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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

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors pulled back today with the markets recording a loss...

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Broker Notes

Is it a good time to buy Woolworths shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why one leading broker is tipping the supermarket giant as a buy.

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Share Market News

Bega Cheese share price rockets 7% on increased dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

Bega Cheese has once again delighted investors today...

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Share Fallers

Webjet shares tank 8% on weak start to FY25

| Mitchell Lawler

It looks like people are postponing their getaway while money is tight, and Webjet investors are not happy about it.

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Share Gainers

Why Bega Cheese, Clinuvel, Dusk, and Omni Bridgeway shares are rocketing today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are standing out with strong gains on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Cettire, Mineral Resources, Red 5, and Webjet shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session. Why are they being sold off?

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Defensive Shares

2 defensive ASX shares for lower-risk investors

| Sebastian Bowen

I think any investor can comfortably add these two shares to a portfolio today...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what investors can expect from the local market today.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX 200 stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks investors should be snapping up these stocks while they can.

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Opinions

I'm beginning to worry about Pilbara Minerals shares

| Mitchell Lawler

I have my reservations about the direction being taken.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX somehow managed to snatch a rise this Wednesday...

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Healthcare Shares

Big ASX news: ResMed shares rocket 5% to new high

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular stock has rocketed today. 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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Share Gainers

The Zip share price just rocketed 13%. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are sending Zip shares rocketing on Wednesday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, Perseus Mining, Smartgroup, and Woolworths shares are roaring higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Why did the ASX 200 just drop on the latest Aussie inflation readings?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors got a bit jittery on the latest CPI data. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Adairs, EML, NextDC, and Tabcorp shares are sinking like stones today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Woolworths shares on watch after announcing $1.7b profit and special dividend

| James Mickleboro

The supermarket giant is rewarding its shareholders with a special dividend.

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Broker Notes

Broker says buy the dip on these 4 ASX shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Top broker Morgans has add ratings on four ASX shares that have dipped significantly over the past month.

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52-Week Highs

Why did this ASX All Ords stock hit a new 52-week high?

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a fantastic day for this All Ords stock yesterday...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Another busy day is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what you need to know.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Things took a backward step on the markets this Tuesday...

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52-Week Highs

3 $10b+ ASX shares hit 52-week highs today

| Bronwyn Allen

What pushed these ASX large-cap shares to new price heights today?

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Opinions

My three ASX 200 highlights from earnings season so far

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my pick of the bunch after seeing the latest ASX earnings reports.

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Opinions

Why GYG's first ASX results are genuinely impressive

| Mitchell Lawler

Going toe-to-toe with the takeaway giants and winning.

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Opinions

Can ASX shares investors ever successfully time the market?

| Bronwyn Allen

AMP chief economist Dr Shane Oliver outlines the risks and rewards of trying to time the market.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 4 ASX stocks that is 'happy to buy today'

| James Mickleboro

These stocks have been given the thumbs up by the broker. But why?

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX 200 energy stock just leapt 19% on positive drill results

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are sending this energy stock rocketing on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Guzman Y Gomez, Johns Lyng, and Zip shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Tuesday. But why?

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Broker Notes

3 ASX 300 shares receiving upgraded price targets following their results

| Bronwyn Allen

Bell Potter says these 3 ASX 300 shares should rise more than it originally predicted over the next 12 months.

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Share Gainers

Why Chrysos, Nanosonics, Strike Energy, and Worley shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are making their shareholders smile on Tuesday. But why?

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Opinions

An ASX 200 stock I'd buy to target a 100% return!

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish on the long-term prospects of this business.

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX 100 stock Goldman Sachs just upgraded

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks investors should be snapping up this stock today. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

It is a very big day of results. Here's what you need to know.

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Opinions

Would Warren Buffett buy the ASX share most like Berkshire Hathaway?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be interested in this stock?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX 200 shares opened the trading week on a great note this Monday.

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Energy Shares

Why are these ASX energy stocks starting the week off with a bang?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's been a great start to the week for these energy shares...

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares? Here's AMP's take on Powell, Jackson Hole and interest rates

| Bernd Struben

Here’s what we learned from Fed chair Jerome Powell’s interest rate address at Jackson Hole.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX nickel share is racing higher on 'world class' acquisition

| James Mickleboro

Investors are happy with this acquisition.

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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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