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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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Energy Shares

'Big role for gas': A bright reason to buy Santos shares?

| Mitchell Lawler

The gradual downfall of gas may not be as clear-cut as some suggest.

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Gold

Guess which ASX 200 gold share Goldman Sachs just upgraded to a buy rating

| James Mickleboro

Now could be the time to buy this up and coming gold share.

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How to invest

The difference investing just $100 a month in ASX shares could make to your net wealth

| Sebastian Bowen

Making money with quality ASX shares is easy, if you have the patience.

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Financial Shares

IAG share price lower as FY24 guidance confirmed at AGM

| Bronwyn Allen

Insurance company IAG held its annual general meeting today.

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Energy Shares

Why is this ASX 300 stock charging 6% higher on Wednesday?

| James Mickleboro

This uranium developer's operation is close to commencing production at the perfect time.

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Materials Shares

Why has the Sayona mining share price just rocketed 13%?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a great day to own Sayona shares today...

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Materials Shares

Why is the Argosy Minerals share price jumping 15% today?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share is catching the eye on Wednesday. But why?

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Materials Shares

Liontown share price higher as Rinehart ups stake again

| Bronwyn Allen

The buying spree continues...

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Bank Shares

Bank of Queensland shares sink on earnings weakness and dividend cut

| James Mickleboro

This regional bank's FY 2023 results have disappointed the market today.

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Communication Shares

Telstra share price falls despite $270m cloud acquisition

| James Mickleboro

What is Telstra acquiring and why? Let's take a look!

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Healthcare Shares

CSL share price drops following AGM update. What did management say?

| James Mickleboro

CSL has released its annual general meeting update and spoke positively about its outlook.

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Dividend Investing

Want the next Harvey Norman dividend? Here's what you need to do

| Sebastian Bowen

If you want the next Harvey Norman dividend, you''d better get a wriggle on.

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Materials Shares

Why ASX lithium shares could be set to make a 'strong rebound'

| Tristan Harrison

The lithium price and related stocks could charge higher according to this broker.

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Travel Shares

Qantas shares on watch after chair Richard Goyder finally steps down

| Tony Yoo

Public fury forces three other board members to also exit in a massive leadership renewal.

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Earnings Results

Bank of Queensland share price on watch amid 70% earnings dive

| James Mickleboro

Bank of Queensland had a tough time in FY 2023. What happened?

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Materials Shares

Lithium and uranium: 2 ASX mining stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why analysts say these mining stocks are in the buy zone now and could have bright futures.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

'RE-RATE': The ASX stock waiting to explode on an inevitable catalyst

| Tony Yoo

Wilson Asset Management's Anna Milne reckons these shares are just sitting on a goldmine.

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Share Market News

Should you add these popular ASX ETFs to your portfolio now?

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs offer investors easy access to companies from very different sides of the market.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares I buy whenever they go on sale (like now)

| Tony Yoo

If you're buying a new car, you look for the best deal possible. So why wouldn't you do the same…

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name 2 ASX 200 dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Another solid day is expected for the ASX 200 on Wednesday.

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Share Gainers

Up 57% this year: It's not too late to buy these 2 booming ASX shares

| Tony Yoo

Is there anything sweeter than backing a winner? Here's a pair that the celeste Funds team are bullish on.

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Investing Strategies

Is this 1987 all over again?

| Tony Yoo

The world is facing so many of the same conditions now in 2023 as it did back in October 1987…

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Dividend Investing

2 buy-rated ASX dividend stocks with big yields

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are saying good things about these dividend shares right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

We had some big winners on the ASX 200 this Tuesday.

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Growth Shares

Why Goldman Sachs loves these explosive ASX growth stocks

| James Mickleboro

There's a reason why this leading broker is feeling very bullish about these stocks.

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Broker Notes

The Resmed share price collapse is a buying opportunity according to this broker

| Tristan Harrison

This stock could be a healthy opportunity.

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Opinions

Why I think this is the best ASX All Ords share money can buy right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my first pick of all 500 shares in the All Ords index...

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Materials Shares

Why is the Chalice Mining share price storming 12% higher today?

| James Mickleboro

It has been a good day at last for this beaten down mining share.

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Materials Shares

Copper and lithium: 2 small cap ASX mining shares with big potential

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has just put buy ratings on these small cap ASX mining shares. Why is it bullish?

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Retail Shares

'Glimmers of hope': Why the latest Westpac consumer sentiment could spell good news for ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

There could be a silver lining for the stock market.

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Bank Shares

'Our top pick in the sector': Bell Potter names the best ASX bank share to buy

| James Mickleboro

Which big four bank should be gracing your investment portfolio?

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Blue Chip Shares

Morgans names 3 of the best ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy in October

| James Mickleboro

Morgans is saying good things about these blue chips in October.

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Share Gainers

Why Atlantic Lithium, Core Lithium, Life360, and Origin shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a very strong session on Tuesday.

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, Meridian Energy, Neuren, and Tyro shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Economy

Worried about inflation? Here's what NAB says will happen next

| Sebastian Bowen

NAB has just called out where it sees inflation heading to next...

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Technology Shares

The Weebit Nano share price just rocketed 7%. Here's why.

| Sebastian Bowen

Weebit Nano shares are on fire today. Here's why...

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Materials Shares

Why is the Core Lithium share price jumping 12% today?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner is catching the eye on Tuesday. Why are its shares rocketing?

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Retirement

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) a good option to buy for retirement?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s look at whether an ETF can work for retirees.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX healthcare share is rocketing 18% today

| James Mickleboro

Something is getting investors excited about this healthcare share today. What is it?

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