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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

3 high-quality US stocks that look temptingly cheap today

| Sebastian Bowen

These cheap-looking stocks are among the world's best.

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Technology Shares

What's the latest update on takeover target RPM Global?

| Kevin Gandiya

An extraordinary 99.88% of votes cast were in favour of the takeover.

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Bank Shares

ANZ hit with $250m fine for widespread misconduct and systemic risk failures

| James Mickleboro

The big four bank has received a record fine from the regulator.

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Dividend Investing

Suncorp shares tread water as investors digest 2026 dividend timeline

| Aaron Teboneras

Here’s what income investors need to know.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why Bapcor shares are falling today despite a powerful 14% rebound this week

| Kevin Gandiya

Lenders have approved a temporary increase to the company’s net leverage ratio covenant.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks storming higher in this week's sinking market

| Bernd Struben

Investors have sent these three ASX 200 stocks soaring this week. But why?

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Bank Shares

4% yield: Is NAB's dividend safe?

| Sebastian Bowen

An expert says NAB's cherished dividend might be under threat.

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Share Market News

Why Aeris Resources, Netwealth, Nova Minerals, and Paragon Care shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Friday. Let's find out why.

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Communication Shares

Aussie Broadband shares sink 2% on ACCC report

| Kevin Gandiya

The ruling is expected to result in a small reduction of the company’s EBITDA in the coming years.

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Develop Global, EOS, and Maas shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Share Market News

Downer EDI wins $870m NZ highway maintenance contracts: What investors need to know

| Laura Stewart

Downer EDI wins major New Zealand state highway maintenance contracts worth NZ$870 million, expanding its infrastructure portfolio.

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Energy Shares

Buying Santos shares? Meet your new CFO

| Bernd Struben

Santos made a major leadership announcement today.

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Industrials Shares

Downer shares edge higher after New Zealand contract win

| Aaron Teboneras

Downer shares are edging higher today after the company announced a series of new highway maintenance contracts.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's why a major NSW acquisition just sent Peter Warren shares higher

| Kevin Gandiya

The acquisition materially increases Peter Warren’s presence in one of Australia’s fastest-growing automotive regions.

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Resources Shares

Buying Rio Tinto, Fortescue and BHP shares? Here's Westpac's sobering 2026 iron ore price forecast

| Bernd Struben

What every investor in Rio Tinto, Fortescue, and BHP shares should know.

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Broker Notes

Ord Minnett names 2 ASX 200 shares to buy for massive returns

| James Mickleboro

The broker sees a lot of value in these big names. Here's what it is recommending.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Top picks! Macquarie says these ASX stocks can rise 20% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these stocks.

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Industrials Shares

EOS shares take off on $32m US weapons deal

| Kevin Gandiya

The EOS share price rose 7% when the deal was announced.

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Technology Shares

Why is this ASX tech stock jumping 14% on Friday?

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is ending the week in style.

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International Stock News

Should you buy Tesla while it's below $500?

| Chris Neiger

Tesla is betting on robotics and autonomy, but it's a risky move as the company's profits fall.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 657% in a year, 4DMedcial shares rocketing another 20% today on big US news

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors can’t get enough of 4DMedical shares today. Let’s see why.

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Industrials Shares

Up 98% in 2025, guess which ASX All Ords share is lifting off again today

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX All Ords share on Friday. But why?

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Industrials Shares

Austal wins second major contract in as many days, sending its shares sharply higher

| Cameron England

Austal shares are trading sharply higher after the company announced another contract win with the Australian Government.

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Bank Shares

Why today is a great day to own ANZ and Westpac shares

| James Mickleboro

These banks are making their shareholders happy today. But how?

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Healthcare Shares

NIB shares edge higher on profit update

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this private health insurer is in the news today.

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ETFs

Where to invest $250 in ASX ETFs this month

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top picks for a $250 investment.

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ETFs

Check out the three most-traded ETFs on CommSec this past year

| Cameron England

CommSec has named the three most popular exchange-traded funds on its platform this year, with US tech stocks particularly in…

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Share Market News

Qube Holdings shares in focus after Macquarie due diligence update

| Laura Stewart

Qube Holdings shares are in the spotlight after a key update on Macquarie’s due diligence process.

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Dividend Investing

Experts say these ASX dividend stocks are cheap buys

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these shares for their dividends.

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Share Market News

NIB holdings updates investors on 1H26 one-off expenses and profit outlook

| Laura Stewart

NIB holdings expects higher non-recurring expenses in 1H26 but says underlying profit remains on track.

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Share Market News

Austal secures $135m patrol boat contract extension

| Laura Stewart

Austal secures a new multimillion-dollar contract to build more patrol boats for Australia’s Border Force.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend shares in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys for income investors. Let's see what they offer.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why Jumbo shares could be one to watch today

| Aaron Teboneras

Investors are watching Jumbo shares after a contract-related update released after Thursday’s market close.

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ETFs

Guess how much $10,000 invested a year ago in these global ASX ETFs is worth today

| Aaron Bell

These global indexes could be worth tracking.

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Materials Shares

Macquarie tips more than 120% upside for this ASX mining stock

| Aaron Bell

Is this stock worth a buy?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good finish to the week for Aussie investors.

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Share Market News

Are Computershare shares a buy after reaching new lows?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers see modest to strong upside.

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Technology Shares

Why experts think the Xero share price could rise 70% in 2026!

| Tristan Harrison

This business is one of the most impressive businesses on the ASX.

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Opinions

3 unstoppable ASX shares to buy with $3,000

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are growing profit year after year…

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