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Share Market News

ASX 200 stocks dive 2.4% in worst trading day since Ukraine crisis hit

| Bernd Struben

It's not a good start to the week for the market.

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Coronavirus News

Why this billionaire investor thinks Omicron could be bullish for the share market

| Mitchell Lawler

Ackman isn't so sure the latest COVID-19 variant is a negative for markets...

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Cryptocurrencies

Here's how Bitcoin and this top altcoin are responding to the Omicron variant

| Bernd Struben

The top cryptos failed to live up to their safe haven status on Friday.

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Healthcare Shares

ASX 200 healthcare shares jump amid Omicron fears

| Bernd Struben

COVID variants like Omicron and Delta threaten to disrupt the pace of the global economic recovery.

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Cryptocurrencies

'Unstoppable': Bitcoin will double in next 12 months, says expert

| Tony Yoo

The news of COVID-19 Omicron sent the cryptocurrency into a 8% fall over the weekend. One expert explains why this…

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Coronavirus News

COVID-19 Omicron can't stop shares charging up: expert

| Tony Yoo

A new coronavirus variant of concern has frightened the world. Here's what this could mean for the stock market.

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Broker Notes

Are there any reopening ASX shares that are still cheap?

| Tony Yoo

Post-COVID recovery stocks are all pretty expensive now. But 2 experts have picked 3 contenders that look good at the…

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Bank Shares

CBA (ASX:CBA) share price gaining as bank rolls out vax centres

| Bernd Struben

Corporate Australia is taking a leading role in helping combat the pandemic.

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Recent Coronavirus News

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Coronavirus News

Breville shares rise as guidance withdrawn amid coronavirus crisis

| Kate O'Brien

Breville Group Ltd (ASX: BRG) is the latest ASX company to withdraw earnings guidance in the face of the coronavirus…

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Coronavirus News

This ASX tech share and Nearmap rival is surging 24% higher today

| James Mickleboro

Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) rival Aerometrex Ltd (ASX:AMX) is surging higher on Friday after the release of a coronavirus update this…

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Coronavirus News

3 ASX tech shares that insiders are snapping up in this bear market

| Kate O'Brien

Directors have been taking advantage of the recent market downturn to snap up technology shares while prices are low. Here…

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Coronavirus News

Qantas and Virgin in survival mode amid biggest grounding of aircraft in history

| Kate O'Brien

The global aviation industry has been crippedled by the spread of coronavirus. We take a look at how Australian airlines…

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Coronavirus News

Woodside Petroleum share price on watch after COVID-19 update

| James Mickleboro

The Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) share price will be on watch on Friday after providing a coronavirus update this morning...

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Coronavirus News

Coronavirus: Woolworths is hiring 20,000 new staff members

| James Mickleboro

Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX:WOW) has announced that it is hiring 20,000 new team members during the coronavirus crisis...

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Coronavirus News

This ASX retailer is the latest to close its stores because of COVID-19

| James Mickleboro

Kathmandu Holdings Ltd (ASX:KMD) shares will be on watch after it became the latest retailer to close its doors because…

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Technology Shares

Small-cap ASX tech share surges 60% on COVID-19 response

| Kate O'Brien

Whispir Ltd (ASX: WSP) shares have surged up 60% today after the company announced the government was planning to use…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

2 blue-chip ASX dividend shares with long-term resilience

| Phil Harpur

Here we look at 2 blue-chip ASX dividend shares offering strong long-term resilience in the current market: Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:…

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Coronavirus News

How has the coronavirus affected ASX fast-food shares?

| Nikhil Gangaram

With more people working from home, ASX fast-food shares that offer delivery of quick and cheap meals could become a…

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Coronavirus News

How to reduce your financial stress today

| Ken Hall

If you're one of the many Aussies feeling worried right now, here are few steps to reduce your financial stress…

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⏸️ Investing

Coronavirus (Covid-19): Why Is Italy's Fatality Rate So Bad?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Italy's fatality rate is almost 3 times higher than the rest of the world, at 10.4%.

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Coronavirus News

"This is a good time to invest" says one of world's best investors

| Tristan Harrison

Howard Marks is one of the world’s best investors and he has said that “this is a good time to…

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Coronavirus News

Dexus share price climbs higher on response to coronavirus

| Phil Harpur

The DEXUS Property Group (ASX: DXS) share price is rising today after the company provided a coronavirus update and withdrew…

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Cheap Shares

Why the worst might be over for these 2 coronavirus hit ASX stocks

| Brendon Lau

Crown Resorts Ltd (ASX: CWN) and Star Entertainment Group Ltd (ASX: SGR) have been among the worst hit ASX 200…

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Coronavirus News

oOh!Media announces final dividend payment is deferred

| Kate O'Brien

oOh!Media Ltd (ASX: OML) has decided to defer payment of its final dividend.

