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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 Gainers

3 ASX All Ords shares rocketing over 12% on Thursday

| Zach Bristow

Double-digit returns for these ASX names.

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Opinions

Why CBA shares can still be cheap while looking expensive

| Mitchell Lawler

Overvalued? I'm not banking on it.

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Broker Notes

4 ASX All Ords shares attracting broker upgrades

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX All Ords stocks have caught the attention of brokers this week.

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Share Gainers

Why Appen, Brickworks, Paladin Energy, and Whitehaven Coal shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having strong sessions. But why are investors buying them?

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Share Fallers

Why Adairs, Cettire, Firefly, and Step One shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are missing out on the good times on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Down 30% in a month: Broker says buy this ASX 200 share now

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for buyers of this beaten down stock.

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Financial Shares

Platinum shares fall after rejecting Regal Partners takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

The fund manager believes the offer undervalues the company.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the Australian share market today.

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Dividend Investing

Worried about falling interest rates on savings? Buy these ASX dividend shares

| Sebastian Bowen

I would buy these dividend shares if I was worried about lower rates today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a woeful Wednesday for ASX 200 investors today.

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52-Week Highs

3 ASX 200 gold shares smashing new 52-week highs on Wednesday

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 gold stocks are shining bright on Wednesday.

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Share Market News

Why did the ASX 200 lift on the latest Aussie inflation print?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors celebrated the latest CPI data. But why?

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Share Market News

Guess which ASX 200 CEO just sold another $23 million worth of company shares

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be worried about this large sale?

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Share Gainers

Why Core Lithium, Fortescue, Mineral Resources, and Webjet Group shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Cettire, Light & Wonder, Premier Investments, and Sigma shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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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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Resources Shares

Why I think it's time to invest in the major ASX iron ore shares

| Tristan Harrison

Time to dig in and buy shares in this sector? I believe so.

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Broker Notes

2 more ASX shares that are 'key picks' for Morgans

| James Mickleboro

The broker has its eyes on these small cap stocks.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

A better day is expected for Aussie investors on hump day.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares took another tumble this Tuesday.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 dips as RBA delivers latest verdict on Australia's interest rate path

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are feeling a bit jittery following the RBA’s interest rate announcement.

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Share Market News

Shares vs. property: What a $285,000 record capital gain from home resales would be worth now if you invested in ASX shares

| Bronwyn Allen

There was a record median capital gain of $285,000 among 91,000 home resales during the June quarter.

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Share Gainers

Why Boss Energy, Cettire, Tuas, and Webjet shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are smashing the market on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Atlas Arteria, Coles, Healius, and Opthea shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why investors are hitting the sell button today.

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Record Highs

3 ASX 200 shares smashing all-time record highs on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Records are being broken by these stocks. But why?

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Opinions

Is it safe to buy ASX shares right now, or should you wait until 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

Should Aussies jump into the market or be patient?

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Share Gainers

Guess which small-cap ASX mining stock just exploded 123% on huge US news

| Bernd Struben

Investors just more than doubled the value of this small-cap ASX mining stock. But why?

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Broker Notes

2 ASX shares that are 'key picks' for Morgans

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about these stocks.

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Broker Notes

'Attractive entry point': Top analysts name 3 ASX All Ords shares to buy now

| Tristan Harrison

These are top stock picks and are worth buying, according to experts.

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Opinions

Is a new bull market starting? I'd buy these 2 ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

I believe these stocks have exciting futures if share markets are going to keep rising.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A better 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 rough start to the week for ASX shares today.

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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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Share Gainers

Why Appen, Lotus, Opthea, and Paladin Energy shares are surging today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week with a bang. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Select Harvests, Strike Energy, Webjet, and Woolworths shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Capital Raising

Why is this ASX 300 stock crashing 18% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is making investors hit the sell button today.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

REA Group shares drop on new $11.9 billion Rightmove offer

| James Mickleboro

The property listings company is hoping it will be third time lucky.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 200 healthcare stock is tumbling despite announcing US$230m acquisition

| James Mickleboro

The company is strengthening its position in the US market with a big purchase.

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Opinions

2 appealing ASX shares I'd buy after the US rate cut

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks look like top buys to me.

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Broker Notes

Analysts think these ASX 200 shares are strong buys

| James Mickleboro

These shares could generate big returns for investors according to brokers.

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