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Opinions

One ASX share to buy today to ride the 30% forecast surge in the S&P 500

| Bernd Struben

If these experts have it right, the S&P 500 is set to continue rewarding investors with outsized gains.

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Earnings Results

Sonic share price sinks after first-half profit crash

| James Mickleboro

The healthcare company's profits have almost halved.

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Bank Shares

ANZ shares tumble despite Suncorp Bank takeover approval

| James Mickleboro

The Australian Competition Tribunal has finally given the deal the thumbs up.

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ETFs

Here are 3 exciting ASX tech ETFs to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs give investors access to some quality tech stocks.

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Retail Shares

Here's why this ASX small-cap share could be a big winner

| Tristan Harrison

This small business could benefit from a market rerating.

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Materials Shares

BHP share price on watch amid 86% profit decline and dividend cut

| James Mickleboro

Here's how the Big Australian performed during the first half.

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Bank Shares

Are Westpac shares a buy following the bank's results?

| James Mickleboro

Is now a good time to snap up this banking giant's shares?

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Blue Chip Shares

ASX blue chip shares: The best of the best for February 2024

| James Mickleboro

These top stocks are strong buys according to analysts.

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Dividend Investing

$5k to invest buys me 700 shares in these 2 ASX stocks for a second income!

| Tony Yoo

You don't need a lot of money to start a steady flow of cash flowing into your bank account.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Telstra and these ASX 200 dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are saying good things about these income shares.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

It's a big day for results on the ASX 200 on Monday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A fund manager is betting on this ASX 300 stock. Is it a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

WAM has picked out a compelling stock to buy.

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Resources Shares

2 battered ASX mining shares to buy for cheap right now

| Tony Yoo

The global economy is set to improve in the coming year. That's why one expert is seeing a huge 58%…

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Retirement

Retirees: Here's how to boost your pension in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

I’d look to these areas for additional income.

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Share Gainers

2 rocketing ASX shares you need to think about getting on board

| Tony Yoo

Just because a stock has surged already doesn't mean it can't do so in the future.

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Bank Shares

High rates, falling profits: Why are ASX bank shares losing out this reporting season?

| Tristan Harrison

What’s happening to banks this reporting season?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a mildly positive start to the trading week for ASX shares today.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals shares could drop 12% on upcoming results if history repeats itself

| Sebastian Bowen

Pilbara investors might be nervous heading into this earnings season.

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Blue Chip Shares

Buy these top ASX 200 stocks for 18%+ returns

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares to rise strongly from current levels.

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Bank Shares

How will ANZ shares react to a big week of ASX news?

| Sebastian Bowen

ANZ shares got some good news today, but might get even better news tomorrow.

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Share Fallers

Why Lendlease, New Hope, Nuix, and Orora shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why A2 Milk, APM, Boral, and Reliance Worldwide shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a good session on Monday. But why?

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Dividend Investing

On the hunt for passive income? Here's what you need to know about the record Ampol dividend

| Bernd Struben

Following today’s record declaration, Ampol shares trade on a juicy 7.2% dividend yield.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Star Group share price is frozen in further Sydney license limbo

| James Mickleboro

The drama isn't over for this casino operator in Sydney.

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Bank Shares

Why are Westpac shares leaping ahead of rival ASX 200 bank stocks on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors have been poring over Westpac’s quarterly results today.

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the record Cochlear dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

The latest Cochlear dividend will disappoint no one.

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Bank Shares

You need to act fast if you want to receive the next CBA dividend

| James Mickleboro

It's almost payday for the banking giant's shareholders.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 stock is surging 9% on robust cash generation?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX 200 stock amid a sharp decline in debt and an on-market share buyback.

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Earnings Results

Nuix share price sinks 15% after swinging to half-year loss

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is having a poor start to the week after releasing its results.

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Value Investing

3 Australian value stocks to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks are capable of beating the market.

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Earnings Results

Cochlear share price falls despite 29% dividend boost

| Sebastian Bowen

Cochlear has reported some big numbers today.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

APM shares rocket 73% after rejecting $1.5b takeover

| James Mickleboro

$1.5 billion wasn't enough for this company's board.

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Earnings Results

ASX 200 energy stock Ampol charging higher on record 2023 sales

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are bidding up the Ampol share price on Monday.

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Opinions

This is the best ASX share buy I've made in my superannuation fund

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has been an amazing investment so far.

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Resources Shares

Will Fortescue stock be worth more than CBA by 2026?

| Tristan Harrison

The resources giant has done a wonderful job of growing. Can it keep going?

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Earnings Results

Why this ASX All Ords share leaping 20% despite a big dent in profits

| James Mickleboro

Falling reported profits aren't putting investors off this stock.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares under $50 new investors can buy confidently

| Tristan Harrison

I like these stocks for both growth and dividend potential.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Invest like a Roman general

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Humility is something to be cultivated in all walks of life.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend share is forecast to pay a 9% yield in 2026

| Tristan Harrison

This stock could be a cash cow for passive income.

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