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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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Opinions

2 ASX shares I think could double in 3 years

| Tristan Harrison

I’m predicting good returns from these two ASX stocks.

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Dividend Investing

2 fallen dividend income beasts that I think will roar again

| Tristan Harrison

Weaker retail conditions could be creating a good time to buy.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares before it's too late

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think that these ASX dividend shares could be just what income investors are looking for.

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Energy Shares

Should investors be bullish on ASX coal shares amid Vietnam's energy plans?

| Tristan Harrison

These two major coal miners are still predicted to pay double digit dividend yields.

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REITs

Feeling brave? Contrarian investors might find a treasure in the ASX REIT space

| Tristan Harrison

The ASX property sector has been smashed. Are there any opportunities in the rubble?

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Materials Shares

Better ASX rare earths buy: Iluka or Lynas shares?

| Brooke Cooper

This top broker is bullish on just one of the ASX 200 rare earths duo.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 returns to trade on Tuesday after the public holiday. Here's what to expect.

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Tax

ASX investors need to avoid this MASSIVE mistake in June that ATO will chase you for

| Tony Yoo

It starts off as innocent tax-loss selling, but it can easily turn into something far more sinister that the tax…

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Share Market News

3 ASX All Ords shares trading ex dividend this week

| James Mickleboro

It's almost payday for these ASX All Ords shares.

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Growth Shares

3 stellar ASX 200 growth shares brokers say are buys

| James Mickleboro

Here are three growth shares that are getting analysts excited.

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Retirement

Why you could buy these ASX ETFs for retirement income

| James Mickleboro

If you're not a fan of stock picking, then these ETFs could make life easier for you.

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Share Market News

Here 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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Retirement

How much would I need to invest in ASX shares for a retirement income of $100,000 per year?

| Bronwyn Allen

If you start early in life, this is surprisingly easy to achieve.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares I think are buys for consistent passive income

| Tristan Harrison

These three companies have been impressive dividend payers for at least a decade.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX income shares I'm planning on retiring with

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm not selling...these shares until well after retirement.

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Investing Strategies

5 things you should know about investing in artificial intelligence right now

| Tony Yoo

Is it just a fad or is it a genuine investment theme? Here are some implications that AI could have…

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BNPL shares

Should I buy Zip shares following its balance sheet cleanup?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are Zip shares finally in the buy zone?

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Technology Shares

Here's why brokers are buzzing about these ASX tech shares

| James Mickleboro

Check out these ASX tech shares that have been tipped for big things.

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ETFs

Consider buying this ASX ETF for strong capital growth

| Sebastian Bowen

You won't believe the returns this ETF has delivered to investors.

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Growth Shares

Boost your portfolio with these fantastic buy-rated ASX 200 stocks

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are feeling bullish about these top ASX 200 shares. Here's why.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 dividend shares Goldman Sachs rates as buys

| James Mickleboro

These could be top passive income options for investors according to analysts at Goldman Sachs.

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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. Here's why they are bullish on them...

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Dividend Investing

Better passive income buy: New Hope or Woodside shares?

| Bernd Struben

New Hope and Woodside shares both delivered all-time high interim dividends and record final dividends over the past 12 months.

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How to invest

A bull market is coming: Here's Warren Buffett's investing advice to help you cash in on it

| Brooke Cooper

It can pay to prepare for a stock market uptick.

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ETFs

3 highly rated ETFs for ASX investors to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Here are three top ETFs that could give your portfolio a boost in the future.

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Growth Shares

Buy and hold these ASX 200 shares until 2030

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Morgans think investors should hold tight to these ASX 200 shares.

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Retirement

40 years old with no savings? Here's your path to $1 million in retirement with ASX shares

| Brooke Cooper

It's never too late to invest for your future.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Rio Tinto and this ASX 100 dividend share for passive income: brokers

| James Mickleboro

Two giants have been named as buys for income investors by analysts.

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Retail Shares

Bargains or death traps: Should you buy ASX retail shares now?

| Tony Yoo

Will 12 interest rate rises kill the sector? Is there any hope for consumer discretionary stocks?

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares in June for an income boost: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These could be top options for investors looking for passive income.

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Dividend Investing

How big will the BHP dividend be in 2024?

| James Mickleboro

What can you expect to receive from this mining giant next year?

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How to invest

How I'd invest $400 per month to target a $4,000 annual passive income

| James Mickleboro

Passive income can be yours if you want it. Here's how.

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Defensive Shares

Recession-ready: 3 ASX All Ord shares that grew through the GFC

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares did just fine during the GFC.

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Share Market News

5 ASX shares that defined the week

| Bernd Struben

Capital raisings, mergers, sales records, reduced dividends and more. It’s been another big week for ASX shares.

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Dividend Investing

If I invest $10,000 in the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS), how much passive income will I receive?

| Bronwyn Allen

The VAS ETF tracks the top 300 shares on the Australian share market.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Did you own the mining stock that outperformed the rest of the ASX 200 on Friday?

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Retirement

Analysts say these excellent ASX shares are buys for a retirement portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these ASX shares could be a top options for retirees right now.

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Share Market News

These are the ASX 300 retail shares to buy now: Bell Potter

| James Mickleboro

It's not all doom and gloom in the retail sector.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

It's all about those battery metals today, with lithium and nickel dominating the ASX's volume charts.

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