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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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Best Shares

If I could only own 1 ASX stock, it would be this one

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock offers investors a bit of everything.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 pushes higher following RBA interest rate decision

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors will be waiting until 20 May for the RBA’s next interest rate decision.

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Share Market News

Introducing FoolFit™: The Wearable That Helps You Become a Better Investor

| Motley Fool Staff

The Motley Fool is seeking early-stage investors to support development of this behaviour-changing technology

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Opinions

Why I made this ASX share the biggest position in my portfolio

| Tristan Harrison

This stock offers virtually everything that I want from an investment.

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Opinions

Should I buy Brickworks or Soul Patts shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Both of these stocks offer a two-for-one deal.

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Share Market News

Falling interest rates: The winners and losers

| Laura Stewart

How well is your portfolio positioned for rate cuts?

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Opinions

Navigating stock market volatility: Should I stay fully invested?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this the right time to stick or twist with our holdings?

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Share Market News

Why these ASX 200 bank bosses fear RBA interest rate cuts could be over

| Bernd Struben

The RBA will announce its next interest rate decision on 1 April.

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Recent Share Market News

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX bounced back with a vengeance today.

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Share Market News

Why these ASX 200 bank bosses fear RBA interest rate cuts could be over

| Bernd Struben

The RBA will announce its next interest rate decision on 1 April.

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Broker Notes

Top broker says these ASX 200 stocks are buys following the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is recommending following recent weakness.

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Share Gainers

Why Arafura, Challenger, Nanosonics, and TPG shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Brickworks, Judo Capital, Kelsian, and Myer shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling on Thursday. But why? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 investors embrace strong Aussie jobs data despite interest rate risks

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are embracing the strong employment figures. But what about interest rate risks?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Here's why the Cleanaway share price rocketed 8% today

| Sebastian Bowen

Cleanaway shares surged on some big news this morning.

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Opinions

Is the Trump trade over?

| Tristan Harrison

Has the excitement over the US President’s policies died out?

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Share Market News

Is it time to jump back into the ASX stock market? This fund manager thinks so

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors wait or invest following the market sell-off?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A great 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 return to selling for investors this Wednesday.

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Share Market News

Why Thursday is shaping up to be a BIG day for the ASX 200

| Bernd Struben

We could see some big moves on the ASX 200 tomorrow.

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Share Gainers

Why Clover, DroneShield, Imugene, and New Hope shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day.

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Opinions

Here's how much share markets are down this month (and what I'm doing as a long-term investor)

| Sebastian Bowen

Market sell-offs don't always mean there are bargains to be found.

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Share Gainers

Why this little-known ASX share just rocketed 27% in today's struggling market

| Bernd Struben

The ASX share is grabbing investors' interest on Wednesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Helia, Mineral Resources, Ora Banda, and Webjet shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend share offers an income yield of 7.4%

| Tristan Harrison

This could be a very fashionable dividend stock to own for income.

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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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Financial Shares

Undercover surging payments company announces $45 million capital raise

| Zach Bristow

It's been a busy time for this payments company.

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Value Investing

ASX value shares rated as broker buys

| Zach Bristow

The sell-off has opened the window for value plays to shine.

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Opinions

Undervalued ASX shares to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses could have strong return potential.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

The local market looks set to drop into the red on hump day. Here's what to expect.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another pleasant day for ASX shares this Tuesday.

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Share Market News

Which ASX 200 sectors were the most resilient during the market sell-off?

| Bronwyn Allen

The most resilient market sector actually gained 2% in value while the worst-affected sector fell 19%.

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Opinions

I think these ASX shares are top buys right now after the market correction

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these investments. Here's why.

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Share Market News

Has the ASX 200 escaped a market correction?

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 fell 9.43% from its record high last month to what may have been the trough last Thursday.

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Broker Notes

Lovisa shares down more than 30% from all-time high. Time to snap them up?

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdict on this popular stock. Here's what they are saying.

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Share Gainers

Why Clarity, New Hope, Orthocell, and West African shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on Tuesday.

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Record Highs

This ASX 200 gold stock just surged to new all-time highs! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent the ASX 200 gold miner rocketing to new record highs. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Appen, Credit Corp, Endeavour, and Gold Road shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just leapt 9% on big US news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX All Ords stock on Tuesday. But why?

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Opinions

2 ASX 300 shares I rate as great buys today

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have been pushed too low, in my view.

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Opinions

3 things about AFIC stock every smart investor knows 

| Tristan Harrison

AFIC is a popular long-term investment. There are some great things about it.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Another good 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 fantastic start to the trading week for the share market today.

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Opinions

Is this a good time to buy Guzman y Gomez shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Has this stock become too cheap?

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Broker Notes

Brickworks shares down 25% in 1 year. Is this a buying opportunity?

| James Mickleboro

Is this blue chip a bargain buy? Let's see what one leading broker thinks.

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Share Gainers

Why Navigator Global, Pilbara Minerals, Smartpay, and Spartan shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week on a positive note. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Austin Engineering, DroneShield, Meridian, and Ramelius shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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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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