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Was the market too tough on ResMed Inc. (CHESS)? 

 A harsh reaction to troubles at ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) means the shares are on sale. Should you buy?

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2 top retail stocks for your watch list

These two retailers pay healthy fully franked dividends, have stellar track records and are growing strongly.

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Is Fortescue Metals Group Limited a takeover target?

Media reports are suggesting the Foreign Investment Review Board has received applications for an investment in Fortescue Metals Group Limited…

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Has Bunnings lost it?

The home improvement retailer may be facing similar threats as Woolworths Limited's (ASX: WOW) Food and Liquor business

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Aristocrat Leisure Limited & eBet Limited: 2 gaming stocks to buy now?

Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL) and eBet Limited (ASX: EBT) have excited the market with stellar earnings news. But which…

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Ozforex Group Ltd tumbles on full year report: Is the stock a buy?

Ozforex Limited (ASX:OFX) delivered a strong full-year report, but investors still weren't happy.

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Should you buy G8 Education Ltd?

G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM) got a bounce from the news that the budget includes increased childcare assistance, but could there…

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Insurance Australia Group Ltd falls to a 52-week low – is it a bargain? 

Despite the S&P/ASX 200 gaining a healthy 5% so far this year, shares in Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) have fallen 10%; is…

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Dividend report card: Woodside Petroleum Limited

Should you buy Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) for its dividend?

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Are Fortescue Metals Group Limited and BC Iron Limited the next takeover targets?

It's "Monday Merger Mania" as takeover deals and speculation dominate the trading day. Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and BC…

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Why Sirius Resources N.L. surged 21% today

Sirius Resources N.L. (ASX:SIR) shares rose 21%, but arguably should have risen even more. Here's why they didn't.

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Here's how you earn $60,000 in retirement

The goal of of $60,000 in after tax income in retirement isn’t as farfetched as you might imagine — provided…

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Skilled Group Ltd. surges on takeover bid: What you need to know

Skilled Group Ltd. (ASX:SKE) attracts a sweetened offer as I predicted. The next one to watch is Bradken Limited (ASX:BKN).

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EVOLUTION FPO announces key acquisition: Here's what you need to know

EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN) could overtake Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) to become the nation's second largest gold miner, behind Newcrest…

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Independence Group NL to acquire Sirius Resources N.L.: Here's what you need to know

Independence Group NL (ASX:IGO) values Sirius Resources N.L. (ASX:SIR) at more than $1.8 billion

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Is Healthscope Ltd about to sell its $150 million pathology division?

Healthscope Ltd (ASX:HSO) could be about to offload its pathology division. Find out what you need to know…

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Is it time to buy DuluxGroup Limited, Cardno Limited and Bradken Limited?

Despite a fall in their share prices last week, DuluxGroup Limited (ASX:DLX), Cardno Limited (ASX:CDD) and Bradken Limited (ASX:BKN) may…

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Is Insurance Australia Group Ltd a growth stock?

Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG) is positioning itself for growth in Asia.

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3 dazzling gold miners quietly crushing the market

Do Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) have more to give?

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12 major market events you might have missed last week

Last week’s action, and a recap of happenings at Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), South32 Ltd…

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4 big reasons why the big four banks are bleeding chips

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ), National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) and Westpac Banking…

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3 things successful investors do that regular investors don't

Yes, you should be reinvesting those Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) dividends.

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Cardno Limited jumps on takeover speculation: Is it good value?

A mystery buyer of 10% of Cardno Limited (ASX:CDD) is exciting the market and adds to evidence that there's deep…

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Woolworths Limited's hardware losses continue: What you need to know

Will the Masters Home Improvement business ever make a profit for Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW)?

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OrotonGroup Limited tumbles on profit guidance downgrade

OrotonGroup Limited (ASX:ORL) looks another example of the perils of investing in the retail sector.

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6 ASX Dividend Stocks To Beat The RBA's Record Low Interest Rates

Here are a selection of six dividend stock ideas from our Motley Fool contributors.

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Prima BioMed Limited: A biotech with blockbuster potential?

Prima BioMed Ltd (ASX:PRR) has announced some new trial results recently.

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It's time to act on the National Australia Bank Ltd rights offer

The retail offer for the landmark rights issue of National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) will come to a close in…

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James Hardie Industries plc surges to record high on results: Should you buy?

James Hardie Industries plc (ASX:JHX) is throwing cash at shareholders after posting a solid full year result. There's probably more…

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5 key takeaways Wesfarmers Ltd shareholders need to know

Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) recently held its annual Strategy Day, here's what you missed.

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Somnomed Limited downgrades guidance: Is now the time to buy?

Somnomed Limited (ASX:SOM) is competing with ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) for growth in the sleep-disorder market.

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3 reasons to buy Brickworks Limited

Brickworks Limited (ASX:BKW) reported a strong set of interim results and the outlook is positive for the remainder of the…

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Woolworths' 5% fully franked dividend yield is tough to beat

A deep dive on Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW)

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Cardno Limited slumps 27.9%: Is it a sell?

Investors have watched Cardno Limited (ASX:CDD) plummet 65% since early September 2014.

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Nearmap Ltd soars on market update: What you need to know

With the stock up 9%, is it too late to buy Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA)?

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Is Woolworths Limited facing a $1bn food bill?

Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) is desperate to catch up with Coles, owned by Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES).

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We're looking for a smart, entrepreneurial equity research analyst to join our growing investing team.

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Is now the time to buy ResMed Inc. (CHESS)?

Are shares in ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) on sale after a recent plunge?

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iProperty Group Ltd soars 8% on trading update: What you need to know

iProperty Group Ltd (ASX:IPP) is expecting to become earnings and cash flow positive this year. Is it a good buy?

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Bega Cheese Ltd slumps on profit warning: Should you take a bite?

One of Australia's best known cheese makers has cut its full year profit forecast, but says 2015-16 is looking brighter.

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