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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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Opinions

3 top ASX shares with high dividend growth to buy in 2023 and hold forever

| Tristan Harrison

Shareholders are getting huge pay rises from these stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say these ASX dividend stocks are top buys for an income portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Here's what sort of yields you can expect from these buy-rated dividend shares.

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources shares dip as company aims to 'maximise potential' of its lithium portfolio

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 mining giant wants to grow its three lithium operations while also buying up junior lithium explorers.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing finish to this Thursday for ASX investors.

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ETFs

2 ASX ETFs to buy for an income boost

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs could be quality options for income investors.

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Gold

4 top precious metals stocks to buy on the ASX today

| James Mickleboro

These stocks could be golden additions to your portfolio according to brokers.

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Opinions

Why I'd invest $10,000 in these 3 ASX stocks before the next market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares might actually go up if there's a market crash...

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Technology Shares

Goldman Sachs has just put buy ratings on these ASX tech shares

| James Mickleboro

These could be the tech shares to buy according to the broker.

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Share Fallers

Why AMP, ANZ, Atlantic Lithium, and Sonic shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are not having a great time on Thursday.

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Capital Raising

Why did this ASX 200 insurance stock just go into a trading halt?

| Bronwyn Allen

This company just announced a capital raise, an acquisition, a trading update, and upgraded guidance for FY24.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares struggling today amid soaring US oil stockpiles

| Bernd Struben

The United States now counts as the world’s top oil producing nation.

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Share Gainers

Why Aristocrat, Galan Lithium, Graincorp, and Vulcan Energy shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are defying the market weakness on Thursday.

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Opinions

How I'm getting ready for a stock market rally

| Sebastian Bowen

Successful investing means always planning ahead...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A2 Milk CEO: 'I understand shareholders are disappointed with the share price'

| Bronwyn Allen

The infant milk formula company held its annual general meeting today.

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Healthcare Shares

ASX 200 healthcare stock tumbles amid $200 million US acquisition

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 healthcare company is acquiring a US medical technology business.

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Energy Shares

When will Karoon Energy shares return to trade?

| James Mickleboro

This energy company is planning something very big. Here's the lowdown.

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Cheap Shares

Looking for cheap ASX shares? Here's a pick from Scott Phillips (despite the current recession risk!)

| Sebastian Bowen

Scott Phillips discusses what he reckons is a cheap ASX share right now...

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Share Market News

ASX 200 investors take the latest Aussie jobs data in stride

| Bernd Struben

The Australian Bureau of Statistics released the latest unemployment figures this morning.

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Materials Shares

Will BHP shares beat the market in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Is 2024 going to be a good year for shareholders of the Big Australian?

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX lithium stock surged 30% on news of a deal with one of the world's largest miners

| James Mickleboro

Mining behemoth is taking 100% of this lithium developer's premium lithium chloride concentrate.

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Share Market News

What is the 2024 outlook for the ASX 200?

| Tristan Harrison

Will Australia be the lucky country again in 2024?

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Travel Shares

GUILTY: Qantas shares plunge after criminal conviction

| Tony Yoo

A health and safety representative was sacked after he asked for better protection for staff cleaning planes from China.

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Share Market News

These ASX All Ords shares are making big moves in opposite directions on news

| James Mickleboro

What's sending these shares higher and lower on Thursday?

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Energy Shares

Santos share price wobbles as federal court stirs uncertainty on Barossa pipeline

| Bernd Struben

Santos has responded to the latest federal court ruling on its stalled $5.8 billion Barossa gas project pipeline.

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Bank Shares

Why are ANZ shares sinking into the red today?

| James Mickleboro

It isn't bad news that is weighing on this bank's shares today.

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Dividend Investing

Want to bank the latest Soul Patts dividend hike? Here's why you should hurry

| Sebastian Bowen

The latest Soul Patts dividend train is about to depart.

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Financial Shares

AMP share price sinks 11% despite digital bank plans

| James Mickleboro

AMP is betting big on digital small business banking.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 stock is rising after announcing a special dividend with its FY23 results

| James Mickleboro

Earnings are down but a special dividend is coming for shareholders.

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Dividend Investing

Retirees: 2 high-yield ASX dividend shares to buy for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

Big dividends could be coming shareholders’ way.

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Investing Strategies

2 high-quality and undervalued ASX 200 stocks you need to know about

| Tristan Harrison

This fund manager has picked out some good value stocks.

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Opinions

If I were 18 again, here's how I'd invest in ASX shares to reduce future financial stress

| Tristan Harrison

Investing is a marathon not a sprint.

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Blue Chip Shares

Analysts say these world-class ASX 200 blue-chip shares are buys

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these blue chips would be good additions to your portfolio.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Rio Tinto and this ASX dividend share for a second income

| James Mickleboro

Here are a couple of options analysts rate as buys for investors looking for a second income.

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Opinions

Lake Resources shares: Is the bottom here yet?

| Mitchell Lawler

It's been a treacherous journey for this lithium company. Time to be greedy when others are fearful?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares: buy, sell, or hold?

| Tony Yoo

Despite consumers focusing their spending on essentials, the Fresh Food People are not lighting the world on fire.

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Cheap Shares

From bear to bull: The ASX stocks that could be set to bounce back the strongest

| Tony Yoo

There are a bunch of quality companies trading for cheap at the moment. Here are the ones most likely to…

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Dividend Investing

These cheap ASX shares are a great source of passive income!

| James Mickleboro

Want passive income? Take a look at these cheap options.

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Investing Strategies

How much do you need to invest in ASX shares to give up work and live only off dividend income?

| Tony Yoo

Fancy just laying back on the banana lounge while money pours into your bank account? So do I.

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Resources Shares

What is the 2024 outlook for Fortescue shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the miner’s prospects for next year.

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