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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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Growth Shares

If you love ASX growth shares, you'll want to check this new ETF out

| Sebastian Bowen

Meet the ASX's newest ETF.

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Share Market News

ASX share price marching higher on revamped CHESS replacement

| Bernd Struben

The blockchain is out as the ASX announces the next phase of its CHESS replacement project.

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Bank Shares

Can Westpac shares reach $23 by Christmas?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this ASX blue chip going to rebound?

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX lithium stock is crashing 22% despite announcing a deal with Rio Tinto

| James Mickleboro

This Rio Tinto deal hasn't gone down well with some investors.

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Technology Shares

Will 2024 be another massive year for ASX tech shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX tech shares have had a strong year. But can they double up?

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Small Cap Shares

Guess why these small cap ASX shares are jumping 10%+ today

| James Mickleboro

These small caps are making their shareholders smile on Monday.

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Share Market News

2 ASX All Ords shares tumbling following leadership shakeups

| Bernd Struben

Investors have reacted to the leadership shakeups announced by the two ASX All Ords shares by hitting the sell button.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares smashing the benchmark on resurgent oil price

| Bernd Struben

Australia’s oil and gas stocks are enjoying a big turnaround in the oil price.

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Technology Shares

Why have Pro Medicus shares hit a record high on Monday?

| James Mickleboro

This popular tech stock is scaling new heights on Monday.

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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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Opinions

I've just ploughed most of my saved cash into ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why I put my money to work in the last few weeks.

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Real Estate Shares

I invested $2,000 in this beaten-up ASX share which had dropped 60%!

| Tristan Harrison

I’m aiming to build my wealth with this stock.

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Technology Shares

Why are Weebit Nano shares jumping on Monday?

| James Mickleboro

This tech share is having a positive start to the week. But why?

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares I want to buy if the stock market crashes again

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks would be great buys in another bear market.

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Bank Shares

Can ANZ shares reach $28 by Christmas?

| Tristan Harrison

Can there be a Santa rally to the end of the year?

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares that could pay huge yields in FY25

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could unleash huge payouts next financial year.

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Dividend Investing

How big will the dividends from Bendigo Bank shares be in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

Owning Bendigo Bank shares can be very rewarding.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX 200 dividend shares right now: analysts

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting some attractive yields from these dividend shares.

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Opinions

I think these ASX growth shares are so cheap, they're steals

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why I love the look of these two stocks.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 looks set to start the week on a positive note.

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Financial Shares

Up 43% this month, experts are riding this ASX fintech stock for the long run

| Tony Yoo

It's still down 50% over the past 19 months, so could still prove to be a bargain buy in the…

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

Here are the most important events to keep an eye on this week for the sake of your stock portfolio.

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Broker Notes

These are the best ASX 200 blue-chip shares to buy now: analysts

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are saying very good things about these blue chips. But why?

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave the thumbs up to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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How to invest

How long does it take to double your money with ASX shares?

| James Mickleboro

Doubling your money with ASX shares just takes time and patience.

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Personal Finance

The best passive income streams to help fund your future

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking for passive income? Here are my picks for the best places to look.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividends shares next week for 20% upside and 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Big yields and bigger gains could be coming according to Morgans.

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Dividend Investing

$3,000 in savings? I'd buy these 3 ASX 200 shares to target $30 a week in passive income!

| Bernd Struben

I prefer ASX 200 shares paying fully franked dividends for their potential tax advantages.

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Materials Shares

If I invest $10,000 in BHP shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

Should you buy BHP shares for a passive income boost next year?

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ETFs

Buy and hold these excellent ASX ETFs for a decade

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs could be great long term options. But why?

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Growth Shares

ASX growth shares: A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get rich?

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares could be great long term picks for growth investors.

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Investing Strategies

Passive income: How much would I need to invest in ASX shares to earn $1,000 every month?

| Tony Yoo

It's not outrageous to think that in a few years' time you could sit back and watch a grand land…

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Bank Shares

CBA keeps $37.30 for every $100 earned. Where's the other $62.70 go?

| Tristan Harrison

Where does a majority of CBA’s revenue go?

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Gold

$20,000 invested in these ASX 200 shares 10 years ago is worth how much?

| James Mickleboro

Spoiler alert: You would be smiling like a Cheshire cat today.

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Dividend Investing

Are Medibank shares a top buy for dividend income?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a healthy option for investment income?

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Growth Shares

5 shares that could be destined for the ASX 200

| Motley Fool Staff

Could these stocks be the ASX blue chips of the future?

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Stop paying the 'lazy tax'

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Your bank is not a charity!

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Share Market News

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up this week

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 gained 1.16% amid one key piece of economic news that drove strong gains in the top two…

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How to invest

The ASX 200 Index keeps falling: What should investors do now?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 has faced headwinds from high inflation, rising interest rates and geopolitical conflicts.

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Dividend Investing

Are these ASX dividend stocks buys?

| James Mickleboro

What sort of yields are analysts expecting from these shares?

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