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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

Leading broker says these ASX 200 dividend shares are top buys

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about these income options.

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Share Market News

Down 36%! Should you buy this beaten down ASX 200 stock?

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs has given its verdict on this travel company after yesterday's decline.

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Bank Shares

Are Westpac shares still a buy for dividends in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on Westpac's dividend potential today.

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Index investing

Here is the current dividend yield of the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF's dividends can vary wildly from year to year.

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Healthcare Shares

Here's why a leading fund manager is excited by this ASX healthcare share

| Tristan Harrison

WAM thinks this stock is capable of producing good returns.

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Resources Shares

Are Fortescue shares now ripe for value investors to buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this ASX mining blue-chip a great buy right now?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Another positive session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts name 3 ASX dividend shares to buy in October

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what sort of dividend yields these stocks could offer investors.

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Dividend Investing

Invest $15,000 in this ASX 200 dividend stock for $92 in monthly passive income

| Bernd Struben

This ASX 200 dividend stock has lifted its annual passive income payouts for more than 10 years running.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares had a strong start to the week today.

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Resources Shares

Will ASX copper shares really 'shape our future'?

| Zach Bristow

Copper continues to be in the energy debate.

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Materials Shares

Why ASX lithium stocks could run on China's BIG move

| Bernd Struben

After a strong month, can China help ASX lithium shares deliver longer-term outsized gains?

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Travel Shares

Why are Qantas shares beating the ASX 200 this month?

| Zach Bristow

Investors have been actively buying the stock.

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Resources Shares

3 reasons to buy Mineral Resources shares today

| Bernd Struben

Mineral Resources shares have gained 36% in the past three weeks.

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Technology Shares

Is the market too optimistic on DroneShield shares?

| Bernd Struben

Is it time to take profit on DroneShield shares?

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Share Gainers

Why Appen, Chalice Mining, GenusPlus, and Xref shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a positive start to the week. But why?

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International Stock News

1 Warren Buffett stock to buy hand over fist and 1 to avoid

| Reuben Gregg Brewer

Buffett has been selling Chevron, but you might want to buy it. And you might want to hold off on…

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Share Fallers

Why Archer Materials, Lifestyle Communities, TPG, and Web Travel Group shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. But why?

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Resources Shares

The pros and cons of buying BHP shares in October

| Tristan Harrison

Should Aussies be interested in BHP this October?

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Resources Shares

What in the world is happening with China and ASX 200 mining stocks?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 mining stocks have been on a wild ride as investors try to outguess China’s government.

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Technology Shares

Guess which co-founder sold $61 million worth of this ASX tech share last week

| Sebastian Bowen

This CEO has sold more than $100 million in shares over just the past month...

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these stocks.

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Broker Notes

Citi: Growth 'possible' for Bank of Queensland shares

| Zach Bristow

Opinions are still mixed, however.

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Materials Shares

This ASX 300 mining stock is jumping on 'national significance' news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is getting investors excited on Monday.

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Share Fallers

Why did the Web Travel share price just crash 32%?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is up 0.3% at this same time.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which $9 billion company is acquiring another ASX stock

| James Mickleboro

This big fish is looking to acquire a small fish in a $45 million deal.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

TPG Telecom shares rise on $5.2b asset sale to Vocus

| James Mickleboro

The telco is unlocking value by divesting assets. Here's what's happening.

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Technology Shares

Why are Appen shares sinking today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is going on with this high-flying tech stock today.

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Energy Shares

Own Woodside shares? Here is your Q3 preview

| James Mickleboro

What is the market expecting from this energy giant on Wednesday?

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Technology Shares

Buy rating: Bell Potter just upgraded this ASX tech stock

| James Mickleboro

The broker has become even more positive on this growing company. Let's find out why.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy for 2025 and beyond

| James Mickleboro

These funds give investors access to quality companies from a range of industries and locations.

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Opinions

I'm close to making this ASX 200 stock my next investment

| Tristan Harrison

I think this company has a lot of potential.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Retail Shares

3 reasons why I think Wesfarmers shares are a buy after surging 21% in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

I believe Wesfarmers is one of the best stocks around for a few key reasons.

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Share Market News

These buy-rated ASX dividend stocks offer 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Brokers believe that big dividend yields are coming for buyers of these shares.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Telstra and these ASX dividend shares now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think income investors should be buying these stocks right now.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A positive start to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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International Stock News

Where will Nvidia stock be in 2025?

| Harsh Chauhan

The stock seems set up for another blockbuster year after stunning gains in 2023 and 2024.

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ETFs

4 excellent ASX ETFs to buy for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be top options for investors right now.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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