1. Category
    2. /
  2. Share Market News
    3. /

Share Market News

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.

Featured Articles

person thinking with another person's hand drawing a question mark on a blackboard in the background.
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?

Read more »

graphic image of a crown dropping on its side and shattering
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.

Read more »

Happy business people raise their hands in celebration in an office environment.
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.

Read more »

Two friends giving each other a high five at the top pf a hill.
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...

Read more »

graphic image of a crown dropping on its side and shattering
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.

Read more »

A businessman looking at his digital tablet or strategy planning in hotel conference lobby. He is happy at achieving financial goals.
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.

Read more »

Man climbing ladder to percentage sign, symbolising higher interest rates.
Share Market News

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.

Read more »

A young woman lifts her red glasses with one hand as she takes a closer look at news.
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.

Read more »

Recent Share Market News

Family smile and laugh as they look at a laptop.
Share Market News

Why this fast rising ASX tech stock is suddenly on every watchlist

| Leigh Gant

Investors can’t ignore this ASX tech stock’s rapid rise and growing buzz about its next chapter.

Read more »

Image of a shopping centre.
Share Market News

Region Group holds its AGM after positing higher profit and resilient returns in FY25

| Laura Stewart

Region Group boosted FFO, profit and distributions in FY25, keeping performance on par with the A-REIT index.

Read more »

A male ASX 200 broker wearing a blue shirt and black tie holds one hand to his chin with the other arm crossed across his body as he watches stock prices on a digital screen while deep in thought
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on hump day on the local market.

Read more »

A kid stretches up to reach the top of the ruler drawn on the wall behind.
Broker Notes

This ASX financials stock has already doubled this year – Morgans thinks it can keep going!

| Aaron Bell

Its not too late to buy this stock market winner according to Morgans.

Read more »

A group of people gathered around a laptop computer with various expressions of interest, concern and surprise on their faces as they review the payouts from ASX dividend stocks. All are wearing glasses.
Opinions

3 hot ASX 200 stocks I'd buy this week with $10,000

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what to expect from the shares over the next 12 months.

Read more »

An oil worker in front of a pumpjack using a tablet.
Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this ASX All Ords energy stock to surge 56%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie believes this ASX energy company is set to deliver outsized gains.

Read more »

A man looking at his laptop and thinking.
Broker Notes

Are Beach Energy shares heading for a 23% fall?

| Bernd Struben

Is the stock set for a big fall?

Read more »

A doctor shrugs and holds his hands out.
Broker Notes

Macquarie cuts its price target on CSL shares. Is it still a buy?

| Laura Stewart

Macquarie reveals new price target after analysing CSL's demerger plans.

Read more »

Three guys in shirts and ties give the thumbs down.
Share Gainers

Why Bapcor, Cleanaway, Sunrise, and Zip shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are out of form on Tuesday. But why?

Read more »

Time to sell ASX 200 shares written on a clock.
Broker Notes

Warning! Experts name 3 ASX 200 giants to sell today

| Bernd Struben

Two leading experts are calling time on these three top ASX 200 stocks. But why?

Read more »

Two smiling work colleagues discuss an investment at their office.
Share Gainers

Why BHP, DroneShield, Hub24, and Northern Minerals shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

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

Read more »

Male investor holds a microscope to his eye to represent scrutiny of Wesfarmers share price
Share Market News

Top 10 most traded Australian shares revealed

| Samantha Menzies

These ASX shares were in focus last week.

Read more »

Two happy excited friends in euphoria mood after winning in a bet with a smartphone in hand.
Broker Notes

Macquarie tips nearly 60% upside for this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks investors should be snapping up this undervalued stock.

Read more »

Happy man working on his laptop.
Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: A2 Milk, JB Hi-Fi, and Treasury Wine shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out what analysts are recommending as buys, holds, and sells.

Read more »

Three happy office workers cheer as they read about good financial news on a laptop.
Broker Notes

Morgans is recommending investors accumulate these ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been given the thumbs up by analysts. Let's find out why.

Read more »

A young man wearing a black and white striped t-shirt looks surprised.
Broker Notes

Which ASX 200 financials stock is tipped to rise 75%?

| Aaron Bell

After a down year, this financials stock could be a buy low candidate?

Read more »

Smiling man with phone in wheelchair watching stocks and trends on computer
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

Read more »

Elderly woman teaching a younger woman using fruit, comparing apples with apples.
Broker Notes

Which of these 3 ASX stocks does Ord Minnett prefer?

| Aaron Bell

Which of these ASX stocks does Ord Minnett prefer?

