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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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Financial Shares

Suncorp share price hits new 52-week high amid $375m asset sale

| James Mickleboro

Suncorp is offloading another asset as it reshapes its business.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 300 healthcare stock is storming higher on Chinese patent news

| James Mickleboro

Here's why this healthcare share is catching the eye on Thursday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should I rush to buy this ASX 200 giant currently near its 52-week low?

| James Mickleboro

A number of analysts think this stock is cheap at current levels.

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Retirement

If you start investing today, when could you retire?

| Tristan Harrison

Investing in stocks can unlock an early retirement in my opinion.

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Share Market News

Should I buy BHP or Rio Tinto shares in April?

| James Mickleboro

Is it a good time to invest in these two mining giants?

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REITs

3 top ASX REITs to buy in April 2024

| James Mickleboro

Analysts see these REITs as a great way to invest in the property market.

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Small Cap Shares

The tiny ASX stock that could surge on this pending government decision

| Mitchell Lawler

Will a tax break help this little company set a new PB?

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Dividend Investing

5 excellent ASX dividend stocks to buy in April

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these income options recently.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A better session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Share Gainers

3 Australian shares quietly crushing the ASX this year

| Tristan Harrison

These three stocks have smashed the All Ords index so far this year.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX shares I'd buy to quickly add diversification

| Tristan Harrison

I like these stocks for Aussies wanting different blue-chip exposure.

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ETFs

Is the Betashares Global Cybersecurity ETF (HACK) a good long-term investment?

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX ETF gives exposure to a rapidly growing industry.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was back to reality for ASX shares this hump day.

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Dividend Investing

Should ASX investors buy Metcash stock for its 5.7% dividend?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on Metcash's current dividend yield.

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Dividend Investing

These ASX 300 dividend shares offer yields of 5% to 8%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think big yields could be coming for owners of these shares.

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Dividend Investing

Passive income investors, beat the ASX with this cash-gushing dividend stock!

| Bernd Struben

I believe this top ASX dividend stock will continue to offer ASX beating passive income.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX growth shares to supercharge your investment portfolio returns

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these top stocks.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX shares boasting better revenue growth than Tesla

| Mitchell Lawler

Revenue growth is closely linked with shareholder returns. I've found three ASX-listed companies that grew more than 20% in the…

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Dividend Investing

Here are the top five ASX 200 stocks in Macquarie's model income portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out this model portfolio.

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Share Fallers

Why Mesoblast, Regis Resources, Westgold, and WiseTech shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on Wednesday. What's going on?

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Share Gainers

Why 29Metals, Boss Energy, Cooper Energy, and Ramelius shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time despite the market volatility.

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Bank Shares

ASX expert: Sell CBA shares now

| Sebastian Bowen

Calls to sell CBA shares near record highs are growing louder...

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Bank Shares

Invested $10,000 in ANZ shares during the 2020 dip? Here's what you have now!

| Bernd Struben

Despite the pandemic market panic, ANZ shares continued to deliver dividends in 2020.

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Bank Shares

After leaping to 52-week highs in March, what's next for the Westpac share price?

| Bernd Struben

Westpac shares notched a number of new 52-week highs in March.

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Materials Shares

Are Liontown shares dirt cheap and a screaming buy in April?

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker believes investors could generate big returns from this lithium stock.

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Share Fallers

Mesoblast share price dumps 10% as excitement simmers on FDA submission

| Mitchell Lawler

Investors are taking their feet off the gas as Mesoblast shares take a rest from their recent run.

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ETFs

3 ASX gold ETFs smashing all-time record highs today

| Bernd Struben

ASX gold ETFs are giving shareholders a great start to the new month.

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Share Market News

3 ASX All Ords insiders selling over $1 million worth of their company shares

| James Mickleboro

Insiders have been cashing in their shares. Here's what you need to know.

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Resources Shares

Are your big ASX 200 mining dividends in for a chop?

| Tristan Harrison

Are the appealing dividends about to come to an end?

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Retail Shares

This hot ASX 300 stock is down 30% since February. Is it a buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock has fallen hard, but should investors buy the dip?

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Materials Shares

Why are Rio Tinto shares outperforming the market on Wednesday?

| James Mickleboro

Why are investors buying this mining giant's shares today?

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Superannuation

How to turn $10,000 into $434,000 worth of superannuation with this ONE move

| Mitchell Lawler

If I wanted to be sure I can live my best life in retirement, I'd apply this 1 simple super…

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Opinions

2 ASX shares that look absurdly cheap to me

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are trading at big discounts.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX healthcare stock is rocketing 110% on US product launch

| James Mickleboro

Shareholders of this stock are smiling on Wednesday. Why is it rocketing?

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX 200 gold stock is rocketing 12% on record production

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 gold miner reported all-time high quarterly gold production of 86,928 ounces.

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Dividend Investing

Why I think these 2 ASX dividend shares are ideal for income investors

| Tristan Harrison

I’d choose these stocks for a strong dividend portfolio.

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Materials Shares

Novonix shares fall despite Lithium Energy merger and IPO plans

| James Mickleboro

These two companies are planning to merge their graphite operations.

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Energy Shares

After a tepid March can the Woodside share price reignite in April?

| Bernd Struben

I believe Woodside shares could be set for significant outperformance.

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Dividend Investing

Where I'd instantly invest $10,000 in ASX shares for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks are appealing for dividends.

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Healthcare Shares

Own CSL shares? You're receiving a healthy dividend boost today!

| Tristan Harrison

The bank accounts of CSL shareholders are about to receive a healthy payment.

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