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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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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX 200 stock turned $5,000 into $34,264 in just three years!

| Bernd Struben

Investors have been piling into this ASX 200 stock for years, sending the share price soaring.

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Record Highs

Breaking: The ASX 200 just hit a new all-time high

| Sebastian Bowen

Australian shares have exploded 16.8% higher in two months.

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$10,000 invested in Berkshire Hathaway shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Laura Stewart

The past 5 years have been especially fruitful for Berkshire Hathaway investors.

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Where to invest when the ASX 200 hits an all time high?

| Aaron Bell

With the ASX creeping towards a record high, here are some options to consider

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Which investment trends drove equity markets in May according to Macquarie?

| Samantha Menzies

The ASX 200 increased 4.2% in May.

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Opinions

The ASX 200 is approaching its all-time high. Here's why I'm not buying shares

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm not seeing what the broader market is.

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Opinions

Three ASX 200 shares Warren Buffett could buy

| Steve Holland

If Warren Buffett had to add three ASX shares to his portfolio, he would likely look at these three top…

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Record Highs

Breaking: CBA shares hit a new record of $180

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA shares can't possibly keep rising can they?

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Recent Share Market News

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Share Market News

Countdown to launch of new ASX indexes for ESG boom

| Sebastian Bowen

MSCI is set to launch a new range of indexes on the ASX to capitalise on our superannuation system and…

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BikeExchange (ASX:BEX) share price jumps 23% on ASX IPO

| Bernd Struben

On its first day of listing, the BikeExchange (ASX:BEX) share price jumped 23% before retracing. We take a closer look…

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How I'd identify the best shares to buy in a stock market recovery

| Peter Stephens

The best shares to buy in a stock market recovery may offer a mix of financial strength, growth potential and…

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The Little Green Pharma (ASX:LGP) share price dived 16% after this announcement

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Little Green Pharma share price has taken a dive today after the company announced a $22 million share placement.…

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Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX:A2M) and these ASX shares as sells this week. Here's why they…

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How CEP Energy 'world's largest battery' will shake up the energy market

| Sebastian Bowen

A new Tesla-style battery from CEP Energy in NSW is shaking up the energy market and causing headaches for AGL…

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Share Fallers

Why Challenger, DEXUS, Emeco, & Zip shares are tumbling lower

| James Mickleboro

Challenger Ltd (ASX:CGF) and Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) shares are two of four dropping lower on Tuesday. Here's why...

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Why the Dexus (ASX:DXS) share price is slipping today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Dexus Property Group (ASX: DXS) share price is 2.75% lower today following the release of its half-year results for…

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ASX 200 down 0.4%: Macquarie impresses, Challenger disappoints, & Suncorp rises

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) and Challenger Ltd (ASX:CGF) shares are taking the headlines on the ASX 200 on Tuesday...

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Share Gainers

Why Douugh, Macquarie, Starpharma, & Suncorp shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) and Starpharma Holdings Limited (ASX:SPL) shares are two of four storming higher on Tuesday...

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Why the Starpharma (ASX:SPL) share price hit a record high today

| James Mickleboro

The Starpharma Holdings Limited (ASX:SPL) share price is storming higher and hit a record high on Tuesday. Here's why...

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Why did the Emeco (ASX:EHL) share price take a 10% dive today?

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Emeco (ASX: EHL) share price has plummeted 10% this morning. Let's take a look at the company's first-half FY21…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the IOUpay (ASX:IOU) share price is rocketing 30% higher

| James Mickleboro

The IOUpay Ltd (ASX:IOU) share price is on fire on Tuesday after announcing a major deal with EasyStore...

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Nick Scali (ASX:NCK) returns half the JobKeeper it received

| Tony Yoo

Furniture retailer caves to public pressure after managing director Anthony Scali received $4.4 million in increased dividends.

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Share Gainers

Why the Douugh (ASX:DOU) share price is charging 16% higher today

| James Mickleboro

The Douugh Ltd (ASX:DOU) share price is racing higher on Tuesday after announcing new features for its app...

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SCA (ASX:SCP) share price rises on double-digit increase in dividend and profit

| Brendon Lau

The Shopping Cntrs Austrls Prprty Gp Re Ltd (ASX: SCP) share price will be on watch this morning after it…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Macquarie (ASX:MQG) share price is surging 7% higher

| James Mickleboro

The Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) share price is surging higher on Tuesday following the release of its third quarter update...

