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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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Broker Notes

This 13% yielding ASX dividend stock is at a 52-week low! Time to consider buying?

| Bronwyn Allen

We present a range of views from the experts.

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Growth Shares

Is the A2 Milk share price a buy in September?

| Tristan Harrison

Is there still time to buy this rocketing company?

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How to invest

Gold and the S&P 500 just hit new records. Where should I invest $5,000 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors shouldn't be put off by high stock prices.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie thinks James Hardie shares could surge 24%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a big rebound ahead for James Hardie shares.

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Opinions

Should you buy Wisetech and these other falling ASX 200 blue-chip shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX 200 shares fell by 10% or more post-results last month... and they've kept declining ever since.

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Retail Shares

Wesfarmers shares: Buy, hold, or sell?

| Bernd Struben

Two leading experts deliver their verdicts on Wesfarmers shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

4 reasons to buy Woolworths shares today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert believes Woolworths shares have been unduly sold off.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is the CSL share price falling today?

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 healthcare darling is in the red on Tuesday. Here's why.

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Share Market News

These are the five stocks I'd build a long-term portfolio around

| Cameron England

Low risk and decent returns are the investor's holy grail.

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Share Market News

9 ASX shares including Nuix and PolyNovo dumped from ASX 200

| Bronwyn Allen

S&P Dow Jones Indices has revealed which stocks will drop out in the next rebalance.

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Communication Shares

News Corp finalises Murdoch Family Trust settlement: What it means for investors

| Laura Stewart

News Corp shares have risen 23% in the past 12 months.

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Healthcare Shares

Telix share price lifts off on big US FDA news

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are piling into Telix shares today following a new FDA agreement.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie reveals 3 ASX 200 consumer discretionary stocks to buy after earnings season

| Laura Stewart

Here's 3 potentially market-beating opportunities to consider.

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Bank Shares

ANZ shares slump as bank moves to slash 3,500 jobs

| Bernd Struben

ANZ announced major restructuring plans today.

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Broker Notes

Good rains mean this ASX 200 agricultural stock is tipped to deliver double-digit returns

| Cameron England

A big east coast harvest is good news for this grain handler.

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Gold

Why gold's record-breaking rally could keep climbing higher

| Leigh Gant

Gold’s shine intensifies, with demand creating fuel for further gains.

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Broker Notes

Broker says this penny stock could rise 50%!

| Aaron Bell

Lets see what’s behind this attractive price target.

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Broker Notes

Down 50% this year, are Domino's Pizza shares a buy the dip opportunity?

| Laura Stewart

Is the stock set to rebound?

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Dividend Investing

2 of the best ASX dividend shares for income investors to buy

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be top picks for income investors according to Bell Potter.

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Blue Chip Shares

Why Bell Potter is bullish on these ASX 200 stocks in September

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be worth a closer look according to the broker.

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ETFs

Why I think this ASX ETF is one of the best long-term buys to hold for life

| Aaron Bell

This thematic fund is built for long term success. 

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ETFs

Where to invest $5,000 in ASX ETFs in September

| James Mickleboro

Looking for an easy to invest your money? Here are four funds to consider.

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Share Market News

Property isn't the only game in town. Here's where else Aussies are building wealth

| Leigh Gant

Property’s power is real, but it’s not the whole story. See where else wealth is being created today.

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Cheap Shares

This $5 billion ASX 300 share just hit a 52-week low, is it a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this business a very healthy opportunity?

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Blue Chip Shares

3 ASX 200 blue chip to buy instead of CBA shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on Australia's largest bank but they like these blue chips.

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Resources Shares

Up 70% in six months, is the Mineral Resources share price share price a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

This miner has performed strongly. Let’s dig into whether it’s still appealing.

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Growth Shares

Buy these 2 impressive ASX shares in September: experts

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have lots of growth potential.

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Materials Shares

Here's how much $10,000 invested a year ago in Fortescue and BHP shares is worth today

| Aaron Bell

Australia’s two largest materials companies are in the green over the last 12 months. 

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Growth Shares

How to identify the best ASX shares to buy and hold for 10 years (and 3 picks)

| James Mickleboro

Want to find top stocks to build wealth? Here's what you need to know.

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Broker Notes

Up 120% this year, are Lynas Rare Earths shares still a buy according to Macquarie?

| Bart Bogacz

Can the rally continue?

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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 local market today.

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Retirement

3 ASX shares I would hold in an SMSF for long-term growth

| James Mickleboro

Let’s see why these shares could be top options for a super fund.

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Dividend Investing

Aiming for rock-solid retirement income? I'd buy these two ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

I’m a big fan of these two ASX shares for income.

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Speculative

Guess which speculative ASX stock could rocket 80%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about this high risk, high reward pick.

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Financial Shares

5.1% yield! Should I jump on this ASX 200 financial stock for my portfolio?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is a fully-franked 5.1% yield too good to be true right now?

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Broker Notes

Why Morgans is bullish on these top ASX 200 shares

| James Mickleboro

The broker has recently picked out these three shares as ones to look at.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits! I'd buy these two ASX 200 shares instead

| Tristan Harrison

I think these businesses offer much more potential than term deposits.

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Dividend Investing

These excellent ASX dividend stocks could rise 15% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect big things from these income options.

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Dividend Investing

I think these 2 high-yield ASX dividend shares are buys in September

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks offer compelling passive income.

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Broker Notes

Top broker gives its verdict on Coles shares after 25% rise

| James Mickleboro

Is Ord Minnett recommending the supermarket giant as a buy? Let's find out.

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