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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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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts see better returns on offer with these dividend shares compared to term deposits.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the ASX 200 today.

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Cheap Shares

3 struggling ASX shares to buy at a discount

| Tony Yoo

These stocks are down temporarily because of temporary issues. This could be a golden opportunity to buy cheap.

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Energy Shares

Uranium is set to boom, and this is the 'premium' ASX stock to buy

| Tony Yoo

Shaw and Partners' Jed Richards reckons these are the shares to buy for the nuclear energy theme.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say these ASX 200 dividend stocks are buys

| James Mickleboro

These stocks have been named as buys by brokers. Here's what they are expecting from them.

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Investing Strategies

The ASX 200 stock that could get second time lucky

| Tony Yoo

These shares have failed to impress in 2024, but many experts believe it's a bargain buy.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Could Star Entertainment shares be next in line to catch a takeover bid?

| Sebastian Bowen

Star shares have been battered, but could a buyout be coming?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX enjoyed a strong open to the trading week today.

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Retirement

3 high-quality ASX retirement shares to buy this week

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top options for a retirement portfolio.

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Defensive Shares

4 defensive ASX shares to own in a greedy market: Macquarie

| Sebastian Bowen

These experts reckon the ASX's record highs won't last...

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Energy Shares

How these ASX 200 energy shares could unexpectedly burn brighter

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 energy shares are facing rising global demand for their products.

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Share Gainers

Why Fortescue, Gold Hydrogen, MMA Offshore, and Sims shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week strongly. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why ALS, EOS, NRW, and Patriot Battery Metals are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week in the red.

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Retirement

How much would I need invested in the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS) for a comfortable retirement?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a good option for retirement income?

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Share Market News

Up 32% in a year, here's why Goldman says the S&P 500 could soar another 15% in 2024

| Bernd Struben

Like the ASX 200, the S&P 500 has notched a series of new record highs in 2024.

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Opinions

If I were Warren Buffett, I'd buy these ASX shares in a heartbeat

| Tristan Harrison

I’m very optimistic about these three stocks.

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Resources Shares

These ASX 200 mining stocks could rise 40% to 50%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these miners are dirt cheap at current levels.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue share price leaps 5% as electric machinery makes a milestone

| Bernd Struben

Fortescue is charging ahead with its electric mining ambitions.

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Bank Shares

Own CBA shares? Here's the tech stock the banking giant just invested in

| James Mickleboro

CBA has made an interesting investment. Here's what you need to know.

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Technology Shares

Why are these ASX tech shares getting smashed today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Owners of these two stocks are missing out today.

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Dividend Investing

These are my top high-yield ASX dividend share buys right now

| Tristan Harrison

I like these stocks which have big yields with the potential for a lot more growth.

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Opinions

This ASX stock has jumped 32% this year, I think it can keep soaring

| Tristan Harrison

I rate this stock as a very good long-term buy.

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Bank Shares

ANZ shares charge higher on $57.5 million class action settlement news

| James Mickleboro

ANZ shares have continued their positive run on Monday.

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Opinions

This ASX 200 dividend stock looks like a top buy to me

| Tristan Harrison

I think investors can build good wealth with this ASX share.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX 300 stock is rocketing 10% on a $985 million cash bid!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX 300 stock on the back of a $985 million cash takeover bid.

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Share Market News

2 of the best ASX 50 shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

These giants are in the buy zone according to analysts at Morgans.

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Opinions

Where should I invest in ASX shares when the stock market is at an all-time high?

| Tristan Harrison

We can still find opportunities at high stock market valuations.

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Technology Shares

Guess which high-flying ASX All Ords stock is crashing 19% today

| James Mickleboro

This stock is having its wings clipped on Monday. But why?

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals shares fall despite downstream deal with Ganfeng Lithium

| James Mickleboro

This lithium giant may be making a big move downstream with a Chinese giant.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Coles and this ASX 300 dividend share

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are saying good things about these dividend stocks.

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ETFs

The pros and cons of buying the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) right now

| Tristan Harrison

It’s important to ask the question of whether it’s a good time to buy.

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Bank Shares

Better buy: CBA or Westpac stock?

| Tristan Harrison

Which ASX bank share is a better buy?

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why short sellers are betting on these ASX shares dropping deep into the red.

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ETFs

How much would I have now if I'd invested $10,000 in the BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF (NDQ) a year ago?

| James Mickleboro

Was it a good idea to buy this ETF a year ago?

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Share Market News

What is the current lithium price?

| James Mickleboro

How much is the white metal commanding at the moment?

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Growth Shares

4 ASX growth shares I think will benefit from interest rate cuts in 2024

| Tony Yoo

Not only will home loan holders rejoice, investors of these stocks could also be yelling with joy when the Reserve…

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Dividend Investing

Analysts say these excellent ASX income shares are buys

| James Mickleboro

Here's what analysts are saying about these stocks.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A positive start to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

Here are the most critical events that all portfolio owners should be keeping an eye on in the coming days.

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