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International Stock News

Prediction: Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway stock will outperform the S&P 500 in 2025

| Bram Berkowitz

The legendary investor has a proven track record.

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Blue Chip Shares

Buy Woolworths, ResMed, and this ASX 200 share in January

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think the supermarket giant and these shares are in the buy zone this month.

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International Stock News

Should investors unfriend Meta Platforms stock in 2025?

| Will Healy

Investors may want to consider whether they want to foster a friendship with Meta. Or is now is the time…

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Materials Shares

Why did the BHP share price crash 21% in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant had a disappointing year. Will things be better in 2025?

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Real Estate Shares

What's going on with Lendlease shares today?

| James Mickleboro

An announcement is failing to excite investors. Let's see what is happening.

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Share Gainers

Why Brainchip, Fortescue, Mesoblast, and QBE shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the year in a positive fashion. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Catapult, DroneShield, Lendlease, and Weebit Nano shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the year in the red. What's happening?

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REITs

1 ASX dividend stock down 32% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I’m a big fan of this business.

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Bank Shares

2 ASX shares investors should consider keeping on a tight leash

| Zach Bristow

Brokers think several challenges could clamp investment results for these stocks in 2025.

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ETFs

3 exciting ASX ETFs for growth investors in January

| James Mickleboro

Growth investors might want to check out these top ETFs this month.

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Dividend Investing

Revealed! 4 of the best ASX 200 dividend shares of 2024

| James Mickleboro

These shares made income investors smile in 2024. Let's see what they returned.

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Broker Notes

6 ASX All Ords shares lifted to 'strong buy' consensus ratings for the new year

| Bronwyn Allen

Brokers upgraded these ASX stocks last month.

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Share Fallers

These were the 5 worst performing ASX 200 shares in 2024

| James Mickleboro

Why did investors sell off these shares last year? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

How ASX shares vs. property performed in December

| Bronwyn Allen

The median Australian home value fell for the first time in almost two years last month.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX tech stock is sinking 6% despite some very big news

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out what is happening with this tech stock today.

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International Stock News

Top 10 US shares that Aussie investors bought most in 2024

| Bronwyn Allen

US shares had a magnificent year...

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Dividend Investing

Overinvested in Rio Tinto shares? Here are 2 alternative ASX dividend shares

| Tristan Harrison

There are multiple areas of the stock market to look for dividends.

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ETFs

I'd buy these 2 ASX ETFs for income and diversification in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

Dividend-seeking investors may really like these funds.

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Best Shares

Did you own the 5 best ASX All Ordinaries shares of 2024?

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX All Ords Index slightly outperformed the benchmark ASX 200 in 2024.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX 200 dividend stocks for 5.5%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated shares could be top options for income investors.

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Blue Chip Shares

Analysts say these ASX 200 blue chip shares are top buys in January

| James Mickleboro

These blue chips have been named as buys by analysts.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Harvey Norman and these ASX dividend shares in January

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these income options in January.

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Retail Shares

Is the Wesfarmers share price a buy? Here's my view

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to put the retail stock into the buy basket?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect when the market returns in 2025.

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ETFs

5 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy in 2025

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs give investors access to quality companies from a range of industries and locations.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Looking for New Year's resolutions you can keep?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Celebrate progress, not perfection.

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Bank Shares

Why did the CBA share price rocket 37% in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

This banking giant's shares smashed the market in 2024. But why?

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Best Shares

Best and worst performing ASX sectors of 2024

| Bronwyn Allen

The top sector of the ASX 200 delivered almost a 50% gain in 12 months.

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Share Market News

10 most popular ASX shares of 2024 for buyers

| Bronwyn Allen

A young defence company in the industrials sector was the most bought ASX share of the year.

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Share Gainers

These were the 5 best performing ASX 200 shares in 2024

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares delivered massive returns last year.

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy in January 2025

| Motley Fool Staff

Popping the cork on some new ASX shares in January?

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Share Market News

ASX shares in 2024: A year in review

| James Mickleboro

As we move into 2025, now would be a good time to reflect on the year that was for ASX…

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Share Gainers

These were the best ASX 200 shares to own in December

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares outperformed the market in December.

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Healthcare Shares

Are CSL and this ASX 200 healthcare stock buys in January?

| James Mickleboro

Is now a good time to pick up these shares? Let's see what analysts are saying.

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Growth Shares

Looking for ASX growth stocks? I rate these 2 as buys

| Tristan Harrison

I’m expecting big things from these investments.

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Communication Shares

2 ASX shares expected to report strong earnings this quarter

| Zach Bristow

Analysts expect a strong set of upcoming numbers for these ASX heavyweights

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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, Invictus Energy, Mesoblast, Weebit Nano shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are on course to end the year on a positive note. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why AVITA Medical, Life360, Newmont, and St Barbara shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the year in the red. Let's see what is going on.

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ETFs

I think these 2 ASX ETFs are great buys for 2025 and the long-term

| Tristan Harrison

I’m excited about the growth potential of these investments.

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Dividend Investing

Here are 2 ASX dividend shares with projected yields above 7%

| Tristan Harrison

Unlock big potential investment cash flow from these stocks.

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