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Want to start investing in ASX shares? Here's what I'd buy

| Tristan Harrison

This is where I’d begin to put my money in the stock market.

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What's the outlook for shares vs. property in 2025?

| Bronwyn Allen

The experts have put out their new year predictions...

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My ASX share portfolio is up 30% this year! Here's my plan for 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

The best investing plans shouldn't need too many updates.

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These stocks made my share portfolio a market-beater in 2024

| Mitchell Lawler

Beating the market is the least important takeaway from this year.

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How to invest

I'm preparing for an ASX stock market crash in 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

Whatever happens next year, my portfolio will be ready...

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My prediction for the best-performing ASX sectors in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s where I think the outperformers will come from.

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Top ASX shares to buy before Christmas

| Motley Fool Staff

Here are some guilt-free purchases that you can snag without battling a crowd this Christmas.

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Where will the ASX 200 be this time next year?

| Bronwyn Allen

Morgan Stanley has delivered its forecast for the Australian share market in 2025.

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Yield-hunting: My top ASX dividend shares to fund an early retirement

| Bernd Struben

ASX dividend shares offer a unique means to help fund an early retirement.

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2 ASX 300 shares that are tapping into strong growth tailwinds

| Tristan Harrison

I’m expecting a lot more growth from these two names.

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The Kogan share price has soared 70% in 2023. Here's why it could still be a buy

| Tristan Harrison

Is it still a good time to go shopping for Kogan shares?

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This pair of ASX 200 shares are at the top of my watchlist for August. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two shares are a pair of the ASX 200's best businesses.

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Earnings Results

Experts forecast the ASX 200 winners and losers this earnings season

| Bronwyn Allen

The consensus is for solid results but lower dividends and a weaker outlook.

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3 ASX small-cap shares I think could become the blue chips of the future

| Mitchell Lawler

They might be small companies now, but give these quality businesses enough time and they could grow to be blue…

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I'd buy these ASX 200 shares to beat the market in FY24 and beyond

| Tristan Harrison

Resilience could be the key to outperformance.

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3 compelling reasons why I own Brickworks shares

| Tristan Harrison

This business is steadily building value for shareholders.

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These ASX All Ords former stars have halved in a year. Are they cheap?

| Tristan Harrison

Can these beaten-up stocks fight back?

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Why I would snap up these 2 unloved ASX shares before they report next month

| Tristan Harrison

Better-than-expected profit commentary in August could trigger these stocks to rise.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how I'd invest $3,000 into ASX dividend stocks to generate passive income for life

| Tony Yoo

Let's take three shares as an example to see how we can get paid for doing no work.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

3 reasons why Coles shares could be a good buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

Sales growth and ongoing population growth provide tailwinds for Coles earnings.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares I think can double in value

| Tristan Harrison

I’m expecting big things from both of these stocks.

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Energy Shares

Is now a good time to buy Santos shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Can this ASX 200 stock power investor returns even higher?

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Why I wouldn't buy this big-name ASX 200 share if you paid me

| Mitchell Lawler

I suspect this ASX 200 company will leave long term shareholders disappointed.

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Dividend Investing

8.7% + dividend yields! 3 ASX shares I'd buy now for passive income

| Tony Yoo

You should never buy stocks because of massive yields alone, but these ones might have a chance to grow your…

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Investing Strategies

How I'd generate a passive income from ASX shares starting today

| Tony Yoo

Commit to investing now and this is how much wealth you could create in 10 years.

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Dividend Investing

Why I'd buy ASX dividend shares with more than just high yields right now

| Tony Yoo

We may live in The Lucky Country, but you need to control your own destiny.

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3 reasons I think Wesfarmers shares look like a buy for August

| Tristan Harrison

The valuation and growth of Wesfarmers look too good to ignore.

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2 ASX shares down 50% that I think have massive upside

| Tristan Harrison

I see great things ahead for these compelling stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how I'd invest $5,000 in ASX dividend shares right now

| Tony Yoo

After 10 years, you could get your initial investment back each year in perpetuity.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX growth shares I think have huge passive income potential

| Bernd Struben

A lot of the ASX shares I run my slide rule over for passive income are of the blue-chip variety.…

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Why I'm worry-free with this sturdy ASX 200 share for the next decade

| Tony Yoo

The world is full of anxiety, but some stocks will allow you to turn down the noise.

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Value Investing

Here's how I'd invest $2,000 in ASX value shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

I’m going to talk about three different ideas that could be great value.

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Here are 2 ASX finds I'd buy to double my money in 5 years

| Tristan Harrison

I think these investment picks can significantly outperform over the next few years.

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Investing Strategies

Why bother picking stocks? Why not just invest everything in index funds?

| Tony Yoo

Professionals and amateur investors alike have trouble beating the market. So why is anyone putting together their own portfolio?

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Healthcare Shares

Do CSL shares still have what it takes to be a market-beating investment?

| Mitchell Lawler

Or are the heydays of this healthcare giant behind it?

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I have $20k in savings. Should I go for passive income or ASX growth shares?

| Tony Yoo

You've worked hard to rack up a nice balance to invest with. Now what?

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Top ASX shares to buy in FY24

| Motley Fool Staff

The new financial year is a cracking time to consider your investment strategy. Our writers recommend their top stocks to…

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How I'd invest $300 a month in ASX shares to target a $20,000 passive income for life

| Tony Yoo

Here is an example of how you could achieve financial freedom using Aussie stocks.

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4 things to look for in ASX shares right now

| Tony Yoo

Hamish Tadgell tells us what's in his crystal ball for the rest of 2023, including a few stock tips.

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Up 30% in a year, is it too late to buy Washington H. Soul Pattinson shares?

| Tristan Harrison

It’s not cheap any more, but here’s why the future is still bright.

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Materials Shares

Missed the boat on ASX lithium shares? Mining veteran reveals 5 other commodities set to surge

| Bronwyn Allen

Mining legend Bill Beament says people do not understand the scale of the green energy metals bull market that is…

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3 popular ASX shares I wouldn't touch with a bargepole

| Tony Yoo

Here's a trio of stocks that couldn't beat an egg. Don't be tempted into buying these value traps.

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Dividend Investing

Warren Buffett has $400 billion invested in these 5 dividend stocks. Here are some ASX shares I think are similar

| Tony Yoo

The torchbearer for growth investing actually harvests much income from some of his holdings. These are the Aussie equivalents.

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Why I think now is a great time to buy Webjet shares

| Tristan Harrison

Strong travel demand and operating leverage could make this an opportunity.

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The biggest holding in my ASX share portfolio is…

| Motley Fool Staff

ASX share portfolios are as individual as the individuals who created them. So, have you ever wondered what others have…

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Saved $50,000? Here's how I'd aim to turn that into a passive income of $30,000 a year!

| Tony Yoo

Well done for having the discipline to grow your savings to a substantial level. Now let's have some fun with…

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I can now get 5.50% a year from cash. So why am I still buying ASX 200 shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Dividends and capital growth are a winning combo in my eyes.

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What will happen to ASX shares over the next 12 months?

| Tony Yoo

Stocks went gangbusters in the 2023 financial year after a terrible 2022. Here's what's showing up in Dr Shane Oliver's…

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