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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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Share Market News

The one question I always ask before buying an ASX share

| Grace Alvino

If a stock stopped moving for three years, would you still want to own it?

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Share Market News

Game on! BHP retakes biggest ASX stock crown as CBA shares sink

| Bernd Struben

The battle of the top ASX titans continues, with BHP edging out CBA to win back the crown.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts to record high amid strong earnings and new jobs data

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season continues with Telstra, Brambles, Sonic Healthcare, and Hub24 impressing the market today.

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Share Gainers

The ASX 200 is back over 9,000 points! It's thanks to just 2 ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

These two stocks have been driving the whole market...

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Share Market News

That was fast! BHP relinquishes biggest ASX stock crown as CBA shares rocket

| Bernd Struben

BHP only managed to take the biggest ASX stock crown from CBA for two weeks.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX shares to buy in February

| James Mickleboro

These stocks have been named as best buys by the broker this month. Let's see why.

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ASX 200 investors flinch as RBA pulls the trigger on higher interest rates

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors and mortgage holders alike are now facing higher interest rates.

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Share Market News

ASX small-caps could be where the next wave of returns comes from

| Leigh Gant

Looking beyond the ASX 200? Small-caps could offer more room for growth and more chances to outperform.

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Recent Share Market News

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Breville, CSL, and EOS shares

| James Mickleboro

Are these popular shares worth adding to your portfolio? Here's what one leading broker thinks.

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Opinions

Top ASX shares to buy with $10,000 in 2026

| Sebastian Bowen

There are still good stocks to buy at these market highs...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week positively? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Morgans just upgraded these ASX shares to buy ratings

| James Mickleboro

The broker has turned bullish on these names. Let's find out why.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Flight Centre, WiseTech, and Woolworths shares

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has been busy running the rule over these shares.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another day and another record high for the ASX.

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Broker Notes

Why Fortescue was upgraded and Woodside shares could be a buy

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has made changes to its recommendation or valuations for these giants.

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Technology Shares

Fund manager reveals views on Life360, Catapult, and Xero shares amid tech turmoil

| Bronwyn Allen

Blackwattle portfolio managers have rejigged their investments after 'our change in view of AI disruption'.

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Share Fallers

Why Cettire, Objective Corp, Qantas, and Worley shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on Thursday.

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Opinions

This oversold ASX stock is so cheap it's crazy

| Tristan Harrison

I think this business has an excellent future and the market is being too negative.

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Broker Notes

What are the experts saying about Domino's Pizza, Wisetech, and Woolworths shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

What are the new ratings and 12-month share price targets for these companies post-results?

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Share Gainers

Why Accent Group, DroneShield, IDP Education, and Sigma shares are jumping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye on Thursday. What's going on?

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Broker Notes

Experts say IAG shares and 2 other stocks are buys at 52-week lows this week

| Bronwyn Allen

The insurance giant and two other companies hit 52-week low share prices this week.

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Record Highs

9,200 points: ASX 200 hits fresh new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

It's another day, another record high for the ASX.

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Dividend Investing

Why I just bought this 6%-yielding ASX dividend stock and plan to buy even more

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX dividend share offers investors significant dividend potential.

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Share Market News

Elders sells Killara Feedlot in $195.8m deal

| Laura Stewart

Elders is divesting Killara Feedlot to boost balance sheet strength and maintain strategic focus.

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Dividend Investing

An ASX dividend stalwart every Australian should consider buying

| Tristan Harrison

I’m backing this business for excellent dividend income in the coming years.

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Share Market News

Neuren Pharmaceuticals shares paused ahead of company announcement

| Laura Stewart

Trading in Neuren Pharmaceuticals shares is paused as investors await a further announcement from the company.

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Share Market News

DroneShield wins $21.7m in western military contracts

| Laura Stewart

DroneShield landed six new contracts worth $21.7 million for counter-drone systems, with delivery due in early 2026.

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Share Market News

Why ASX tech shares still deserve a place in your portfolio in 2026

| James Mickleboro

It has been a difficult start to the year for the tech sector.

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Share Market News

3 ASX dividend stocks built to pay you year after year

| Grace Alvino

I am not chasing the highest yield. I am looking for ASX dividend stocks built to keep paying year after…

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Broker Notes

How high could Woolworths shares rise in 2026?

| Aaron Bell

Here's the fresh outlook for Woolworths shares.

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Best Shares

1 Australian stock I'd buy on any dip

| Sebastian Bowen

High-quality companies rarely go on sale.

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Broker Notes

How do experts view Fortescue, Ebos Group and Woodside Energy shares after earnings?

| Aaron Bell

Here's an updated view on these blue-chip stocks.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Another good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Broker Notes

Up 172% in a year, why this surging ASX All Ords gold stock is forecast to more than double investors' money again

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker expects this outperforming ASX gold stock to more than double again. But why?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

This Wednesday was one for the history books.

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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 Domino's, Flight Centre, Mader, and Paragon Care shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Record Highs

Huge news: ASX 200 hits new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a massive day for ASX 200 investors.

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52-Week Highs

5 ASX 200 stocks including NAB, Woodside and BHP shares charging to new 52-week plus highs today

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent NAB, BHP, Woodside and these two top ASX 200 stocks to new multi-year highs. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Accent, DroneShield, WiseTech Global, and Woolworths shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Buy recommendation: Broker says this ASX 200 stock goes from 'good to great'

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has been impressed with this top stock.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says this ASX All Ords stock is a top buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is bullish on this stock.

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Broker Notes

What are experts saying about Nanosonics shares after crashing 10% on earnings results?

| Aaron Bell

Nanosonics shares are now trading at record lows.

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Broker Notes

Own Rio Tinto or Mineral Resources shares? Here are the updated expert ratings post-results

| Bronwyn Allen

Both ASX 200 miners released their latest periodic earnings reports last week.

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Broker Notes

3 ASX All Ords shares at 52-week lows: Are they a buy?

| Bronwyn Allen

Are these stocks a buying opportunity?

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Charter Hall Long WALE, ASX, Aussie Broadband shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season continues on Wednesday...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

It's another busy day for Aussie investors today. Here's what to expect.

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Share Market News

Buy, hold, or sell? AMP, Domino's and Netwealth shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these popular shares.

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