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Australian Share Market News & Commentary

Latest ASX share market news. Find out which Australian shares are moving the stock market today, and which shares to buy.

Latest News Articles

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a sobering hump day for investors this session.

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Industrials Shares

After its FY25 result, how much upside does Macquarie forecast for SGH shares?

| Samantha Menzies

SGH released its FY25 results on Tuesday.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I'd buy after the RBA cut rates

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish on these stocks because of the latest rate cut.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 20%+ return for this ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about 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 AGL, Beach Energy, Bravura, and CBA shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Amotiv, Evolution Mining, Life360, and Tyro shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on hump day. But why?

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Bank Shares

Down 6%: Have CBA shares hit a wall of reality?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is this the start of a new era for CBA?

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Healthcare Shares

Should you buy the rebound in CSL shares today?

| Bernd Struben

Two leading experts deliver their verdicts for CSL shares.

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Bank Shares

Everything you need to know about the CBA dividend

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s look at what payout Commonwealth Bank shareholders can expect.

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Resources Shares

Why this expert is all in on Fortescue shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager is bullish on the outlook for Fortescue shares. But why?

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Technology Shares

2 potential buy-and-hold ASX stocks for the AI revolution

| Sebastian Bowen

These stocks give you a front row seat to the AI show.

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Earnings Results

Up 102% in a year, Evolution Mining shares rocket again on record full-year profits

| Bernd Struben

Evolution Mining is becoming an increasingly attractive ASX dividend stock.

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Technology Shares

Macquarie predicts 24% upside for this ASX tech share

| Steve Holland

Is this high-performing tech share on your watchlist?

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Earnings Results

AGL Energy FY25 earnings: Lower profit, strong investment in battery growth

| Laura Stewart

AGL Energy posted lower FY25 profits but continued investing heavily in batteries and flexible energy assets to offset future challenges.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 129% in a year, are Pro Medicus shares a buy ahead of tomorrow's FY 2025 results?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the surging Pro Medicus share price.

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Earnings Results

IAG share price lifts off on soaring full-year profits and dividends

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into IAG shares following the insurance giant’s FY 2025 results.

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Earnings Results

Treasury Wine Estates FY25 result: revenue up 7.2%, EBITS up 17%

| Laura Stewart

Treasury Wine Estates reported a 17% increase in EBITS in FY25.

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Bank Shares

CBA shares sink despite $10.1b profit and dividend boost

| James Mickleboro

Australia's largest bank has disappointed with its full-year results.

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Earnings Results

Computershare tumbles despite FY 2025 dividend increase

| James Mickleboro

The market doesn't like this result and its shares are tumblin.

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International Stock News

If you'd invested $1,000 in Berkshire Hathaway stock 5 years ago, here's how much you'd have today

| James Brumley

Buying and holding quality stocks is a better bet than chasing hot growth trends.

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-cap stocks to buy with big growth potential

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why a fund manager is excited about these two stocks.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate CAR Group shares a buy, hold or sell after its FY25 result?

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to buy this global ASX growth share?

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Growth Shares

A leading fund manager says these 2 ASX 200 shares have exciting potential

| Tristan Harrison

These two stocks are delivering exciting growth.

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Resources Shares

Experts reveal ratings on 3 popular ASX 200 mining shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Analysts have shared their insights following a strong rally for the ASX 200 materials sector last week.

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ETFs

These ASX ETFs could help you beat the market

| Sebastian Bowen

You might have a shot at beating the ASX with these funds.

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ETFs

Why this ASX ETF could be the best long-term investment you make

| James Mickleboro

This fund is an easy way to invest like Warren Buffett.

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Technology Shares

Why it isn't too late to buy Life360 shares

| James Mickleboro

It may have doubled in value in 12 months but one leading broker believes there's more to come.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

A good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Share Market News

The fintech stock that could be set to soar

| Aaron Bell

One broker has put a mouthwatering price target on this finance stock. 

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Earnings Results

Computershare grows FY25 earnings and boosts dividend

| Laura Stewart

Computershare delivered robust FY25 earnings growth and lifted its dividend by 14%.

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Opinions

Why I made Guzman Y Gomez shares my latest buy

| Tristan Harrison

I believe this business has a lot of spicy growth to come.

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How to invest

How to build a $250,000 ASX share portfolio starting at zero

| James Mickleboro

Here are four easy steps to grow your wealth materially with ASX shares.

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Share Market News

Beat the RBA cuts with these top ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these stocks could be top picks for income investors.

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ETFs

3 exciting ASX ETFs to buy with $5,000 in August

| James Mickleboro

These funds offer easy access to some of the most exciting shares in the world.

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Share Market News

'A very special asset': Why this ASX stock could rise 60%+

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for buyers of this stock according to Bell Potter.

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Communication Shares

Why this ASX 300 share shot 30% higher today

| Tristan Harrison

Investors are very excited about what this company is doing.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another day for the history books this Tuesday.

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52-Week Highs

7 ASX 200 stocks soar to multi-year highs amid new market record

| Bronwyn Allen

These shares hit new price peaks amid the ASX 200 also rising to a new record.

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Industrials Shares

Is this ASX 200 industrials stock a buy after crashing 9% today?

| Bart Bogacz

Better times ahead after tough day for investors?

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