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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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Technology Shares

Xero share price on watch amid major cost cutting plans

| James Mickleboro

Xero has announced plans to build a higher performing global SaaS company.

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Dividend Investing

Forget high interest savings accounts and buy these ASX 200 dividend shares with huge yields: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares are expected to offer yields that are vastly superior to savings accounts...

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Resources Shares

Uranium and gold: What are the best ASX shares to buy for these minerals?

| Tony Yoo

Here are 4 best stocks to consider if you want to cash in on the big themes of 2023.

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Technology Shares

What are the best ASX shares to buy for semiconductor exposure?

| Tony Yoo

There's much hype about artificial intelligence, but that all requires massive computing power and hardware.

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Small Cap Shares

2 small-cap ASX shares ready for 'new all-time highs': expert

| Tony Yoo

Stocks for smaller businesses really struggled last year. Here's a pair to buy if you think that will turn around…

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Dividend Investing

Here's how I'd invest $20,000 in ASX 200 shares for a supercharged second income

| Bernd Struben

As Aussie investors, we have a large selection of ASX 200 dividend shares to potentially deliver a much desired second…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a better day for the ASX 200 on Thursday.

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Growth Shares

Top ASX growth shares to buy in March 2023

| Motley Fool Staff

Could these growth stocks be set to hit the accelerator?

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Growth Shares

Buy and hold these ASX 200 shares: brokers

| James Mickleboro

These could be great options for investors looking for buy and hold investments.

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Dividend Investing

Experts name 2 ASX 200 dividend shares for a passive income boost

| James Mickleboro

These could be the dividend shares to buy for a passive income boost.

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Industrials Shares

This ASX 300 director just loaded up on $2 million worth of her company's shares

| Bronwyn Allen

It's not just any director either.

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Healthcare Shares

Should I buy CSL shares while they're under $300?

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors make a healthy return with this biotech?

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Growth Shares

Analysts say these exciting ASX growth shares are buys this month

| James Mickleboro

These could be the growth shares to buy right now according to analysts.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Investors may want to check out these ASX shares that have just been named as buys...

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Bank Shares

Here's how much I'd need to invest in NAB shares to generate a $200 monthly income

| Tristan Harrison

NAB could be a dividend cash cow for some investors.

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Bank Shares

Why Westpac shares are a smart buy for ASX bargain hunters

| James Mickleboro

Now could be the time to pounce on this banking giant's shares.

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Bank Shares

Own NAB shares? Here's why the ASX 200 bank is facing Federal Court action

| Bernd Struben

If the court decides against NAB in this case, the other big banks could be next in the firing line.

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Some big share price movements are driving ASX 200 trading volumes today.

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Share Fallers

Why Nuix, Smartgroup, Ventia, and Woodside shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough time on the ASX boards on Wednesday.

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Dividend Investing

How much passive income have InvoCare shares provided over the last 5 years?

| Sebastian Bowen

Have the dividends from InvoCare measured up?

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Communication Shares

Is now the time to buy Telstra shares for passive income?

| Bronwyn Allen

Let's take a look at the history of Telstra dividends and the level of passive income the telco is expected…

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Share Gainers

Why Mesoblast, PolyNovo, Pushpay, and Weebit Nano shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a strong session despite the market selloff.

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Small Cap Shares

Top ASX small-cap shares to buy in March 2023

| Motley Fool Staff

Mighty oaks from little acorns can grow!

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Technology Shares

Broker tips 280% upside for Zip share price

| James Mickleboro

There could be huge returns ahead for investors if this broker is on the money with its recommendation.

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Dividend Investing

Last chance to snag the next dividend from these 4 ASX 200 mining shares

| Bernd Struben

Investors wanting to receive the fully franked dividend payouts from these ASX 200 mining shares will need to own the…

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52-Week Highs

2 ASX 200 shares smashing new multi-year highs on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

The market's blues aren't holding back these two ASX shares.

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Bank Shares

3 good reasons I'm avoiding CBA shares at all costs!

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA is a popular ASX share. But that doesn't mean it's a good investment.

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Dividend Investing

6 ASX 200 shares trading ex-dividend today

| James Mickleboro

It won't be long until shareholders of these companies receive a pay check...

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Retail Shares

Gerry Harvey just bought $8 million worth of Harvey Norman shares. Should you buy?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Harvey Norman share price has dropped by almost 8% since the company reported its 1H FY23 results last week.

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 taking a tumble today?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is sliding today after rallying yesterday on the back of the RBA’s 0.25% interest rate hike announcement.

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Technology Shares

Nuix share price dives 16% on new legal battle with former CEO

| James Mickleboro

This tech company's former CEO is taking it back to court.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Woodside share price wilting 7% on Wednesday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is something going on with Woodside shares today?

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Dividend Investing

Too much of a good thing? When ASX dividends could hurt your overall returns

| Tristan Harrison

Dividends are a great source of cash flow, but are they the wisest choice?

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Materials Shares

Sayona Mining share price dips despite first lithium production

| Bernd Struben

The company's NAL operation in Canada has produced 70 tonnes of spodumene concentrate.

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Materials Shares

Lynas share price rebounds on $200m Japanese Government investment

| Bronwyn Allen

News of a $200 million government investment has buoyed depressed Lynas investors today.

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Healthcare Shares

Mesoblast share price rockets 23% on FDA news

| James Mickleboro

Mesoblast has received some good news for the US FDA this morning.

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Dividend Investing

10 ASX 200 stocks trading ex-dividend tomorrow

| James Mickleboro

It is almost payday for these popular ASX 200 shares.

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Travel Shares

Qantas share price flying higher despite new labour disruptions

| Bernd Struben

The Qantas share price won’t be receiving any tailwinds from the company’s refuelling crews on Wednesday.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Carsales share price on ice amid $500m cap raise and acquisition news

| James Mickleboro

Carsales is betting big on Brazil being a key driver of its future growth.

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Opinions

Does the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) hold the ticket to building long-term wealth?

| Tristan Harrison

Should Aussies use this ETF as their number one choice for becoming rich?

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