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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

There's a lot happening on the ASX 200 on Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say Telstra and this ASX 200 dividend shares are buys

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares could be top options for investors right now.

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ETFs

Why did the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF just hit a new 52-week high?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why did this ETF smash the ASX 200 today?

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ETFs

It's another day, another all-time high for this Buffett-esque ASX ETF

| Sebastian Bowen

This high-flying ETF has just hit yet another all-time record. Here's the tea.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

Some big losses in the lithium space are driving trading volumes today.

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Materials Shares

Could this further cloud the outlook for ASX 200 lithium shares?

| Bernd Struben

The rapid growth in EV batteries saw lithium prices hit all-time highs in 2022. 2023 is shaping up a bit…

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Don't underestimate the earnings potential of this ASX 300 share: Goldman Sachs

| James Mickleboro

Underestimate this ASX 300 share at your portfolio's peril.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX share just rocketed 30% before being halted

| James Mickleboro

This ASX share was on fire before it was slammed into a trading halt.

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe that now could be the time to add these shares to your portfolio...

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Share Gainers

Why EOS, Lake Resources, Tyro, and Woodside shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are making investors smile on Monday.

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52-Week Highs

7 ASX 200 stocks smashing new 52-week highs on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

It's been a good day for the ASX 200, but a great one for these seven shares.

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Share Fallers

Why Austal, Netwealth, Perseus, and Pilbara Minerals shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares having a tough time on Monday.

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Materials Shares

Directors have bought more than $1.6m of New Hope shares in a week. Should you buy?

| Brooke Cooper

Insiders seem to think the stock looks attractive at its current level.

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Bank Shares

3 Warren Buffett tips on how to invest in ASX 200 banks

| Bernd Struben

Legendary investor Warren Buffett has some handy tips for allaying investor fears surrounding the banking sector.

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ETFs

Why is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) tumbling on Monday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors will be happy to see this ETF trail the market today.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names the best ASX shares to buy in April

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares have been given the thumbs up by analysts at Morgans in April.

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Dividend Investing

The first AMP dividend in over 2 years is being paid today. Here's the lowdown

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how much AMP's first dividend in some years is worth.

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Share Market News

Investing in ASX 200 shares? Here's what to expect from the RBA tomorrow

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 share investors will be keeping one eye on the RBA tomorrow afternoon when the central bank announces its…

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Materials Shares

What on earth happened to the Core Lithium share price in March?

| James Mickleboro

Despite rebounding strongly late in the month, the Core Lithium Ltd (ASX: CXO) share price still recorded another disappointing decline…

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Materials Shares

A director has been buying up BHP shares. Should you?

| Brooke Cooper

Could stock in the iron ore giant really offer 10% upside?

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Dividend Investing

Buying South32 shares for the dividends? Read this first

| Tristan Harrison

Are South32 shares a good choice for dividend income?

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Technology Shares

Electro Optic Systems share price rockets 53% on Ukraine deal

| James Mickleboro

A major contract win is giving this defence share a massive boost on Monday.

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX 200 energy shares off to such a great start on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

The big energy stocks are helping send the S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ) higher in early trade.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX 300 lithium director just doubled their holding of company shares

| Brooke Cooper

The insider sunk more than $50,000 into the stock last week.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Lake Resources share price rocketing 19% on Monday?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share is having a stunning start to the week.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Coles share price climbs following $100 million acquisition

| James Mickleboro

Coles is making a major acquisition to boost its dairy operations.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX All Ords share could pay a 16% dividend yield by 2025

| Tristan Harrison

This could be one of the biggest dividend payers in the coming years.

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Opinions

Down 15% in 4 weeks: Is now the time to buy Kogan shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Kogan shares have been falling again. Is it time to buy?

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Cheap Shares

I believe these 2 beaten-up ASX shares are too cheap to ignore in April

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why these ASX shares could be great value right now.

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BNPL shares

Why did the Zip share price zoom higher in March?

| Tristan Harrison

BNPL business Zip outperformed in March. Here’s why.

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Materials Shares

2 ASX 200 mining directors buying up their company shares in the past week

| James Mickleboro

Insiders at these mining giants have been buying shares.

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Dividend Investing

Invested $13,000 in Flight Centre shares 5 years ago? Here's how much dividend income you've earned

| Brooke Cooper

The ASX 200 travel giant has likely disappointed passive income investors in recent years.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares this week

| James Mickleboro

Short sellers are betting on these ASX shares tumbling from current levels...

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Dividend Investing

2 leading ASX 200 dividend shares I'd buy for long-term passive income

| Tristan Harrison

Good dividends could come from these leading players.

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Communication Shares

Why did the Telstra share price beat the ASX 200 in March?

| Tristan Harrison

Despite going ex-dividend, Telstra shares outperformed the market last month.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX 200 shares for massive dividends: analysts

| James Mickleboro

If you want big yields then these dividend shares could be just the ticket.

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Investing Strategies

How 'falling in love' can destroy your ASX shares portfolio

| Tony Yoo

Expert warns of the dangers of developing an emotional connection to a stock.

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Investing Strategies

Are AFIC shares a smart investment for beginner investors?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this listed investment company a fantastic way to start investing?

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Investing Strategies

Bargain hunting: 3 retailer ASX shares that shouldn't be this cheap

| Tony Yoo

The consumer discretionary sector has been understandably punished, but there are some stocks that could see a nice price rebound.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good start to the week for ASX 200 shares.

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