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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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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

A decent finish to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Best Shares

Here's why I think Wesfarmers shares are a great buy for any ASX investor

| Sebastian Bowen

I argue that Wesfarmers offers investors both growth and income potential.

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Defensive Shares

Safe ASX shares to buy now and hold during market volatility

| Tristan Harrison

Not every stock is likely to experience as much volatility as the broader market.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 dividend stocks that could be strong buys

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is saying good things about these buy-rated income stocks.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors finally enjoyed a win this Thursday...

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Industrials Shares

Up 39% in a year, is there more growth to come for this ASX 200 share?

| Bronwyn Allen

IML Equity Analyst Josh Freiman shares his views on a major ASX 200 industrial stock.

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Technology Shares

Why are investors fighting to buy this speculative ASX stock today?

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited today? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

What the latest US inflation print means for ASX 200 investors

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is likely to benefit if the US Fed cuts interest rates again in December. But will it?

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Opinions

5 ways for investors buying ASX shares to stay focused during economic uncertainty

| Bronwyn Allen

AMP Chief Economist, Dr Shane Oliver, offers advice on how to handle the Trump factor.

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Share Fallers

Why Graincorp, Light & Wonder, Orica, and Wildcat shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Catapult, Flight Centre, Nufarm, and Xero shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. But why? Let's find out.

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Opinions

1 ASX growth stock down 30% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This international business is growing core earnings at a strong rate.

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Index investing

If you invested $5,000 in the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) 5 years ago, here's how much you'd have today

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular index fund's returns might surprise you.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Woodside share price outperforming today?

| Bernd Struben

Woodside shares are marching higher today. Let’s find out why.

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Record Highs

How long can the CBA share price keep this up?

| Mitchell Lawler

Australia's biggest bank is running hot. Does it make any sense?

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Broker Notes

4 ASX All Ords shares offering 10% to 30% annual growth: brokers

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX All Ords stocks have caught the eye of brokers this week.

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Materials Shares

Are Pilbara Minerals shares a buy, sell, or hold for 2025?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if analysts think this lithium giant should be in your portfolio now.

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Technology Shares

Top broker says ASX 300 tech stock has 18% upside after sell-off

| Bernd Struben

ASX 300 investors overreacted in punishing the high flying tech stock yesterday, this top broker says.

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Opinions

1 ASX stock I'm buying now that the US election is over

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX stock is appealing to me for a few different factors.

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Healthcare Shares

3 ASX healthcare shares going gangbusters on Thursday

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these ASX healthcare stocks soaring today. But why?

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Earnings Results

2 ASX All Ords shares surging over 10% on strong results

| James Mickleboro

Investors are buying these shares in response to strong results this morning.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX microcap stock just rocketed 67% on takeover news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX microcap stock flying amid a takeover bid.

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Earnings Results

Xero share price rockets to record high on explosive half-year growth

| James Mickleboro

The tech star delivered another impressive half year results this morning.

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Travel Shares

Why today is a big day for Flight Centre shares

| Bernd Struben

Why is everyone talking about Flight Centre shares today?

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International Stock News

Why this high-flying investor is selling Tesla shares and buying this US tech stock instead

| Adam Spatacco

Ark Invest funds have been selling the electric vehicle maker's stock over the last few weeks and reinvesting the proceeds…

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Resources Shares

Here's a fund manager's bull case for Mineral Resources shares

| Tristan Harrison

It’s a rough time for this stock. Let’s dig into whether it’s an opportunity.

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Opinions

This ASX stock 10x my money. Here's why I haven't sold a single share

| Mitchell Lawler

It looks stupidly expensive... so why have I held on this entire time?

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International Stock News

Is Nvidia stock heading to $175?

| Jeremy Bowman

The bulls are lining up ahead of Nvidia's earnings report next week.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Energy Shares

Down 55% in 6 months, why I think Paladin Energy shares are now a bargain buy

| Bernd Struben

I think ASX 200 investors have overreacted in selling down this ASX 200 uranium stock.

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Broker Notes

Here are 2 ASX shares that Morgans rates as buys

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is feeling bullish on these stocks.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to buy instead of the big four banks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these dividend shares could be top picks instead of the banks.

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Superannuation

What are the average superannuation returns in Australia over the last 10 years?

| Zach Bristow

Important data for all savers to know.

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Technology Shares

These ASX 200 tech stocks just crashed! Is this a no-brainer buying opportunity?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks these tech stocks could be great options following declines this week.

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ETFs

3 excellent ASX ETFs to buy for 2025

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs are highly rated by analysts. Here's what you need to know about them.

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Travel Shares

Why this fund manager still thinks Qantas shares are a cheap buy

| Tristan Harrison

One expert still has a lot of belief in Qantas shares.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A better day is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Gold

Down 21% in a month, should you buy Newmont shares before they trade ex-dividend?

| Sebastian Bowen

This gold stock has been battered by the markets.

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Opinions

My 3 favourite Australian stocks to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these ASX shares for the long-term.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 made it three-for-three losses in a row this Wednesday.

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