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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 Fallers

Why Lake Resources, Leo Lithium, Skycity, and Tyro shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Cettire, Genesis Minerals, Liontown, and Weebit Nano shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these shares are starting the week with a bang.

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Communication Shares

Why did the Telstra share price tumble 6% in August?

| James Mickleboro

This telco giant fell out of favour with investors last month. But why?

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Share Gainers

Weebit Nano share price leaping 15% amid momentous entry

| Bernd Struben

Shares in the tech company have gained a whopping 65% in a year and are going gangbusters again today.

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Energy Shares

Why did the Woodside share price underperform the ASX 200 in August?

| Tristan Harrison

What caused Woodside’s share price to power down last month?

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Share Fallers

Why is this ASX All Ords share cascading 16% on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords share is under heavy selling pressure today.

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Blue Chip Shares

Which ASX blue chips are the top trusted brands in Australia?

| James Mickleboro

Which brands are in favour with consumers right now?

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Share Market News

Why uranium could be the next boost for Soul Pattinson shares

| Tristan Harrison

Nuclear energy may be the next focus for the investment house.

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Dividend Investing

Are ASX lithium shares the new rainmakers for dividend investors?

| Tristan Harrison

Lithium miners are charging up the cash returns for investors.

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Resources Shares

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

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are charging higher on Monday.

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Resources Shares

How to pick ASX gold shares like a top fund manager

| Tristan Harrison

Which gold investments can glitter?

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ETFs

The pros and cons of the Vanguard Diversified Growth Index ETF (VDGR)

| Tristan Harrison

This fund gives a good mixture of shares and bonds.

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Share Market News

These 6 shares are being kicked out of the ASX 200 index this month

| James Mickleboro

Change is afoot for the ASX 200 index.

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Dividend Investing

Want more income? Here are 3 ultra-high-yielding ASX dividend shares to consider

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are building a reputation for good dividends.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Leo Lithium share price crashing 48% today?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share has returned from a lengthy suspension on Monday.

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Resources Shares

Looking to buy BHP shares? Here's what's coming up for the miner in September

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into what could happen this month.

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Bank Shares

Why did the CBA share price lag the ASX 200 in August?

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares had a mixed month in August.

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Bank Shares

Why did Bank of Queensland shares underperform the ASX 200 in August?

| Tristan Harrison

It was a difficult month for the regional bank.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Fortescue share price sinking again today?

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant's shares have opened the week deep in the red.

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Materials Shares

Liontown share price jumps 11% on new Albemarle $6.6b takeover offer

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner has received an improved takeover offer.

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Energy Shares

Are Whitehaven Coal shares too cheap to ignore?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why contrarian investors may like this ASX coal share.

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares that have doubled in a year

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have delivered huge capital growth in 12 months.

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Share Market News

Buy these blue chip ASX 200 shares now: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These blue chips could be top options for investors this month.

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Opinions

Insurance profits increased 400% in FY23. Here are the ASX shares I'd buy

| Tristan Harrison

This sector is seeing a big jump in profitability.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's why short sellers are betting on these ASX shares dropping in value.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I changed my mind about this earnings season

| Tristan Harrison

It was another interesting August for many companies.

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Dividend Investing

These ASX 200 dividend stocks have been named as buys in September

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these dividend stocks could be good options for income investors.

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Share Market News

3 things ASX investors should watch this week

| Tony Yoo

A huge few days awaits your stock portfolio. Make sure you look out for these events.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 index is expected to rebound on Monday.

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Economy

Why ASX shares could rocket on Tuesday

| Tony Yoo

Your stock portfolio could get a huge boost this week. Here's what to look out for.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX growth shares to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are saying good things about these growth shares.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave the thumbs up to these ASX shares last week.

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ETFs

Which global share-based ASX ETFs are delivering the best returns for investors?

| Bronwyn Allen

We reveal the top 5 performing ASX-listed global ETFs over the past three years.

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How to invest

Building a $100,000 ASX share portfolio from scratch

| James Mickleboro

How long would it take to build a $100k investment portfolio?

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Dividend Investing

Top ASX passive income shares to buy in September 2023

| Motley Fool Staff

Want to earn more and work less? Here are some suggestions to help you on your way to financial freedom.

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ETFs

Could these ASX ETFs be long-term market beaters?

| James Mickleboro

Could these ETFs help your portfolio outperform over the long term?

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Materials Shares

Why did the Sayona Mining share price crash 32% in August?

| Bronwyn Allen

The lithium junior started the month well but had lost a third of its value by the end of it.

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Share Market News

What can ASX 200 investors expect from the RBA next week?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 rallied 0.5% when the RBA opted to keep rates on hold in August. What's next?

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How to invest

Can I make $50,000 annual passive income with ASX shares?

| James Mickleboro

Can ASX shares provide you with a passive income?

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Opinions

Where I'd park $100 spare cash each month to beat the ASX 200 index over a decade

| Sebastian Bowen

Beating the market is hard, but not impossible.

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