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Opinions

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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A businessman compares the growth trajectory of property versus shares.
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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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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares with big yields I'd buy for income

| Tristan Harrison

Metcash is one of the stocks paying large dividends that I think is worth owning.

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ETFs

Of all my ASX ETFs, this is my favourite. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's the tea on my favourite ASX ETF investment.

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Dividend Investing

How to buy ASX dividend shares for income stripping

| Tony Yoo

Income-producing stocks are all the rage now, with growth shares out of favour. Here's how one can milk the best…

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5 things I love about investing in ASX shares

| Cathryn Goh

It's about the journey, not just the destination...

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Investing Strategies

Yes, buy ASX shares now. Don't wait like everyone else: expert

| Tony Yoo

Right now is a once-in-a-generation buying opportunity. Are you just going to watch from the sidelines?

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ETFs

If I were forced to sell all of my ASX shares except one, I'd hold onto this ETF

| Cathryn Goh

First in, last out? This ETF is the one that I'd keep...

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ETFs

Here's why I'm confident my investment in the BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF will eventually pay off

| Cathryn Goh

Investing in ETFs passively with the long term in mind, I don't have to worry about what the market is…

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These 2 ASX 200 shares are 'compelling growth opportunities': fund manager

| Tristan Harrison

Here are two ASX shares that the market could be underestimating.

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Which ASX All Ords shares could perform well in a recession?

| Tristan Harrison

I think there are a few different industries that could keep generating solid earnings during tough times.

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Opportunities across the mining sector: Expert names ASX 200 shares to buy

| Tristan Harrison

The resources sector is still a good place to go digging for ideas, according to this fund manager.

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Investing Strategies

Where to hide? (And the case for buying shares)

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

This bear market is testing the resolve of even the more experienced investors.

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2 undervalued ASX shares that are growth opportunities: fund manager

| Tristan Harrison

Myer has surprisingly been named as an opportunity.

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Communication Shares

Aussie Broadband share price is 'quite cheap for what it is': expert

| Tristan Harrison

A growing telco has been named as a leading investment.

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Opinions

ASX 200 lithium share, Allkem, could have its 'market cap in cash pretty soon': experts

| Tristan Harrison

Allkem could generate a lot of cash at the current lithium price.

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Technology Shares

Down 49% this year, here's why I'm still holding my Block shares

| Cathryn Goh

Amidst the turbulence, here's why I'm sticking fat.

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Resources Shares

My Fortescue shares have returned 33% in a year. Here's why I'm still expecting big things

| Tristan Harrison

Fortescue has been a leading performer for my portfolio. I’m still optimistic.

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3 ASX shares that are great-value buys right now: fund manager

| Tristan Harrison

These lesser-known ASX shares could be leading picks, according to Ophir.

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Building a share portfolio as a young investor? Here's where I'd start

| Tristan Harrison

I think investing in ASX shares is a great idea. But where to begin?

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ASX investors, STOP reading economic forecasts: economist

| Tony Yoo

Yes, stock markets have been driven by macroeconomic indicators this year. But that doesn't mean you should take any notice.

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ETFs

Why this ASX ETF might help investors sleep better at night

| Tristan Harrison

The businesses in this portfolio could give investors peace during these uncertain times.

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Technology Shares

Down 47% so far in 2022, expert says this ASX tech share is a potential 10-bagger buy

| Tristan Harrison

Investors looking for a beaten-up opportunity could find treasure with this idea.

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Bank Shares

Own CBA? Here's why you should also buy NAB shares: expert

| Tristan Harrison

The biggest bank may not be the largest opportunity in the sector.

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Opinions

Could ASX 200 shares represent a 'phenomenal opportunity' right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a once-in-a-generation chance to buy discounted shares?

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Which ASX shares I'd buy with $5,000 right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think this is a great time to go shopping for shares.

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Even amid inflation, we all have to buy food. So why is the Woolworths share price struggling?

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors buy the dip with this major supermarket business?

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Share market sell-off: 3 top ASX shares to buy now

| Tristan Harrison

Businesses that are now cheaper after this volatility could be a bargain.

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Dividend Investing

These 3 ASX shares hold top spot as my favourite dividend deliverers

| Tristan Harrison

I went looking for income from shares. These are my preferred picks.

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3 beaten-up ASX shares this fund manager thinks are 'compelling' buys

| Tristan Harrison

Fund manager L1 Capital has picked out some names it thinks are bargains.

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3 ASX shares I'd buy with $500

| Tristan Harrison

Looking to invest a small amount? These shares could be a good place to start.

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Should you really be buying ASX shares in this market?

| Tristan Harrison

I think investors should be combing through the carnage for ideas.

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Down 30% in 2022: Here's why I'm holding tight to my Vulcan Energy shares

| Brooke Cooper

It's been a tough year so far for Vulcan Energy shares, but I'm not giving up on them just yet.

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ETFs

5 reasons why I invest in ASX ETFs

| Cathryn Goh

I think ETFs are a great way to invest. Here's why...

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Are you at risk of missing the 'recovery moment' in ASX shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Inflation is making the investment environment uncertain, but that doesn’t mean investors shouldn’t be invested.

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This was the only ASX 200 share I bought in September. Here's why

| Tristan Harrison

I’ve been topping up on this defensive ASX share this month.

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ETFs

I think these 2 ASX ETFs are buys for growth and diversification in October

| Tristan Harrison

Looking for diversified growth? I reckon these ETFs could be good options.

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Opinions

The mistake this billionaire investor is warning others not to make amid recession fears

| Tristan Harrison

Private equity investor David Rubenstein has given some wise advice.

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Expert reveals 'one of the most important things' to do in the share market right now

| Bronwyn Allen

Staying invested during periods of volatility is difficult but crucial for ASX shares investors. Here's why.

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Dividend Investing

Here's why I only invest in ASX dividend-paying shares

| Tristan Harrison

Income-paying shares offer everything I’m looking for in an investment.

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Retail Shares

Lost faith in ASX growth shares? Here's why I still rate these 2 as buys right now

| Tristan Harrison

These are two ideas that I’m optimistic about for the long term.

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Retail Shares

The Kogan share price has tumbled 18% in 2 weeks. Time to pounce?

| Tristan Harrison

Retailers are getting hammered this year. Should investors be smelling a bargain?

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