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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

Here's everything you need to know about the new CBA dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA's latest dividend is a doozy.

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Bank Shares

ASX bank stocks: Buy, sell, or hold?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what to expect over the next 12 months.

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Dividend Investing

Bought $10,000 worth of CBA shares 5 years ago? Guess how much passive income you've already banked

| Bernd Struben

There are good reasons many passive income investors favour CBA shares.

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Bank Shares

Buying CBA shares? Here's what's happening at today's AGM

| Bernd Struben

CBA is holding its annual general meeting in Brisbane today. Let’s see what’s happening.

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Bank Shares

CBA vs Westpac: Which ASX bank is the better dividend stock right now?

| Leigh Gant

Dividend yields tell a different story when comparing these two banking giants.

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Bank Shares

Investing in ASX 200 banks: Which macroeconomic variables matter according to Macquarie

| Samantha Menzies

The majority of absolute bank performance can be explained by four key factors.

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Dividend Investing

Are CBA shares still a good buy today for passive income?

| Bernd Struben

Looking to earn passive income from ASX dividend stocks? Here’s my take on CBA shares.

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Bank Shares

The biggest buyers and sellers of ASX 200 bank stocks revealed

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie breaks down who’s been buying and who’s been selling the ASX 200 bank stocks.

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Recent Bank Shares News

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IPOs

Judo Bank (ASX:JDO) hits the ASX, here's how it differs from the big four

| Mitchell Lawler

The youngest Aussie bank on the ASX has made its entrance...

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Bank Shares

Here's everything to know about the Westpac (ASX:WBC) dividend after its earnings update

| Tristan Harrison

Westpac shares are dropped despite the $1.18 per share dividend.

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Bank Shares

Westpac (ASX:WBC) share price on watch amid earnings jump and $3.5bn buyback

| James Mickleboro

Here's how Westpac performed in FY 2021...

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Bank Shares

Here's why the Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) share price tumbled 5% in October

| Tristan Harrison

BOQ shares dropped during October 2021.

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Bank Shares

The ANZ share price is up 24% so far in 2021. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

How has this banking giant had such a strong year so far?

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Bank Shares

Could the Westpac (ASX:WBC) share price be about to take off?

| Marc Sidarous

The bank is a good prospect to some investing experts.

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Bank Shares

What's happening with the CBA (ASX:CBA) share price this week?

| Bernd Struben

Broker recommendations can have a significant impact on investor sentiment.

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Broker Notes

This big bank ASX share is ready to break out

| Tony Yoo

Analysts say this financial giant could reward shareholders handsomely very soon. Which bank?

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Bank Shares

Own Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) shares? Here's what you should know about its home loans

| Aaron Teboneras

The regional bank will change its way of assessing home loan applicants from tomorrow.

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Bank Shares

Why is the Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) share price plunging today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The bank is trading ex-dividend today. Here are the details

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Share Gainers

ANZ (ASX:ANZ) share price higher after beating expectations in FY21

| James Mickleboro

This banking giant's shares are rising on Thursday...

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Bank Shares

ANZ (ASX:ANZ) share price on watch after FY21 profit surge

| James Mickleboro

ANZ's profits jumped in FY 2021...

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Bank Shares

Own CBA shares? Here's the bank's latest green initiative

| Bernd Struben

Green credentials are increasingly important in the construction sector.

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Bank Shares

NAB (ASX:NAB) share price hits 2-year high, CEO welcomes net zero commitment

| Brooke Cooper

The NAB share price took off today following comments made by boss Ross McEwan.

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Bank Shares

The NAB (ASX:NAB) share price is outperforming its rivals this month: Is it a buy?

| James Mickleboro

NAB is having a strong month. Is it time to buy?

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Bank Shares

Westpac (ASX: WBC) share price rises as it announces changes to its board

| Marc Sidarous

Board member Steve Harker has cited health reasons in his decision to step down.

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Financial Shares

The ASX 200 share I'd hold for 5 years: fund manager

| Bernd Struben

Companies that can adapt to rapidly changing times could be well placed for future growth.

