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Retirement

This would be my $1 million ASX retirement portfolio

| Grace Alvino

Balancing dependable dividend shares with global ETFs can help create a more resilient retirement portfolio.

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How to invest

Don't overthink it: The best $10,000 approach to start investing in 2026

| Aaron Teboneras

A simple $10,000 ETF portfolio for investors starting their journey in 2026.

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Superannuation

Superannuation check up: Here's how much you should have saved by age 40, 50 and 60

| Samantha Menzies

Here’s how much super other Aussies have by your age.

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Dividend Investing

Passive income: How much would I need to invest in ASX shares to earn $1,000 every month?

| Samantha Menzies

Passive income is every investor's dream.

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Retirement

How much would I need to invest in ASX shares for a retirement income of $100,000 per year?

| Grace Alvino

With the right yield and portfolio size, a six-figure income from ASX shares is achievable.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX 200 shares that turned a $5,000 investment into $10 million

| Samantha Menzies

These shares have generated enormous returns.

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Dividend Investing

No savings at 30? Here's how I'd aim for an extra $24,600 a year in retirement boosting passive income buying ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

Regular investments in quality ASX shares can lead to life-changing passive income by retirement.

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How to invest

The $10,000 ASX share portfolio I'd build for a 25-year-old today

| Grace Alvino

Here’s how I’d invest $10,000 with decades of compounding ahead.

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX 300 dividend shares to buy now for $3,000 a month in passive income

| Bernd Struben

I think the long-term passive income potential remains very strong for these ASX dividend stocks.

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Technology Shares

Joining the revolution: How I'd invest in ASX AI shares right now

| Rhys Brock

Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) could usher in a new industrial revolution. Here’s how you can invest in it.

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Legendary share market investing expert, and owner of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett.
Investing Strategies

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

| Tristan Harrison

The Sage of Omaha has some great advice to call on.

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Retirement

Why inflation could cost young investors 50% of their retirement savings

| Sebastian Bowen

High inflation is hitting younger Australians the hardest.

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Investing Strategies

Should I buy ASX shares now, or wait for a stock market crash?

| Tristan Harrison

When should investors put money to work in the share market?

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Retirement

What's the average age of retirement in Australia?

| Bronwyn Allen

Australians are choosing to retire a bit later in life, according to new figures.

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How to invest

$1,000,000 portfolio: One way to achieve 7-figure wealth

| Sebastian Bowen

One simple investing trick can help almost anyone build wealth on an exponential scale.

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Superannuation

What's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 30 in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

The average super balance at age 30 might shock you.

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Share Market News

Why ASX 200 investors shouldn't expect interest rate cuts until 2025

| Bernd Struben

Interest rate cuts are looking increasingly unlikely in 2024.

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Bank Shares

ASX 200 bank shares: How dividends offset poor capital growth over 10 years

| Bronwyn Allen

Here are the 10-year capital growth and dividend returns of the 7 biggest ASX 200 bank shares.

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Opinions

Top ASX stock to buy as a thrifty investor (the old Warren Buffett way)

| Mitchell Lawler

I reckon this ASX stock would be a prime contender if Warren Buffett was working with $10,000 or less and…

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ETFs

4 ASX ETFs with yields over 5%

| Tristan Harrison

Here are four funds offering pleasing levels of income.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 shares vs. property: Which has performed better since the COVID crash?

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal which property markets and ASX 200 shares have risen the most since COVID-19 hit us.

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Superannuation

Can your superannuation deliver you a $1 million retirement?

| Tristan Harrison

The nest egg is essential for future financial security.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

We need to fix the economy. Here's how

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

I would ask that you put the political barracking and ideology aside for a few minutes here.

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Superannuation

5 ways to get more money into your superannuation by June 30

| Bronwyn Allen

With about 6 weeks to go until the end of the financial year, it's time to start thinking about tax…

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Dividend Investing

Want $150 in monthly passive income? Buy 656 shares of this ASX 200 stock

| Bernd Struben

Just 656 shares in this ASX 200 dividend jewel can deliver a $150 monthly passive income.

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Gold

ASX 200 gold stocks in focus as gold price smashes record highs

| Bernd Struben

The gold price has soared into new record territory. But why?

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Investing Strategies

These are the 2 'best' ASX 200 stocks to buy now for the AI megatrend: expert

| Bernd Struben

Despite surging 50% and 70% in 12 months, this expert sees more gains ahead for these two leading ASX 200…

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Dividend Investing

Warren Buffett's sister uses this simple method for passive income without dividends

| Tristan Harrison

This strategy can be a great way to create cash flow.

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Opinions

I'd invest $10,000 into these excellent ASX shares for the long term

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these top stocks.

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Opinions

Should you buy Telstra stock on a pullback?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this telco a buy for value hunters?

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Dividend Investing

2 cheap ASX dividend shares I'd buy for income

| Tristan Harrison

I think these two stocks can provide excellent dividends.

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Retirement

Should you manage your own superannuation?

| Sebastian Bowen

Most of us can use an SMSF. But should we?

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Dividend Investing

Top ASX dividend shares to buy in May 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

Who could use a little extra cash right now?

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Index investing

16% per annum: Is the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) too good to turn down?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on buying this high-flying index fund today.

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Share Gainers

How a $9k investment in this ASX All Ords stock ballooned to $35,234 in just 3 years!

| Bernd Struben

Shares in the ASX All Ords stock have rocketed even as it’s paid out market-beating dividends.

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Resources Shares

What this unprecedented short squeeze signals for ASX copper stocks

| Bernd Struben

ASX copper stocks have been benefiting from soaring demand for the red metal amid limited new supplies.

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Superannuation

Is your superannuation keeping up with the cost of living crisis?

| Tristan Harrison

Superannuation is an integral asset. How is inflation affecting things?

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Motley Fool Take Stock

My 2024 Budget verdict

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

That’s a lot of ‘stuff’ to take in. And the numbers are mind-boggling.

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Share Market News

What the federal budget means for interest rates and ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

Some ASX shares will benefit more than others from the new Federal budget.

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REITs

Will the 'resurgence in demand' for shopping centres boost ASX REITs?

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX REITs are likely to benefit from the "triple boost" of Australia's population, jobs, and income growth.

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Superannuation

6 ways young investors can boost their superannuation

| Bronwyn Allen

Young Australians' investment preferences are influencing their superannuation strategies and outcomes.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

What should be in tonight's Budget

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Good luck tonight, Treasurer.

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Investing Strategies

Invest in quality, not meme stocks

| Andrew Legget

It appears the “meme stock” days are back.

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Investing Strategies

Inherited a substantial sum of money? Here's how I'd spend it (including the ASX stocks I'd buy)

| Rhys Brock

Inheriting a substantial sum of money can be life changing – but working out the best way to use it…

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Investing Strategies

How to help recession-proof your ASX share portfolio in May 2024

| Rhys Brock

There are some quick and easy ways to recession-proof your ASX share portfolio.

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Investing Strategies

3 easy ways to reduce your ASX share portfolio's volatility right now

| Rhys Brock

Of course, some people love the thrill of rollercoasters – but the rest of us don’t want to feel that…

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Why 'Property vs. Shares' isn't a fair fight

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

But if you asked me to look at the probabilities, I know what I feel more comfortable with.

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ETFs

How much money should I put in one ASX ETF?

| Tristan Harrison

Does your ASX ETF provide good returns and the required diversification?

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