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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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Energy Shares

After a strong run in 2023, what can ASX 200 investors expect from the Santos share price in 2024?

| Bernd Struben

There are three big factors to watch in 2024 that could either boost or sink the Santos share price.

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Share Fallers

Why Chalice Mining, Core Lithium, Sayona Mining, and Synlait shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

Four ASX shares that are dragging on the market today.

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Share Gainers

Why Boss Energy, Lynas, Neuren, and Ora Banda shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

Why is the Lynas share price rallying 6% on Friday?

| Bernd Struben

Lynas is the only significant producer of scale of separated rare earths outside of China.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Gold

Why today is a golden day for Newmont shares

| James Mickleboro

Friday is payday for this gold miner's shareholders.

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Resources Shares

Why is the BHP share price ending the week with a bang?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares have gained more than 15% since mid-August.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are A2 Milk shares underperforming today?

| James Mickleboro

This infant formula company is in the news on Friday.

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Materials Shares

Core Lithium shares crash 21% on bombshell announcement

| James Mickleboro

This miner is having a tough time because of weak lithium prices.

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Share Market News

Are Telstra shares a no-brainer for income investors in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Goldman Sachs is saying about the telco giant.

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Bank Shares

Why today is a good day to own ANZ shares

| James Mickleboro

Friday is payday for this banking giant's shareholders.

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Small Cap Shares

2 exciting small-cap ASX shares that could rocket in 2024

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these small caps and see big potential returns.

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Dividend Investing

$4,000 in savings? How I'd aim to turn it into $40 of passive income per week with ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

With the right ASX share portfolio and a little patience, here’s how I’d turn $4,000 in savings into a $40…

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Dividend Investing

Are these ASX dividend shares strong buys in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

What are analysts saying about these income options?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the final trading day before the Christmas break.

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Resources Shares

3 ASX mining stocks you'll be glad you bought when the bull market starts

| Tony Yoo

Iron ore, gold and lithium: Commodities could be in for a bullish year in 2024.

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Opinions

Here's why I'm buying cheap ASX shares right now to hold until at least 2026!

| Tony Yoo

Do you have the patience to buy high quality companies then just sit on it for years?

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Opinions

My prediction for the best-performing ASX sectors in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

2024 could be another extremely interesting year!

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Dividend Investing

Broker names 2 top ASX dividend stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Citi is feeling bullish about these income options this month.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX mining stock just jumped 28% to a record high

| James Mickleboro

This mining stock is catching the eye with a very strong gain on Thursday.

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Share Gainers

Why Calidus, Cromwell Property, Integrated Research, and WA1 shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

Not all shares are falling on Thursday. Here's why these are rising.

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 stocks in 2024? Here's what CBA predicts for the year ahead

| Bernd Struben

CBA’s 2024 outlook foresees a mix of headwinds and tailwinds ahead for ASX 200 stocks.

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ETFs

Is it too late to buy the BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF (NDQ) trading near record highs?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a good time to invest in US stocks?

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Bank Shares

ANZ shares waver amid mixed 2024 outlook for Aussie borrowers

| Bernd Struben

ANZ shareholders were reminded of the ASX 200 bank’s strengths as economic headwinds loom in 2024.

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Share Fallers

Why Emerald Resources, Liontown, Pexa, and Wildcat shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are falling more than most today.

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Share Market News

Insiders have been buying these 5 ASX All Ords shares

| James Mickleboro

Insiders appear to see value in these shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Will A2 Milk shares rebound in 2024 and deliver big returns?

| James Mickleboro

This former market darling has had a tough year. Will next year be better?

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Share Market News

The S&P 500 just logged its worst day in two months. What's going on?

| Bernd Struben

Battered by headwinds on several fronts, the S&P 500 ended its winning streak to close down 1.5%.

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Materials Shares

Why are Liontown shares getting hammered on Thursday?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium developer isn't roaring today. But why?

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 uranium share Boss Energy inks maiden US sales contract

| Bernd Struben

Boss Energy will supply one million pounds of uranium to the US power utility over a seven-year period.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals shares fall despite emissions and cost update

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner is on the pathway to net zero.

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Healthcare Shares

Could NIB shares beat the market in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Will next year be better for this private health insurer's shares?

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Were you just caught with your pants up?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

I believe that share prices will march higher over time. I think it will be a long-term tailwind.

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Share Market News

Own Azure Minerals shares? Here's why its takeover could collapse

| James Mickleboro

Is this another lithium takeover that is doomed to fail?

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Dividend Investing

How I'm building passive income of $100k a year with ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

This is my plan to build a huge amount of investment cash flow.

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Growth Shares

Goldman Sachs says these ASX growth shares are buys with double-digit upside

| James Mickleboro

These growth shares have been given buy ratings by the broker.

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Dividend Investing

These buy-rated ASX dividend shares offer upside and 5%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these dividend shares.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Energy Shares

What's the outlook for ASX coal shares in 2024?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this an opportunity worth digging into?

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Investing Strategies

The 3 best deals on the ASX today

| Tony Yoo

Stuff your Christmas stocking with these beauties for a cheerful 2024.

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