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The Motley Fool will keep you up to date with all the latest Australian share market news. Get news, commentary and perspectives on the Australian and International stock markets today.

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Record Highs

The ASX 200 Index is on its way to another all-time high today. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

These blue chip stocks are driving the index towards a new record today...

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Share Market News

3 ASX mining stocks topping the most-traded list in October

| Bronwyn Allen

Chinese stimulus news and company announcements likely contributed to the higher trading activity.

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Technology Shares

ASX investors are obsessed with Nvidia shares! Here's why

| Bronwyn Allen

The global chipmaker reported a 94% increase in annual revenue in the third quarter.

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Opinions

Why ASX investors should 'ditch the fixation' with interest rates

| Tristan Harrison

How important are interest rates?

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Opinions

Want to start investing? These 3 ETFs can be a great first step

| Mitchell Lawler

The first step can be the most important, but it doesn't need to the hardest.

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Opinions

Is the ASX now entering the 'best period for sharemarket returns'?

| Tristan Harrison

The ASX share market could be a great place to be invested.

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Opinions

1 ASX stock I bought for my superannuation fund and another I'm planning to buy

| Tristan Harrison

I believe in these ASX shares for the long-term.

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How to invest

I'm fine with a stock market crash. You might be too

| Mitchell Lawler

This article might leave you longing for a ride to the downside.

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Recent Share Market News

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Share Market News

How much could a $5,000 investment in Woolworths shares become in one year?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if analysts think the supermarket giant would be a good option for your hard-earned money.

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Share Gainers

Why ARB, Arcadium Lithium, Netwealth, and Regis Resources shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. But why?

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Materials Shares

Why this OTHER ASX lithium stock is rocketing higher today

| Bernd Struben

Up 107% in a month, investors just sent this ASX lithium stock surging again!

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Graincorp, Metals Acquisition, and Webjet shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are hitting the sell button on Thursday.

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Capital Raising

Guess which ASX 300 copper stock is crashing 12% today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is causing this stock to sink deep into the red.

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Index investing

Should you buy the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) at all-time ASX highs?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it too late to buy this index fund?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Rio Tinto share price rises on $10b Arcadium Lithium takeover deal

| James Mickleboro

Management believes the deal makes it a global leader in energy transition commodities.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX shares to buy with strong long-term growth plans

| Tristan Harrison

These 2 ASX shares could be good strong performers according to one fund manager.

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Broker Notes

Why this broker just downgraded DroneShield shares

| James Mickleboro

Now could be the time to take some profit off the table.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy hump day for ASX shares, despite an afternoon wobble.

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Share Gainers

Three soaring ASX 300 shares just upgraded by leading brokers

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers expect more gains ahead from these high-flying ASX 300 shares.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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ETFs

The iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) just hit a new all-time high

| Sebastian Bowen

There's one stock that owners of this index fund can thank for today's new high...

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Share Fallers

Why Karoon Energy, Mesoblast, Mineral Resources, and Sigma shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why APA, Elders, GQG, and Webjet shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. But why?

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Record Highs

5 ASX 200 shares smashing new all-time highs on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

These have been great shares to have in your portfolio in 2024.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX biotech stock just rocketed 25% on big US news

| Bernd Struben

Here are all the details.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

On Tuesday, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) had subdued session and dropped into the red. The benchmark index fell 0.35% to…

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares had a rough session this Tuesday.

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Broker Notes

3 ASX 200 shares poised for 'positive AGM surprises': Macquarie

| Zach Bristow

Who doesn't like a good surprise?

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Broker Notes

Morgans names its best ASX share ideas for October

| James Mickleboro

Which stocks is the broker feeling bullish on this month? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, Lotus, West African Resources, and Wildcat shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Market News

3 cheap ASX shares being bought by insiders

| Sebastian Bowen

Insiders clearly think these ASX shares are looking attractive.

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Share Fallers

Why Elixir Energy, Neuren, Reece, and TechnologyOne shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

This ASX energy stock just crashed 58%! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The ASX energy stock lost more than half its market value on Tuesday morning. But why?

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Broker Notes

Northern Star share price has 22% upside: broker

| Zach Bristow

The gold price is one major factor to the thesis.

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Technology Shares

DroneShield share price soars on new $13.5 million US Government deal

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are bidding up DroneShield shares on Tuesday.

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Broker Notes

Why this leading broker loves DroneShield and this ASX share

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about these shares.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough session for Aussie investors today.

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Share Gainers

Up 73% in two weeks: What's going on with BrainChip shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can we find a reason behind BrainChip's recent renaissance?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares had a great start to the week today.

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Share Gainers

Why Arcadium Lithium, Magellan, Neuren, and WA1 shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good start to the week. But why?

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Opinions

Up 48% in 2024, are A2 Milk shares a buy for FY25?

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has been a strong performer. Is the valuation too frothy?

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Share Fallers

Why Deep Yellow, Evolution Mining, GQG Partners, and West African Resources shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. But why?

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Arcadium Lithium shares rocket 46% on Rio Tinto takeover approach

| James Mickleboro

The mining giant could soon become the third largest lithium supplier.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX shares to buy in October

| James Mickleboro

These stocks are top picks in October according to the broker.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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