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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?

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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.

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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.

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Share Gainers

These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Nufarm Limited (ASX:NUF) and Vocus Group Ltd (ASX:VOC) shares were among the best performers on the ASX 200 last week...

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Share Fallers

These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week

| James Mickleboro

Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) and Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) shares were among the worst performers on the ASX 200 last week...

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2 ASX shares that could rocket from viral cash hoarding

| Bernd Struben

Australian households are sitting on cash they're reluctant to spend in the viral environment. When that changes, these ASX shares…

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The ASX 200 is still stuck in a rut

| Sebastian Bowen

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is still stuck in a rut and can't seem to get over the 6,000…

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ASX 200 drops 0.8%, Nearmap (ASX:NEA) sinks

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) dropped 0.8% today. The worst performer in the ASX 200 was the Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA)…

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MyFiziq (ASX:MYQ) share price soars 30% on expansion news

| Daniel Ewing

The MyFiziq share price has exploded today as the company announced an expansion of one of its products through wellness…

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Why the Change (ASX:CCA) share price rocketed 43% today

| Daniel Ewing

The Change share price has rocketed higher today after the company announced a takeover of Wirecard assets.

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Insiders have been buying Cochlear (ASX:COH) and this ASX share

| James Mickleboro

Insiders have been buying Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) and this ASX share. Here's what you need to know...

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Why retirees should add these solid ASX dividend shares to their portfolios

| James Mickleboro

Here's why I think retirees ought to add these top ASX income shares to their portfolios right now...

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The SkyCity (ASX:SKC) share price is up 20% in September. Here's why…

| Bernd Struben

While the ASX 300 is down 3.2% in the first 2 weeks of September, SkyCity's share price has surged more…

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Insiders have been selling Goodman (ASX:GMG) and this ASX share this month

| James Mickleboro

Insiders have been selling Goodman Group (ASX:GMG) and this ASX shares in September. Here's what you need to know...

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Suncorp cuts 550 jobs

| Tony Yoo

The bank lops off 4% of its headcount after earlier announcing it would close 20 branches.

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Magnis (ASX:MNS) share price charges 5% higher

| Daniel Ewing

The Magnis share price is moving higher today as the company announced an update on its electric fast charging program.

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Why the Afterpay (ASX:APT) and Sezzle (ASX:SZL) share prices are falling again today

| Bernd Struben

The Afterpay and Sezzle share prices are falling again today. We take a look at what's been happening and the…

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A definitive guide to September ASX share trends

| Daryl Mather

The turblent market has made it easier to work out which ASX shares investors are buying. Here are 3 profitable…

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Why the DroneShield (ASX:DRO) share price is up even higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

The DroneShield share price has been on fire today, after the tech company announced another major defence order

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Leading broker downgrades Nearmap (ASX:NEA) shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's why this leading broker has downgraded Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) shares to a neutral rating this morning...

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Lithium Australia (ASX:LIT) share price falls despite added patent protection

| Daniel Ewing

The Lithium Australia share price has edged lower today despite the company announcing it has filed two patents for its…

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Growth Shares

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named NEXTDC Ltd (ASX:NXT) and these ASX shares as buys this week. Here's why they are bullish on…

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BHP's climate plan is rubbish: shareholder group

| Tony Yoo

Mining giant criticised for not matching BP's promise and using a low-energy 2020 as a reference point for emissions reduction.

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Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price facing new competitive pressure

| Brendon Lau

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) is the latest to muscle in on Afterpay Ltd's (ASX: APT) turf. Should…

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These fund managers are buying the dip, should you?

| Bernd Struben

Fund managers have been snapping up internet and software shares. Is this the right time to for you to buy…

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Share Gainers

Pro Medicus (ASX:PME) share price higher on major contract win and research agreement

| James Mickleboro

The Pro Medicus Limited (ASX:PME) share price is pushing higher on Friday after making two positive announcements...

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Kleos (ASX:KSS) share price shoots for the stars

| Daniel Ewing

The Kleos share price has rocketed up today after the company announced a new launch date for its satellite space…

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ASX 200 down 0.95%: Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) CEO exits, Nearmap (ASX:NEA) sinks lower

| James Mickleboro

Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) shares are among the movers and shakers on the ASX 200 on…

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Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) heads roll, but investors want more

| Tony Yoo

Mining company does stunning backflip the envy of Olympic gymnasts, but shareholders demand permanent attitude change.

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Why the Retail Food Group (ASX:RFG) share price is up 4%

| Aaron Teboneras

The Retail Food Group Limited (ASX: RFG) share price has jumped 4.69% after the company announced it was selling its…

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Share Fallers

Why BrainChip, Evolution, Nearmap, & Zip shares are tumbling lower

| James Mickleboro

BrainChip Holdings Ltd (ASX:BRN) and Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) shares are two of four that are tumbling notably lower on Friday.…

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Nearmap (ASX:NEA) share price tumbles 11% following capital raising

| Bernd Struben

Nearmap emerged from a one-day trading halt today after announcing a $90 million capital raising. Here's how investors are reacting.

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Share Gainers

Why IGO, IPH, Jumbo, & Whitehaven shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why IGO Ltd (ASX:IGO) and Jumbo Interactive Ltd (ASX:JIN) shares are two of four pushing notably higher on Friday...

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Freedom Foods (ASX:FNP) making progress but shares to remain suspended until 30 October

| James Mickleboro

The Freedom Foods Group Ltd (ASX:FNP) share price will remain suspended from trade until 30 October. Here's what's happening...

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IGO share price surges on potential sale of Tropicana

| Brendon Lau

The IGO Ltd (ASX: IGO) share price is a rare bright spot on the market today as it considers putting…

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Share Fallers

Should you buy these beaten down ASX 200 shares?

| James Mickleboro

Should you buy the beaten down shares of Altium Limited (ASX:ALU) and CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) right now? I think you should...

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Share Fallers

Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) announces CEO exit following Juukan destruction

| James Mickleboro

The Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) share price is under pressure today after announcing the exit of its CEO in response…

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Share Gainers

Why Afterpay (ASX:APT) and Domino's (ASX:DMP) are smashing the market in 2020

| James Mickleboro

Here's why Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX:DMP) shares are smashing the market in 2020...

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⏸️ ASX Shares

This ASX tech share is still cheap to buy

| Tony Yoo

Here's one Australian fintech that's still good value, according to a fund manager. And another that's popular but not worth…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Nearmap Ltd IASX:NEA) and Newcrest Mining Ltd (ASX:NCM) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Friday. Here's…

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Perenti (ASX:PRN) share price pushes higher as contract secured

| Daniel Ewing

The Perenti share price pushed higher today after it was disclosed that the company had secured an important contract.

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ASX 200 rises 0.5%, gold miners glitter

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) has risen by 0.5% today. Quite a few gold miners did well today as volatility…

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Lynas (ASX:LYC) share price stands its ground as retail offer finalised

| Chris Chitty

The Lynas share price was flat today as the company announced completion of its retail entitlement offer to investors.

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