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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

Are these the best ASX income stocks to buy now?

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have very good things to say about the income options.

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Healthcare Shares

Here's how I think the CSL share price might end 2024

| Zach Bristow

The company continues pushing ahead.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Dividend Investing

These 2 underrated ASX dividend shares are forecast to pay big yields

| Tristan Harrison

Owning these stocks could be very rewarding for cash flow.

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small caps to consider for high yields and bargain prices

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Here are 2 ASX small-caps shares offering low prices and high yields.

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Retirement

Expert tips to ensure your money lasts in retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

Starting early with your retirement planning is essential for many reasons.

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Share Market News

Riding the waves: Expert strategies for the global stock market turmoil

| Bernd Struben

Investing experts offer their advice on how to navigate the big price swings on the ASX 200 and global markets.

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Opinions

Where to invest $10,000 in ASX 200 shares in August

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be top buys this month in my opinion.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares can rise 20% and ~40%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could deliver big returns. Let's see why.

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Growth Shares

A once-in-a-decade opportunity to buy these ASX 200 growth shares before they rocket?

| James Mickleboro

Is now the time to seize on market weakness to buy these highly rated stocks?

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How to invest

How many ASX stocks should you have in your portfolio?

| Bronwyn Allen

Three share market investment experts offer their opinions on this common question.

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How to invest

$20,000 invested in Pilbara Minerals and these ASX 200 shares 10 years ago is worth…

| James Mickleboro

Was it a good idea to invest in these shares? Let's find out.

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ETFs

ASX ETFs vs shares: Do investors prefer one over the other?

| Bronwyn Allen

Investor activity via the online trading platform Selfwealth over FY24 reveals the answer.

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Growth Shares

After its share price crashed 58% in a month, is this a bargain basement ASX growth stock?

| Bernd Struben

While it comes with added risks, I think this ASX growth stock offers the potential for supersized share price gains.

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Dividend Investing

Buy BHP and this ASX dividend share next week

| James Mickleboro

There are reasons why brokers rate these stocks as buys. Let's find out.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The 3% yield dividend stock set to dominate the ASX

| Zach Bristow

A healthy pairing of dividends and growth has brokers eyeing this stock.

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Dividend Investing

Top ASX passive income shares to buy in August 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

Investing in dividend shares can be a great way to weather stormy economic times and build wealth.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a delightful end to the trading week for investors this Friday...

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Earnings Results

Up 7%, this ASX 200 REIT tops a good month with solid FY24 results

| Zach Bristow

The buying continues after the REIT's numbers overnight.

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Broker Notes

4 ASX 200 stocks tipped to deliver 40% to 160% EPS growth in FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

Broker Macquarie thinks these companies can deliver the goods despite a challenging economy in FY25.

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Cryptocurrencies

Think the ASX has been volatile this week? Wait until you see the Bitcoin price

| Sebastian Bowen

Bitcoin has had the volatility of a yo-yo over the past week...

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Real Estate Shares

After sliding 9% since June, is this ASX real estate stock a buy?

| Zach Bristow

The stock has been heavily sold since June.

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Opinions

3 ASX share reports I'm excited to see in August

| Tristan Harrison

These three ASX shares could reveal very interesting results, in my view.

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Technology Shares

Why are ASX tech shares tearing it up on Friday?

| Bronwyn Allen

The tech sector is a long way ahead of the other ASX 200 market sectors today.

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Share Gainers

Why GenusPlus, Life360, News Corp, and REA Group shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong finish to the week. What's going on?

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Share Fallers

Why Light & Wonder, Neuren, Nick Scali, and QBE shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Friday. But why?

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 is ending the week with a bang! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is surging on Friday. But why?

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Resources Shares

Down 35% in 3 months! Is this ASX 200 share a buy today?

| Zach Bristow

Has the sell-off opened up a buying opportunity or not?

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Resources Shares

Are storm clouds building for BHP shares?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are down 20% in 2024. But is there more selling to come?

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Earnings Results

Avita Medical share price spikes 10% as sales jump in Q2

| Zach Bristow

The company hit a number of milestones last quarter.

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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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Communication Shares

News Corp shares jump 6% on Foxtel sale announcement

| Zach Bristow

Investors appear to be in favour of the decision.

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Earnings Results

This ASX 200 stock is charging higher today following a 23% dividend boost

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 stock will be paying out more passive income to shareholders.

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International Stock News

Is Nvidia stock going to $150? Here's why 1 Wall Street analyst thinks so

| Howard Smith

Global markets plunged this week, but savvy investors could boost long-term returns because of it.

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Healthcare Shares

Why are Neuren Pharmaceuticals shares crashing 9%?

| James Mickleboro

The market may be storming higher but this biotech stock isn’t. But why?

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Earnings Results

Nick Scali share price plunges 5% as revenues slide in FY24

| Zach Bristow

It was a mixed set of results from the company.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why Helia could be an ASX value stock investors should scoop up

| Zach Bristow

Does it pass the value test?

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Earnings Results

Life360 shares rocket 20% on record results and guidance upgrade

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is making its shareholders smile on Friday.

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Earnings Results

QBE shares sink despite 100% half-year profit increase

| James Mickleboro

The insurance giant has reported a huge increase in its profits.

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International Stock News

Why is Nvidia stock still a buy after its steep sell-off? Just ask Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Meta

| Keith Speights

Look for these AI giants to buy a lot more of Nvidia's AI chips.

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