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ASX Hot stocks: Transpacific, BlueScope & Kingsgate

| Mike King

ASX slides 0.8% on weak Chinese manufacturing data

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Could iSelect float be a winner for investors?

| Tim McArthur

A look at its ASX-traded peers gives us a hint as to its future prospects.

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Is it time to buy Cochlear?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Despite a new product release, Cochlear is among today's worst performers on the S&P/ASX 200. Is it time to buy?

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Is REA Group expensive?

| Mike King

REA Group may have just pushed real estate agents a step too far

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Woolworths, JB Hi-Fi, Myer see retail growth

| Tim McArthur

Retail sales rise in April -- who are the biggest winners and losers?

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RBA to cut rates?

| Mike King

Weak economic data could see RBA cut rates as soon as tomorrow

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Which of Australia's biggest retailers should you bet on?

| Andrew Mudie

David Jones, Myer, JB Hi-Fi and Super Retail all have very different strategies. Find out which one deserves your investment…

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Aussie manufacturers must improve

| Mike King

Falling productivity and a lack of innovation killing manufacturing

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Time to buy Suncorp?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Suncorp CEO declares plans to double return on equity by 2015. What does this mean for investors?

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Spotlight on Fortescue

| Tim McArthur

Has iron ore entered true bear market territory?

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Is it time to sell Elders?

| Tim McArthur

It's time for investors to get real about Elders' future.

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Think twice before hiring a financial planner

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Another example that shows why it's essential to shop around and do your own research before entrusting your savings to…

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Will the Aussie dollar fall to 60 US cents?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Economist Ross Garnaut says a drastic fall in the dollar will force the country to make tough choices -- and…

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Should you buy Medical Developments?

| Claude Walker

This small healthcare company may be a breath of fresh air for your portfolio.

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Your instant 5-share portfolio for the falling Aussie dollar

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Five stocks that should add value to your portfolio even as the dollar falls.

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Winning investment strategies for the tech age

| Motley Fool Staff

Tech companies need to be spreading bets across a variety of future platforms.

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Why you never learn from your investment mistakes

| Motley Fool Staff

Successful people ask for the criticism of others and consider its merit.

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What's gone wrong with Telstra shares?

| Bruce Jackson

Telstra shares have fallen 8% from their May high. What's up?

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What should you do if you knew a market correction was coming?

| Motley Fool Staff

It's inevitable that the market will reverse course.

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Bill Gates to Australia's richest: Pay up

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Bill Gates calls on Australia's wealthy to pay more in taxes and give more money away.

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Sell in May and go away holds true

| Tim McArthur

The S&P/ASX 200 Index will close the month of May down nearly 5%. Who were the biggest losers?

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Qantas, Virgin & Cabcharge told to stop ripping off customers

| Tim McArthur

Customers complaints about excessive credit card charges lead to CCAAC investigation.

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The curse of success, and why most mutual funds fail miserably

| Motley Fool Staff

Your money is ultimately your responsibility

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Myer to expand exclusive brands

| Tim McArthur

Myer considering a purchase of high-fashion label Lisa Ho.

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Optus chief calls for better customer service

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Optus has spoken out against the poor customer service delivered by our biggest telecoms, saying they are even worse than…

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Could a lawsuit make Apple stock go even lower?

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How Apple might pay

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Should you sell Elders?

| Tim McArthur

Elders requests a trading halt ahead of its half-year report. What does that mean for investors?

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Can Rio and BHP bolster the economy?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Growth forecasted at just 2.6% for 2013, but miners might be the ones to benefit.

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Foreign investors flee banks

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

As offshore bond yields rally, foreign investors are finding better places to put their money.

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Beat the banks with these high-dividend-paying stocks

| Tim McArthur

Three ASX companies with higher dividend yields than the big four.

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Aristocrat hits the jackpot

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The American sector was a standout performer for the company, as confidence in the US market continues to pick up.

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Magellan threatens established fund managers

| Tim McArthur

Large fund managers face increased competition from foreign hedge funds.

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National Australia Bank goes ex-dividend

| Bruce Jackson

NAB shares fall as they trade ex-divided

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3 reasons to be an ASX bull

| Bruce Jackson

Buying good companies in falling markets is good for your wealth

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Is Greencross man's best friend?

| Tom McDonald

This veterinary hospital operator boasts growing revenue and profits.

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Investors take note: Telstra getting cheaper

| Catherine Baab-Muguira

Telstra shares have fallen nearly 6% in recent days. Is it time to buy?

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Welcome to the new normal

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Analysts predict a continued drop in the AUD versus the US dollar.

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Your instant 5-share defensive portfolio

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The market's recent volatility has put some of Australia’s favourite stocks back in buy territory.

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Coles beats Woolies

| Tim McArthur

Coles claims to best Woolworths on everyday prices.

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The end of brick-and-mortar retail?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Centre for Retail Research has forecast a very grim and short-lasting existence for many companies in the brick-and-mortar retail…

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