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

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Resources Shares

Buy, hold, sell: Fortescue, Solstice, and South32 shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these mining shares.

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Industrials Shares

Are Austal shares a buy after weeks of heavy gains and losses?

| Marc Van Dinther

Most brokers see upside for the Aussie shipbuilder.

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Defensive Shares

If I had to build a defensive ASX share portfolio today, I'd start here

| Grace Alvino

Defensive investing doesn’t mean giving up long-term potential.

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Dividend Investing

2 top ASX dividend shares to buy for passive income this week

| Sebastian Bowen

These two stocks just gave investors a pay rise.

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Share Market News

Metrics Master Income Trust reveals March 2026 unfranked distribution

| Laura Stewart

Metrics Master Income Trust declares a 1.17 cent per unit monthly distribution, payable on 9 March 2026, with DRP available.

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to buy these shares.

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Earnings Results

This ASX 300 stock has shed over 5% following half-year results

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what the company reported this morning.

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Technology Shares

How high does Macquarie think Digico shares can go?

| Cameron England

The ASX REIT is looking cheap.

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Share Market News

Why this expert is calling time on AMP and Domino's shares

| Bernd Struben

A top investment expert believes AMP and Domino’s shares are likely to keep underperforming. But why?

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Bank Shares

How much could the CBA share price rise in the next year?

| Tristan Harrison

Is the big bank headed upwards? Here are expert views…

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Broker Notes

Experts name 3 ASX 200 shares to sell now

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why analysts have put sell ratings on these shares this week.

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Retail Shares

This online ASX retailer is trading strongly higher after beating earnings expectations

| Cameron England

Customer numbers are growing.

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Dividend Investing

Want to build a second income? I'd buy these ASX shares today

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are fantastic ideas for growing passive income payments.

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Financial Shares

Up 21% last week, why Netwealth shares are still a buy today

| Bernd Struben

A top investment analyst expects more outperformance from Netwealth shares. But why?

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Wesfarmers, Westpac, and Woolworths shares

| James Mickleboro

Are analysts bullish or bearish on these shares? Let's find out.

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Earnings Results

Lendlease shares hit fresh lows after reporting $318m loss

| Marc Van Dinther

Pipeline strength and capital management might give investors something to build on.

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Share Fallers

Why Coronado, G8 Education, Megaport, and Perenti shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. But why?

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Retail Shares

4 reasons to buy Wesfarmers shares today

| Bernd Struben

A leading investment expert has a bullish outlook for Wesfarmers shares. Let’s see why.

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Share Gainers

Why Clarity Pharmaceuticals, EOS, Nuix, and Reece shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week strongly. But why?

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Gold

A short-seller attack has failed to dent this gold developer's prospects

| Cameron England

An attempt to cast doubt on this Aussie company appears to have fallen flat.

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Retail Shares

This retailer's shares are up despite mixed results, as the business goes through a reset period

| Cameron England

It's been a choppy period for this furniture seller.

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Gold

Why is this ASX gold stock surging 33% today?

| James Mickleboro

Some big news is getting the market excited on Monday. Here's what you need to know.

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Energy Shares

Why is this $6.5 billion ASX 200 energy stock starting the week with a whimper?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 energy giant in taking a tumble on Monday. But why?

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Earnings Results

Data#3 shares fall 6% despite steady profit growth

| Kevin Gandiya

Microsoft incentive changes weigh on margins as earnings remain skewed to second half.

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Earnings Results

Why are ASX 300 tech stock Nuix shares jumping 27% in Monday's falling market?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into Nuix shares on Monday even as the wider market slides. But why?

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Earnings Results

Regis Resources lifts underground reserves at Tropicana Gold Mine

| Laura Stewart

Regis Resources’ Tropicana underground gold reserves grew strongly, extending mine life and supporting its long-term outlook.

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Earnings Results

Why are EOS shares rocketing 17% today?

| James Mickleboro

This defence stock is having a great start to the week.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX shares highly recommended to buy: Experts

| Tristan Harrison

Brokers are very excited about the potential returns of these shares…

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Resources Shares

This copper project developer could double in value, analysts say

| Cameron England

This company's WA project is coming together.

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Earnings Results

Stanmore Resources FY25 earnings: Record output

| Laura Stewart

Stanmore Resources delivered record FY25 output and a higher dividend, despite lower coal prices and reduced profit.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is this ASX 300 stock jumping 14% on Monday?

| James Mickleboro

Here's why this stock is starting the week strongly.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 300 healthcare share is storming higher on an 18% revenue boost

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX 300 healthcare stock on Monday. But why?

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Share Market News

West African Resources provides Burkina Faso government stake update

| Laura Stewart

West African Resources has issued an update regarding the Burkina Faso government’s interest in increasing its stake in the Kiaka…

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy with $50,000 today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be worth getting better acquainted with.

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Earnings Results

Ampol FY25 earnings: profit jumps and dividend up

| Laura Stewart

Ampol FY25 earnings saw NPAT leap 83%, with the dividend increased and strategic growth plans advancing.

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Broker Notes

Why UBS just upgraded Guzman Y Gomez shares to a buy

| Tristan Harrison

GYG could deliver spicy growth in the coming years…

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Healthcare Shares

Forget CSL shares, this ASX biotech stock could triple in value

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers see modest upside for CSL, but are very bullish on this smaller rival.

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Earnings Results

Greatland Resources earnings: Bumper profit and revenue after first full Telfer half

| Laura Stewart

Greatland Resources posted a sharp rise in profit and revenue after its first half owning Telfer, while progressing the Havieron…

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Superannuation

Is your superannuation investing on track to retire in 10 years?

| Leigh Gant

Retirement is closer than you think. Are you ready?

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Dividend Investing

Here's a $50,000 starter dividend portfolio delivering passive income

| Leigh Gant

Build cash flow without waiting decades.

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