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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

Growth Shares

Why this ASX small-cap share should be on everyone's watchlist

| Rhys Brock

The share price of meal kit delivery company Marley Spoon AG (ASX: MMM) has surged almost 400% in a couple…

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Retail Shares

ASX 200 shopping centre operator sees signs of recovery

| Kate O'Brien

Vicinity Centres (ASX: VCX) shares have fallen this morning despite the shopping centre operator announcing the reopening of more than…

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Retail Shares

Which ASX retail shares are seeing online sales surge?

| Kate O'Brien

Stores closures have had a significant impact on ASX retailers, but for some, booming online shopping has cushioned the blow.

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Healthcare Shares

Could this ASX healthcare share surge on COVID-19 testing?

| Nikhil Gangaram

Sonic Healthcare Limited (ASX: SHL) shares could surge on the back of a recent contract win from the Australian Government…

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Coronavirus News

Is it time to buy ASX travel shares again?

| Ken Hall

ASX travel shares like Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX: CTD) are bouncing back in May, but will they soar higher…

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Retail Shares

Who said ASX retail shares were dead?

| Nikhil Gangaram

With states beginning to ease coronavirus restrictions, here are 3 ASX retail shares that could be poised for a strong…

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Coronavirus News

These ASX shares are charging higher after positive COVID-19 updates

| James Mickleboro

Collins Foods Ltd (ASX:CKF) and these ASX shares are charging higher after the release of positive COVID-19 updates this morning...

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Coronavirus News

Are NextDC shares a good ASX tech buy today?

| Ken Hall

NextDC Ltd (ASX: NXT) shares have been rocketing higher in 2020, but are they still a strong ASX tech share…

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Coronavirus News

Why today could be the right time to buy bargain dividend stocks

| Peter Stephens

Buying undervalued dividend stocks while investor sentiment is weak could lead to high returns in the long run as the…

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Share Market News

5 resilient ASX shares to own in a post-coronavirus economy

| Rhys Brock

With broad swathes of the economy effectively put into hibernation, other sectors are rising to meet the changing demands of…

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Technology Shares

Here's how this ASX 200 tech share is navigating the coronavirus crisis

| Rhys Brock

With bold plans to slash its cost base while still pursuing growth opportunities, ASX aerial imagery company Nearmap Ltd (ASX:…

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Coronavirus News

Coronavirus: 3 post-pandemic ASX investing trends

| Daryl Mather

The world has changed dramatically while we have been locked down. Here are three ASX investing trends for the post-coronavirus…

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Bank Shares

Is the CBA share price a buy?

| Ken Hall

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) share price is down 26.36% this year, but could it be an absolute…

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Share Market News

Warren Buffett isn't buying the market dip, should you?

| Brendon Lau

Market bulls will be nervous. The world’s most famous investor is a big net seller of shares during the COVID-19…

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Coronavirus News

Why quality blue-chip dividend stocks could surge after the market crash

| Peter Stephens

Now could be the right time to buy high-quality dividend stocks after recent declines due to their long-term recovery potential.

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Share Market News

Why May might just be the most important month of 2020 for ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why May might be the most important month of 2020 for ASX 200 shares

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Share Market News

The Warren Buffett indicator is flashing red for a market crash

| Brendon Lau

The big fall on the S&P/ASX 200 Index (Index:^AXJO) today may be a taste of things to come. Warren Buffett's…

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Coronavirus News

5 quality ASX shares to buy in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

| Alexandra Cain

It’s a fire sale of equities, with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy ASX shares at crazy prices. Here are 5…

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Technology Shares

Here's why the Afterpay share price soared 66% higher in April

| Phil Harpur

Let's take a look at the factors that led to the Afterpay share price soaring 66% higher in April.

