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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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Opinions

Down 40% in under 3 years, is the Lynas share price due a bounce?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Is there any hope for Lynas shares?

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 shares going gangbusters in June

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors have sent these three stocks soaring in June. But why?

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Share Market News

Is there any chance of an interest rate cut in Australia next week?

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's what the experts think will happen.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Fallers

Why Core Lithium, Deterra Royalties, Northern Star, and Opthea shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week deep in the red. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Boss Energy, Judo Capital, Life360, and Paladin Energy shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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IPOs

Is Guzman y Gomez stock too expensive?

| James Mickleboro

Should you stay clear of this hot IPO?

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Broker Notes

Why these 3 ASX 200 shares just earned substantial broker upgrades

| Bernd Struben

Top brokers just increased their share price forecasts for these three ASX 200 shares. But why?

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Broker Notes

See why this broker just upgraded South32 shares to a buy

| Zach Bristow

Commodity prices continue to create tailwinds for ASX stocks.

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Energy Shares

Why is ASX 200 uranium stock Boss Energy flying higher on Friday?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are snapping up Boss Energy shares today. But why?

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Opinions

2 ASX shares with strong cash flows

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

These ASX shares boast excellent cash flows and are inexpensive to buy, in my view.

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Broker Notes

Sell these ASX 200 stocks now: Goldman Sachs

| James Mickleboro

The broker is warning investors that these stocks could tumble from current levels.

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Broker Notes

Can Soul Patts shares beat the market over the next 12 months?

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker believes the investment house could deliver good returns.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX 200 mining stock is making a $276m UK acquisition

| James Mickleboro

BHP failed in its UK takeover attempt but this mining stock is having more luck.

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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 on a high? Let's find out.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Buying Coles shares? Here are key metrics you'll want to know

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Grab a coffee and join me in this fun financial analysis exercise for Coles.

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Broker Notes

3 under the radar ASX shares to buy this month

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Bell Potter think these lesser known shares could be top options.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's trading gave ASX investors some much-needed relief.

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Broker Notes

Why these 2 ASX 200 shares just scored broker upgrades

| Bernd Struben

Top brokers have increased their share price forecasts for these two ASX 200 stocks.

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Opinions

Is this ASX small-cap stock an overlooked beneficiary of the AI boom?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Some industry experts anticipate power shortages. Can this ASX company benefit from this trend?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 gives back some heady intraday gains amid Aussie jobs data

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are running their slide rules over May’s unemployment figures.

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Share Gainers

Why Bubs, Codan, Life360, and Sayona Mining shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why ASX, Brazilian Rare Earths, Liontown, and Sigma shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Thursday. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which A2 Milk rival's shares just rocketed 21% on US news!

| Bernd Struben

Up 65% in 2024, A2 Milk shares remain the better performer, but this rival is making up ground today.

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Healthcare Shares

Sigma share price dives 6% on Chemist Warehouse merger hurdle

| Zach Bristow

The proposed merger faces ACCC concerns.

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Share Market News

Why the ASX 200 is rocketing on the latest US inflation and Fed interest rate news

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are celebrating the latest inflation and interest rate news out of the US. But why?

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How to invest

3 lower-risk ASX shares for beginner investors

| Sebastian Bowen

I would happily recommend these three shares to a beginner today.

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Share Market News

3 high-quality ASX 200 shares to buy forever

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these strong shares are top buys right now.

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Opinions

Down 9% in a year, is it time to buy this ASX 200 dividend stock?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Now may be a good opportunity to add this dividend stock to your portfolio, in my view.

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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

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another horrid day for ASX investors this hump day.

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52-Week Lows

2 ASX shares to buy that are at 52-week lows

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks these beaten down shares are buys.

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Share Gainers

7 ASX All Ords shares rocketing higher while the market sinks

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market weakness on Wednesday.

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IPOs

Who is investing in the Guzman y Gomez IPO?

| Tristan Harrison

Some substantial investors are planning to buy GYG shares.

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Opinions

Why I just bagged $3,500 of this money-printing ASX stock

| Mitchell Lawler

Been to a pub lately? This company sells a machine that prints money for the owners.

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Share Fallers

Why did this ASX AI stock just crash 21%?

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent this ASX AI stock tumbling by more than 21%. 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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Broker Notes

Buy or hold? Top broker rates these 2 ASX 200 shares

| Zach Bristow

One player stands out more than the other.

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Share Fallers

Why Arafura Rare Earths, Bigtincan, Evolution Mining, and Galileo Mining shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day.

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Share Gainers

Why Bapcor, Botanix, Judo Capital, and Woodside shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

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

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