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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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Economy

Investing in ASX shares? Here's what the experts expect for RBA rate hikes in 2023

| Bernd Struben

When the RBA raised the cash rate to 0.35% in May, it represented the first rate hike since November 2010.

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52-Week Highs

Thank you Mr Powell! 7 ASX 200 shares cracking new 52-week highs on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

There's a flood of new 52-week highs on the ASX today...

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Technology Shares

Why is the Appen share price surging 11% on Thursday?

| James Mickleboro

This tech share is back on form on Thursday...

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How to invest

Stock market correction: A once-in-a-lifetime chance to get rich?

| Sebastian Bowen

Some ASX shares are still in correction territory today. Could this be a chance to buy?

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Bank Shares

Why did the Westpac share price lag the ASX 200 in November?

| Brooke Cooper

The banking giant struggled last month after releasing its full-year earnings.

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Resources Shares

Can you guess which 3 ASX 200 lithium shares led the charge in November?

| Bernd Struben

The big lithium players enjoyed a strong start to November. And then this happened.

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Ask a Fund Manager

Climate and energy: Analyst tips 2 ASX shares perfectly placed for global crises

| Tony Yoo

Ask A Fund Manager: Bell Direct's Grady Wulff names a pair of stocks that may surprise you with their green…

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The Collins Foods share price has been decimated this week, and 4 directors are buying the dip

| James Mickleboro

Insiders are loading up on this ASX 200 share...

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Resources Shares

Up 260% in 2022, could the Whitehaven share price double again?

| Brooke Cooper

Could the coal stock really trade at $20 in the future?

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Share Market News

Why are ASX tech shares having such a cracking run on Thursday?

| Monica O'Shea

Aussie tech shares seem to be taking their lead from the US Nasdaq.

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International Stock News

Was Wednesday's US stock market surge premature?

| Dan Caplinger

What the Federal Reserve chair said wasn't any big surprise, but Wall Street heard what it wanted to hear.

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Materials Shares

How the Fortescue share price defied the bears and jumped 32% in November

| James Mickleboro

Fortescue's shares smashed the market despite the countless bearish brokers...

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Opinions

Is this the start of an ASX 200 Santa rally?

| Tristan Harrison

It's been a good time for the share market in recent weeks. Will this be an early Christmas present?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The A2 Milk share price just hit a 52-week high. What's going on?

| Mitchell Lawler

Investors have a taste for A2 Milk today, but what could be behind the excitement?

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Energy Shares

Woodside share price falls as the ASX 200 giant targets 4% annual growth

| Brooke Cooper

Its Sangomar and Scarborough developments are expected to drive its growth.

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Cryptocurrencies

The Bitcoin price got hammered in November. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

There was plenty of the crypto’s characteristic volatility on display last month.

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares in November

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares missed out on the good times in November...

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Dividend Investing

Want healthy dividend growth? Why I'd buy this ASX 200 blue-chip stock

| Tristan Harrison

This global ASX share could keep paying bigger payouts to investors.

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Financial Shares

Medibank share price lifts despite latest data dump to 'dark web'

| Monica O'Shea

What is going on at Medibank?

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Capital Raising

Domino's share price halted amid $165 million cap raise

| James Mickleboro

This pizza chain operator's shares are halted. Here's why...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP's bargain? Expert thinks its ASX 200 takeover target could be worth 40% more

| Brooke Cooper

Oz Minerals could have theoretically fielded bids of $40, expert says.

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BNPL shares

Why is the Block share price skyrocketing today?

| Bernd Struben

Block, which acquired Afterpay in January, is dual listed with shares trading on both the ASX and the NYSE.

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International Stock News

Down 30%, is it safe to invest in the Nasdaq right now?

| David Moadel

As 2021's tech highfliers finally feel the force of gravity, dip buyers don't have to let transitory issues dissuade them.

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Materials Shares

Rio Tinto share price lifts despite lukewarm iron ore outlook

| James Mickleboro

Rio Tinto shares are pushing higher on Thursday...

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Bank Shares

Why did the NAB share price underperform the ASX 200 in November?

| Tristan Harrison

The outlook given within the FY22 result may have had a big impact on NAB shares.

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Materials Shares

BHP beat you to Oz Minerals? Buy this ASX 200 copper share instead: fundie

| Brooke Cooper

The copper stock could be trading at half of its fair value.

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Investing Strategies

5 ASX 200 shares with juicy gross profit margins

| Cathryn Goh

Looking for high-margin ASX 200 shares? You've come to the right place.

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Resources Shares

Down 10% in November, why did the Pilbara Minerals share price power down?

| Tristan Harrison

Last month saw a setback for the valuation of this major lithium player.

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in November

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares smashed the market in November...

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International Stock News

Why Tesla stock hit the accelerator today

| Chris Neiger

Comments made by the Federal Reserve gave stocks a boost.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these cheap ASX dividend shares now: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These cheap dividend shares could be top options for income investors...

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Broker Notes

'This has legs to rally': Expert names 3 ASX shares that just hit the buy zone

| Tony Yoo

Who wants a lift to the top in 2023? This trio of stocks could be heading that way, if you…

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Investing Strategies

'Buy it for 5 years': Jun Bei Liu's 3 best ASX shares for 2023

| Tony Yoo

Here is a trio of stocks that would make prudent investments for those who are willing to hold them for…

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy in December 2022

| Motley Fool Staff

Looking for some new ASX shares to stuff in your Christmas stocking this month?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the ASX 200 on Thursday...

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International Stock News

2 megatrends to get behind in 2023

| Jeremy Bowman

Keep an eye on the rise of cloud platforms and connected TV.

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Technology Shares

Analysts name the ASX tech shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Here are two highly rated ASX tech shares...

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Energy Shares

Getting cold feet on ASX 200 lithium shares? Here's why UBS 'remains positive'

| Tristan Harrison

One expert still thinks lithium miners can charge up returns.

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Blue Chip Shares

Experts say these ASX 200 blue chip shares are buys

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares are highly rated...

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Materials Shares

2 ASX lithium shares to buy, and 3 to sell: brokers

| Bronwyn Allen

Two brokers issued new ratings on several ASX lithium shares today.

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