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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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Resources Shares

Why did the Fortescue share price outperform in September?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into what happened to the miner.

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How to invest

3 simple steps to retire with a million-dollar ASX share portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Compounding could be one of the keys to helping you retire rich.

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Dividend Investing

These ASX dividend shares have been named as buys

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares could be top options for income investors.

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Resources Shares

'Attractive buying opportunity' for 2 ASX lithium shares: Wilsons

| Tony Yoo

Freefalling prices for the battery ingredient has mining stocks reeling, but Wilsons' Rob Crookston reckons it's time to buy cheap.

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Technology Shares

Up 140% in 17 months: The little-known ASX tech stock that keeps going gangbusters

| Tony Yoo

One expert is 'long and bullish' on these shares, which have rocketed 86% over the last 12 months.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

It is looking like it will be another tough session for the ASX 200 on Wednesday.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how I'd use the Warren Buffett method to target lifetime passive income from ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

We can learn a thing or two from Warren Buffett about passive income.

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Economy

Is this the end of interest rate rises?

| Tony Yoo

For the love of God, make the pain stop. So say Australian mortgage holders, businesses and investors.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts expect big juicy yields from these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's how big the dividend yields could be for these shares in the near term.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a bloodbath on the ASX boards today...

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Materials Shares

Own Lake Resources shares? Here's what to watch in October

| James Mickleboro

Will things be better for this beaten down lithium share in October?

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Travel Shares

Will the drama continue for Qantas in October?

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 airline stock recently attracted its first downgraded broker rating.

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ETFs

Own the Vanguard Diversified High Growth ETF (VDHG)? Here's some ASX news you'll want to see

| Sebastian Bowen

VDHG investors can now plan ahead for their next dividend distribution.

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Materials Shares

What's coming up for Sayona Mining shares in October?

| James Mickleboro

It's fair to say that September was not at all kind to Sayona Mining Ltd (ASX: SYA) shares. During the…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 remains deep in the red after RBA keeps interest rates on hold

| James Mickleboro

The RBA has kept its powder dry but is another hike coming soon?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

September has been another disappointing month for A2 Milk shares. What now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will October be a better month for A2 Milk than September?

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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 shares.

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Share Gainers

Why CSL, Cyclopharm, Dicker Data, and Fletcher Building shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week on a positive note.

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Materials Shares

Looking to buy Liontown shares? Here's what to watch in October

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX lithium share is having a spectacular run in 2023.

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Defensive Shares

Booming bond yields: I'd still buy these 3 defensive ASX stocks instead

| Mitchell Lawler

Bonds might be offering a 'risk-free' return of 4.6%, but they lack a unique advantage of investing in defensive companies.

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Share Fallers

Why Avita Medical, Delta Lithium, Santos, and Western Africa Resources are dropping

| James Mickleboro

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is out of form and sinking deep into the red. In afternoon trade, the benchmark…

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Energy Shares

The Woodside share price is being whacked this week. Should you buy?

| James Mickleboro

Is now the time to pounce on this energy giant's shares?

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How to invest

ASX 200 shares sink to 6-month low. Time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

It might be time to start buying up more ASX shares while they're on sale...

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Opinions

Are Telstra shares worth buying in October?

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to call in some cash to invest in this stock?

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX 200 energy shares taking such a beating today?

| Bronwyn Allen

A fall in many energy commodity prices overnight has hit energy shares today.

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52-Week Lows

Top broker says buy CSL shares right now for 36% upside

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 healthcare blue chip fell to a new 52-week low of $244.37 in early trading on Tuesday.

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Bank Shares

The Westpac share price fell in September, but there was a silver lining

| Tristan Harrison

It wasn’t all bad for this major bank.

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Share Market News

3 high-quality ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy this month

| James Mickleboro

These blue chip shares have been given a big thumbs up from analysts.

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Materials Shares

How did the Core Lithium share price beat the market in September?

| James Mickleboro

Core Lithium somehow managed to beat the market last month. What drove this outperformance?

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Healthcare Shares

Why did the Avita Medical share price just crash 25%?

| James Mickleboro

This healthcare share has been hit hard this morning. But why?

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords insider just bought up $5 million worth of company shares

| Bronwyn Allen

A newly-appointed director at this technology company has added to his already substantial interests.

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Materials Shares

Why was September a bad month for the Pilbara Minerals share price?

| Tristan Harrison

Returns were powered down for the lithium stock.

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Materials Shares

Leo Lithium shares suspension continues. Here's the latest

| James Mickleboro

ASX operator says no to Leo Lithium's returning today.

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Technology Shares

Why is the Brainchip share price tumbling again today?

| James Mickleboro

Is meaningful revenue around the corner for Brainchip? The market appears doubtful.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is rising after inking a $1.1 billion sale

| James Mickleboro

This share registry company is making a major divestment.

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Retail Shares

What happened to the Wesfarmers share price in September?

| Tristan Harrison

It was a mixed month for the company.

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Dividend Investing

Should you buy these ASX 200 dividend shares for income?

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdict on these income options. Are they buys this month? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to sink deep into the red on Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

How much do I need to invest in an ASX ETF for an extra month off work each year?

| Mitchell Lawler

A little extra time to enjoy life without taking a pay cut could be more achievable than you think.

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Resources Shares

What happened to the BHP share price in September?

| Tristan Harrison

It was an eventful month for the miner last month.

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