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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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Dividend Investing

3 blue chip ASX 200 dividend stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these blue chips would be top picks for income investors.

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Financial Shares

Challenger shares fall on big APRA news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is weighing on this stock on Friday.

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Dividend Investing

Why I think these 2 ASX dividend stocks are ideal for income investors

| Tristan Harrison

These two businesses offer a lot of potential for income.

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Growth Shares

The ultimate buy and hold ASX 200 shares for long-term investors

| James Mickleboro

These buy-rated shares could be great options for investors with a long time horizon.

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Broker Notes

2 buys and 2 sells in the ASX 200 financials sector: analysts

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal what the experts think of these ASX 200 financial shares.

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Communication Shares

Is the Telstra share price a buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Telstra shares have steadily risen over the last few months. Are they still good value?

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Technology Shares

Can Codan shares hit $20 this year?

| Aaron Bell

How high can this tech share fly?

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Opinions

What are Soul Patts shares worth?

| Tristan Harrison

This company has delivered strong gains. But what is its intrinsic value?

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Materials Shares

$10k invested in Pilbara Minerals shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if this lithium miner delivered the goods for investors.

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Dividend Investing

Forget CBA and buy these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be better picks than the banking giant.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good session for Aussie investors today.

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Travel Shares

UBS reveals the biggest question facing Qantas shares over the next 12 months

| Bernd Struben

UBS takes a look at the projected flight trajectory of Qantas shares post this week’s Jetstar Asia closure.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy with $5,000 in June

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what sort of stocks these funds are invested in.

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AI Stocks

The top ASX stocks riding the AI megatrend

| James Mickleboro

Want to invest in AI? Then check out these stocks that analysts rate as buys.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 33% to 37%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Morgans think these shares could deliver big returns.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a volatile, but negative day for ASX investors this Thursday.

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Retirement

Pension changes to assets and income tests revealed

| Bronwyn Allen

Indexation changes to the age pension assets and income tests will come into effect on 1 July.

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ETFs

Following the US-China trade deal, is VTS ETF a more compelling investment?

| Laura Stewart

Is the US stock market back in favour?

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to buy for a passive income portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for income investors.

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Technology Shares

Can Xero shares surpass $200 in 2025?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about this market darling.

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Healthcare Shares

Monash IVF shares jump 9% as CEO quits after second embryo incident

| James Mickleboro

Two incidents at its clinics have cost this CEO his job.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX 200 stock turned $5,000 into $34,264 in just three years!

| Bernd Struben

Investors have been piling into this ASX 200 stock for years, sending the share price soaring.

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Share Gainers

Why Beach Energy, Meeka Metals, Monash IVF, and Qantas shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on Thursday. But why?

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Financial Shares

Macquarie tips around 40% upside for GQG Partners shares

| Tristan Harrison

This stock could deliver big returns.

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Broker Notes

Experts reveal 2 buys and 1 sell in the ASX 200 materials sector

| Bronwyn Allen

And they're not all mining companies, either.

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Share Fallers

Why Betmakers, Cettire, Johns Lyng, and Vulcan shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this ASX All Ords copper stock to soar 48% in a year

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts another big year of gains ahead for this ASX All Ords copper stock. But why?

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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie expect for Steadfast Group shares?

| James Mickleboro

The broker has given its verdict on this blue chip.

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Technology Shares

Why this ASX sports tech share looks like a winner

| Steve Holland

Catapult Group has been delivering outstanding returns for investors. Will the winning streak continue?

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie predicts Pilbara Minerals shares could surge 71%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a big rebound ahead for Pilbara Minerals shares. Let’s find out why.

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Bank Shares

Is the ANZ share price a buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be attracted to the major bank?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Macquarie expects 20% upside for this ASX All Ords consumer staples stock

| Laura Stewart

This week, Macquarie initiated coverage on Bega Cheese with an outperform rating.

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Travel Shares

What does Macquarie think Qantas shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if the broker believes the Flying Kangaroo's shares can keep rising.

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Travel Shares

3 reasons to sell Qantas shares today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert foresees headwinds building for Qantas shares.

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Resources Shares

ASX All Ords mining stock sinks on US silver acquisitions

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down the ASX All Ords miner on US acquisition news. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are Cettire shares crashing 27% today?

| James Mickleboro

Things aren't looking good for this online luxury products retailer.

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International Stock News

Prediction: This artificial intelligence (AI) stock could be the next Nvidia — and it's not what you think

| Harsh Chauhan

Let's take a closer look at that name and see why it could turn out to be a solid addition…

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Energy Shares

Woodside, Santos, and this ASX energy stock are storming higher on oil price jump

| James Mickleboro

Oil prices jumped overnight amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran.

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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear shares sink 9% on guidance downgrade

| James Mickleboro

Investors haven't responded positively to this update. Let's dig deeper into it.

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Healthcare Shares

Telix shares push higher on investor day update

| James Mickleboro

This radiopharmaceuticals company has grand plans for the future.

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