Read more »

A smiling little boy helps his father plant a tree, indicating that big things grow from a small beginning.
Opinions

Here are 3 Australian stocks I'd tell a new investor to buy ASAP

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these stocks for the long term.

Read more »

A white and black clock face is shown with three hands saying Time to Buy reflecting Citi's view that it's time to buy ASX 200 banks
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.

Read more »

A bland looking man in a brown suit opens his jacket to reveal a red and gold superhero dollar symbol on his chest.
Broker Notes

Upgrade alert! Macquarie predicts 15% return for this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker has just upgraded this blue chip.

Read more »

Ecstatic man giving a fist pump in an office hallway.
Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, Larvotto, Neuren, and Zip shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week positively. But why?

Read more »

An oil worker in front of a pumpjack using a tablet.
Broker Notes

Why Macquarie tips Santos shares to surge 31%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a big growth year ahead for Santos shares. But why?

Read more »

Man with a hand on his head looks at a red stock market chart showing a falling share price.
Share Fallers

Why Australian Strategic Materials, Bapcor, Brainchip, and Deep Yellow shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

Read more »

Three health professionals at a hospital smile for the camera.
Share Market News

Mesoblast earnings: surging cell therapy revenues highlight growth

| Laura Stewart

Mesoblast shares are in the spotlight after strong revenue growth from Ryoncil® boosted confidence in the company’s outlook.

Read more »

Two lab technicians wearing white coats discuss results they see on a computer screen.
Share Market News

Neuren Pharmaceuticals earns FDA Fast Track for NNZ-2591 in PMS

| Laura Stewart

Neuren Pharmaceuticals shares are in focus after the FDA granted Fast Track to its NNZ-2591 treatment for Phelan-McDermid syndrome.

Read more »

Business man marking Sell on board and underlining it
Broker Notes

Warning! Why you should sell CBA and these ASX shares asap

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are feeling bearish about these shares.

Read more »

Time to sell ASX 200 shares written on a clock.
Broker Notes

4 ASX 200 shares to sell amid heady market activity: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 hit a new record high on the back of renewed hopes for a rate cut last week.

Read more »

A man holds his head in his hands after seeing bad news on his laptop screen.
Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

Read more »

A woman holds her hands to her face in shock and fear with a worried expression on her face
Gold

Is it too late to buy ASX gold shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

If you'd bought ASX gold shares just 1 month ago, you'd be sitting on an unbelievable 25% return.

Read more »

Two company members shaking hands on a deal.
Share Market News

Infratil lifts Contact Energy stake with $437m share-funded deal

| Laura Stewart

Infratil increases its Contact Energy stake in a strategic $437.7 million deal part-funded by new shares.

Read more »

A padlock wrapped around a wad of Australian $20 and $50 notes, indicating money locked up.
Opinions

Forget term deposits! I'd buy these two ASX 200 shares instead

| Tristan Harrison

For me, these two businesses offer a lot more than a term deposit.

Read more »

Two happy shoppers looking at a smartphone together.
Broker Notes

JP Morgan reveals price targets on 3 popular ASX 200 retail stocks

| Laura Stewart

Are any of these stocks on your watchlist?

Read more »

A man looking at his laptop and thinking.
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market bounce back from Friday's weakness? Let's find out.

Read more »

Cheerful businessman with a mining hat on the table sitting back with his arms behind his head while looking at his laptop's screen.
Share Market News

Vault Minerals announces 13-to-2 security consolidation

| Laura Stewart

Vault Minerals is undertaking a 13-to-2 security consolidation, reducing its number of shares on issue.

Read more »

Man presses green buy button and red sell button on a graph.
Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

Read more »

Person holding Australian dollar notes, symbolising dividends.
Share Market News

Grow your dividends alongside your job earnings with these Australian stocks

| Tristan Harrison

Aussies can build their passive income alongside work earnings.

Read more »

A group of three men in hard hats and high visibility vests stand together at a mine site while one points and the others look on with piles of dirt and mining equipment in the background.
Broker Notes

Top broker outlines how Fortescue shares could rocket 83% into 2026

| Bernd Struben

Up 37% in the last four months, is there still more in the tank?

Read more »

Animation of a man measuring a percentage sign, symbolising rising interest rates.
Share Market News

Here's what Westpac says the RBA will do with interest rates next month

| James Mickleboro

Are rates going higher or lower from here? Let's find out.

Read more »

Female miner uses mobile phone at mine site
Broker Notes

Why Macquarie thinks BHP shares could be undervalued by 54%

| Bernd Struben

Under new modelling, Macquarie estimates BHP shares could be materially undervalued.

Read more »