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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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How to invest

7 tips for successful ASX shares investing: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

AMP chief economist Shane Oliver shares what he has learned over 40 years in the game.

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Share Fallers

Why Hub24, Netwealth, Pantoro, and WA1 shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Gold

Big ASX news: Newmont shares hit new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own Newmont stock, you're in for a treat today.

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Share Gainers

Why Ora Banda, Paladin Energy, Seven Group, and Telix shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are shining brightly on Thursday. But why?

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Best Shares

The 5 most popular ASX shares bought by investors

| Bronwyn Allen

The favourite stocks comprise 4 exchange-traded funds and an ASX lithium share.

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Record Highs

CBA and 7 other ASX 200 shares smashing new highs on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Shareholders of these stocks will be smiling widely today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A2 Milk shares lift amid backing for $130 million Synlait loan

| Bernd Struben

A2 Milk is throwing its support behind the $130 million Synlait shareholder loan.

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Record Highs

Why is the Telix Pharmaceuticals share price rocketing 15% to a record high?

| James Mickleboro

Good news out of the United States is giving this radiopharmaceuticals stock a boost.

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Opinions

Which ASX shares could soar if AI falls into a $500 billion hole?

| Mitchell Lawler

The math ain't mathing for one professional investor.

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Materials Shares

Why is the WA1 share price crashing 12% today?

| James Mickleboro

This high-flying stock is having its wings clipped today. What's happening?

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Opinions

2 cheap ASX shares near their lows I'm thinking of buying now

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are so cheap that I’m thinking about buying them

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Share Market News

Why ASX investors are 'flocking back' to BHP shares and these other top stocks

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares led the charge with the biggest increase in Aussie retail investor holdings in Q2.

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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

Would I be crazy to buy DroneShield shares now at over $2?

| Bernd Struben

After soaring more than 700% in a year, can DroneShield shares keep flying high?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

After yesterday's gains, the ASX 200 was back to reality this Wednesday.

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52-Week Highs

2 ASX All Ords shares (and one ETF) smashing new highs while the market sinks

| Sebastian Bowen

These lucky stocks are bucking the market today.

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Share Gainers

Why Catalyst Metals, Imugene, Red 5, and Telstra shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are outperforming on Wednesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Incitec Pivot, Kogan, Insignia, and Resimac shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Can ASX 200 investors expect a Fed interest rate cut in September?

| Bernd Struben

A Fed interest rate cut in September would offer some tailwinds for the ASX 200 in Q4.

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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

2 ASX shares roaring higher on big news

| James Mickleboro

Investors are pleased with these announcements. Let's find out why.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares close to 52-week highs I'm thinking about buying

| Tristan Harrison

These two stocks look very exciting to me.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how ASX investors can build a meaty second income starting from scratch

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my roadmap for new investors chasing a second source of income.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX small-cap shares that soared 250% to 675% in FY24

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX small-cap shares can offer potentially higher price growth but typically involve more risk.

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Share Market News

Shares vs. property: Which stocks and suburbs delivered the best growth in FY24?

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal the top 10 stocks and best city vs. regional markets in FY24.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Opinions

2 ASX shares I'd give a wide berth to in today's stock market

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I'd avoid these two ASX shares like the plague right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors finally caught a break this Tuesday.

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Broker Notes

CBA shares hit new record amid higher revised predictions for home price growth

| Bronwyn Allen

CBA shares are outperforming the ASX 200 on Tuesday.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says these ASX 200 shares can deliver ~30% returns

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for buyers of these stocks.

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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, GenusPlus, Monadelphous, and Telstra shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Clinuvel, Mesoblast, Red Hill, and Resimac shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is tumbling after rejecting a takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

Bapcor has appointed its new CEO and dropped a bombshell at the same time.

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Opinions

5 reasons I'd throw Guzman y Gomez shares in the bin like a bad burrito

| James Mickleboro

Could this be the most overvalued stock on the ASX?

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Healthcare Shares

Up 127% in 2024, why this ASX healthcare stock is surging again this month

| Sebastian Bowen

How has this company pulled off a 127% gain in 2024?

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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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Retail Shares

The Wesfarmers share price rocketed 32% in FY 2024! Here's how

| Bernd Struben

Wesfarmers shares smashed the benchmark in FY 2024. But how?

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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's trading today.

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Opinions

I'd buy this ASX growth share in a heartbeat

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock is headed towards a green future.

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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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