But why?

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Broker Notes

See why this broker just upgraded South32 shares to a buy

| Zach Bristow

Commodity prices continue to create tailwinds for ASX stocks.

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International Stock News

Warren Buffett meets AI: Is Berkshire Hathaway prepared for technological disruption?

| George Budwell

Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio may contain underappreciated AI-associated risks.

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Materials Shares

Brickworks share price jumps on big Soul Patts news

| Tristan Harrison

Brickworks has just built more stability to its business.

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