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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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Materials Shares

Mineral Resources share price lower on lithium acquisition news

| James Mickleboro

Mineral Resources is looking to snap up a mine in Western Australia.

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Resources Shares

Why did the Rio Tinto share price crumble 4% in August?

| Tristan Harrison

The HY23 result may have sparked investor pessimism.

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Gold

Why did this ASX 300 gold share just crash 30%?

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner is having a difficult day. But why?

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Gold

Guess which ASX mining share just exploded 78% on a 'spectacularly wide' discovery

| Bernd Struben

The ASX mining share reported 'spectacularly wide' and high-grade intersections from its exploration campaign.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's why the Coles share price dived 10% in August

| Sebastian Bowen

Coles shares went backwards last month thanks to its lacklustre earnings.

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Capital Raising

ASX 200 stock Orora announces $2.2 billion acquisition and mega cap raise

| Bronwyn Allen

Orora expects the acquisition to be EPS accretive in the first full financial year of ownership.

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Materials Shares

Can the Core Lithium share price turn the corner this month?

| James Mickleboro

Winter wasn't kind to Core Lithium, but will spring bring a new beginning?

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Gold

Why is the Northern Star share price sliding on Tuesday?

| Bernd Struben

Shares in the gold miner are underperforming the benchmark today.

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Dividend Investing

Why is the Pilbara Minerals share price sinking today?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner's shares are under pressure today. But why?

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Resources Shares

Guess which ASX 200 iron ore director just sold $12 million worth of company shares

| Bronwyn Allen

This miner's share price has dropped 21% in 6 months, so why is the chair selling at this price?

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Bank Shares

Westpac share price slips as ASIC brings the bite

| Mitchell Lawler

The corporate watchdog is showing it's not playing around when it comes to lender's obligations as cost-of-living and interest rates…

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Travel Shares

Qantas share price higher on surprise CEO change

| James Mickleboro

The market has responded positively to some big news out of the Flying Kangaroo.

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Opinions

Would I buy CBA shares above $100 right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to buy shares of Australia’s biggest bank?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Is the Liontown takeover a good deal for shareholders?

| James Mickleboro

Should shareholders be happy with Albemarle's offer?

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Opinions

Why Lovisa shares look like a strong, long-term buy to me

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why this investment could sparkle.

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Retail Shares

Why did the Wesfarmers share price leap 9% in August while the ASX 200 fell?

| Tristan Harrison

Investors seemed to love the FY23 result.

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Share Market News

Qantas shares on watch following shock Alan Joyce exit

| James Mickleboro

The Qantas CEO's takeoff is imminent!

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares to buy with 6%+ dividend yields: brokers

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these could be top options for income investors this month.

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Financial Shares

Own IAG shares? Here's what's happening in September

| Tristan Harrison

It’s soon going to be payday for shareholders.

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Investing Strategies

This ASX lithium stock just triggered a 'buy signal'

| Tony Yoo

When commodity prices eventually recover, this investment could result in a windfall.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares I rate as buys for their big potential

| Tristan Harrison

These companies are seeing pleasing demand for their technology offerings.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

'A short squeeze could unfold': Bullish ASX 200 stock also paying 6.4% dividend yield

| Tony Yoo

This retail giant has long had an image problem among investors, but this could work favourably for those willing to…

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Cheap Shares

'Buying opportunity': 2 ASX 200 shares to buy for dirt cheap right now

| Tony Yoo

You look for bargains elsewhere in life, so why not for stock investments?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is set to have a softer session on Tuesday.

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Investing Strategies

How I'd invest $350 monthly in ASX shares to target $55,000 in annual passive income

| Tony Yoo

A fat cheque in your mail each year for doing nothing is actually a realistic goal, with the help of…

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ETFs

2 top ASX ETFs for growth and income investors

| James Mickleboro

These top ETFs allow investors to buy very different types of shares.

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Financial Shares

Why did the AMP share price leap 12% in August while the ASX 200 took a dive?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors sent the AMP share price sharply higher in August.

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Blue Chip Shares

Are these ASX 200 shares top buys this month?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what analysts are saying about these well-known shares.

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Dividend Investing

Why is the Bendigo Bank share price falling?

| James Mickleboro

This regional bank's shares are falling on Monday. But why?

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Materials Shares

Which lithium miner has just been added to the ASX 100 index?

| James Mickleboro

A retail giant is making way for a lithium miner in the ASX 100 index.

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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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Travel Shares

Own Qantas shares? Here's what's coming up for the ASX 200 airline in September

| Bernd Struben

Qantas shares could face headwinds on several fronts in September.

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Share Fallers

Why Lake Resources, Leo Lithium, Skycity, and Tyro shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough start to the week. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Cettire, Genesis Minerals, Liontown, and Weebit Nano shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these shares are starting the week with a bang.

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Communication Shares

Why did the Telstra share price tumble 6% in August?

| James Mickleboro

This telco giant fell out of favour with investors last month. But why?

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Share Gainers

Weebit Nano share price leaping 15% amid momentous entry

| Bernd Struben

Shares in the tech company have gained a whopping 65% in a year and are going gangbusters again today.

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Energy Shares

Why did the Woodside share price underperform the ASX 200 in August?

| Tristan Harrison

What caused Woodside’s share price to power down last month?

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Share Fallers

Why is this ASX All Ords share cascading 16% on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords share is under heavy selling pressure today.

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Blue Chip Shares

Which ASX blue chips are the top trusted brands in Australia?

| James Mickleboro

Which brands are in favour with consumers right now?

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Share Market News

Why uranium could be the next boost for Soul Pattinson shares

| Tristan Harrison

Nuclear energy may be the next focus for the investment house.

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