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Bank Shares

Do Macquarie shares pay a decent ASX dividend?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can Macquarie's dividends match the otehr bank stocks?

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How to invest

Gen Z: 5 tips to help build your wealth

| Bronwyn Allen

A survey shows 38% of Gen Zs consider bank savings the most important wealth-building investment.

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Broker Notes

Holidays on hold: How will this affect ASX travel shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

A new survey shows many Australians are delaying holidays due to cost-of-living pressures.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs that could be great long-term buys

| James Mickleboro

Looking for buy and hold options? Then take a look at these five ETFs.

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International Stock News

Why Nvidia stock popped on Tuesday

| Danny Vena

Elon Musk unintentionally gave the chipmaker a boost.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts name 2 ASX dividend shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why they think income investors should be buying these shares.

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Materials Shares

Higher or lower: Where next for Pilbara Minerals shares?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner's shares have been on a wild ride. Where next for them?

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Technology Shares

Why you should buy this 'industry leading' ASX 200 tech stock

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks investors should be buying this high-quality company's shares.

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Energy Shares

If I buy 1,000 Woodside shares, how much passive income will I receive?

| James Mickleboro

Would this energy giant be a good option for income investors?

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX shares and get 5% and 6.5% dividend yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting these shares to provide investors with some above-average yields.

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How to invest

How Warren Buffett's advice is guiding the ASX shares I'm buying in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how my next buy will be influenced by Buffett...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

It could be a tough session for Aussie investors today.

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Retirement

Planning your retirement? Here are the most popular investments outside superannuation

| Bronwyn Allen

Research shows bank savings, property, cash and shares are popular investment choices outside superannuation.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares that could help set you up for life

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two investments can help anyone achieve financial independence.

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Materials Shares

How much could $10,000 invested in Fortescue shares be worth next year?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what one broker thinks this miner's shares could be worth next year.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how I'd target a $2,000 second income by investing $35 a week

| Tristan Harrison

This would be my strategy to make investment income.

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Retail Shares

3 reasons this broker thinks Woolworths shares are a cheap buy

| James Mickleboro

Is this supermarket giant being undervalued by the market?

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Technology Shares

Down 19% in a month, should you pounce on this ASX 200 tech stock?

| James Mickleboro

Is it time to pounce on this beaten-down stock? Let's see what analysts are saying.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a drop back to reality for ASX investors this Tuesday.

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Retail Shares

ASX retail shares mixed amid modest April sales growth

| Kate O'Brien

What does the latest sales data mean for ASX retail shares?

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Technology Shares

Should I buy TechnologyOne shares before they trade ex-dividend on Thursday?

| Sebastian Bowen

TechnologyOne shares will drop on Thursday. Should you buy before then?

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Share Fallers

Guess which ASX All Ords share is diving 11% to record lows today

| Mitchell Lawler

A more cautious spender is throwing a spanner in the works of this automotive dealership.

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Bank Shares

Only 1 ASX 200 bank share delivers more capital growth than dividends. Which bank? (Clue: Not CBA)

| Bronwyn Allen

Over the past 10 years, only one ASX 200 bank stock has delivered more capital growth than dividends.

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Growth Shares

4 ASX growth shares to buy to supercharge your portfolio in June

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these exciting growth stocks are in the buy zone.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy stock rockets 8% on 'significant' milestone

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited about this energy share today?

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, Elders, Peter Warren, and Serko shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are out of form on Tuesday. But why?

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Dividend Investing

2 top ASX income shares that analysts love

| James Mickleboro

There's a reason that analysts have put buy ratings on these shares.

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Share Gainers

Why Playside Studios, Pro Medicus, Strike Energy, and Winsome shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Superannuation

AMP shares lower amid industry 'wave' of superannuation payouts to baby boomers

| Bronwyn Allen

New APRA figures show a surge in superannuation benefits paid in lump sums and pensions.

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Technology Shares

Are Netwealth shares a compelling buy for dividends?

| Tristan Harrison

Can this fintech stock be a good option for passive income?

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Defensive Shares

Safeguarding against inflation: A defensive share strategy

| Kate O'Brien

Investing in defensive shares can shield your portfolio from inflation.

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Resources Shares

Will ASX copper shares keep surging from here? (Plus: 2 top picks for exposure)

| Tristan Harrison

Can copper stocks continue their electric returns?

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Best Shares

4 ASX 200 shares being scooped up by insiders

| Kate O'Brien

Insiders at four companies have made notable purchases recently.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 uranium stock dives 10% amid $26 million insiders sell-off

| Bronwyn Allen

The insiders selling shares include the CEO and managing director as well as the chair of the board.

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Opinions

ASX growth stock on the cusp of profitability: My multibagger pick

| Mitchell Lawler

I'm hoping to buy this small-cap stock and turn $5,000 into $20,000.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

The greats you should base your investing on

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

If I have a skill, or perhaps more accurately an ‘approach’ that works, it’s in doing my best to synthesise…

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX 300 dividend shares to buy now for $3,000 a month in passive income

| Bernd Struben

I think the long-term passive income potential remains very strong for these ASX dividend stocks.

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Travel Shares

3 things about Qantas stock every smart investor knows

| Tristan Harrison

Travel demand remains strong and there are other positives to be aware of.

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Healthcare Shares

Which ASX biotech shares are pioneering the future of medicine?

| Kate O'Brien

Uncover the risks and rewards of high-stakes investments in ASX biotech stocks.

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Technology Shares

The little-known ASX tech stock that could rise 25% in a year

| Tristan Harrison

A leading broker thinks this business has excellent growth potential.

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