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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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Share Gainers

Why A2 Milk, Graincorp, Nexgen, and Spartan Resources shares are rising

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are ending the week on a positive note.

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Opinions

2 moves I'll make if the stock market plummets tomorrow

| Sebastian Bowen

If the markets crash any time soon, I've got a plan.

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Bank Shares

Why these 3 ASX 200 bank shares leapt into our headlines this week

| Bernd Struben

There was a lot going on in the Aussie banking sector this week.

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Materials Shares

Time to buy this ASX lithium share as it dips below $9?

| Tristan Harrison

Could this stock recharge our returns?

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Gold

These ASX 200 gold shares are making hay amid the rising gold price

| Bernd Struben

While the ASX 200 is down over the past month, leading ASX gold producers are charging higher.

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Materials Shares

Can Pilbara Minerals shares reach $4 by Christmas?

| James Mickleboro

Will Pilbara Minerals shareholders be smiling on Christmas Day?

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Industrials Shares

Guess which ASX 200 share is soaring after brokers ponder 20% upside

| James Mickleboro

Brokers see a lot of value in this ASX 200 share following its results.

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Dividend Investing

Here's why investors should be happy that the Soul Patts share price is dropping today

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own Soul Patts, you'll be happy to see today's drops.

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Energy Shares

The oil price just sank to 4-month lows. Now what?

| Bernd Struben

The oil price is down more than 16% in less than one month.

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Materials Shares

What in the world of the ASX is Fortescue Capital?

| James Mickleboro

What is Fortescue's newly launched business?

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Share Market News

Guess which ASX 300 share is crashing 12% today

| James Mickleboro

A disappointing trading update is weighing on this share.

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Energy Shares

Woodside and ASX 200 energy shares tumble on oil price crash

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a tough session for ASX 200 energy shares.

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Retail Shares

What is the 2024 outlook for Wesfarmers shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Can the company deliver another strong result?

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Dividend Investing

5 ASX All Ords shares with ex dividend dates next week

| James Mickleboro

It won't be long until these companies pay their next dividends.

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Bank Shares

Can CBA shares reach $110 by Christmas?

| Tristan Harrison

How are things going for the bank towards the end of 2023?

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Growth Shares

Analysts say these top 3 ASX growth shares can rise at least 25%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are feeling bullish about these growth shares.

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Healthcare Shares

Can CSL shares reach $300 by Christmas?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can CSL see its old highs again by the end of the year?

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Dividend Investing

Why these could be ASX 200 dividend shares to buy in November

| James Mickleboro

Analysts say these dividend shares could be top buys this month.

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Dividend Investing

With a 7% dividend yield, is it time to buy JB Hi-Fi stock?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this retailer a bargain?

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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 ASX 200 on Friday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Coles shares: buy, sell or hold?

| Tony Yoo

Can this supermarket giant perform better than its big rival Woolworths? Let's break it down.

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Energy Shares

Can the Woodside share price leap 14% by Christmas?

| Bernd Struben

Woodside shareholders could see the ASX 200 energy share lift off in time for Christmas.

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Growth Shares

Could buying Audinate shares at $14 be like investing in Tesla in 2010?

| Tony Yoo

A trailblazer in its field, this Sydney ASX company has only just started its potentially lucrative journey.

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Share Market News

More landlords are selling their investment properties. Will they switch to ASX shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

We take a look at the reasons why landlords are selling their investments today.

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Investing Strategies

'A relief rally': 2 ASX shares to buy for a great Christmas

| Tony Yoo

Cooling inflation could mean interest rates stop rising, and that will put downward pressure on bond yields.

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Opinions

3 top ASX shares with high dividend growth to buy in 2023 and hold forever

| Tristan Harrison

Shareholders are getting huge pay rises from these stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say these ASX dividend stocks are top buys for an income portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Here's what sort of yields you can expect from these buy-rated dividend shares.

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources shares dip as company aims to 'maximise potential' of its lithium portfolio

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 mining giant wants to grow its three lithium operations while also buying up junior lithium explorers.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing finish to this Thursday for ASX investors.

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ETFs

2 ASX ETFs to buy for an income boost

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs could be quality options for income investors.

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Gold

4 top precious metals stocks to buy on the ASX today

| James Mickleboro

These stocks could be golden additions to your portfolio according to brokers.

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Opinions

Why I'd invest $10,000 in these 3 ASX stocks before the next market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares might actually go up if there's a market crash...

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Technology Shares

Goldman Sachs has just put buy ratings on these ASX tech shares

| James Mickleboro

These could be the tech shares to buy according to the broker.

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Share Fallers

Why AMP, ANZ, Atlantic Lithium, and Sonic shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are not having a great time on Thursday.

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Capital Raising

Why did this ASX 200 insurance stock just go into a trading halt?

| Bronwyn Allen

This company just announced a capital raise, an acquisition, a trading update, and upgraded guidance for FY24.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares struggling today amid soaring US oil stockpiles

| Bernd Struben

The United States now counts as the world’s top oil producing nation.

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Share Gainers

Why Aristocrat, Galan Lithium, Graincorp, and Vulcan Energy shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are defying the market weakness on Thursday.

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Opinions

How I'm getting ready for a stock market rally

| Sebastian Bowen

Successful investing means always planning ahead...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A2 Milk CEO: 'I understand shareholders are disappointed with the share price'

| Bronwyn Allen

The infant milk formula company held its annual general meeting today.

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Healthcare Shares

ASX 200 healthcare stock tumbles amid $200 million US acquisition

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 healthcare company is acquiring a US medical technology business.

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