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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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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks leading the charge higher in June

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 stocks have smashed the benchmark returns in the first week of June. But how?

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Share Gainers

Why IDP Education, Novonix, PYC, and Regis Resources share are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week strongly. Here's what you need to know.

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Share Market News

Fortescue shares rally amid claims of green tech theft

| Zach Bristow

The miner has made allegations of intellectual property theft involving its green iron technology.

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Share Fallers

Why Beach Energy, Life360, Viva Leisure, and Wildcat shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

'Better outlook': Goldman just upgraded this ASX tech share

| Zach Bristow

Resilience and defensive revenues were themes behind the upgrade.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares with high insider ownership

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

The boards of these companies have skin in the game.

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Healthcare Shares

2 ASX biotech shares that could be the next Telix Pharmaceuticals

| Bernd Struben

These ASX biotech shares could become the next Telix Pharmaceuticals. But how?

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Share Market News

European Central Bank cuts interest rates. What does it mean for ASX investors?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors will be hoping the RBA is paying attention to the ECB.

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Share Market News

Time to pounce? 1 phenomenal ASX stock that hasn't been this cheap in a while

| Zach Bristow

Now might be the time to look at the Telco giant.

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Broker Notes

Goldman Sachs names 2 ASX 200 shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

These stocks released very different updates this week but share one thing in common - the brokers thinks they are…

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ETFs

The ultimate ASX stock to buy with $1,000 right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I think this all-in-one stock is a great fit for every investor's portfolio.

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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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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords stock has rocketed 37% in a year AND pays an 11% dividend yield!

| Bernd Struben

Investors who snapped up this ASX All Ords stock a year ago will be sitting pretty today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a fantastic Thursday for ASX shares today.

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Dividend Investing

Should you buy the 3 highest-yielding dividend shares in the ASX 200?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are the highest-yielding dividend shares on the ASX worth buying today?

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52-Week Lows

Core Lithium share price dives another 12%. How low can it go?

| Sebastian Bowen

Core Lithium has been playing a game of limbo with investors in 2024...

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IPOs

Life 360 shares halted ahead of Nasdaq IPO

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Life360 requested a trading halt today as it prepares for an announcement.

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Broker Notes

3 ASX 300 shares just rerated by leading brokers

| Bernd Struben

Top brokers just changed their views on these three ASX 300 shares. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Genesis Minerals, Lovisa, Northern Star, and SRG Global shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising more than most today. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Core Lithium, IDP Education, Seek, and Skycity shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Economy

The Bank of Canada just cut interest rates. Will the RBA follow suit?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are hoping the RBA will follow the Bank of Canada and cut interest rates. But will it?

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Share Fallers

2 ASX All Ords shares crashing 13% and 21% today on big news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these ASX All Ords stocks crashing on Thursday. But why?

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Opinions

Why I'd back up the truck on Soul Patts shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

I think this is one of the most compelling ASX 200 stocks.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX 200 stocks to buy in June

| James Mickleboro

These stocks are top picks in June according to the broker.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be another great session for Aussie investors today.

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Opinions

Investing like billionaire Bill Ackman: 2 ASX stocks ticking all boxes

| Mitchell Lawler

Investing like a legend of the craft isn't as complicated as you might think.

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Share Market News

Buy these ASX 200 dividend stocks in June for an income boost

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these income options and expect big yields.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors were back to buying this Wednesday.

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Share Gainers

This high-profile ASX 200 stock is soaring on a $130 million windfall

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are loving what this stock announced this morning...

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Share Market News

3 ASX All Ords shares just rerated by top brokers

| Bernd Struben

Top brokers just amended their forecasts for these three ASX All Ords shares. 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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Record Highs

Unstoppable! CBA share price smashes yet another record high

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares are soaring to new record highs again today. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Immutep, Liontown, and Xero shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. Why are they falling?

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Share Market News

How the latest GDP data could bring ASX 200 investors interest rate relief

| Bernd Struben

Australia’s GDP data could flag early rate relief for ASX 200 investors. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Generation Development, Graincorp, Seek, and Treasury Wine shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Opinions

Now could be an opportunity to snap up overlooked ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

I think some stocks could be bargain opportunities right now.

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Share Gainers

3 high-flying ASX shares that could keep on climbing

| James Mickleboro

Could these shares continue their rampant rise? Let's see what analysts are saying.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX shares to buy in June

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been given a big thumbs up by the broker this month.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Will it be another poor session for Aussie investors? Let's find out.

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Tax

How to turn your stage 3 tax cuts into $11,396 buying ASX 200 shares

| Bernd Struben

Do you plan to invest your stage three tax cuts in ASX shares?

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