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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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Small Cap Shares

These two ASX small caps shot higher 8%-20% on earnings results

| Aaron Bell

It was good news out of these small caps this week.

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Share Market News

Bullish or bearish? Bell Potter gives its verdict on this high-flying ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

The broker is feeling positive about this name. Let's see what it is saying.

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Retail Shares

Why I think the Wesfarmers share price is a buy after its HY26 result

| Tristan Harrison

I think there are few businesses on the ASX better than Wesfarmers.

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Materials Shares

Should you buy PLS shares after its results?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has been running the rule over the lithium giant.

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Blue Chip Shares

Are these 3 popular ASX 200 stocks a buy, hold or sell ahead of earnings results next week?

| Aaron Bell

What are experts saying about these blue-chips?

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Communication Shares

What is Bell Potter saying about Telstra shares following its strong result?

| James Mickleboro

Is the telco giant a buy, hold, or sell? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Bravura, ASX, Lottery Corporation shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers have reviewed these stocks to determine if they are a buy, hold, or sell following their 1H FY26 reports.

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Earnings Results

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT posts 1H FY26 earnings and accelerates SYD1 expansion

| Laura Stewart

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT announced a fast-tracked data centre expansion, and reaffirmed full-year guidance.

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Earnings Results

QBE Insurance posts 2025 profit and dividend increase in FY25

| Laura Stewart

QBE Insurance reported a 21% profit increase for 2025 and lifted its full year dividend by 25%.

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX dividend shares to buy with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys for income investors.

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Earnings Results

Recap: Winners and losers from earnings season week 3

| Aaron Bell

These ASX 200 shares swung in different directions this week.

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Small Cap Shares

What are brokers saying about Step One shares after 17% crash

| Aaron Bell

Should investors swoop in and buy the dip?

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to buy with $30,000 in February

| James Mickleboro

Are you looking for quality options for your investment portfolio? Here are three to consider.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares with business models built for uncertain times

| Grace Alvino

In volatile markets, I’d lean toward essential businesses for income.

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Financial Shares

Morgans just bumped up its price target for this booming ASX financials stock

| Aaron Bell

How high can this stock price rise?

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, or sell? Goodman Group, Wesfarmers, Zip shares

| Bronwyn Allen

These popular companies reported their 1H FY26 results yesterday. How do experts rate them now?

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Growth Shares

3 beaten down ASX shares I'd load up on at these prices

| Grace Alvino

When risk-reward shifts in my favour, I pay attention. These three shares stand out.

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Resources Shares

3 ASX mining shares tipped to double in a year

| Bronwyn Allen

One of these ASX mining shares is a gold explorer, one is a silver developer, and one specialises in copper.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will it be a good finish to the week for Aussie investors? Let's find out.

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ETFs

Why I think these ASX ETFs are buys in 2026

| Grace Alvino

After years of US dominance, I think emerging markets deserve another look. Here’s how I’d gain exposure.

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the latest Rio Tinto dividend

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Rio Tinto announced after the market close on Thursday.

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BNPL shares

Is the Zip share price crash a buying opportunity or a warning sign?

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what the experts think.

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Resources Shares

Buying BHP shares? Here's why this was a HUGE week for the ASX mining giant

| Bernd Struben

Did you catch what’s going on with BHP shares this week?

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ETFs

ASX ETF to buy now amid global tech share downturn

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX ETF allows investors to bet against the tech-heavy NASDAQ 100.

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Earnings Results

Rio Tinto FY25: Higher revenue, stable dividend as growth projects ramp up

| Laura Stewart

Rio Tinto delivered higher revenue and EBITDA, keeping its dividend steady amid strategic growth and cost control.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a momentous day for the ASX this Thursday.

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Resources Shares

NRW Holdings shares hit all time high on solid profit results

| Cameron England

Strong results have sent these shares to a 12-month high.

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Broker Notes

BHP share price lifts amid brokers re-rating the miner post-results

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP pleased the market with a 28% profit increase in 1H FY26 and a beefed-up dividend for shareholders.

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Growth Shares

These ASX 200 shares look stronger than their share prices suggest

| James Mickleboro

These shares look cheap at current levels. Let's find out why.

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Cheap Shares

3 out of favour ASX 200 shares that could be worth a look today

| Aaron Teboneras

Pullbacks in these 3 ASX 200 shares could create a buying opportunity.

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Communication Shares

Telstra shares just hit a 9-year high. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra shares haven't been this high since 2017.

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Cheap Shares

Down 12% in 2026, are Suncorp shares undervalued?

| Aaron Teboneras

Are Suncorp shares undervalued after heavy weather losses hit profits?

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Healthcare Shares

Buy, hold, sell: CSL, Pro Medicus, Cochlear shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season has been brutal for these 3 healthcare sector giants.

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Energy Shares

These two uranium stocks are worth a look, this broker says

| Cameron England

Site visits have boosted confidence.

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Resources Shares

Sell alert! Why this expert is calling time on Lynas shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading investment expert believes the spectacular run higher for Lynas Rare Earths shares may be grinding to a halt.

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Real Estate Shares

3 ASX property shares to buy

| Bronwyn Allen

Morgans has run the ruler over 3 ASX property shares following their recent earnings updates.

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Resources Shares

I never thought I'd buy BHP shares, but I'm reconsidering. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

BHP is not the company it used to be.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: A2 Milk, Capstone Copper, and Judo Capital shares

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has given its opinion on each of these shares.

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Financial Shares

HUB24 shares jump 12% higher. Are the shares still a buy for 2026?

| Samantha Menzies

The diversified financial services business posted its half-year results this morning.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares tipped to soar 50% (or more) higher in 2026

| Samantha Menzies

I’ve got my eye on these stocks right now.

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