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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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Cheap Shares

Is Qantas a bargain ASX 200 stock today?

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Goldman Sachs think the Flying Kangaroo could be dirt cheap.

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ETFs

Why these ASX income ETFs could be top options

| James Mickleboro

Here's how investors can use ETFs to generate income.

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Opinions

Why I bought this ASX 200 stock instead of Woolworths

| Tristan Harrison

I decided to put this stock in my shopping basket over Woolies.

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Share Market News

Buy ANZ and this ASX dividend share now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have put buy ratings on these income options.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good session for Aussie investors today.

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Retail Shares

Why I just sold half my shares in this ASX 300 stock even though I still love it!

| Tristan Harrison

I’m still a big fan of this business.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX blue-chip shares I'd buy with $3,000 right now

| Tristan Harrison

These are large businesses with compelling futures.

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Dividend Investing

Invest $12,000 in Woodside stock and get $5,700 in passive income

| Tony Yoo

Reliable dividend shares are everywhere on the ASX. Here's how you could use that to your advantage.

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Technology Shares

If I'd put $5,000 in Block shares 5 months ago, here's what I'd have now

| James Mickleboro

Was it a good idea to invest in this payments stock five months ago?

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Cheap Shares

1 secretly cheap ASX 200 stock I'm buying for the long run

| Tony Yoo

The best performer on the index last year has had a poor start to 2024. Let's examine whether this is…

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Opinions

Here's why I think the Resmed share price should be 18% higher

| Mitchell Lawler

Just because a company's share price has gone up doesn't mean it's no longer good value.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 enjoyed a spirited recovery this Wednesday.

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Index investing

3 top ASX index funds to buy now

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these index funds are well worth a look right now.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX 300 dividend shares to buy in April

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been named as buys by brokers and tipped to offer very attractive yields.

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Growth Shares

Here are the top five ASX 200 shares in Macquarie's model growth portfolio

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares are highly rated by analysts at Macquarie.

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Resources Shares

Down 14% in 2024, why is the BHP share price sliding again today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are bidding down the BHP share price on Wednesday.

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Share Market News

Expert: This is where the S&P 500 is going next

| Sebastian Bowen

Can the American markets climb even higher in 2024?

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Share Gainers

Why Mesoblast, Patriot Battery Metals, Sigma, and Zip shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why 29Metals, Brainchip, Platinum, and Premier Investments shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough time on hump day.

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Dividend Investing

Own Domino's shares? Today is pay day!

| Bernd Struben

Eligible Domino’s shareholders can expect some welcome passive income today.

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Opinions

3 top income-focused ASX shares to buy before April

| Mitchell Lawler

I'd bolster my income by buying these dividend-payers before the next month rolls around.

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Share Market News

Why ASX 200 investors are celebrating today's Aussie inflation print

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors sent the benchmark index sharply higher on Australia’s inflation news.

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Dividend Investing

The 8% yield ASX 200 dividend stock insiders are buying up big

| James Mickleboro

Insiders have been buying this dividend stock and could receive big pay checks in the near future.

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Energy Shares

Own Ampol shares? Get ready for your monster dividend payment

| Sebastian Bowen

Ampol investors are about to enjoy their largest-ever dividend.

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REITs

Why is the Rural Funds share dropping today?

| Tristan Harrison

This may be the reason investors are exiting Rural Funds.

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How to invest

Where to invest $8,000 in April 2024

| James Mickleboro

Here's what sort of returns could be on offer from these ASX shares according to analysts.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

APM share price placed on ice as $1.8 billion deal goes dud

| Mitchell Lawler

It's all question marks and raised eyebrows for shareholders of this ASX company today.

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Technology Shares

Why is the Brainchip share price sinking over 7% today?

| James Mickleboro

What's going on with this tech stock on Wednesday?

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Financial Shares

Why is this ASX 300 stock crashing 23% today?

| James Mickleboro

Shareholders of this stock have been hit with some bad news.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL share price leaping higher amid $1.9 billion funding news

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are bidding up the CSL share price on Wednesday.

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Bank Shares

Are CBA shares really worth $120?

| Tristan Harrison

It has been a good year for ASX bank shareholders.

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Bank Shares

Westpac shares push higher on $9.8b technology simplification plan

| James Mickleboro

Westpac plans to spend big on technology to close the gap on its rivals.

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Blue Chip Shares

Why this could be one of the best blue chip ASX shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Morgans sees this blue chip as a best idea for investors right now.

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Dividend Investing

Almost ready to retire? I'd buy cheap ASX dividend shares for income

| Tristan Harrison

Retirees can boost their cash flow with dividend stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Dividend yields up to 8%! Which of these cheap ASX 300 shares should I buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Owning these stocks could be rewarding for dividends.

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Dividend Investing

Why today is a good day to own Wesfarmers shares

| James Mickleboro

Shareholders of the Bunnings and Kmart owner will be smiling today.

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Small Cap Shares

Why this ASX small cap stock could rocket 60%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter sees huge upside potential from this small cap.

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX 200 share offers 12% upside and a 4% dividend yield

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter just slapped a buy rating on this stock.

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Personal Finance

3 personal finance tips to help anyone grow richer

| Tristan Harrison

Our portfolios can do better with the right financial foundations.

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