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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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How to Invest

How to buy US shares from Australia right now

| Mitchell Lawler

If you have been wondering how to buy US shares from Australia to gain exposure from the highly topical market,…

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2 ASX ETFs to buy for 2021 and beyond

| Sebastian Bowen

The BetaShares Asian Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA) is one of 2 ASX ETFs to consider for good returns in…

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Investing

Infinite games: 3 ASX shares with long-term visions

| Mitchell Lawler

How important is the long-term vision of the companies we choose to invest in? We take a look at how…

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Investing

2020 ASX recap of the year we'll never forget

| Mitchell Lawler

2020 was one eventful year for investors and the world. We take a look at a handful of the significant…

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Robinhood phenomenon lures Gen Z and Millennial investors, but will it continue?

| Mitchell Lawler

The Robinhood phenomenon has surged in 2020, with young investors leading the charge. We shine a light on the reasons…

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How to generate $50k a year from ASX dividends

| Daryl Mather

Generating $50k a year needs a portfolio of $850k. Here are some strategies and cheap shares to kick start a…

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Here are the 10 most popular ETFs on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Ever wondered which ASX ETFs are the most popular? Well, here's your answer with the top 10 most popular ETFs…

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Timing the market versus time in the market

| Arpan Ranka

Here we explore the old adage 'It is not timing the market but time in the market that is important'…

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Investing

The Catapult share price has surged 33% in 3 days

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Catapult share price has surged 33% in the last 3 days, after the company released a positive results preview…

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Investing

How mandatory masks could impact these ASX shares

| Nikhil Gangaram

As of midnight tonight, Victoria will become the first state to make the wearing of masks mandatory in coronavirus lockdown…

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Ardent Leisure share price surges 10% despite facing $4.5 million fine

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Ardent Leisure share price closed 10% higher yesterday despite the company facing potential fines of $4.5 million due to…

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This ASX tech share has my attention

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Life360 Inc (ASX: 360) share price has surged 100% from late March. Here is why this ASX tech share…

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ResMed share price rockets to record highs

| Nikhil Gangaram

The ResMed share price has surged more than 26% since mid-June and is currently trading at record highs. Is it…

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Investing

2 cheap value shares to buy this week

| Daryl Mather

Finding good shares to buy in todays market is increasingly difficult. Here are two good companies with a market cap…

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Investing

Are you a 'risky' investor in ASX 200 shares?

| Ken Hall

Aussie retail investors have been piling into ASX 200 shares in the last few months, but can they really outperform…

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Has the Temple & Webster share price peaked?

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Temple & Webster share price tanked more than 9% today, indicating that the company’s share price may have peaked…

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Viva Leisure share price soars on COVID-19 update

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Viva Leisure Ltd (ASX: VVA) share price stormed more than 6% higher in early trade after the company released…

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Investing

Retail investors behaved differently in the March ASX 200 market crash than the GFC. Here's how

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how (unlike the GFC) ordinary, average retail inevstors like you and I managed to beat fund managers in the…

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Audinate share price sinks on trading update

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Audinate Group Ltd (ASX: AD8) share price is trading lower for the day after the company released a trading…

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ASX BNPL shares: should you invest in the fastest growing industry of 2020?

| Glenn Leese

According to a recent report from Ibisworld, the buy now, pay later sector is the fastest growing industry in Australia.…

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The best ASX shares to buy right now with $10,000

| Daryl Mather

Here are three of the best shares to buy right now with $10,000. A list of 3 undervalued shares and…

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Is the Xero share price heading to $100?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can the Xero Limited (ASX: XRO) share price hit $100? I believe Xero's growth and powerful tailwinds can and will…

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Investing

This ASX share has surged 40% in 3 weeks

| Nikhil Gangaram

With fears of a second wave of the coronavirus pandemic looming, this ASX share has surged more than 40% in…

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3 ASX 200 shares to buy and hold for a decade

| Matthew Donald

Investing in quality companies at attractive prices is crucial. Here are 3 ASX 200 shares I would buy and hold…

