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New ASX Buy Alert

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Scott Phillips' reveals top ASX pick for new money

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3 stocks soaring into the stratosphere – can they run further?

| Sean O'Neill

Here’s why Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL), Speedcast International Ltd (ASX:SDA), and Servcorp Limited (ASX:SRV) hit their highest point all year this…

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Iron ore: The chart that shows who's making money

| Mike King

One chart that shows two major issues for Australia's junior miners

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ASX set to surge off Wall Street relief rally

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Right now, I've got my eye on companies like Carsales.Com Ltd (ASX:CAR) and ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD)

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Morning market movers: 9 stocks to watch

| Brendon Lau

Our market is poised to extend its two-day gain as investors keenly watch earnings news from the likes of Ramsay…

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BC Iron Limited's earnings crash on iron ore weakness

| Mitch Sonogan

BC Iron Limited (ASX:BCI) wasn't able to counteract the 50% collapse in the iron ore price over the past 12…

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Is Greencross Limited a buying opportunity after its 13% fall?

| Sean O'Neill

Shares in Greencross Limited (ASX:GXL) took a dive after management announced the CEO was stepping down, effectively immediately.

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Is Australian Vintage Limited a better buy than Treasury Wine Estates Ltd?

| Tim McArthur

Australian Vintage Limited (ASX:AVG) might not be as sexy as Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) but right now it might…

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Should you buy K&S Corporation Ltd?

| Tim McArthur

K&S Corporation Ltd (ASX:KSC) is in a hot sector so it could be one for the watch list.

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This Is How You Turn $5,000 Into $10,000 (Plus Franking Credits)

| Bruce Jackson

I'm cashed up and ready to snap up an ASX bargain

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3 overlooked property plays with juicy dividends

| Mike King

Can these three medium companies involved in the property sector continue to fly under the radar?

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Why the Treasury Group Limited share price soared 8.4% today

| Tim McArthur

Treasury Group Limited (ASX:TRG) has benefited from its recent acquisition.

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Drillsearch Energy Limited shares surge on big growth targets

| Regan Pearson

Drillsearch Energy Limited (ASX:DLS) is still targeting growth despite the falling oil price.

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Don't let Worleyparsons Limited's rising share price fool you

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Worleyparsons Limited (ASX:WOR) share price soared 5% after the company released its full-year results.

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Which small cap delivers double-digit profit growth and a 13% yield?

| Brendon Lau

Shares in ThinkSmart Limited (ASX:TSM) surged to a 16-month high after it said it will deliver another year of double-digit…

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Austal Limited sinks on record result: should you hop on board?

| Brendon Lau

Shares in Austal Limited (ASX:ASB) slipped into the red despite the shipbuilder posting the best revenue and earnings numbers in…

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Westpac Banking Corp's Capital Notes III hybrid issue: Should you subscribe?

| Sean O'Neill

Beware, although they may seem like a safe way to gain a lucrative income stream, Westpac Banking Corp’s (ASX:WBC) Capital…

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Why the Nextdc Ltd share price crashed 10% today

| Sean O'Neill

Despite performing at the upper end of guidance, Nextdc Ltd (ASX:NXT) investors look to be disappointed with the result.

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Should you buy Steadfast Group Ltd for income and growth?

| Tim McArthur

Insurance broker Steadfast Group Ltd (ASX:SDF) has reported a strong set of full year numbers.

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An investor's guide to Cedar Woods Properties Limited

| Regan Pearson

Where to now for Cedar Woods Properties Limited (ASX:CWP)?

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Is it time to buy shares of Commonwealth Bank of Australia?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) is currently yielding 8%!

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Servorp Limited shares soar to record high on bright outlook

| Matt Brazier

Serviced office provider Servcorp Limited (ASX:SRV) steadily builds its business.

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South32 Ltd's share price slammed: Is it worth another look?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) shares have fallen more than 40% since May.

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Charter Hall Group lifts dividend and earnings: Should you buy?

| Mitch Sonogan

Charter Hall Group (ASX:CHC) reported a 45% lift in net profit, but a weaker increase of 8% in operational earnings…

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Blackmores' share price hits $100

| Mike King

Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) share price up 68% in 4 months

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Is Westfield Corp Ltd your best bet for foreign currency exposure?

| Sean O'Neill

In its first half-year report since the restructure, Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD) has performed quite well.

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Why the AP Eagers Ltd share price is up 7% today

| Brendon Lau

The automotive dealership group surged 7% after it unveiled record profits and dividend.

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Corporate Travel Management Ltd shares trade flat on soaring earnings

| Tom Richardson

Can Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX:CTD) grow to rival Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT)?

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Why BHP Billiton's dividend yield is unsustainable in one chart

| Mike King

BHP Billiton Limited(ASX:BHP) dividend yield could be deceiving

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The investor's guide to the 2015 Market Crash

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has been on a wild ride and investors aren't sure what to think

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Bargain hunters go shopping on S&P/ASX 200

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

For the second day running, the S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX: XJO) has staged a major comeback, led by BHP…

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APA Group ups dividend on BIG profit rise: Is it a buy?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares in gas infrastructure business APA Group (ASX:APA) have come off the boil despite a positive full-year result.

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Why Pact Group Holdings Ltd shares tumbled despite a big profit jump

| Brendon Lau

Pact Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:PGH) unveiled a 43% surge in adjusted net profit but that has failed to excite investors…

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Is St Barbara Ltd the best gold stock to buy today?

| Tim McArthur

The St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) share price has rallied 370% in the past year.

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Should you buy Vision Eye Institute Ltd shares today?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Vision Eye Institute Ltd (ASX:VEI) reported its results for the year ended 30 June 2015.

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Is RCG Corporation Limited the best retail stock on the ASX?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

RCG Corporation Limited (ASX:RCG) delivered a robust full-year result with brighter pastures ahead.

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Blackmores Limited shares surge as it reports healthy 83% profit growth

| Tim McArthur

Blackmores Limited's (ASX:BKL) share price has surged 220% in the past year.

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McMillan Shakespeare Limited reports 22% profit growth and brighter 2016

| Sean O'Neill

Should you buy McMillan Shakespeare Limited (ASX:MMS) after its full-year result?

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Is BHP Billiton Limited's 10.6% dividend yield worth your attention?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) is said to be offering "the dividend yield of a lifetime".

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Morning market movers: 12 stocks to watch

| Brendon Lau

Our market may not be able to build on yesterday's stellar rally as BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Westfield Corp…

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