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Financial Shares

Challenger shares storm 6% higher today. Is it too late to buy?

| Samantha Menzies

It's been a volatile month for the stock.

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Share Market News

Why Baby Bunting, Capstone Copper, Healius, and Suncorp shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Technology Shares

Why Technology One shares are surging 7% today

| Aaron Teboneras

Technology One upgrades FY26 guidance as shares jump 7%.

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Earnings Results

Step One shares plunge 12% as inventory write-down wipes out half-year profit

| Kevin Gandiya

Sales were below management expectations despite promotional activity.

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Bank Shares

Why are CBA shares falling today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this banking giant's shares are underperforming today.

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Retail Shares

JB Hi-Fi shares jump 15% this week. What's next?

| Samantha Menzies

The retailer posted its half-year results on Monday.

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Materials Shares

Why is this ASX 200 copper stock crashing 19%?

| James Mickleboro

This copper miner's guidance has disappointed investors. Here's what it reported.

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Materials Shares

Two critical minerals companies to consider, according to Macquarie

| Cameron England

The market for rare earths is evolving rapidly.

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Superannuation

Despite choppy markets, super funds get the year off to a positive start

| Cameron England

Our nest eggs continue to grow.

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Resources Shares

What's next for the BHP share price?

| Samantha Menzies

The mining giant released its half-year results this week.

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Superannuation

Warning: This superannuation myth could derail your retirement

| Samantha Menzies

So many Aussies make the same mistake.

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Earnings Results

Netwealth shares surge 12% as record inflows power earnings growth

| Kevin Gandiya

Wealth platform momentum accelerates as funds under administration hit new highs.

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Healthcare Shares

Why are Telix shares trading higher today?

| Cameron England

A key regulatory milestone has been ticked off.

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Healthcare Shares

Why Medibank shares are jumping 7% today

| Aaron Teboneras

Medibank surges after announcing new health premiums.

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Earnings Results

Magellan shares surge 5% as dividend boost offsets earnings pressure

| Kevin Gandiya

The company announced a 50% increase in the interim dividend despite a 27% drop in NPAT.

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Bank Shares

NAB shares race to record high on strong Q1 update

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the bank reported this morning.

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Technology Shares

Superloop shares rocket on major acquisition and strong profits

| Cameron England

It's all good news for this company today.

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Earnings Results

Fletcher Building shares steady on half-year results and construction exit

| Laura Stewart

Fletcher Building’s HY26 results showed steady revenue, improved cash flow and ongoing transformation as the company prepares to exit Construction.

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Share Market News

Nickel Industries lifts 2026 quota, driving stronger outlook and margins

| Laura Stewart

Nickel Industries secures a major sales quota boost and reports strong margins, positioning for growth in 2026.

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Industrials Shares

After being sold down on weak results, one broker thinks Reliance Worldwide is a good buy

| Cameron England

There's plenty of room for a recovery here.

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Earnings Results

Magellan Financial Group grows dividend as steady 1H26 results land

| Laura Stewart

Magellan Financial Group grew its dividend and held profit steady in 1H26, as strategic partnerships and capital returns featured strongly.

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Healthcare Shares

Why Nib shares are on the move after its latest update

| Aaron Teboneras

Nib shares lift after announcing an approved 2026 health premium change.

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Earnings Results

Santos delivers strong 2025 full year results and higher dividends

| Laura Stewart

Santos delivered strong 2025 results, reporting $1.8bn free cash flow, a higher dividend, and robust operational performance.

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Earnings Results

Vicinity Centres FY26 earnings: Profit jumps, premium assets drive growth

| Laura Stewart

Vicinity Centres delivers strong FY26 interim results, lifted by premium asset growth and higher earnings.

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Financial Shares

Do experts think the Macquarie share price is a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s what experts think of the global investment bank…

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Gold

This gold explorer has more than tripled, but could double again one broker says

| Cameron England

Good exploration results have management excited.

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Share Market News

TechnologyOne upgrades earnings guidance on AI and SaaS+ momentum

| Laura Stewart

TechnologyOne lifted its FY26 profit and revenue outlook as SaaS+ and AI fuel further growth.

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Healthcare Shares

These 2 ASX healthcare shares could jump well over 80%

| Marc Van Dinther

Both biotech stocks could be the breakout growth story in 2026.

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Share Market News

SGH Ltd confirms $32.35 per share BlueScope bid

| Laura Stewart

SGH has lodged a $32.35 per share cash offer for BlueScope Steel alongside Steel Dynamics, representing a 47% premium to…

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Earnings Results

The Lottery Corporation posts steady earnings and dividend for 1H26

| Laura Stewart

The Lottery Corporation's 1H26 results show resilient revenue growth and steady dividends despite softer jackpot cycles.

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Cheap Shares

Are these ASX shares too cheap to pass up?

| Aaron Bell

Should investors jump on these bargains?

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Share Market News

Dexus posts $348.5m half-year profit as property values lift

| Laura Stewart

Dexus delivered a half-year profit rebound as property values rose, announcing a 19.3c distribution and positive outlook for investors.

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Investing Strategies

2 ASX shares tipped to storm higher this year

| Marc Van Dinther

The ASX 200 may edge forward this year. These growth stocks aim to sprint.

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Share Market News

Telix Pharmaceuticals files European application for brain cancer imaging

| Laura Stewart

Telix submits a European application for TLX101-Px, targeting better brain cancer imaging across major markets.

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Earnings Results

Netwealth earnings: 24% revenue jump and record inflows

| Laura Stewart

Netwealth lifted revenue by 24.7% and posted fresh record inflows in its latest half-year result.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts say these ASX dividend shares are buys for income investors

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been tipped as buys for income investors by brokers.

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Earnings Results

Suncorp Group posts resilient 1H26 earnings despite higher claims

| Laura Stewart

Suncorp Group’s 1H26 profit dipped on elevated claims, but margins and capital remain robust.

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Earnings Results

National Australia Bank posts strong first quarter FY26 earnings

| Laura Stewart

NAB’s cash earnings rose 15% for Q1 FY26 as the bank posted strong profit and lending growth.

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Small Cap Shares

Bell Potter says this exciting small-cap ASX share can rise 100%+

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this growing company.

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Healthcare Shares

4DMedical shares jump 600% in a year: Time to sell up or can the stock go higher?

| Samantha Menzies

The shares have pulled-back from an all-time high last month.

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