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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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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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Recent Share Market News

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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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⏸️ ASX Shares

The biggest threat to tech shares

| Tony Yoo

Technology stocks have carried markets this year – but this single event will kill them, according to one fund manager.

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Why the Archtis (ASX:AR9) share price is rocketing up today

| Daniel Ewing

The Archtis share price soared 25% higher today after the cyber security company announced a deal with the Australian Defence…

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Why the Buddy (ASX:BUD) share price is lighting up

| Daniel Ewing

The Buddy Technologies Ltd (ASX:BUD) share price is pushing higher today on the back of record light sales. We take a…

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Share Gainers

Why the Jaxsta share price rocketed by over 300% today

| Brendon Lau

The Jaxsta Ltd (ASX: JXT) share price is latest market minnow to grab attention after the stunning rise of Brainchip…

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Why the DroneShield (ASX:DRO), BrainChip (ASX:BRN) and Recce (ASX:RCE) share prices are rising today

| Daryl Mather

The share prices of these 3 ASX growth shares have all jumped today off the back of recent announcements. All…

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Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to sell today

| James Mickleboro

Top 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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Electro Optic (ASX:EOS) share price up on resumed contract

| Aaron Teboneras

The Electro Optic share price has reached higher today after the company announced a resumed major overseas contract worth $150…

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Wameja (ASX:WJA) share price up 50% on takeover news

| Daniel Ewing

The Wameja share price has today shot higher on news that the company has enetered into an SIA with Mastercard.…

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Share Fallers

Why Myer, Resolute, SKY, & Whispir shares are tumbling lower today

| James Mickleboro

Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX:MYR) and Whispir Ltd (ASX:WSP) shares are two of four tumbling notably lower on Thursday. Here's why...

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Tech shares lead ASX rebound but Afterpay (ASX:APT) faces mounting competition

| Bernd Struben

Tech shares are leading the charge higher on the ASX today, but BNPL shares like Afterpay face mounting mid-term competition.

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DroneShield (ASX:DRO) share price has rocketed today

| Daryl Mather

The Droneshield share price is up more than 23% after the company announced a deal with the US Department of…

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Myer (ASX:MYR) share price dives 15% as FY20 results fail to impress

| Aaron Teboneras

The Myer share price has been hammered this morning, falling almost 15% after the department store retailer released poor FY20…

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Why the CBA (ASX:CBA) share price has fallen 26% since February

| Chris Chitty

The CBA share price has fallen significantly this year as the bank works its way through the effects of COVID-19…

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Sigma (ASX:SIG) share price rises on half year results

| Daniel Ewing

The Sigma share price is rising today as the company has released its 1H21 results. We take a closer look.

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ASX 200 up 0.7%: Nearmap (ASX:NEA) launches capital raising, Afterpay (ASX:APT) rebounds

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB) shares are making a splash on the ASX 200 on Thursday...

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Share Gainers

Why Afterpay, Clinuvel, IDP Education, & Saracen shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and IDP Education Ltd (ASX:IEL) shares are two of four charging notably higher on Thursday. Here's why...

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Share Fallers

Why the Resolute Mining (ASX:RSG) share price is crashing 13% lower

| James Mickleboro

The Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) share price is crashing lower on Thursday after providing an update on its Syama operation...

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Why the CLINUVEL (ASX:CUV) share price is shooting higher

| James Mickleboro

Here's why the CLINUVEL Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: CUV) share price is shooting higher on Thursday morning...

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Sky Network (ASX:SKT) share price plummets 9% on FY20 results

| Aaron Teboneras

The Sky share price sank in early morning trade following the release of its FY20 results. Let's take a look…

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Capital Raising

Nearmap (ASX:NEA) share price halted for $90 million capital raising

| James Mickleboro

The Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) share price is in a trading halt on Thursday whilst it undertakes a $90 million capital…

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Share Fallers

Whispir (ASX:WSP) share price sinks 9.5% lower on major shareholder sell-down

| James Mickleboro

The Whispir Ltd (ASX:WSP) share price is sinking lower after major shareholders sold off a large number of shares...

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This LIC will be shut down if it doesn't meet target share price

| Tony Yoo

New manager Wilson Asset Management makes an Australian-first promise to attract and assure Blue Sky shareholders.

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Is the Shekel Brainweigh (ASX:SBW) share price a millionaire maker?

| Daryl Mather

The Shekel Brainweigh share price burst through yesterdays collapsing market, rising 45.45%. This company has great products and could be…

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Iluka (ASX:ILU) share price on watch after Deterra demerger update

| James Mickleboro

The Iluka Resources Limited (ASX:ILU) share price will be one to watch this morning following the release of an update…

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Investing Strategies

This devastated sector is ripe for buying: fundie

| Tony Yoo

Travel shares will pick up faster than you realise, and the market is underappreciating them, according to Oscar Oberg at…

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If the ASX BNPL party is over, what's next?

| Daryl Mather

ASX BNPL shares collapsed yesterday, continuing a trend that started on 28 August. If the BNPL party is over, where…

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Record Highs

Should you buy Bega Cheese (ASX:BGA) shares at near an all-time high?

| Ken Hall

Why the Bega Cheese Ltd (ASX: BGA) share price could be a good buy for dividends even though its trading…

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3 reasons Fortescue (ASX:FMG) shares will make you richer

| Daryl Mather

Yesterday Fortescue shares dropped in value by 2.7%, making them a fantastic opportunity. Here are three reasons why they will…

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52-Week Lows

Why I'm watching the Blackmores (ASX: BKL) share price this year

| Ken Hall

The Blackmores Limited (ASX: BKL) share price has slumped to a 52-week low but is the Aussie supplements share a…

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5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT) shares will be on watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday. Here's…

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4DS Memory (ASX:4DS) share price rockets 46% higher today

| Aaron Teboneras

The 4DS Memory share price has defied market sentiment and jumped higher today finishing up 46% higher at 7.3 cents

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ASX 200 drops over 2%, tech and oil fall

| Tristan Harrison

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX:XJO) dropped more than 2% today as ASX technology and oil businesses fall heavily as the…

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Share Fallers

Why the Clean TeQ (ASX:CLQ) share price fell 10% today

| Ken Hall

The Clean TeQ Holdings Limited (ASX: CLQ) share price slumped 10.5% lower today as ASX shares were hit hard by…

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Why Brainchip (ASX:BRN) shares are topping the ASX today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Brainchip Holdings Ltd (ASX: BRN) share price is once again topping the ASX charts today. But not for the…

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Graincorp (ASX:GNC) share price tumbles 9%. Here's why it looks like a bargain

| Bernd Struben

After falling 9% in today's trade, the Graincorp share price could be a bargain as we head into the warmer…

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Bubs Australia (ASX:BUB) share price falls as share purchase plan opens

| Chris Chitty

The Bubs Australia share price fell lower today after the company's retail share purchase plan opened to shareholders.

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Why the Laybuy (ASX:LBY) share price is tanking today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Laybuy Holdings Ltd (ASX :LBY) share price is down more than 6% today. Are Laybuy shares a buy after…

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