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Bank Shares

Here's where you'll find out all the news about ASX listed bank shares.

Get the latest thoughts and opinions on big 4 bank stocks, including Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Westpac Banking Corporation, National Australia Bank, and ANZ Bank.

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Bank Shares

Why CBA shares could keep on rising

| Laura Stewart

Can the ASX banking giant continue to defy analyst expectations?

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Bank Shares

When will CBA shares stop rising? CSL might give us a clue

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL's history might tell us what's in store for CBA.

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Bank Shares

Which of the big four bank shares have doubled in the last 5 years?

| Aaron Bell

These two blue-chip bank shares have risen above the rest in recent times.

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Record Highs

Breaking: CBA shares hit a new record of $180

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA shares can't possibly keep rising can they?

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Bank Shares

What price targets does Macquarie have on the big 4 banks?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what the broker has to say about the big 4 bank share prices.

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Bank Shares

How artificial intelligence could transform the banking industry

| Samantha Menzies

ANZ describes the move as “the single-biggest change program” the bank will undertake over the next few years.

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Bank Shares

How likely is it that CBA shares will hit $200 in 2025?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could we see CBA shares with a '2' at the front?

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Bank Shares

Guess which big 4 bank preemptively cut interest rates ahead of the RBA's next decision?

| Sebastian Bowen

This bank has pipped the RBA to the punch.

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Recent Bank Shares News

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Bank Shares

Could the growth of Kiwibank impact ANZ shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Could a competitor hurt ANZ’s outlook?

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Bank Shares

Why CBA shares could keep on rising

| Laura Stewart

Can the ASX banking giant continue to defy analyst expectations?

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Share Gainers

Thinking of selling your CBA shares? This expert says you should hold on

| Bronwyn Allen

CBA shares are up by about 80% since November 2023.

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Bank Shares

The catalysts that could bring CBA shares back to earth

| Laura Stewart

CBA is now the world's most expensive banking stock.

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Bank Shares

Is the CBA share price a buy for passive dividend income?

| Tristan Harrison

CBA is one of the biggest dividend payers in Australia. Is it a good buy?

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Bank Shares

What Microsoft's lost decade could mean for CBA shares

| Laura Stewart

Could CBA shares be worth the same in 10 years time?

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Bank Shares

When does Macquarie expect Westpac to cut its dividend?

| James Mickleboro

Here's the latest forecast for this banking giant's dividend.

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Bank Shares

When will CBA shares stop rising? CSL might give us a clue

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL's history might tell us what's in store for CBA.

Read more »

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Bank Shares

Is the ANZ share price a buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be attracted to the major bank?

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Bank Shares

Which of the big four bank shares have doubled in the last 5 years?

| Aaron Bell

These two blue-chip bank shares have risen above the rest in recent times.

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Bank Shares

Wondering if CBA shares are overvalued? This shocking metric proves it

| Sebastian Bowen

You won't see CBA in the same light after seeing this.

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Bank Shares

Macquarie share price higher amid DRP dividend news

| Bronwyn Allen

Macquarie has announced the share price of stock to be allocated through its dividend reinvestment plan.

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Bank Shares

CBA shares are now worth a total of more than $300 billion. Here's why that's a problem

| Bernd Struben

CBA’s ever growing stock market dominance is raising red flags. But why?

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Record Highs

Breaking: CBA shares hit a new record of $180

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA shares can't possibly keep rising can they?

Read more »

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Bank Shares

Forget the big 4 banks, Macquarie tips 11% upside for this ASX All Ords Financials stock

| Sebastian Bowen

This broker is telling investors to look beyond CBA.

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Bank Shares

What price should I pay for the Big 4 banks?

| Samantha Menzies

Macquarie has updated its target price on Australia’s Big 4 banks.

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Bank Shares

What happened with the big four ASX 200 bank stocks in May?

| Bernd Struben

Guess which ASX 200 bank stock led the charge higher again in May.

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Bank Shares

After the recent RBA rate cut, why is Macquarie underweight ASX bank shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Macquarie is not banking on strong returns from this sector.

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Bank Shares

CBA vs Macquarie shares: Which one is best?

| James Mickleboro

Ord Minnett has given its verdict on these giants.

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Bank Shares

How the CBA share price smashed the benchmark to close May at all-time highs

| Bernd Struben

I hope you didn’t sell your CBA shares in April!

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Bank Shares

$10,000 invested in NAB shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Bernd Struben

NAB shares have delivered some benchmark smashing returns over the past five years.

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Bank Shares

Will CBA shares continue to outperform BHP shares over the next 5 years?

| James Mickleboro

Which of these two giants will perform best? Let's find out.

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Bank Shares

What price targets does Macquarie have on the big 4 banks?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what the broker has to say about the big 4 bank share prices.

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Bank Shares

Should I buy ANZ shares today?

| Bernd Struben

With a 5.7% dividend yield, are ANZ shares a good buy right now?

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Bank Shares

Can Bank of Queensland shares keep outperforming the other ASX 200 bank stocks into 2026?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert offers his verdict on what’s ahead for Bank of Queensland shares.

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Bank Shares

Forget CBA shares, Ord Minnett says this ASX bank stock could rocket 50%+

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which bank stock could be a better buy.

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Broker Notes

Are Bendigo Bank shares a buy, hold or sell? Here's Macquarie's latest recommendation

| Bernd Struben

Should I buy the dip on Bendigo Bank shares today?

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Bank Shares

Why these experts say sell CBA shares now

| Bernd Struben

These two investment experts recommend selling CBA shares today. But why?

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Bank Shares

Westpac share price drops despite key AI appointment

| James Mickleboro

The banking giant is doubling down on its AI ambitions.

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Bank Shares

Should you buy NAB shares in June?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this the right time to invest in the ASX bank share?

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Bank Shares

$5,000 invested in CBA shares one year ago is now worth…

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares have continued to defy bearish analysts and charged higher.

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Bank Shares

Why CBA shares could crash 40%+

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are calling time on this banking giant's incredible run.

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Bank Shares

Guess which ASX 200 bank stock is down 4% after posting a quarterly profit decline

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how this bank performed during the third quarter.

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Bank Shares

How artificial intelligence could transform the banking industry

| Samantha Menzies

ANZ describes the move as “the single-biggest change program” the bank will undertake over the next few years.

Read more »

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Bank Shares

5.75% yield: Are ANZ shares a dividend trap?

| Sebastian Bowen

ANZ's dividend currently beats out its own term deposits.

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Bank Shares

Here's the earnings forecast out to 2029 for CBA shares

| Tristan Harrison

How much earnings could CBA generate in the coming years?

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Bank Shares

CBA shares hit a new $176 record high. Too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

What can stop this bank now?

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Bank Shares

Is this the right time to invest in Westpac shares after the interest rate cut?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors bank on rate cuts helping Westpac?

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Bank Shares

How did ASX bank shares react to the RBA decision?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Reserve Bank of Australia just reduced interest rates by 0.25% in the second cut for 2025.

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Dividend Investing

Dividends from ASX 200 bank shares 'looking very stretched': expert

| Bronwyn Allen

The banks have always been a favourite choice among ASX dividend investors. But the outlook ain't great.

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