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Energy Shares

Buying ASX energy shares? Here's how Santos and Woodside shares stacked up in January

| Bernd Struben

Santos and Woodside shares raced ahead of the ASX 200 in January. But which ASX energy stock performed better?

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Share Market News

These were the 10 most traded Australian shares last week

| Samantha Menzies

These shares were on investors’ radars during the final week of January.

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ETFs

Should you consider currency-hedged ASX ETFs?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Australian dollar touched a three-year high of 71 US cents last month.

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Credit Corp, Graincorp, and Neuren shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are missing out on the good times on Tuesday. But why?

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Industrials Shares

Why this ASX 200 stock is rising after landing major new contracts

| Aaron Teboneras

NRW shares climb after landing major contracts with tier one clients.

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How to invest

How to build a bullet-proof monthly passive income portfolio with just $20,000

| Grace Alvino

With the right structure, even a modest amount of capital can deliver steady monthly cash flow.

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Share Gainers

Why Appen, Imricor, Qoria, and Xero shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Market News

Atlas Arteria maintains distribution guidance while French tax extended

| Laura Stewart

Atlas Arteria updates investors on French tax extension and maintains its 2025 distribution guidance of 40 cents per security.

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Earnings Results

Credit Corp share price crashes 14% following H1 FY26 result

| Samantha Menzies

The debt collector posted its results for the first half of FY26 this morning.

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Healthcare Shares

3 ASX 200 large-cap healthcare shares just re-rated by experts

| Bronwyn Allen

What do market analysts think of these mega healthcare companies?

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Broker Notes

Why Morgans just upgraded ResMed shares

| James Mickleboro

The broker has become bullish on this blue chip following its results

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Broker Notes

3 ASX mining shares to buy: Morgans

| Bronwyn Allen

The top broker has reassessed its ratings and price targets on 2 gold stocks and 1 copper play.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

If I invest $8,000 in Coles shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2026?

| Tristan Harrison

Should income investors put Coles in their stock shopping basket?

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ETFs

3 of the best ASX ETFs to buy in February with $3,000

| James Mickleboro

Looking to invest $3,000? Here are three options to consider this month.

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BNPL shares

Why did the Zip share price crash 19% in January?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors sent Zip shares plunging in January. But why?

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Investing Strategies

3 super ASX 200 shares I would buy and hold until at least 2036

| Grace Alvino

If I were holding shares until 2036, these are the kinds of businesses I’d want on my side.

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Technology Shares

Xero shares charge higher on big AI and US update

| James Mickleboro

This cloud accounting platform provider remains confident in its growth trajectory.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX blue-chip shares offering big dividend yields

| Tristan Harrison

These two investments offer blue-chip exposure and big yields.

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Gold

Up 302% in a year, why is this ASX All Ords gold stock now drilling for water?

| Bernd Struben

This ASX All Ords gold stock has more than quadrupled investors’ money in a year. Here’s what it just reported.

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Retirement

Why this ASX 200 share is a retiree's dream

| Tristan Harrison

This business can provide investors with very strong, reliable dividends.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

ASX tech stock rockets 50% on Aura takeover deal

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is getting investors excited on Tuesday.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 200 healthcare share is crashing 22% on Tuesday on European blow

| James Mickleboro

Bad news out of Europe is weighing heavily on this stock today.

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Dividend Investing

3 of the best ASX dividend shares to buy for income

| Tristan Harrison

I think these are some of the best three dividend stocks around.

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Industrials Shares

Why Droneshield's future earnings matter more than ever

| Mark Verhoeven

DroneShield’s share price is driven less by current earnings and more by future expectations, making EPS growth the key metric…

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: IAG, Mineral Resources, and Westpac shares

| James Mickleboro

Are analysts bullish, bearish, or something in between?

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ESG

3 of the most popular ethical/ESG ASX ETFs in 2026

| Aaron Bell

Do you have ESG exposure in your portfolio?

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Resources Shares

Are ASX lithium shares running out of steam?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are divided whether this rally marks the start of a lasting cycle or just a sharp bounce.

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Materials Shares

The growing case for critical minerals – Expert

| Aaron Bell

New research from Betashares shows the growing demand for critical minerals amidst Australia's strategic repositioning.

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Share Market News

Xero highlights AI progress and Melio momentum in US market update

| Laura Stewart

Xero reports strong AI-driven subscriber growth and deeper US payments focus following Melio integration.

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Share Market News

ASX small-caps could be where the next wave of returns comes from

| Leigh Gant

Looking beyond the ASX 200? Small-caps could offer more room for growth and more chances to outperform.

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Technology Shares

Why this incredible ASX tech stock could be 'set to conquer'

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about this exciting stock.

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-caps with big upside to target in February

| Aaron Bell

Watch out for these small-caps this month.

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Cheap Shares

2 ASX shares that are absurdly cheap right now

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses look particularly good value to me.

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Healthcare Shares

Are CSL shares as a buy, hold, or sell ahead of its results?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is saying about this biotech giant ahead of its results.

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Communication Shares

Is this battered ASX media stock turning the page after bold move?

| Marc Van Dinther

Investors are enthusiastic, but the media company has a long way to go.

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Industrials Shares

Bell Potter tips 13% upside for this ASX 200 industrials stock

| Aaron Bell

Despite short term headwinds, there could be upside for this ASX 200 stock.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Top broker weighs in after Graincorp shares plummet 14%

| Aaron Bell

Are these shares a buy, hold or sell after Monday's poor result?

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Energy Shares

Liontown shares: After a year of outperformance, is it still a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

ASX lithium shares have soared in the past year. Can it continue charging higher?

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Dividend Investing

These excellent ASX dividend shares offer 4% to 6.7% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are buys for income investors.

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ETFs

This ASX ETF might be the only one you'll ever need

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF is a perfect fit for the bottom drawer...

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