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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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Healthcare Shares

3 ASX healthcare shares that could make you a millionaire

| Tony Yoo

The sector that's been sick for 4 years is ready to break out. Here are the best stocks to buy…

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Bank Shares

The Westpac share price heavily underperformed the ASX 200 in 2023

| Tristan Harrison

2023 was not a hugely successful year for the bank.

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ETFs

Own Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) units? It had a very good 2023

| Tristan Harrison

2023 was a strong year for the ASX.

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52-Week Highs

3 ASX mining shares hitting 52-week highs today

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX miners are already on a roll in the new year.

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Dividend Investing

Why these ASX dividend stocks could be in the buy zone

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think investors should be snapping up these income options.

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Gold

Is investing in ASX 200 gold stocks a good way to deal with inflation?

| Bernd Struben

ASX gold producers enjoyed all-time high gold prices in December.

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Best Shares

Despite a cliff-fall in commodity prices, these 3 ASX lithium shares skyrocketed in 2023

| Bronwyn Allen

It was a challenging and tumultuous year for the global lithium sector in 2023.

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ETFs

2 ASX ETFs for income investors to buy for big yields

| James Mickleboro

Here are a couple of options for investors seeking a source of income.

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Bank Shares

Why are the big four ASX 200 bank shares under pressure today?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 banks stocks are all trailing the benchmark today.

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Investing Strategies

Top-performing ASX 200 shares of 2023 without stomach-churning volatility

| Mitchell Lawler

Who said losing sleep from violent price changes was necessary to beat the market?

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Share Gainers

Why Beach Energy, SDI, WA1, and Whitehaven Coal shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye on Thursday. But why?

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Resources Shares

Buying BHP shares? Here's ANZ's outlook for the soaring iron ore price

| Bernd Struben

If iron ore continues to trade near current levels over the coming months, BHP’s interim could surprise to the upside.

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Share Fallers

Why Arcadium Lithium, Brainchip, Megaport, and Northern Star shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough time on Thursday. But why?

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Healthcare Shares

Are CSL shares a top buy in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what analysts are saying about this biotech giant.

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin price sinks from 21-month high as ETF rumours swirl

| James Mickleboro

What's going on with this cryptocurrency this week?

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Share Market News

So close to a new record high, why is the ASX 200 slipping again today?

| Bernd Struben

The retrace in the ASX 200 could offer some opportune long-term entry points.

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Dividend Investing

This 9% ASX dividend stock is my top pick for immediate income

| Tristan Harrison

I love investments that can pay large and growing dividends.

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Materials Shares

What's the outlook for Allkem shares in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Will this year be kind to this lithium miner?

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Materials Shares

Why did Core Lithium shares crash 75% in 2023?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner was the worst performer on the ASX 200 last year.

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Personal Finance

The 3 essential things you need to become wealthy

| Tristan Harrison

It could be essential to follow these steps to become wealthy.

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Dividend Investing

One ASX dividend giant I'd buy over CBA shares for 2024

| Tristan Harrison

This is a great blue chip for income.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 of the best ASX 200 blue-chip shares to buy this month

| James Mickleboro

Here are a couple of blue chips that analysts have recently tipped as strong buys.

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Growth Shares

Analysts say these exciting ASX growth shares are buys in January

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these stocks could be top options for growth investors.

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Dividend Investing

Experts says these are the best ASX dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

These income options are highly rated for a reason.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Another tough session awaits Australian investors today.

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Share Market News

Best ASX 200 shares vs. best suburbs for property investment in 2023

| Bronwyn Allen

Based on capital growth, these were the best performing ASX 200 shares and suburban property markets of 2023.

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Dividend Investing

How to make income every month with $10,000 and these 2 ASX dividend stocks

| Bernd Struben

Only a handful of ASX dividend shares make monthly payouts.

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Resources Shares

The Fortescue share price soared 42% in 2023!

| Tristan Harrison

It was a great year for this stock.

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Dividend Investing

Top ASX passive income shares to buy in January 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

Looking to kick off the new year with an income boost?

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Bank Shares

Why did the NAB share price lose to the ASX 200 in 2023?

| Tristan Harrison

It was a year of underperformance. What went wrong?

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Investing Strategies

Could buying this ASX 200 stock for $4 be like investing in Amazon in 2008?

| Tony Yoo

This Australian company is perfectly placed to make hay from a world trying to reduce carbon emissions.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say these 3 ASX dividend stocks are buys

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be top options for income investors right now.

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Communication Shares

Why did the Telstra share price lag the ASX 200 in 2023?

| Bernd Struben

Most of Telstra’s share price pain came in the second half of the year.

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Opinions

Navigating rising interest rates: Top Australian stocks to watch

| Tristan Harrison

I’d call these stocks opportunities!

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Broker Notes

What are brokers saying about AMP shares?

| James Mickleboro

Is last year's sell-off a buying opportunity for investors.

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Share Market News

Trendbreaker: The most uncorrelated top 20 ASX share of 2023

| Mitchell Lawler

Who said you need small-cap stocks to be different to Australia's benchmark index?

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Resources Shares

Fortescue share price slips from all-time highs amid iron ore derailment

| Bernd Struben

Fortescue’s rail operations into the Port Hedland iron ore export hub have taken a hit.

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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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Share Gainers

Why 5E Advanced Materials, Endeavour, Strike Energy, and Suncorp shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market sell-off on Wednesday.

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Energy Shares

The oil price is down 6% since Christmas. So what's happening with ASX 200 energy shares?

| Bernd Struben

Should we be celebrating the tumbling oil price? That depends on who you ask.

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