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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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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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International Stock News

Why is everyone talking about the VIX Index today?

| Zach Bristow

Fear or greed: Which investor sentiment will prevail today?

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Cryptocurrencies

Why cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum are shooting for the moon today

| Bernd Struben

Crypto investors just sent the Bitcoin price to new all-time highs. But why?

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BNPL shares

Why is the Zip share price on a rollercoaster today?

| Bernd Struben

Zip shares are now up an eye-watering 670% in a year.

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Gold

ASX 200 gold shares dive on US election result

| Sebastian Bowen

Gold shares are going wild this Thursday.

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Broker Notes

1 ASX 300 stock just upgraded by brokers (and 2 downgraded)

| Zach Bristow

Here's the latest ratings changes.

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Bank Shares

Why is the Westpac share price sinking today?

| James Mickleboro

What's going on with the shares of Australia's oldest bank on Thursday? Let's find out.

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Earnings Results

NAB shares tumble 3% after FY24 result disappoints investors

| James Mickleboro

The market isn't liking the big four bank's result today.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 charging higher as Trump sweeps back into the White House

| Bernd Struben

Here's everything that's happened in the markets.

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Healthcare Shares

Sigma Healthcare shares rocket 39% on Chemist Warehouse merger approval

| James Mickleboro

The ACCC doesn't believe the company's merger with Chemist Warehouse will lessen competition.

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International Stock News

Why Nvidia stock rallied to a new all-time high on Wednesday

| Danny Vena

The changing of the guard bodes well for the artificial intelligence (AI) chip specialist.

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Resources Shares

Own BHP shares? Directors of the mining giant have been busy with stock transactions

| Tristan Harrison

It can be worrying when directors sell.

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Energy Shares

Down 12% in a month! Is the Woodside share price finally back in bargain territory?

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has lost some investor energy. What now?

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Earnings Results

NAB share price on watch after FY24 profits sink to $7.1b

| James Mickleboro

How did the big four bank perform during the year?

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International Stock News

Why Tesla stock just skyrocketed

| Keith Noonan

Why is Donald Trump's election victory powering explosive gains for Tesla stock?

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Superannuation

Here's the average superannuation balance at age 55 in Australia

| Zach Bristow

Where do you stack up?

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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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Dividend Investing

2 high-yield ASX dividend shares for Australian retirees

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping big yields and big returns from these income stocks.

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Gold

2 of the best ASX gold stocks you could buy now

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is bullish on these gold stocks. Let's find out why.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX 300 shares to buy now for 50% to 80% returns

| James Mickleboro

These shares could have big return potential according to brokers. Let's see what they are saying.

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ETFs

Buy these excellent ASX income ETFs in November

| James Mickleboro

Looking for easy income? Here are three ETFs that could help.

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ETFs

Why ASX ETFs are a great buy for beginner investors

| Tristan Harrison

ETFs could be exactly what beginner investors need.

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Resources Shares

Are Lynas shares a buy, sell, or hold for 2025?

| Zach Bristow

Much depends on the outlook for rare earths.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A good day may await Australian investors today after the US election result.

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Dividend Investing

$30,000 in savings? Here's how I'd aim for $2,070 a year in passive income

| Bernd Struben

Why not turn those savings into a regular passive income stream?

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Retail Shares

Own Wesfarmers shares? Here's why Bunnings' monster profits are raising eyebrows

| Tristan Harrison

Bunnings is the jewel in Wesfarmers’ crown. Some people are questioning whether it should sparkle as much as it does.

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AI Stocks

Why is the BrainChip share price surging 17% today?

| Zach Bristow

The stock has caught a strong bid today.

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Opinions

2 shares I'll be adding to my portfolio – even with the ASX near all-time highs

| Sebastian Bowen

Even though the markets are near record highs, there is still value to be found.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What can owners of Coles shares expect at next week's AGM?

| Zach Bristow

There will be plenty on shareholders' minds at the AGM.

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Share Gainers

Why Brainchip, Cooper Energy, Core Lithium, and Neuren shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. But why?

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Energy Shares

Santos shares hit new lows in October. What next?

| Zach Bristow

There's an interesting risk/reward calculus at play.

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Financial Shares

Are Medibank shares a bargain buy after being sold off?

| Zach Bristow

Could this be the time to pounce?

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Travel Shares

Up 56% in 2024, should I buy Qantas shares in November?

| Bernd Struben

After flying higher in 2024 are Qantas shares still a good buy?

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