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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

Over $17 billion in dividends is being paid to ASX shareholders today

| James Mickleboro

A number of ASX giants are making it rain with dividends today.

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Bonds

Are bonds a 'safer' investment than buying ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's discuss the pros and cons of buying bonds.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Think the good times have gone? Think again…

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

It could be they're just warming up.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors had to endure yet another day of selling this Wednesday.

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Bank Shares

Bendigo Bank share price lifts amid BetaShares superannuation deal

| Bronwyn Allen

This is the first foray into superannuation for the Australian asset management group.

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Share Gainers

Why Deep Yellow, Meteoric Resources, Novonix, and ResMed shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited about these shares today?

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How to invest

Forget gold. Warren Buffett got rich by investing in shares!

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why Warren Buffett hates gold as an investment.

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ETFs

Own the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)? Here's what you'll be paid in October

| Tristan Harrison

Investors can look forward to another solid payment.

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Dividend Investing

The biggest Woolworths dividend in 9 years is being paid today. Here's what you need to know

| Bronwyn Allen

We also reveal Goldman Sachs' full-year Woolworths dividend forecasts for FY24, FY25, and FY26.

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Share Market News

Why Brainchip, Evolution, Fonterra, and Star shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

It has been a bad day for shareholders of these ASX shares.

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Dividend Investing

Which are the best ASX 200 energy stocks to buy now for dividends

| Bernd Struben

Despite a retrace in coal, oil and gas prices from 2022's highs, ASX 200 energy stocks continue to pay market-beating…

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending this week.

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Share Market News

Why surging bond yields are dragging the ASX 200 lower

| Mitchell Lawler

Bonds are singing their siren song as interest rates look to be higher for longer.

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Dividend Investing

The mega Mineral Resources dividend is being paid today. Here's the lowdown

| Sebastian Bowen

Own Mineral Resources shares? Here's the tea on your big payday.

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52-Week Lows

The Sayona Mining share price just keeps on falling. Is it a buy yet?

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX lithium share has reset its 52-week low yet again on Wednesday.

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Technology Shares

'Uniquely attractive on the ASX': 3 reasons to buy Xero shares right now

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 tech share gets the tick of approval from this leading investment manager.

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Bank Shares

Strong buy: Why Goldman Sachs has ANZ shares on its conviction list

| James Mickleboro

Why would ANZ be the best bank share to buy now?

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ETFs

Why Vanguard ETFs are in the spotlight on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own a Vanguard ETF? You'll want to see this if you do.

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Materials Shares

Up 430% in 2023, Meteoric Resources shares surge again on 'exceptional results'

| James Mickleboro

It is a case of meteoric by name, meteoric by nature for this rare earths share.

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Share Market News

Why Endeavour shares are making headlines on Wednesday

| Bronwyn Allen

Former Woolworths executive Bill Wavish wants a seat on the board to drive a "much-needed turnaround".

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Economy

ASX 200 wobbles amid mixed CPI data

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are hedging their bets on the heels of the latest CPI data.

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX uranium stock just rocketed 73%

| James Mickleboro

This uranium stock is rocketing on Wednesday. But what is getting investors excited?

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Dividend Investing

Own Coles shares? Here's why you may feel wealthier today

| Tristan Harrison

Today should be a prosperous one for the supermarket giant's shareholders.

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Resources Shares

Why is the BHP share price trouncing the ASX 200 today?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are managing to hold onto early gains despite some stiff broader market headwinds.

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Bank Shares

Bank of Queensland share price falls on broker downgrade to sell

| James Mickleboro

Why is Goldman Sachs bearish on this bank share.

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Travel Shares

Qantas share price glides lower as Joyce summoned

| Mitchell Lawler

The former CEO will have to face questions at a later date after being summoned while overseas.

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Materials Shares

Own Pilbara Minerals shares? Today is a good day

| James Mickleboro

Sometimes it pays to invest in lithium shares.

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Travel Shares

'Lends itself to rapid growth': Could Webjet shares be set to soar?

| Tristan Harrison

This expert has revealed why Webjet is an opportunity.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 dividend shares to supercharge your income portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Here are two top options for income investors to consider buying this week.

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Capital Raising

Why is the Star share price crashing 20% today?

| James Mickleboro

Star has raised a huge sum of money. But how much and why?

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Healthcare Shares

CSL share price lower despite UK Government deal

| James Mickleboro

CSL has got the UK's back if there's another pandemic.

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Materials Shares

Novonix share price charges 7% higher on cash injection

| James Mickleboro

This battery materials and technology company has big plans for its cash injection.

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Energy Shares

'In pole position': Broker says this ASX uranium share can still rise 40%

| James Mickleboro

This uranium share may be on fire this year but the gains could keep coming.

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Technology Shares

'Clear incumbent technology leader': Why Pro Medicus shares can keep rising

| James Mickleboro

This market-beating tech share could have more gains ahead according to Goldman Sachs.

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Opinions

ASX wealth: How I'd aim to turn $50,000 into $500,000 for retirement

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how I’d try to build my portfolio.

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How to invest

How long might it take to double your money investing in ASX shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Compounding is a very strong financial force.

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Travel Shares

Should you buy Qantas shares now that they're cheap?

| Tony Yoo

The besieged airline has seen its stock price plummet 23% since late July.

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Growth Shares

These 2 ASX growth shares carry a lot of risk, but I think their upside is huge

| Tristan Harrison

The potential rewards may be worth the risks.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares analysts rate as buys

| James Mickleboro

If you're on the lookout for new income portfolio additions, then take a look at the ASX dividend shares listed…

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Share Fallers

Down 8% this month, is it time to buy the dip on Goodman shares?

| Tony Yoo

The industrial property manager has always been popular for its association with e-commerce. Is this a buying opportunity?

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