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Dividend Investing

Analysts say Westpac and these ASX 200 dividend shares are buys

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares have been given the thumbs up by analysts.

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Materials Shares

What on earth went on with the Lake Resources share price today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Lake Resources shares delighted investors this Monday...

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Travel Shares

Why are analysts so bullish about these ASX 200 growth shares?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what analysts are saying about these top growth stocks right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of today's top ten shares?

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Small Cap Shares

Buy these small-cap ASX stocks before it's too late: Bell Potter

| James Mickleboro

These small caps could generate big returns for investors according to analysts.

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Retirement

Worried about retirement? I'd buy and hold these 7 quality stocks

| Sebastian Bowen

I think anyone can build a comfortable retirement with these stocks...

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Bank Shares

More cuts: Why CBA shares are in focus today

| Mitchell Lawler

Australia's largest bank is reducing its workforce as it automates more systems.

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Share Market News

Why are young investors so obsessed with passive income right now?

| Tristan Harrison

There are a number of reasons to like dividends.

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Materials Shares

Why has the Mineral Resources share price just slumped to a 52-week low?

| James Mickleboro

It has been a tough period for shareholders mining company.

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Gold

Why is the De Grey share price jumping 10% today?

| James Mickleboro

This gold developer's shares are glittering on Monday. But why?

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Shakespeare's advice for investors

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Many people are wondering whether or not to invest right now...

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Share Fallers

Why Azure Minerals, Magellan, Weebit Nano, and Winsome shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a tough start to the week on Monday.

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Share Gainers

Why De Grey, Lake Resources, Santos, and Woodside shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a strong start to the week. But why?

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Opinions

I think these two cheap ASX shares are too good to ignore

| Tristan Harrison

I’m loving the look of these two stocks.

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ETFs

3 reasons why I'd rate the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) as a buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This could be one of the best ETFs to buy today.

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Share Gainers

Why has the BrainChip share price surged 16% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Brainchip shares are surging today, but it's not clear why...

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ETFs

Why I love investing in ASX ETFs

| Tristan Harrison

Diversification is a very powerful tool.

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Broker Notes

Goldman Sachs says this ASX 100 share can rise ~40%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Goldman Sachs are tipping some big returns from this language testing and student placement company's shares.

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Energy Shares

Oil price uncertainty jolts ASX energy shares amid conflict

| Mitchell Lawler

An attack on Israel over the weekend has ignited the price of oil as investors ponder the impacts on supply.

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Opinions

I'm backing these 2 undervalued ASX growth shares to outperform

| Tristan Harrison

It seems like a great time to invest in compelling companies.

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Gold

Here's why ASX gold shares are rocketing 5% today

| Sebastian Bowen

Gold miners are dominating the ASX's best stocks so far today...

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-cap shares I believe can achieve big things

| Tristan Harrison

It’s a great time to be looking at small businesses.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Woodside share price charging higher today?

| James Mickleboro

Woodside shares are catching the eye on Monday. What's going on with this energy giant?

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Opinions

Why I'd be willing to bet on this ASX 200 share

| Tristan Harrison

This business is growing in a number of compelling ways.

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Materials Shares

Liontown share price higher as Rinehart increases stake and Albemarle deadline nears

| James Mickleboro

It could be a very interesting week for Liontown and its shareholders.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX shares with a strong track record of dividend growth

| Tristan Harrison

COVID did not stop these two stocks giving investors a pay rise.

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Technology Shares

4 excellent ASX 200 tech shares that analysts love

| James Mickleboro

Do you want some tech exposure? Then check out these buy-rated options in the sector.

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ETFs

I think the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) is a good buy for every portfolio

| Tristan Harrison

This Vanguard ETF has something for everyone.

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Opinions

Why I just invested my tax refund in this ASX 300 share

| Tristan Harrison

I believe this stock will be a solid long-term choice.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Fortescue share price rising on Monday?

| James Mickleboro

Fortescue has made a big step forward with its green ambitions on Monday.

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Dividend Investing

Both of these ASX dividend shares are predicted to pay yields of over 10%!

| Tristan Harrison

The dividends from these two stocks could be huge.

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Resources Shares

How big could the BHP dividend be in 2024?

| Tristan Harrison

Will FY24 be another bountiful year for investors?

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Why are short sellers betting big on these ASX shares dropping in value?

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Investing Strategies

'Powerful trend': The ASX stock cashing in from customers who don't care about interest rates

| Tony Yoo

Here's a company that has clients whose spending power has not diminished from rising mortgage repayments.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend stocks to buy this week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are tipping these stocks as buys for income investors this month.

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Growth Shares

The ASX growth stock that could 'become exceptional' in the coming years

| Tony Yoo

The Elvest team is riding this consumer discretionary stock through the current anxiety in anticipation of great growth over the…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to have a strong session on Monday.

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Growth Shares

Are these the best ASX 200 growth shares to buy now?

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are saying good things about these growth stocks this month.

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Materials Shares

These ASX lithium shares could rise 40%+: analysts

| James Mickleboro

Are these ASX lithium shares dirt cheap after recent weakness?

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