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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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BNPL shares

How Zip shares charged ahead of the benchmark again in September

| Bernd Struben

September saw Zip shares outpace the ASX 200 once more. But why?

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Gold

Want to buy gold? Try these ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

You can buy gold without worrying about heavy bars or coins.

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Share Fallers

Why 4DMedical, DroneShield, Ramsay, and Saturn Metals shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

The market may be racing higher but the same cannot be said for these shares.

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Share Market News

Why is ASX 200 racing higher today following the US government shutdown?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are shrugging off the US government shutdown today. But why?

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Broker Notes

Move to mobile wallets spells good news for this All Ords fintech

| Cameron England

This company is benefiting from our increasing move to mobile payments.

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Share Gainers

Why Bravura, Dateline, Orthocell, and Race Oncology shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie says this ASX 200 share could surge 46%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie believes the ASX 200 share is well-placed to rocket higher.

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Industrials Shares

2 hidden ASX gems powering Australia's electrification boom

| Leigh Gant

Renewables and AI are creating a powerful growth runway for overlooked ASX infrastructure plays.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 60%+ return for this ASX All Ords stock

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be destined to outperform according to the broker.

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Superannuation

Is your superannuation fund up to scratch? See which six funds have earned the Chantwest-backed Epic Retirement Tick

| Cameron England

A new tool has been released to make it easier to assess whether your super fund is making the grade.

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Share Market News

How much superannuation at 40 is enough to retire a millionaire?

| Leigh Gant

Superannuation at 40 is your launchpad — the right strategy today fuels independence tomorrow.

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Healthcare Shares

Cancer drug developer's shares race to three-year high, up 20% on new research results

| Cameron England

This cancer drug developer has made a significant step forward in its cancer compound research.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 24% upside on NextDC shares

| Laura Stewart

This ASX 200 stock is riding the AI wave.

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Gold

Up 500% in 3 months: Guess which high-flying ASX mining stock is jumping on big news

| James Mickleboro

More exciting news has come out of this explorer on Thursday.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 273% in a year, guess which ASX All Ords stock is leaping higher today on a new record

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX All Ords share following another record setting quarter.

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Growth Shares

3 of the best Australian stocks to buy and hold with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be among the best to buy and hold for the next decade and beyond.

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Bank Shares

Where will the CBA share price go next? Here's what the experts say

| Aaron Bell

Is it time to buy the dip on CBA shares?

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ETFs

Meet the newest ASX ETF from Betashares

| Aaron Bell

This new ASX ETF uses a unique strategy.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX shares under $50 with big potential

| James Mickleboro

A small price tag doesn't mean these shares don't have big potential.

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Broker Notes

Why this top broker just put a buy rating on Mineral Resources shares

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter believes this miner will deliver significant profit growth in FY 2026.

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Opinions

2 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks look like strong buys to me.

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Broker Notes

Why Morgans upgraded TPG, ANZ Bank, and this ASX share

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker has become more positive on these names.

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ETFs

Where to invest $2,500 in ASX ETFs this month

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which funds could be good options if you have money to invest this month.

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Dividend Investing

Forget CBA and buy these ASX dividend stocks this month

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on these shares and think they are better picks than Australia's largest bank.

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Dividend Investing

2 strong ASX dividend shares hiding in plain sight

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses have a lot going for them for income investors.

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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 good session for Aussie investors today.

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How to invest

How to build generational wealth with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Building wealth doesn't just have to be for your benefit.

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Superannuation

Here are the most popular ASX share superannuation investments in SMSFs

| Tristan Harrison

These are the most popular ASX stocks in SMSFs.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares: Buy, sell or hold?

| Bernd Struben

Two leading experts deliver their verdicts on the outlook for CSL shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What's the upper limit for surging A2 Milk shares?

| Cameron England

Shares in the milk products innovator are trading higher on broker confidence.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 company jumps 5% on sale of Fertilisers Distribution business

| Laura Stewart

The company also expects strong FY25 results.

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International Stock News

1 reason why you should buy Alphabet stock with $10,000 in 2025

| Neil Patel

The stock looks like a smart portfolio addition, even though it has soared in recent months.

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ETFs

The best ASX ETFs for growth investors to buy in October

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top picks for growth investors this month.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing hump day for investors today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 3.8% in September, is the Coles share price run coming to an end?

| Sebastian Bowen

Coles had a month to forget over September.

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Share Market News

ASX welcomes $2.2 billion retirement housing provider to the bourse

| Cameron England

This New Zealand firm is looking to grow its Australian retirement living portfolio substantially.

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Bank Shares

Why is Macquarie still underweight on the big 4 banks?

| Samantha Menzies

Macquarie has updated its target price on Australia's big 4 banks.

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Resources Shares

BHP doubles down on copper with massive Olympic Dam spend

| Cameron England

The big Australian has flagged a massive capital expenditure boost to increase copper output in South Australia.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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ASX Live Coverage

Media company shares on the slide after merger opposition emerges

| Cameron England

A shareholder in Southern Cross Media wants a resolution passed which could scuttle the company's proposed merger.

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