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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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Healthcare Shares

Buy, hold or sell these 3 ASX 200 healthcare shares: Experts

| Bronwyn Allen

These experts reveal their calls on CSL, Resmed and Sonic Healthcare shares today.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX lithium share just leapt 13% on major financing news!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX lithium share on the back of major financing news.

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Opinions

Here are the 2 ASX shares I might buy next

| Sebastian Bowen

The performances of these two ASX shares are hard to ignore.

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Share Market News

Buy Rio Tinto and these ASX 200 dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be great options for income investors.

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Broker Notes

Buy one, sell the other: Goldman's verdict on these 2 ASX 200 travel shares

| Bronwyn Allen

The broker says one of these stocks could deliver 30% share price growth in just one year.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a red finish to the week for Aussie investors.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 was on fire today, with almost every sector surging.

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Technology Shares

ASX 300 fallen star down 62% in a year hits new 52-week low: Time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on Weebit Nano shares today.

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52-Week Highs

Why is the CBA share price setting a new all-time high today?

| Mitchell Lawler

Australia's biggest bank just became more expensive. What is driving the demand?

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Real Estate Shares

Up 73% in a year, this surging ASX 200 stock just hit another all-time high

| Bronwyn Allen

This property share has skyrocketed, with the company recently upgrading its FY24 guidance for a second time.

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Share Market News

2 cheap ASX All Ords shares to buy for growth and dividends

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are cheap and could pay out growing dividends.

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Broker Notes

Why Goldman Sachs just upgraded Coles shares

| James Mickleboro

The broker has become a lot more positive on this supermarket giant.

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Share Gainers

Why Aristocrat Leisure, Graincorp, Incitec Pivot, and Patriot Battery Metals shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having stronger-than-average sessions on Thursday. But why? 

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX healthcare stock just exploded 63% on Federal budget funding news!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX healthcare stock amid extra funding in the Federal budget.

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Financial Shares

What this top broker is saying about IAG shares

| Bronwyn Allen

IAG shares are trading close to their four-year highs.

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Share Fallers

Why IDP Education, JB Hi-Fi, PYC, and Renascor shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are missing out on the good times on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

How the latest Aussie jobs figures just lit the ASX 200 on fire

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are celebrating news from several key fronts today.

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Share Market News

Patriot Battery Metals share price rockets 11% on new lithium drilling results

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX lithium stock has more than recovered its share price losses from yesterday.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 rockets higher on Thursday as S&P 500 smashes record highs

| Bernd Struben

With the S&P 500 racing to new all-time highs, ASX 200 investors are favouring their buy buttons.

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Healthcare Shares

This ASX 200 healthcare stock just hit an all-time high: Is it too late to buy?

| Tristan Harrison

The valuation of this high-performer has soared.

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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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Opinions

2 reasons to buy Berkshire Hathaway shares today (and one not to)

| Sebastian Bowen

Buying Warren Buffett's company isn't the obvious win that it used to be...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was back to the races for ASX shares this Wednesday.

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Broker Notes

Buy this ASX 200 share for a 20%+ return

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks big returns could be coming for this stock.

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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 Fletcher Building, Healius, Iperionx, and Iress shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords shares going gangbusters on Wednesday

| Bernd Struben

Investors are snapping up shares in these ASX All Ords shares today. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why BHP, Boss Energy, Domino's, and Renascor shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a good session on Wednesday. But why?

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Materials Shares

Novonix share price rockets on new Volkswagen deal

| Sebastian Bowen

There's some big ASX news out of Novonix today.

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Share Market News

What the federal budget means for interest rates and ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

Some ASX shares will benefit more than others from the new Federal budget.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why this could be the best ASX 200 consumer staples stock to buy in May

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I think this stock is a great buying opportunity in May.

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Opinions

With $1,000 to invest, should I buy ASX growth stocks or income shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s my view on which investment Aussies should look at.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX gold stock just rocketed 92% on this 'outstanding' new discovery

| Bernd Struben

Investor are snapping up the ASX gold stock as excitement over its gold and silver project surges.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Buying BHP shares? Here's what's happening with the Anglo American takeover

| Bernd Struben

BHP’s Mike Henry and Anglo American’s Duncan Wanblad are manoeuvring for shareholder approval.

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Share Market News

If I buy 1,000 Westpac shares, how much passive income will I receive?

| Zach Bristow

For investors seeking passive income, this banking major could be a contender.

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Dividend Investing

6% yield! I'm eyeing this ASX stock for my retirement portfolio in May

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I love this stock for a retirement portfolio right now.

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Financial Shares

Why Goldman Sachs just slapped a sell rating on this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip has been hit with a sell rating. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Will it be a better day for Aussie investors? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

Buy BHP and these ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

The mining giant is one of four stocks that analysts are tipping as buys.

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Resources Shares

Why more ASX mining shares could soon turn to takeover bids

| Sebastian Bowen

The rush of mining shares merging on the ASX is a good thing, says this expert.

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