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Share Fallers

Metcash shares fall 20% in April: Should you buy?

| Ken Hall

Metcash Limited (ASX: MTS) shares slumped 20.95% lower in April, but is the Aussie supermarket a bargain buy or set…

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Cheap Shares

The new hunting ground for ASX value buys isn't where you'd expect

| Brendon Lau

In this turbulent COVID-19 world, “capital raisings” are no longer seen to be a dirty word and may even prove…

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Technology Shares

ASX stock of the day: Openpay share price rockets 38% after BNPL provider reports 113% growth in customer numbers

| Kate O'Brien

The Openpay Group Ltd (ASX: OPY) share price is rocketing higher after the buy now, pay later provider reported significant…

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Retail Shares

Which ASX retail shares are thriving in lockdown?

| Kate O'Brien

ASX retailers have been amongst the hardest hit from the coronavirus pandemic, with many choosing to shutter stores.

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Share Market News

What you need to know about Woolworths quarterly sales surge

| Brendon Lau

The Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) share price will be in focus this morning after the supermarket giant posted a…

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⏸️ Shares for retirement

Coronavirus: Why superannuation withdrawals can hurt us all

| Ken Hall

Why making a superannuation withdrawal today could hurt your future retirement plans tomorrow (hint: it's not just about the money...)

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Bank Shares

Why ASX bank shares are so volatile right now

| Ken Hall

ASX bank shares like CBA and NAB have been hit hard in 2020, but what's driving share price volatility and…

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Share Market News

Consumer confidence is up! Will ASX 200 shares follow?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can ASX 200 shares get a boost from increasing consumer confidence in Australia?

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Coronavirus News

Coles just reported a 12% sales boost and its share price fell 5%. Time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is the Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL) share price a bargain today after dropping 5% on increased sales?

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Technology Shares

ASX stock of the day: LiveTiles share price surges 14% after small cap tech share reports 60% jump in recurring revenue

| Kate O'Brien

The LiveTiles Ltd (ASX: LVT) share price soared as much as 14% this morning after the intranet software provider revealed…

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Coronavirus News

Is the Transurban share price an ASX bargain buy at $13?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is the Transurban Group (ASX: TCL) share price a bargain ASX buy today for dividend income?

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Growth Shares

2 investing trends that can help you build an ASX portfolio in 2020

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 2 ASX investing trends that I think we can use to build a 2020 ASX share portoflio today.

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Share Market News

COVID-19 is changing the way Australians eat: How is this ASX 200 salmon farmer benefiting?

| Michael Tonon

Find out how this S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX: XJO) company is benefiting from the changing habits in Australia created by COVID-19.

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Share Market News

Can the ASX share market continue to defy the bears?

| Kate O'Brien

The ASX share market has staged a strong comeback from March’s coronavirus correction. Can it continue to rise?

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Coronavirus News

How to invest in ASX shares like Warren Buffett

| Lloyd Prout

Warren Buffett is one of the greatest investors of all time. Here is how to apply his investing approach to…

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Coronavirus News

What to expect from Qantas' third-quarter trading update

| Nikhil Gangaram

Qantas Airways Limited (ASX: QAN) recently suspended the release of its third-quarter trading update. Here's what investors should expect.

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Share Market News

The COVID-19 pandemic may be a blessing for Afterpay after all

| Brendon Lau

The COVID-19 crisis crisis may have come at just the right time for BNPL posterchild Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT). Here's…

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Coronavirus News

Are ASX travel and media shares back in the buy zone?

| Ken Hall

ASX travel and media shares like Webjet Limited (ASX: WEB) and oOh!Media Ltd (ASX: OML) have been smashed, but is…

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Share Market News

Younger workers emptying superannuation under government scheme

| Kate O'Brien

Younger workers are emptying their superannuation nest eggs in response to the government’s early access scheme.

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Coronavirus News

Market close: ASX 200 ends lower

| Tristan Harrison

Volatility continues within the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO), it ended lower today despite being up in the morning.

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 top ASX dividend shares to buy during the COVID-19 crisis

| James Mickleboro

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and these ASX dividend shares could be great options for income investors during the COVID-19 crisis...

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