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Buy these ASX shares today and pay no CGT when you sell

| Mark Story

Believe it or not, there are a handful of shares that you can still buy today on the ASX that…

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Investing

Chart: the 4 ways Wesfarmers Ltd makes money

| Regan Pearson

If you're looking to invest in Wesfarmers Ltd, here's what you need to know about how the low-cost conglomerate makes…

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2 ASX shares that could be 10-baggers

| Daryl Mather

A 10-bagger share is one that returns 10 times your initial investment. Here are 2 ASX shares that I think…

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Healthcare Shares

Why I think the Polynovo share price is a buy right now

| Rhys Brock

Polynovo Ltd (ASX: PNV) has continued to grow its revenues, despite the coronavirus pandemic. Here's why the Polynovo share price…

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Dollar cost averaging and how to use it to invest in ASX shares

| Glenn Leese

Whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned investor, using dollar cost averaging can help significantly with securing…

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How I'd build a $100,000 share portfolio with ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I would build a powerful and diversified $100,000 share portfolio for long-term growth and returns using only ASX…

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3 ASX shares I won't hesitate to buy in the next market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I would buy shares in Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG) and 2 other ASX shares in the next…

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What does COVID-19 and the payment revolution mean for Afterpay and Sezzle?

| Kiryll Prakapenka

What does the COVID-19 driven shift to online shopping mean for Afterpay and Sezzle? 

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The Openpay share price is surging today. Is it the next Afterpay?

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Openpay Group Ltd (ASX: OPY) share price has latched onto the momentum of the BNPL sector and is up…

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3 defensive ASX shares to add to your portfolio

| Glenn Leese

Defensive stocks are what anchor your portfolio in times of crisis. Here are 3 defensive ASX shares that are worth…

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Share Gainers

A surprise ASX share that's doubled since March

| Rhys Brock

The share price of ASX health and beauty consumer products company McPherson’s Limited (ASX:MCP) has more than doubled in price…

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The Marley Spoon share price can't be stopped

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Marley Spoon AG (ASX: MMM) share price has continued its miraculous performance and is up an astounding 889% from…

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Investing

Is the Woolworths share price a buy?

| Matthew Donald

The Woolworths share price has been outperforming the ASX 200 in the past year. Will the supermarket giant's shares be…

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Share Market News

Etherstack share price rockets on record revenue

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Etherstack share price surged more than 45% in early trade today before settling back to a more modest rise.

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Netwealth share price surges 7% on record inflows

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Netwealth share price is trading more than 7% higher in today's trade, after the company released a positive trading…

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Why I'm watching the a2 Milk share price

| Nikhil Gangaram

The a2 Milk share price has been resolute during recent market volatility, continuing its upward trend. Here's why I'm still…

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2 top quality ASX shares you can add to any portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 2 top-notch ASX shares, including Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX: RHC), that I think any ASX investor can…

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Carbon Revolution share price tanks 30% on trading update

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Carbon Revolution (ASX:CBR) share price has crashed more than 30% lower in early trade following the company’s recent trading…

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Why the Reject Shop share price could be a recession-buster

| Nikhil Gangaram

Surging demand for discount retail could make the Reject Shop a ‘recession-buster’ and fuel the company's share price in 2020…

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2 exotic ETFs for your ASX portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 2 hidden-gem ASX ETFs I think would be well placed in any ASX portfolio for their international diversifiaction…

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Does Afterpay have a competitive advantage?

| Regan Pearson

The Afterpay share price has been on a tear this year but can the company fend off the flood of…

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Investing

The FlexiGroup share price is lagging its BNPL peers. Should you buy?

| Nikhil Gangaram

The FlexiGroup share price is lagging its BNPL peers despite it being the oldest player in this hugely popular sector.…

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3 innovative ASX shares to buy

| Daryl Mather

Here's a closer look at 3 innovative ASX shares to buy to capitalise on Australian innovation, including Electro Optic Systems…

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