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Bank Shares

Why this fund manager is selling Bank of Queensland shares

| Bernd Struben

This expert says it’s time to sell Bank of Queensland shares. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Unfortunately, it could be a day to forget for Aussie investors.

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Industrials Shares

I think this is the best investment inside the ASX 200 index off the back of earnings

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock is a strong option to build wealth.

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Technology Shares

Australia's 'magnificent 2' stocks: Soaring and still buys

| Sebastian Bowen

These two stock are, in my view, a pair of the ASX's best shares.

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy in September 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

Our team of writers believe these ASX companies are worth buying in September.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a slow day on the ASX this Tuesday, with the markets recording a small drop.

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Broker Notes

8 ASX All Ords shares bumped up to 'strong buy' status in August

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX companies attracted upgraded ratings from the brokers last month.

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Earnings Results

These 9 ASX shares revealed some of the biggest profit rises this earnings season

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX companies revealed profit bumps of between 67% and 282% this earnings season.

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ETFs

Guess which ASX ETF provider is making a splash into superannuation

| Tristan Harrison

BetaShares has a super idea to grow its business.

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Travel Shares

Which ASX travel stock is an insider throwing $321,000 behind?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors will probably welcome this huge insider investment...

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Technology Shares

Why the HUB24 share price might be cheap at its new record high

| James Mickleboro

Can this high-flying share continue to rise? One broker has given its verdict.

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Healthcare Shares

One 'oversold' ASX 200 healthcare share to buy today

| Bernd Struben

After some big share price falls, is this ASX 200 healthcare stock trading for a bargain?

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Real Estate Shares

As Goodman Group shares tumble 5% in a month, is this the time to invest?

| Zach Bristow

Let's see what the situation is with this consolidation.

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Share Market News

How ASX shares vs. property performed in August

| Bronwyn Allen

Melbourne home values are now cheaper than Perth and Adelaide, according to new data.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A2 Milk shares crashed 22% in August: Is this a buying opportunity?

| James Mickleboro

August wasn't kind to this stock. Will September be better?

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Bank Shares

Is today 'an opportune' time to sell your NAB shares?

| Bernd Struben

NAB shares have smashed the benchmark returns over the past year. Time to take profits?

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Bank Shares

CBA shares have never been more 'expensive', so why is the price rallying?

| Sebastian Bowen

How does CBA do it?

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Share Gainers

Why Bellevue Gold, EML Payments, Ora Banda, and Peninsula Energy shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having positive sessions. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Cettire, Liontown, Woolworths, and Zip shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a poor session. But why?

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Healthcare Shares

Don't think CSL shares are exposed to AI? Think again

| Bernd Struben

CSL is embracing AI to supercharge efficiencies. But how?

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Financial Shares

Own Macquarie shares? This is the next big push for growth

| Tristan Harrison

The big banks need to watch out for a growing challenger.

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Resources Shares

Guess which ASX mining stock is roaring to a multi-year high on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner's shares are scaling new heights today. But why?

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Financial Shares

Why is this ASX All Ords stock surging 4% today?

| Zach Bristow

Investors are buying the stock today following an update.

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 mining stocks struggling today as iron ore price plunges 4%

| Bernd Struben

The big Aussie miners are under selling pressure today. Now what?

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Small Cap Shares

3 small cap ASX shares that analysts rate as buys this month

| James Mickleboro

Have you checked out these small caps? Analysts are feeling bullish about them.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Here's why you're paying too much for financial advice

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Advice is too expensive. Here's why...

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Dividend Investing

Why are Coles, Wesfarmers, and Woolworths shares tumbling today?

| James Mickleboro

What's going on with these popular stocks on Tuesday? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Top broker names 3 ASX stocks to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

Are you looking for new investment options? Morgans thinks these are top buys.

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Defensive Shares

I'll be investing $5,000 in this defensive ASX stock following its first-class result

| Sebastian Bowen

This is one ASX share that has products customers can't seem to live without...

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Energy Shares

Broker says this ASX 200 uranium stock could rocket 60%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this stock could be destined to deliver big returns.

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Resources Shares

The pros and cons of buying Fortescue shares this month

| Tristan Harrison

Is it a good time to buy the ASX iron ore miner?

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Dividend Investing

2 excellent ASX dividend stocks that analysts love

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these stocks as a buys for income investors.

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Gold

Buy this ASX 200 gold stock for a ~50% return

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think that golden returns could be on offer with this miner's shares.

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Retirement

3 of the best ASX 200 retirement shares to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have buy ratings on these quality companies.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX 300 dividend stocks for 5% and 6% yields

| James Mickleboro

Looking for good yields? Then check out these buy-rated options.

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Share Gainers

If I'd bought 1 share of Zip stock in 2023, here's how much I'd have now!

| Bernd Struben

Late 2023 would have been an opportune time for me to load up on Zip shares.

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Bank Shares

What every owner of ASX bank shares should know before making a move

| Tristan Harrison

It’s a challenging period for ASX banks.

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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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Resources Shares

Would I buy BHP shares in September?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this an opportunity worth unearthing?

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Share Market News

5 powerful post-earnings lessons every ASX investor should know

| Tristan Harrison

These five factors explain a lot about what’s going on in the ASX share market.

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