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Dividend Investing

Bought $1,000 of BHP shares 10 years ago? Here's how much dividend income you've received

| Brooke Cooper

Have BHP's dividends really bumped its stock's 10-year-return beyond 100%?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The ASX 200 share to buy that just took a 24% dive: expert

| Tony Yoo

Whether it's fried chicken or Mexican food, this business will enjoy a recovery in its margins. It's just that it…

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Share Market News

Here are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Short sellers are currently targeting these ASX shares...

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Resources Shares

The iron ore price just posted its biggest-ever monthly gain. What's going on?

| Tristan Harrison

Are iron ore miners about to turn into dividend gold mines again?

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Technology Shares

3 ASX 200 tech shares to buy now before the market wakes up: expert

| Tony Yoo

Investors are still nervous about technology shares. One fund manager recommends buying now before the sentiment turns.

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Resources Shares

'Long & bullish': Expert picks 2 ASX shares to buy as investors flock back to market

| Tony Yoo

This portfolio manager reckons the stock cynics have been silenced in recent times as the Santa rally powers ahead.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Telstra and this ASX dividend share: experts

| James Mickleboro

These could be the dividend shares to buy now...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 looks set to start the week positively...

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Resources Shares

What were the 3 worst-performing ASX lithium shares in November?

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at how ASX lithium shares fared in November.

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Opinions

How I'd invest $20k in ASX 200 shares in 2023 to capitalise on the stock market rally

| Tristan Harrison

It could be an excellent time to invest in beaten-up opportunities for a turnaround.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are feeling bullish on these ASX shares...

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Energy Shares

What happened with the Woodside share price in November?

| Bernd Struben

The first part of November saw the Woodside share price largely trending higher, while shares dipped over the latter weeks.

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Dividend Investing

Here are 2 of the best ASX dividend shares to buy: Morgans

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares have been tipped as buys by Morgans...

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Bank Shares

Will the RBA raise rates again next week? Here's what Westpac expects

| James Mickleboro

Is another rate hike coming from the RBA next week?

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Retirement

Almost ready to retire? Why I'd buy undervalued ASX dividend shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's where I would look for cheap dividend shares...

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Resources Shares

Can the Pilbara Minerals share price regain its lustre in December?

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at the outlook for the Pilbara share price in December.

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Energy Shares

3 best-performing ASX 200 energy shares in November

| Bronwyn Allen

Bet you can guess which energy share stood out once again in November.

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Technology Shares

Why did the BrainChip share price smash the ASX 200 in November?

| Brooke Cooper

The tech stock returned 13% last month.

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Bank Shares

Should CBA shares be in your ASX stocking in December?

| Sebastian Bowen

Should you buy yourself CBA shares for Christmas this year?

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Blue Chip Shares

Morgans names 2 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares have been rated as buys by Morgans...

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Dividend Investing

Expert reveals where you'll find the best ASX dividends in 2023

| Tony Yoo

Here's a guide to the best income-producing stocks for next year, if you want to take shelter from the slowing…

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Dividend Investing

Buy Westpac and this ASX dividend share: broker

| James Mickleboro

These ASX dividend shares offer great yields...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Gold shares reined supreme on Friday.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are bullish on these ASX shares...

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Share Gainers

Why Bigtincan, Bubs, St Barbara, and Warrego shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week strongly...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

3 ASX shares soaring on takeover bids today

| Brooke Cooper

Suitors appear to have seen something special in these ASX companies.

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Mining shares are dominating our most traded shares list this Friday.

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Share Fallers

Why Coronado, IDP, Mayne Pharma, and Rio Tinto shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week on the red...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Wondering how the Coles share price fared over November? Here's how

| Sebastian Bowen

After a tough year, should the suoermarket share be on your shopping list this December?

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Resources Shares

New ASX lithium share chaired by ex-Pilbara Minerals boss to debut next week

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at the lowdown on this new ASX lithium share.

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Dividend Investing

These 3 ASX 200 dividend shares led the pack in November. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The Holy Grail for an ASX 200 dividend share is not only one that pays a reliable dividend, but also…

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Healthcare Shares

Why CSL shares are this fundie's top ASX 200 healthcare pick

| Bronwyn Allen

CSL is about to start marketing the world's most expensive drug after gaining official approval for use in the United…

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Healthcare Shares

3 best-performing ASX 200 healthcare shares in November

| Bronwyn Allen

Fisher & Paykel led the way last month with a 17% gain.

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Retail Shares

Which 3 ASX retail shares gained 15% to 20% in value in November?

| Bronwyn Allen

What does this auto parts supplier, shoe retailer, and department store network have in common? About 15% to 20% growth…

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Energy Shares

Could our dividends now be too reliant on ASX 200 oil shares?

| Mitchell Lawler

Are oil shares a kickstarter to index dividends, or a fire hazard waiting to combust?

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Travel Shares

Why did the Flight Centre share price take a flogging in November?

| Brooke Cooper

The travel stock underperformed by 10% last month.

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Retail Shares

Is this a red flag for Wesfarmers shares?

| Bernd Struben

If you’ve done any shopping over the past year, there’s a good change you shopped at one of Wesfarmers many…

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Dividend Investing

10 ASX dividend shares paying more than 10% yield right now

| Sebastian Bowen

When it comes to dividend yields, not all shares are made equal...

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Motley Fool Take Stock

The pessimists were wrong. Again.

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Remember those people who said, a month ago, that it was all doom and gloom?

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Travel Shares

Should you buy yourself Webjet shares for Christmas?

| Brooke Cooper

One expert tips the stock to gain another 10%.

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