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Share Fallers

Why the Challenger (ASX:CGF) share price is tumbling 6% lower today

| James Mickleboro

The Challenger Ltd (ASX:CGF) share price is tumbling lower on Tuesday following the release of its half year results...

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Why the ABR (ASX:ABR) share price will be on watch today

| Aaron Teboneras

The American Pacific Borates (ASX: ABR) share price will be on watch today following an update regarding the company's Fort…

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Why the Suncorp (ASX:SUN) share price is in focus

| Ken Hall

The Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX: SUN) share price is one to watch today after the company announced a bumper cash…

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2 fantastic ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) and this outstanding ASX share could be quality option for your portfolio right now. Here's why...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) and Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday...

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Share Market News

Why the Optiscan (ASX:OIL) share price is going gangbusters

| Daniel Ewing

The Optiscan share price is flying today as the company announced the next stage of its breast cancer study.

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Share Market News

Energy World (ASX:EWC) share price soars over 40% in 1 month

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Energy World (ASX:EWC) share price closed over 11% higher today. Let's have a look at the company's latest announcement.

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Share Market News

What's with the Adriatic (ASX:ADT) share price today?

| Aaron Teboneras

The Adriatic Metals plc (ASX: ADT) share price closed flat today despite the announcement of a positive record of decision.

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The Genworth Mortgage (ASX:GMA) share price smashed 14% higher today

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Genworth Mortgage share price is going gangbusters today. With it full-year earnings announcement due out later this week, let's…

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ASX 200 rises 0.6%, Vocus jumps on takeover offer, Afterpay hits new record

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) went up by 0.6% today. The Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC) share price went up after…

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Share Market News

Will LimePay IPO drive ASX BNPL shares even higher?

| Sebastian Bowen

Limepay is the latest buy now, pay later (BNPL) company to seek an IPO on the ASX. How will this…

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What to expect from the Blackmores (ASX:BKL) half year result

| James Mickleboro

The Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) share price will be on watch this month when it releases its half year results. Here's…

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Why the Papyrus (ASX:PPY) share price is rocketing 21% today

| Daniel Ewing

The Papyrus (ASX: PPY) share price is soaring today on the back of a major business opportunity in China. Let's…

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Why the Tempus Resources (ASX:TMR) share price is popping 25% today

| Bernd Struben

The Tempus Resources share price is going ballistic today, up 20% in late afternoon trading. What's driving interest in the…

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Share Market News

Is Ellume listed on the ASX?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why is it so hard to find the healthcare company Ellume on the ASX? That's because it's a private company.…

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Why the Splitit (ASX:SPT) share price is roaring 7% higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

The Splitit (ASX: SPT) share price is 7% higher after the BNPL company announced a new leadership team. Here's the…

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Share Gainers

Why the NuEnergy (ASX:NGY) share price is rocketing 230% higher today

| James Mickleboro

The NuEnergy Gas Ltd (ASX:NGY) share price has been on fire on Monday and is up an incredible 230% in…

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Share Market News

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Leading brokers have named Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX:WOW) and these ASX shares as buys this week. Here's why they are…

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SciDev (ASX:SDV) share price jumps 10% on inaugural profit result

| Daniel Ewing

The SciDev (ASX:SDV) share price is soaring today after the company announced strong revenue growth in its FY21 first-half report.

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What's moving the Charter Hall Long WALE (ASX:CLW) share price today?

| Gretchen Kennedy

The Charter Hall Long WALE share price rose this morning following the release of the company's first half FY21 results.…

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Share Fallers

Why the Creso Pharma (ASX:CPH) share price is tumbling 5% lower

| James Mickleboro

The Creso Pharma Ltd (ASX:CPH) share price is tumbling 5% lower on Monday. Here's why its shares are on the…

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Share Gainers

Why the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price is exploding even higher today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) share price is again exploding to another new record high today. Here's why this BNPL darling…

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The Cobalt Blue (ASX:COB) share price is rocketing 13% today. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The Cobalt Blue (ASX: COB) share price is on a tear today, up 13% in early afternoon trading. We take…

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