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Cryptocurrencies

Dogecoin price gains send it back among top 10 global cryptos

| Bernd Struben

It remains to be seen how cryptos operating under proof of work protocols will fare over the coming year.

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Dividend Investing

$18 billion of ASX dividends are being paid out this week. Here's the lowdown

| Brooke Cooper

It's gearing up to be a big week for ASX dividend fans.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Vulcan Energy share price lifting today?

| Aaron Teboneras

Vulcan Energy shares are powering up today...

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Share Gainers

Why Brickworks, IDP Education, IGO, and New Hope shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are rising on Tuesday...

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Retail Shares

What's the outlook for ASX 200 retail shares as inflation begins to bite?

| Matthew Farley

High earners are expected to keep spending while those on lower incomes may opt to save.

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Technology Shares

Why this small-cap ASX tech share 'stands out' right now: expert

| Bernd Struben

The recently listed technology company reported strong FY22 earnings and revenue growth.

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Dividend Investing

Do AFIC dividends come fully franked?

| Sebastian Bowen

We check the franking credentials of this popular LIC.

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Gold

Why has the Chalice Mining share price crashed 40% in 4 months?

| Aaron Teboneras

It has been tough times for Chalice Mining shares.

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Financial Shares

Why is the Magellan share price higher on Tuesday?

| Matthew Farley

It's been a better day on the market for financial shares today.

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Share Market News

Arafura share price lags All Ords on Tuesday amid $35 million loss

| Matthew Farley

Arafura has posted its annual report for FY22.

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Technology Shares

Top broker says this ASX tech share has over 30% upside

| James Mickleboro

This tech share could have huge upside potential...

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International Stock News

This bold move could give Tesla an edge in battery production

| Chris Neiger

Entering the lithium refinery business could help Tesla own more of its battery supply chain.

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ETFs

Down 30% in 2022, what's next for the BetaShares Asia Technology Tigers ETF?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is the worst over for this ASX ETF?

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Share Market News

Investing in ASX 200 shares? Here's the latest interest rate outlook from the RBA

| Bernd Struben

The RBA is seeking to return inflation to target while keeping the economy on an even keel.

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Share Gainers

Why has the Incannex share price rallied 20% in 2 weeks?

| Brooke Cooper

Could this be behind the medicinal cannabinoid pharmaceuticals producer's recent gains?

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Technology Shares

Why is the Appen share price climbing today?

| Monica O'Shea

ASX technology shares are having a better day on the market on Tuesday. Let's find out why.

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Materials Shares

Here's why the IGO share price is firing 5% on Tuesday

| Zach Bristow

Shares in the diversified miner are enjoying a day in the green on Tuesday.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Whitehaven Coal share price having such a top run on Tuesday?

| James Mickleboro

This coal share is charging higher today...

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International Stock News

Move over, cryptocurrencies: a digital euro could be coming with help from Amazon

| Beth McKenna

Amazon was one of five entities selected by the European Central Bank to help it develop a potential digital euro.

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Healthcare Shares

The CSL share price has been struggling of late. Is this because it's fully valued?

| Bronwyn Allen

The CSL share price is down 4.25% over the past month. What do the experts say?

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Materials Shares

3 ASX lithium shares soaring on project updates

| Monica O'Shea

These three lithium explorers are having a good day.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Tabcorp share price lifts following $62m eBet sale

| Aaron Teboneras

Tabcorp is offloading its eBet business.

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Record Highs

Pilbara Minerals share price racks up ninth all-time high for September

| Brooke Cooper

Stock in the lithium favourite has gained more than 50% since this time last month.

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Travel Shares

Why is the Webjet share price heading 5% skywards on Tuesday?

| Bronwyn Allen

It's not the only ASX travel share trading well today.

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How to invest

3 doses of Warren Buffett wisdom I think all ASX investors need right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are three tips from the legendary investor.

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Technology Shares

Could this be a red flag or false alarm for Novonix shares?

| Zach Bristow

The ASX battery technology company has been walking a hard road this year.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX lithium stock just rocketed 36% on 'another very positive milestone'

| Bernd Struben

The junior explorer’s project area hosts hard rock lithium prospects within the Litchfield Pegmatite Belt in the Northern Territory.

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International Stock News

Got $1,000? 2 top Warren Buffett stocks to buy for the long term

| Courtney Carlsen

While bear markets challenge investors, they offer an opportunity to add quality companies at lower prices.

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Technology Shares

NextDC share price hits 52-week low: Is it a bargain buy?

| James Mickleboro

Is this tech share a bargain buy after hitting a 52-week low?

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Financial Shares

Why is the NIB share price edging lower on Tuesday?

| Aaron Teboneras

NIB shares are in the red today.

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Materials Shares

Guess which tiny ASX mining share is soaring 12% on a major lithium discovery

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share is booming on Tuesday...

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the monster New Hope dividend

| Brooke Cooper

The company's latest offering sees it among the top ASX 200 dividend payers.

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Bank Shares

Can the ANZ share price stretch higher if interest rates keep rising?

| Zach Bristow

ANZ has underperformed benchmarks in 2022 so far.

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Resources Shares

Why is the Galileo Mining share price marching higher on Tuesday?

| Bernd Struben

Galileo has now completed 8,600 metres of RC drilling and 1,400 metres of diamond drilling in an ongoing campaign at…

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Broker Notes

Here's what this top broker is saying about the BHP share price

| James Mickleboro

Are BHP's shares in the buy zone? This broker says they are...

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International Stock News

3 passive-income stock secrets you'll wish you knew earlier

| Alex Carchidi

You'll have more success with dividend investing with the right approach.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how to grab your piece of the latest Cochlear dividend

| Aaron Teboneras

Cochlear shares are about to trade without rights soon...

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Industrials Shares

Why is the Brickworks share price racing 6% higher today?

| James Mickleboro

Brickworks shares are having a strong day. Here's why...

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Retail Shares

Down 23% in 2022, are ASX investors throwing Wesfarmers shares out with the bathwater?

| Tristan Harrison

Is the ASX’s biggest retail business being discounted unfairly?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Here's why the IDP Education share price is charging higher

| James Mickleboro

This language testing company is making an acquisition...

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