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⏸️ How to Invest

Stay positive! 2 optimistic things to remember for ASX investors today

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are two things to remember for ASX investors trying to stay positive in this ASX bear market today.

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Personal Finance

Coronavirus: How does a $10k super withdrawal affect your retirement?

| Ken Hall

The Federal Government is letting some Aussies make a $10k super withdrawal, but here's why you should think carefully before…

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Coronavirus News

Why this ASX medical tech share is up 22% today

| Kate O'Brien

The Medadvisor Ltd (ASX: MDR) share price has soared today after the ASX medical technology company announced it was launching…

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Coronavirus News

Flight Centre reveals detailed strategy to ride out coronavirus crisis

| Phil Harpur

Here we go through the key points announced by Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX: FLT) today with regards to…

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Coronavirus News

Why next month may be the right time to buy the bear market

| Brendon Lau

We haven't seen the end of the turmoil on the ASX 200 but a sustainable turning point for the COVID-19…

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Retail Shares

Super Retail share price climbs higher on COVID-19 trading update

| Nikhil Gangaram

The Super Retail Group (ASX: SUL) share price is edging higher today as the retailer provided a trading update and…

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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear share price edges lower on successful completion of capital raise

| Phil Harpur

The Cochlear Limited (ASX: COH) share price is edging lower today as the company announced it has successfully raised $880…

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Technology Shares

Is it time to invest in these 3 small-cap ASX tech shares?

| Rhys Brock

These 3 ASX tech shares are positioning themselves for success in a more online world as economies may be forever…

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Retail Shares

Why this popular but beaten down ASX retailer is surging higher today

| Brendon Lau

The ASX 200 retail sector is enjoying some respite but there's one that's shooting out the lights even after it…

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Coronavirus News

JB Hi-Fi share price higher on COVID-19 update

| James Mickleboro

The JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) share price is pushing higher on Thursday after the release of a coronavirus update...

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Personal Finance

How to organise your finances today to buy more ASX 200 shares

| Ken Hall

With a lot of uncertainty in the economy, here are a few tips to help you organise your finances and…

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Resources Shares

Northern Star share price sinks 11% lower on coronavirus update

| Phil Harpur

The Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) share price has opened lower today after the ASX gold miner provided a…

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Coronavirus News

1 ASX 200 banking share that could soar this decade

| Ken Hall

While the S&P/ASX 200 banking sector is under pressure, could Bendigo and Adelaide Bank (ASX: BEN) be an unlikely winner…

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Coronavirus News

Premier Investments closes Smiggle and other stores, impacting 9,000 employees

| James Mickleboro

The Premier Investments Limited (ASX:PMV) share price is storming higher despite announcing the closure of all its stores...

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Coronavirus News

Coronavirus: what are your financial support options?

| Kiryll Prakapenka

The coronavirus crisis has far reaching impacts. Here, we discuss government financial support options to help ease the burden many…

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Coronavirus News

AMP share price on watch following coronavirus business update

| Phil Harpur

The AMP Limited (ASX: AMP) share price is on watch today after the Australian wealth manager provided a business update…

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Coronavirus News

Nearmap share price on watch after COVID-19 update

| James Mickleboro

The Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) share price could be on the move today after the release of a COVID-19 update this…

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Coronavirus News

Coronavirus: This is the mortgage relief offered by the big four banks

| James Mickleboro

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and the big four banks are offering mortgage relief to customers impacted by the coronavirus...

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Coronavirus News

Coronavirus: What you can do if you've been stood down

| James Mickleboro

Here's what you can do if you've been stood down or lost your job because of the coronavirus outbreak...

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Motley Fool Take Stock

The worst (financial) response to Coronavirus

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Please resist the urge to raid your Super

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Cheap Shares

Macquarie's best ASX 200 buys for the "inevitable recovery"

| Brendon Lau

The end of the coronavirus bear market is inevitable and Macquarie picks the best 14 ASX stocks to buy for…

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⏸️ How to Invest

The importance of being brave in this ASX bear market

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why it's an important time to be brave as we go through this ASX 200 bear market.

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Personal Finance

2 tips to tighten up your finances in this difficult time

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 2 tips to give your personal finances a spring clean during this lockdown period.

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Coronavirus News

Coronavirus (Covid-19): The Search For A Vaccine Offers Plenty Of Hope

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

There is plenty of reason for hope in our battle against the Coronavirus.

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