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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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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at 65

| James Mickleboro

How does your super balance compare to the average?

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Cheap Shares

This oversold ASX stock is so cheap it's ridiculous

| Tristan Harrison

I recently bought shares of this business.

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International Stock News

Prediction: Alphabet will be worth more than Microsoft by 2030

| Thomas Niel

Microsoft may have the first-mover advantage, but in five years, Alphabet could be the more valuable company.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Super Retail shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Kevin Gandiya

Macquarie has reaffirmed its neutral rating on Super Retail Group with a $17.30 target.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Karoon Energy shares a buy?

| Kevin Gandiya

Macquarie has kept its neutral rating on Karoon Energy with a $1.70 price target.

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International Stock News

1 terrible surprise from Tesla's earnings call Wednesday

| Ryan Vanzo

No news is bad news for one of Tesla's growth initiatives.

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Gold

Up more than 140% this year, can this ASX 200 gold stock keep on climbing?

| Cameron England

This gold stock still has some left in the tank even after strong gains this year.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Macquarie says this industrial stock could return more than 30% in a year

| Cameron England

Challenging market conditions will be offset by strong management performance for this industrial stock, Macquarie says.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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These three ASX mining shares rocketed by more than 20% today
Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX 200 stocks flying higher this week. But why?

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 dividend shares with double the current index yield

| Samantha Menzies

These shares provide a great passive income for investors.

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Share Gainers

Why Aeris Resources, Karoon Energy, Pilbara Minerals, and Temple & Webster shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week with a bang. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Mount Gibson, Newmont, Perenti, and Whitehaven Coal shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Buying Woolworths shares? Here's how the company aims to boost BIG W sales

| Bernd Struben

Woolworths shares should get a boost if the company can turn around its struggling BIG W business.

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Energy Shares

Energy stocks tick higher as Trump administration announces fresh Russian sanctions

| Cameron England

Australian oil company shares are trading slightly firmer as the US cracks down on Russian oil exports.

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BNPL shares

Up 237% since April, Zip shares lifting today on big US news

| Bernd Struben

Zip shares have more than tripled investors’ money since April.

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Gold

Want exposure to the booming gold price? Northern Star shares could rise 26%

| James Mickleboro

This share could deliver golden returns for Aussie investors.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Up almost 200% in a year, does RBC Capital rate Eagers Automotive a buy, sell or hold?

| Cameron England

Analysts say strength in the local economy will be a boon for this vehicle dealer.

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Resources Shares

Which rare earths player says it's in an "excellent position" to capitalise on the recent momentum in the sector?

| Cameron England

This company will soon commission a pilot plant at its flagship project.

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Share Market News

Guess which ASX mining stock is crashing 28% today

| James Mickleboro

This miner's shares are under significant pressure on Friday. But why?

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Gold

Up 119% this year, Newmont shares dip despite record US$1.6 billion free cash flow

| Bernd Struben

Newmont produced 1.4 million ounces of gold over the September quarter.

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Travel Shares

This ASX 200 travel stock just posted a 29% earnings jump

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what this travel company reported for the first quarter.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

A glistering opportunity… or a glittering trap?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

It's yellow, shiny... and expensive.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals shares jump on 30% revenue surge

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner had a strong quarter. Here's what you need to know.

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Materials Shares

Should you buy Aeris Resources and South32 shares instead of Rio Tinto?

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker sees potential for strong returns from these miners.

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Share Market News

Ampol successfully issues $500 million subordinated notes

| Laura Stewart

Ampol has announced a successful $500 million subordinated notes issue to strengthen its balance sheet and boost financial flexibility.

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How to invest

Everyone's talking about a stock market crash! Here's what I'll do if it happens

| Leigh Gant

History’s greatest investors all share one secret — they love market crashes more than they fear them.

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Share Market News

Whitehaven Coal earnings: September quarter 2025 production update

| Laura Stewart

Whitehaven Coal saw steady production and reaffirmed guidance in its September quarter update, despite pricing headwinds.

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Broker Notes

Upgrade alert! An entry point has opened up for this world class ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be snapping up this stock.

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International Stock News

Where will Netflix be in 1 year?

| Neil Patel

Netflix shares have climbed over 70% in the past year.

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Growth Shares

3 Australian shares that could turn $20,000 into $200,000

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think shares could be destined for big things in the future.

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International Stock News

3 "Magnificent Seven" stock(s) to buy hand over fist right now — including Nvidia (NVDA) stock

| Selena Maranjian

One of these stocks has been growing at an average annual rate of nearly 75% over the past decade.

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How to invest

How to build a $250,000 ASX share portfolio from scratch

| James Mickleboro

It may not be as hard as you think to build a life-changing investment portfolio.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 6% to 10% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated shares could deliver a big income boost in the near term.

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Share Market News

Could this ASX tech stock be the next 10 bagger?

| Leigh Gant

Early innovation meets global opportunity in this ASX tech stock’s race to become the next market standout.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

A good finish to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Broker Notes

This ASX 200 dividend stock yields 8% AND is tipped for share price gains

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects this top ASX 200 dividend stock to outperform into 2026.

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How to invest

Investors: How to turn $20k into a cash flow machine

| James Mickleboro

Here's how to make the share market your own personal ATM.

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ETFs

The smartest ASX ETFs for beginner investors to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great options for Aussies that are beginning their investment journeys.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What are Jarden analysts saying about Reece shares?

| Cameron England

Reece has its challenges, with the difficult US housing market presenting headwinds.

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