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Bank Shares

Why the ANZ share price underperformed the ASX 200 in FY23

| Tristan Harrison

Rising interest rates and competition had a major influence.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

It could be a big day for the ASX 200 index on Tuesday for one key reason.

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Resources Shares

The BHP share price had a strong FY23, what happened?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into what happened last financial year for Australia’s biggest company.

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Share Fallers

'Bright outlook': 2 ASX shares now in a perfect dip for buying

| Tony Yoo

Experts name a pair of stocks that have plummeted in recent times but are worthy long-term investments.

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ETFs

Here are 3 fantastic ETFs for ASX investors to look at in July

| James Mickleboro

Here are three quality ETFs for investors to look closely at in July.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 kicked off FY2024 with a bang today.

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Financial Shares

Suncorp shares are trading near 3-year highs. Is there any point in buying now?

| James Mickleboro

Is it too late to buy this insurance giant's shares?

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Materials Shares

Will Liontown shares smash the market again in FY24?

| James Mickleboro

Will this lithium share be roaring higher again in the new financial year.

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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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Share Fallers

Why Bubs, Link, PSC Insurance, and WiseTech shares are falling on Monday

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week in the red.

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Share Gainers

Why Argosy Minerals, Galan Lithium, Pilbara Minerals, and United Malt shares are rising

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week in a positive fashion.

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BNPL shares

Own Zip shares? Here's the latest cost-cutting move from the ASX BNPL stock

| Bernd Struben

Zip shares are in the green in afternoon trade amid the company's latest cost-cutting news.

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IPOs

Redox share price drops after IPO

| James Mickleboro

One of the biggest IPOs in some time has taken place on the ASX today.

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Healthcare Shares

Why did the CSL share price sink 10% in June?

| James Mickleboro

CSL shares were out of form in June. But why were investors hitting the sell button?

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Healthcare Shares

Here's why this ASX All Ords share has 'a number of shots at goal'

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords share is well placed for future growth, according to this leading fund manager.

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Communication Shares

Telco turns to the stars. What does it mean for Telstra shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will Telstra's hookup with Elon Musk's Starlink boost the company's fortunes?

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend beasts with huge yields I rate as buys

| Tristan Harrison

Big dividends could be headed to shareholders.

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Bank Shares

Why did the NAB share price drop 12% in FY23?

| James Mickleboro

NAB shareholders were not smiling in FY23.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals share price higher on mid-stream demo plant update

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner's shares are starting the month positively.

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ETFs

2 ASX ETFs I'd buy for FY24 and the long term

| Tristan Harrison

Here are two diversified investments that could perform well.

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Resources Shares

The Fortescue share price soared 15% in June. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The Fortescue share price outpaced the gains posted by the ASX 200 in June by more than nine times.

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Dividend Investing

Trying to find ASX shares with consistent dividends? Look for these 3 traits

| Tristan Harrison

Here are three key ingredients to cook up appealing and regular dividend growth.

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Share Gainers

These were the best-performing ASX 200 shares in FY23

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares were making investors smile in the last financial year.

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Dividend Investing

Check out these ASX dividend shares if you're an income investor!

| James Mickleboro

Analysts say these ASX dividend shares are buys right now.

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ETFs

The pros and cons of buying the BetaShares Australia 200 ETF (A200) in July

| Tristan Harrison

What’s not to like about the cheapest ASX index ETF? A couple of things.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

The beauty of long-term investing (and the outback)

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

It's easy to get away from it all when you invest for the long term.

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Blue Chip Shares

Analysts say these ASX 200 blue chip shares are buys in July

| James Mickleboro

These could be the blue chip shares to strengthen your portfolio with in July.

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Bank Shares

Here's why the CBA share price rose by 11% in FY23

| Tristan Harrison

Rising interest rates and competition dominated FY23.

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Share Market News

Here are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's why short sellers are betting on these ASX shares dropping in value.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say these ASX 200 dividend shares are buys

| James Mickleboro

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

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 2,782 shares of this ASX 200 dividend stock for $2,000 a year in passive income

| Tony Yoo

Let me show you how you can potentially bring in $12,500 per annum without having to work for it.

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Share Market News

Will ASX shares get smashed on Tuesday?

| Tony Yoo

For God's sake, how can it be that time of the month again?!

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

It's a massive few days coming up for Australian stocks. These are the most critical events for investors to monitor.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday.

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Bank Shares

How is FY24 looking for the Macquarie share price?

| James Mickleboro

Will this investment bank be a good place to invest in the new financial year?

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ETFs

2 of the best ETFs for ASX investors to buy in July

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these high-quality ETFs could be great options for ASX investors in July.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

After a 26% tumble in 2 months, are Lovisa shares back at fair value?

| Bronwyn Allen

Is this a golden opportunity staring us right in the face?

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Share Market News

Analysts say investors should buy these ASX dividend shares next week

| James Mickleboro

Income investors may want to look at these dividend shares when the market reopens.

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Resources Shares

I'd buy these ASX mining shares for FY24

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why I love these two undervalued mining stocks.

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Energy Shares

What can ASX 200 investors expect from the Santos share price in FY 2024?

| Bernd Struben

With the first day of trading for FY 2024 kicking off on Monday, here’s what to expect from the Santos…

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