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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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Cheap Shares

2 'oversold' ASX shares to get onto right now at 'attractive entry levels'

| Tony Yoo

If the problem is temporary, it's the perfect opportunity for long-term investors to pick up a bargain.

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Small Cap Shares

3 'attractive' small-cap ASX shares ready to rocket in 2024

| Tony Yoo

They ended 2023 with a bang, but the gurus at IML reckon the smaller ASX businesses have more catching up…

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a wild day for investors on the ASX this Tuesday.

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Financial Shares

What can owners of GQG shares expect in the upcoming FY23 result?

| Tristan Harrison

The upcoming report could be solid.

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Technology Shares

How is the BrainChip share price rocketing 27% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own BrainChip shares, you're in for a treat today.

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Energy Shares

The Middle East, OPEC and the US: What can ASX 200 energy investors expect from the oil price in 2024?

| Bernd Struben

Oil and gas prices remain volatile as investors gauge the outlook for 2024.

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52-Week Highs

Big news: 15 ASX 200 shares smashing 52-week highs this Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

52-week highs are falling like flies on the ASX 200 today.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX tech stock is rocketing 16% on takeover news

| Mitchell Lawler

A pretty premium is being offered to acquire this little-known company.

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Materials Shares

How much could $10,000 invested in Core Lithium shares be worth next year?

| James Mickleboro

Would it be smart to your money into this beaten down lithium stock?

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Energy Shares

How another acquisition could boost Woodside shares following the collapse of the Santos deal

| Tristan Harrison

Could another takeover energise Woodside shares?

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Dividend Investing

This 6.7% ASX dividend stock pays cash every month

| Sebastian Bowen

This high-yield ETF will pay you every month you own it.

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the supersized CSL dividend

| Tristan Harrison

A very healthy payout is headed to shareholders.

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Share Gainers

Why Challenger, Hansen, JB Hi-Fi, and Temple & Webster shares are surging today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are catching the eye on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Market News

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| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

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Share Fallers

Why Breville, James Hardie, Seek, and Strike Energy shares are sinking like stones today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough time on Tuesday. But why?

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Resources Shares

BHP share price resilient ahead of Friday's strike action

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are marching higher today despite a looming workers’ strike on Friday.

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Earnings Results

2 ASX All Ords shares getting crushed on earnings results

| Bronwyn Allen

The share price of one of these companies is down by more than 10%.

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Earnings Results

Seek share price sinks 10% as hiring slowdown hits earnings

| Mitchell Lawler

Less ads for hire has reduced full-year expectations for this online employment marketplace.

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Healthcare Shares

How high could the ResMed share price climb?

| James Mickleboro

Can this rebounding stock continue to rise? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

If I'd invested $5,000 in this ASX mining stock a week ago I'd have $11,923 today!

| Bernd Struben

The little ASX mining stock has drawn rising interest from investors this past week.

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Energy Shares

Guess why this ASX 200 energy stock is crashing 30% today

| James Mickleboro

It hasn't been an easy day for shareholders of this energy stock.

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Materials Shares

How has the Arafura share price gained 13% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are reacting well to a big announcement yesterday evening.

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Earnings Results

Challenger share price rockets 10% on half-year earnings

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX investors are pleased with the investment manager's 16% profit boost in 1H FY24.

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Earnings Results

CSL shares tumble despite first-half earnings beat

| James Mickleboro

Why are investors hitting the sell button today?

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IPOs

Should you buy into an IPO or wait until shares start trading on the ASX?

| Sebastian Bowen

IPOs can be exciting, but also dangerous for investors.

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Earnings Results

Up 115% in a year, Temple & Webster share price soars again today on record revenue

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are bidding up the Temple & Webster share price on Tuesday.

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Earnings Results

Breville share price crashes 13% on guidance miss

| James Mickleboro

This appliance manufacturer's results have disappointed the market.

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Dividend Investing

Beginners: Here are 2 ASX dividend stocks to get your portfolio started!

| Tristan Harrison

I’d put these 2 stocks in the share shopping basket.

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Earnings Results

Macquarie share price sinks on 'substantially' lower profits

| James Mickleboro

This investment bank's profits remain down substantially compared to last year.

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Materials Shares

This ASX 200 mining stock is 'undervalued' and could rise 25%

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs sees heaps of value in this miner's shares.

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Dividend Investing

With a 12% yield, I think this potentially undervalued ASX dividend stock is amazing

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has been very rewarding when it comes to dividends.

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Bank Shares

Westpac shares at a 52-week high ahead of results: What's the market expecting?

| James Mickleboro

What is Australia's oldest bank going to report next week?

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Dividend Investing

Morgans names the best ASX 200 dividend shares to buy in February

| James Mickleboro

These top dividend shares tick a lot of boxes for analysts at Morgans.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL share price on watch amid 20% profit jump

| James Mickleboro

This biotech giant's half-year profits just topped US$2 billion

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Retirement

Will these ASX 200 shares help you retire rich?

| James Mickleboro

Goldman is saying good things about these retirement options.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares with 5%+ yields to buy now

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares could be in the buy zone according to analysts.

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Resources Shares

2 ASX lithium shares with cash to ride out the current depression

| Tony Yoo

The last 12 months have been a disaster for miners of the battery material. But this pair looks good for…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A better day is expected for investors on Tuesday.

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Investing Strategies

2 rejuvenated ASX 200 stocks with 'strong brands' ready to roar again

| Tony Yoo

When quality businesses can overcome temporary problems, it's an ideal time for investors to hitch a ride.

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ETFs

4 ASX ETFs to supercharge your portfolio in February

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs give investors access to a wide range of shares.

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