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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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Bank Shares

Everything you need to know about the ANZ dividend

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how much passive income ANZ shareholders can bank on this year.

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Share Gainers

Why Imugene, Neuren, Sigma, and Smartgroup shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why? Let's find out.

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Share Fallers

Why Arcadium Lithium, Block, Jumbo, and Mineral Resources shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. Why are investors selling them?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 racing higher on Friday as US Fed slashes interest rates again

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is enjoying a strong run amid lower US interest rates.

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Technology Shares

Appen share price soars 8% as Big Tech boom builds

| Zach Bristow

Tech is back in the spotlight.

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International Stock News

The US election is done and dusted. Is now the time to buy the ASX NDQ ETF?

| Zach Bristow

US stocks continue to march higher this week.

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Dividend Investing

Want to bag the upcoming Macquarie dividend? You better hurry!

| Bernd Struben

Here’s what you need to know.

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Share Market News

Here's why the Nasdaq index bolted to a record high last night

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent the Nasdaq to a new all-time high. But why?

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Financial Shares

IAG shares are now up 38% this year. What's next?

| Zach Bristow

It's been an solid year for the stock.

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Dividend Investing

4 ASX All Ords shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Zach Bristow

Pay close attention to these dates.

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Earnings Results

ANZ shares on watch after cash profit dives 9% to $6.7b

| James Mickleboro

How did the big four bank perform during the 12 months compared to expectations?

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX 200 share Goldman Sachs says is a buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker doesn't think Trump will spoil the party for this stock.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX 300 growth shares with 'strong momentum' this fund manager says are buys

| Tristan Harrison

These two stocks have plenty of growth potential, according to experts.

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ETFs

The best ASX ETFs to buy for the long term

| James Mickleboro

Looking for quality long term investment options? Check out these ETFS.

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Dividend Investing

This high-yielding ASX 200 dividend stock remains a top choice for passive income

| Bernd Struben

I think this ASX 200 dividend gem will remain a top passive income stock for years to come.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect these stocks to provide income investors with big yields in the coming years.

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Bank Shares

CBA shares: What to watch out for in next week's update

| Sebastian Bowen

We discuss what to look out for in CBA's earnings next week...

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Healthcare Shares

Down 20%, is the NIB share price undervalued?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what Goldman Sachs is saying about this blue chip stock.

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Dividend Investing

2 high-yield Australian dividend shares for reliable passive income

| James Mickleboro

When you're looking to generate passive income from the share market, you want reliability. No income investor wants to see…

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BNPL shares

Is this why the Zip share price keeps breaking records?

| Bernd Struben

Zip shareholders have been enjoying a record breaking year. Is this why?

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX 200 stocks to buy in November

| James Mickleboro

These quality stocks are top picks in November according to the broker.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Another good session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what is happening.

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Share Market News

Here's why more Australians intend to work during retirement

| Bronwyn Allen

A new survey reveals insights into the retirement intentions of older Australian workers.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A2 Milk shares are down 19% this past month. Is it time to pounce?

| Zach Bristow

It's been a volatile year for the milk company.

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Share Market News

Are we soon to see a skyrocketing Aussie stock market?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will the Aussie stock market follow the lead of American stock markets following the US election?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a volatile, but positive, day for ASX shares this Thursday.

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Retail Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock just extended its $580 million buyback

| Zach Bristow

Could this draw investor attention to the stock?

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Growth Shares

2 high-growth ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Bell Potter think these shares would be great picks for growth investors.

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Resources Shares

Should you buy Rio Tinto stock or Woodside stock today?

| James Mickleboro

Which of these giants is best? Here's what Goldman thinks.

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Dividend Investing

Looking for passive income? Try this ASX 200 blue chip

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock's 4.66% fully franked yield is hard to ignore.

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Record Highs

Xero and 2 other ASX tech shares cracking all-time highs on Thursday

| Bronwyn Allen

The price peaks follow a significant lift in the NASDAQ overnight following Republican Donald Trump's US election victory.

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Bank Shares

Everything you need to know about the NAB dividend

| Tristan Harrison

NAB will soon be sending its next payout to investors.

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ETFs

ASX international shares ETFs smash record highs on Trump win

| Bronwyn Allen

Several exchange-traded funds tracking global shares are moving higher today.

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Share Market News

What the US election outcome means for ASX shares

| Bernd Struben

ASX shares are having a mixed reaction to the US election results today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

1 ASX consumer staples stock down 20% to buy right now

| Zach Bristow

Time to go shopping?

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Share Gainers

Why Block, GQG, Neuren, and Sigma shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Clearview, NAB, Resolute Mining, and Westpac shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure today. But why?

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Resources Shares

What does Trump's win mean for iron ore shares like Fortescue?

| Zach Bristow

The controversy on tariffs has already started.

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Share Market News

Appen share price lifts 5% on oversubscribed SPP results

| Bronwyn Allen

The technology company has announced the results of its Share Purchase Plan.

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Bank Shares

Why is the Bendigo Bank share price tanking today?

| Sebastian Bowen

There are a few things that could be driving this bank lower today.

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