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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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Bank Shares

How big will the NAB dividend be in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Will this banking giant offer another big yield next year?

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Opinions

If I inherited $100,000, these are the ASX shares I'd buy for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are my pick for investment income.

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Resources Shares

The pros and cons of investing in BHP shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the potential of this investment.

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Healthcare Shares

Are CSL shares good value at current prices?

| James Mickleboro

Is this blue chip a star buy for 2024? Let's see what analysts are saying.

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Dividend Investing

My top no-brainer, high-yield ASX dividend stock to buy for 2024

| Tristan Harrison

This stock ticks all of my dividend boxes.

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ETFs

3 of the best ASX ETFs to buy in 2024

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these ETFs could be good options for investors next year.

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REITs

Are Centuria Office REIT shares like buying $1 coins for 50 cents?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this REIT ridiculously cheap?

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ETFs

Is now a good time to buy the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) for 2024?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a good time to invest in global shares?

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Growth Shares

Big returns could be coming for these ASX 200 growth shares in 2024

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have buy ratings on these growth shares for a reason.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Why are short sellers betting on these ASX shares falling?

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How to invest

With no savings at 50, I'd follow Warren Buffett's approach to build wealth

| James Mickleboro

Following Buffett's lead could help you build a significant investment portfolio.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX 200 dividend shares to buy this week

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these could be top income options for investors.

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Investing Strategies

Could investing $10,000 in this ASX 200 share make you a millionaire?

| Tony Yoo

Turning $10k into seven figures could seem like magic, but stock investors can do it with thorough research and patience.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the ASX 200 on Wednesday.

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Opinions

How my top 10 ASX stock picks performed in 2023 and 1 valuable lesson

| Mitchell Lawler

How an investor with a 50% strike rate can still beat the market. Here's proof it is possible.

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Resources Shares

Will the lithium price surge in 2024?

| Tony Yoo

The hot investment theme of the past few years plunged this year. So what will become of the critical battery…

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Materials Shares

What Goldman Sachs is saying about Core Lithium shares after its crash

| James Mickleboro

Is this lithium miner a buy after Friday's sell-off?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Can Woolworths shares deliver big returns in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

This supermarket giant has beaten the market in 2023. Can it do the same next year?

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Energy Shares

Will ASX uranium shares surge again in 2024?

| Tony Yoo

2023 was a massive year for the nuclear fuel. Can next year deliver another spectacular climb?

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How to invest

How I'd aim to turn $10k into $1 million with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Want to be a millionaire? Here's one pathway you could take.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to buy after the Christmas break

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs offer investors easy access to all kinds of companies.

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 11,708 shares of this ASX 200 stock to aim for $200 a month of sustainable income!

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is a strong pick for big dividends.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX shares that raised their dividends in 2023

| Tristan Harrison

It was pleasing dividend growth from these stocks.

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Opinions

Received money for Christmas? Here's which ASX shares I'd buy

| Tristan Harrison

ASX shares might just be the perfect Christmas present for yourself.

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Resources Shares

Will ASX copper shares surge in 2024?

| Tony Yoo

2023 was disappointing for those who predicted copper would surge. How's the outlook for next year?

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave the thumbs up to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I'd buy with $6,000 right now

| Tristan Harrison

I rate these stocks as opportunities.

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Broker Notes

Analysts say these ASX 200 shares can rise 30% to 50%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be good options for investors next year.

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Resources Shares

Will ASX iron ore shares surge in 2024?

| Tony Yoo

The global price for the commodity has surprised this year, but analysts have been 'sceptical' this far.

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Retirement

Retirees: 2 reliable ASX shares for steady passive income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these income shares.

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ETFs

3 top ASX ETFs to buy for income in 2024

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these ETFs for next year.

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Dividend Investing

5 ASX dividend shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these dividend payers.

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Bank Shares

If I invest $10,000 in Westpac shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Would this banking giant be a good option for income investors next year?

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Investing Strategies

Instead of gold, I'd buy fallen ASX 200 shares and aim to retire 12 years early!

| Tristan Harrison

Buying beaten-up quality stocks can make a big difference to long-term returns.

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Share Market News

Revealed: The top 10 stocks on Instagram and TikTok

| Tony Yoo

Are you curious about what stocks other investors are thinking about? Now you no longer need to wonder.

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Share Market News

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

| Tony Yoo

The index pushed 0.8% higher the past five days, but which industry led the charge for Australian investors?

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Some Christmas thoughts

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

A little perspective this Christmas might be useful.

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Share Market News

Why these 4 ASX 200 shares grabbed the Motley Fool's headlines this week

| Bernd Struben

A lucrative market potentially reopening, a major cost cutting program, and a $1.3 billion asset sale saw these ASX 200…

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Dividend Investing

3 quality ASX 300 dividend shares to buy for your income portfolio

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares could be top options for income investors according to brokers.

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Materials Shares

Bell Potter says these ASX lithium stocks can rise 80%+ in 2024

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for owners of these shares next year.

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