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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

Should I buy Woodside shares for the 12% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is a near-12% yield too good to be true?

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Technology Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX tech shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

There's a lot to like about these tech shares according to the broker.

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Share Market News

What now for Origin shares after takeover termination?

| Tristan Harrison

What’s going to happen next?

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Resources Shares

BHP share price in the green on Thursday and tipped for more gains ahead

| Bernd Struben

BHP, Fortescue, and Rio Tinto shares are all gaining on Thursday amid another uptick in global iron ore prices.

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Energy Shares

Why is this ASX hydrogen stock up 28% today and over 100% in a month?

| James Mickleboro

This small-cap stock has been catching the eye in recent weeks.

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How to invest

'The gift that keeps on giving': CommSec's tips on buying ASX shares for your kids this Christmas

| Sebastian Bowen

If you want to buy ASX shares for your kids this Christmas, don't hold back.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Boss Energy share price sinking 5% today?

| James Mickleboro

This uranium share is raising funds. But why?

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REITs

3 top ASX REITs to buy in December 2023

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are saying good things about these REITS.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Perpetual share price leaps 11% on $3.5 billion Soul Patts takeover rejection

| Bernd Struben

Perpetual’s board believes the Soul Patts takeover offer materially undervalues its businesses.

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Bank Shares

What is the outlook for ASX bank shares in 2024?

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors bank on a good year over the next 12 months?

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Opinions

3 of the best Australian shares I plan to hold forever

| Tristan Harrison

I’ve already owned these stocks for years.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX blue-chip shares that analysts love

| James Mickleboro

These blue-chip shares tick a lot of boxes for analysts.

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Growth Shares

My $3,000 ASX investment strategy for ultimate growth

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I invest in growth shares, whilst avoiding the duds.

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Retail Shares

My prediction for ASX retail shares in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

Is 2024 going to be a rough year for retailers?

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Resources Shares

Buy or sell? Brokers argue best play for ASX 200 iron ore share, up 30% in 2 months

| Bronwyn Allen

There are conflicting opinions among the experts.

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Dividend Investing

Experts say these ASX dividend stocks are buys

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are saying good things about these stocks for income investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Dividend Investing

$4,000 of savings? Here's how I'd aim to turn that into passive income of $300 a month with ASX 200 dividend shares

| Bernd Struben

$300 a month in extra passive income could be a real game changer in retirement.

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Share Gainers

Up 118%: Is this 'high quality' stock the best-kept secret on the ASX 200?

| Tony Yoo

Why are these pharmaceutical shares turning heads at the moment? The Elvest team explains.

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Dividend Investing

These 3 ASX dividend shares could be a retiree's best friend

| Tony Yoo

It's brilliant to retire in Australia because of all the awesome world-beating income stocks to buy.

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Opinions

Is the Tesla share price ridiculously expensive?

| Mitchell Lawler

Is the household EV name flying too close to the sun?

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Investing Strategies

The 3 best deals on the ASX today

| Tony Yoo

The Reserve Bank did its bit to wish Aussies a merry Christmas. So which stocks are the most suited to…

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Investing Strategies

'Ahead of expectations': Why this ASX stock could make you smile in a few years

| Tony Yoo

Sometimes the stock price doesn't reflect the business performance. This is when long-term investors can pounce.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 exploded higher today, with one share up more than 17%.

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Share Market News

9 ASX 200 shares that stand to benefit from a rising Aussie dollar

| Bernd Struben

A number of ASX 200 shares have historically tended to outperform in times of a strengthening Australian dollar.

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Dividend Investing

2 great ASX dividend stocks with 7%+ yields

| Tristan Harrison

Owning these shares could be very rewarding.

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Technology Shares

Analysts say these ASX tech shares are buys in December

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these three shares have been named as buys.

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Record Highs

These 2 leading ASX 200 stocks are smashing all-time record highs today

| Bernd Struben

Records are tumbling on the ASX 200 today as two leading stocks charge higher into uncharted territory.

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Healthcare Shares

Dates that could move the NIB share price in 2024

| Bronwyn Allen

NIB shares investors, get out your 2024 diaries...

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Healthcare Shares

ASX 300 healthcare stock Sigma halted amid rumours of blockbuster Chemist Warehouse deal

| James Mickleboro

Is Chemist Warehouse finally joining the ASX?

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Economy

ASX investors: Is the RBA done hiking interest rates?

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's GDP numbers bode well for inflation...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Endeavour share price lifts amid plan for 10% shareholder returns per year from FY26

| Bronwyn Allen

Endeavour conducted an investor presentation day on Wednesday.

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Share Gainers

Why Chalice Mining, Core Lithium, Perpetual, and Polynovo shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a very strong session on Wednesday. But why?

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Gold

ASX 200 gold stock Chalice Mining just rocketed 14%. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Atop gold, the ASX 200 miner also explores for and produces platinum group elements (PGE), nickel and copper.

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Share Fallers

Why Evolution, Galan Lithium, Life360, and Resolute shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are missing out on the good times today.

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Financial Shares

Turnaround? Here's why the Magellan share price is bouncing today

| Sebastian Bowen

Is the Magellan ship finally turning around?

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Financial Shares

IAG share price higher amid news of legal counsel's departure

| Bronwyn Allen

There is some unexpected news from the ASX 200 insurance giant today.

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Share Market News

Meet the ASX All Ords shares that management is buying up

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares have all seen significant insider buying over the past week.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Are you ready for the silly season?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

It’s that time of year again.

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