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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

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

A soft finish to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Broker Notes

Broker sees Whitehaven shares and one other coal stock as top buys

| Zach Bristow

Forecasts of the coal price continue lifting.

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Broker Notes

The best ASX 200 shares to buy when interest rates fall

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be buying these stocks ahead of interest rate cuts.

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ETFs

The 5 best ASX ETFs of FY24 revealed!

| Sebastian Bowen

These ETFs blew the ASX 200 out of the water in FY24.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were back to buying stocks with a vengeance this Wednesday.

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Bank Shares

ASX 200 bank shares 'don't appear overly expensive' compared to global peers: UBS

| Bronwyn Allen

UBS says clients are asking what they should do with their bank shares following the long share price run.

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Share Gainers

Why Arafura Rare Earths, Magellan, Metro Mining, and Santos shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Dimerix, New Hope, Pro Medicus, and West African Resources shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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52-Week Highs

Zip shares surge 10%, bringing gains to 55% in a month

| Zach Bristow

It appears recent developments continue being priced in to the BNPL player's stock.

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Share Gainers

Why has this ASX mining stock exploded 128% in 2 days?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending this ASX mining stock to the moon. But why?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Lendlease shares crack as watchdog growls at $1.3 billion payday

| Mitchell Lawler

A lack of competition could prevent this real estate group from cashing in.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Santos share price smashing the benchmark amid new takeover rumours

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are sending Santos shares soaring following the latest takeover speculations.

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Technology Shares

DroneShield share price roars to yet another all-time high in 2024 surge

| Zach Bristow

Investors continue lifting the bid on the counter-drone tech company.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX 200 stocks to buy in July

| James Mickleboro

There stocks could be top options for investors according to the broker.

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Broker Notes

Broker upgrades CSL shares to 'buy' — could they hit $335?

| Zach Bristow

Another upgrade for the biotech giant.

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Broker Notes

This retail giant could be one of the best ASX value shares around!

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks this stock is dirt cheap at current levels.

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Resources Shares

Why did the Arafura share price just leap more than 11%?

| Bernd Struben

The Arafura share price is rocketing on Thursday. But why?

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Opinions

2 ASX shares to watch while they're still dirt cheap

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these ASX shares.

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Opinions

Is this the best dividend share in the ASX 200?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

I think this cheap ASX retail share is one of the best ASX dividend shares to buy now.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A strong session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Share Gainers

The three best ASX All Ords shares to buy and hold in FY 2024 unveiled

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX All Ords more than doubled in FY 2024. But how?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors finally enjoyed a positive session this Wednesday...

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52-Week Highs

2 ASX coal shares smashing new 52-week highs on Wednesday

| Zach Bristow

Coal miners have caught a bid this week.

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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 Fallers

Why APA Group, Chalice Mining, Guzman Y Gomez, and Monadelphous shares are falling

| James Mickleboro

These shares aren't having a good time on hump day.

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Share Gainers

Why Cettire, Deterra Royalties, G8 Education, and Red Hill shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day.

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Opinions

I'd buy BHP shares to generate $1,000 of monthly passive income

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

I think it's a good time for long-term dividend investors to invest in BHP shares.

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Resources Shares

Goldman Sachs just upgraded this ASX 200 stock to a buy

| Zach Bristow

It sees the recent sell-off as an overreaction – and an opportunity.

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Share Market News

Brokers says these ASX 300 dividend shares are top buys

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income? Check out these stocks that brokers love.

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Share Fallers

Is it time to buy FY24's worst-performing ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are there bargains to be found amongst the ASX's worst shares of FY24?

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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 after a solid night on Wall Street.

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Share Gainers

3 best-performing ASX 200 mining shares of FY24

| Bronwyn Allen

One commodity is the common thread for this trio of top-performing ASX 200 mining shares.

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Share Market News

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

| Bronwyn Allen

We compare the capital growth of ASX 200 shares vs. the city and regional property markets.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another day to forget for ASX investors this Tuesday.

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Broker Notes

These ASX shares could rise 15% to 35%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts see big return potential from these shares.

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Broker Notes

9 ASX All Ords shares lifted to 'strong buy' consensus ratings in June

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX All Ords index is comprised of 500 stocks, and 80 were upgraded to strong buy ratings last month.

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Industrials Shares

Move over DroneShield: This ASX defence stock is up 67% in a month!

| Sebastian Bowen

With massive growth in recent months, could this stock be the next DroneShield?

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Share Fallers

Why Lovisa, Mayne Pharma, Pilbara Minerals, and RPMGlobal shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a poor session. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Arafura Rare Earths, Ora Banda, Superloop, and Whitehaven Coal shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session despite the market weakness.

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Share Market News

What the RBA minutes imply for the ASX 200 and higher interest rates

| Bernd Struben

With inflation proving sticky, should ASX 200 investors prepare for an RBA rate hike?

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