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Bank Shares

CBA (ASX:CBA) share price struggles amid financial planning arm closure

| Brooke Cooper

CBA's financial planning division will be closed at the end of next month.

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Bank Shares

Here's why the 90-year old CBA (ASX:CBA) school banking program is no longer

| Aaron Teboneras

What's going on with Australia's largest bank?

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Bank Shares

What is the current Westpac (ASX:WBC) dividend payout ratio?

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a closer look this banking giant's recent dividends.

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Bank Shares

The Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) share price will trade ex-dividend on Thursday. Here's what you need to know

| Aaron Teboneras

The company's shares are on a rebound following last week's disappointing run.

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Bank Shares

Is the CBA (ASX:CBA) share price a great deal right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Might CBA shares be a good opportunity to think about right now at above $100?

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Bank Shares

Own NAB (ASX:NAB) shares? Here's how the bank upset activists this week

| Brooke Cooper

NAB has faced calls to remove the Coastal GasLink from its loan book

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BNPL shares

Own Afterpay (ASX:APT) shares? Here's how the big banks are honing in on the BNPL sector

| Brooke Cooper

More big banks chasing a new generation of spenders are moving into Afterpay's space.

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Bank Shares

What's happening with the CBA (ASX:CBA) share price this week?

| Bernd Struben

The government is scrutinising superannuation providers.

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Bank Shares

Own ANZ (ASX:ANZ) shares? Here's what the bank's CEO is warning on 'greenwashing'

| Bernd Struben

Ever more investors are investing with ESG principles in mind. But how do you know an investment is really 'green'?

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Bank Shares

Own Westpac (ASX:WBC) shares? Here's how the bank plans to compete with Afterpay

| Aaron Teboneras

The bank is mixing it up in the BNPL market...

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52-Week Highs

NAB (ASX:NAB) share price nudges 2-year, post-COVID high

| Zach Bristow

We explore what's fuelling the banking giant's recent upward trajectory.

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Broker Notes

Top broker tips CBA (ASX:CBA) share price slide to $80

| James Mickleboro

Is the CBA share price too expensive?

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Bank Shares

ANZ (ASX:ANZ) share price on watch after revealing $129 million profit hit

| James Mickleboro

Here's what will be impacting this banking giant's profits...

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Bank Shares

CBA (ASX:CBA) share price gains amid 'smart' new payments launch

| Brooke Cooper

CBA has moved further into Square's space with the launch of its new payment terminal.

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Bank Shares

Why have investors been selling off Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) shares lately?

| Zach Bristow

Investors haven't been chasing the bank's shares lately.

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Bank Shares

What to expect from the CBA (ASX:CBA) Q1 result

| James Mickleboro

CBA's Q1 results are coming soon. Here's what to expect...

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Bank Shares

ANZ (ASX:ANZ) share price gains amid cybersecurity audit rumours

| Brooke Cooper

The bank has disputed reports it's experienced major security breaches.

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Bank Shares

Own CBA (ASX:CBA) shares? Here's why mortgage competition is intensifying

| Aaron Teboneras

Where to next for CBA shares?

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Bank Shares

Top broker says Westpac (ASX:WBC) share price could rise 15%

| James Mickleboro

This banking giant's shares could be in the buy zone...

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Bank Shares

What is the outlook for the NAB (ASX:NAB) share price?

| Tristan Harrison

Where do analysts see National Australia Bank shares headed? We take a closer look

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Bank Shares

CBA (ASX:CBA) share price up amid $15b MySuper deal

| Tristan Harrison

CBA shares are rising as the big bank told investors about the deal with Blackrock.

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Bank Shares

The Westpac (ASX:WBC) share price is up 30% so far in 2021. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Why have Westpac shares enjoyed a wonderful 2021 so far?

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Bank Shares

Legal risk just increased for the Westpac (ASX:WBC) share price

| Brendon Lau

The Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) share price could find itself under the comfortable spotlight if it gets hit by…

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