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Materials Shares

Why are 3 directors buying up this ASX lithium stock?

| Sebastian Bowen

Not one, not two, but three Nova directors have been buying shares of late.

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ETFs

An ETF of ETFs? Here's how the Vanguard High Growth Index ETF (VDHG) works

| Sebastian Bowen

This unique ASX ETF ups the ante when it comes to diversification.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP clears final hurdle to acquire all OZ Minerals shares. What's next for investors?

| Brooke Cooper

Today will likely be the last day OZ Minerals shares trade on the ASX.

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Healthcare Shares

Why has ASX 200 healthcare stock Imugene leapt 15% in a month?

| Monica O'Shea

Let's check what's been going on with this biotechnology company lately.

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Energy Shares

Macquarie says changes to this tax could be a red flag for Woodside shares

| Tristan Harrison

Are Woodside shares about to take a hit?

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX 200 energy stock insiders have been buying up big in April

| Bronwyn Allen

Purchases made by company directors are typically a strong indicator of anticipated growth in the share price.

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Materials Shares

Core Lithium share price leaps 5% on 'fantastic outcome for shareholders'

| Brooke Cooper

The Finniss Lithium Operation's mineral resource estimate has jumped 62%.

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Resources Shares

Here's why a fund manager says this ASX 200 mining share is 'unique' with 'significant value'

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why this ASX mining share could be worth digging into.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX 200 shares just upgraded by brokers

| Bronwyn Allen

Citi says buy on Carsales shares and Morgan Stanley is backing Mirvac shares for growth.

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ETFs

I think the Vanguard MCSI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) is a no-brainer diversification buy. Here's why

| Brooke Cooper

I'd turn to this ETF to reduce risk.

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Defensive Shares

Why I think Telstra shares could be a top buy for passive income in 2023 and beyond

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors call on Telstra shares for good dividend income?

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Financial Shares

Why has the AMP share price rocketed 11% in a month?

| James Mickleboro

It has been a good time to own this financials share recently.

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Small Cap Shares

Morgans expects big returns from these small cap ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

At the small end of town, Morgans is tipping big returns from these shares.

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Broker Notes

Morgans says the Pilbara Minerals share price can rise 40%

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share could be a bargain buy right now according to one leading broker.

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Opinions

Kogan shares: Bull vs. bear

| Motley Fool Staff

Is there a solid case for buying or does the bear thesis make more sense?

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Broker Notes

A 'new entry point' just opened for 2 ASX 200 shares with strong outlooks

| Tony Yoo

Iron ore and petrol is where it's at for two experts recommending these stocks as buys.

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Bank Shares

Why this broker downgraded Bank of Queensland shares ahead of its results

| James Mickleboro

This bank share has copped a downgrade from a leading broker.

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Broker Notes

'Buying opportunity': 2 ASX 200 shares to grab before they rocket

| Tony Yoo

Experts name a pair of stocks that are heading up in the long run, even though they have gone backwards…

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Broker Notes

Here are 3 ASX 200 lithium shares to buy now according to brokers

| James Mickleboro

Electric vehicles will need lithium from these buy-rated ASX 200 shares in the coming years.

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Bank Shares

Here's the ANZ dividend forecast through to 2025

| James Mickleboro

Will ANZ shares continue to offer big dividend yields in the future?

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Investing Strategies

7 mistakes that could cost you dearly

| Tony Yoo

Expert warns to avoid these common investing errors made by veterans and novices alike.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the ASX 200 on Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

Get a passive income boost from these ASX dividend shares: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares could be top options for income investors.

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52-Week Highs

Why did the Wesfarmers share price just smash a new 52-week high?

| James Mickleboro

Wesfarmers' shares are making its shareholders smile right now.

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ETFs

3 ETFs that could be top buys right now

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs could be quality options for investors this week.

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Dividend Investing

Hunting for passive income? Here's why I'm eyeing BHP shares

| Bernd Struben

As a leading ASX 200 dividend stock, BHP shares offer a great path towards building a regular passive income stream.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Guess which lithium stock outperformed all other ASX 200 shares today.

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Technology Shares

This ASX 200 tech stock is up almost 40% in 2023 and has just hit an all-time high

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX tech stock can't stop climbing. Here's what's going on.

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe that now could be the time to add these shares to your portfolio...

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How to invest

My $10-a-day approach to building a second income with ASX shares

| Brooke Cooper

Creating a long-term passive income doesn't have to break the bank.

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Share Fallers

Why AMA, New Hope, Regis Resources, and St Barbara shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week deep in the red.

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Share Gainers

Why EML, Lake Resources, Lindsay, and Sayona Mining shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

It has been a strong start to the week for these ASX shares.

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Resources Shares

2 reasons I think Fortescue shares are still cheap

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why the iron ore giant's share price could keep rising.

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's trading volume charts are all about ASX lithium stocks.

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Opinions

What to know before giving up on growth and going all-in on ASX dividend shares

| Mitchell Lawler

Dividends could be an anchor on long-term returns if the wrong companies are chosen.

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Share Fallers

Why did ASX All Ords share AMA just crash 30%?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why did AMA just lose a third of its value?

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Materials Shares

Why is ASX lithium share Latin Resources on ice today?

| Bernd Struben

Latin Resources entered a trading halt this morning.

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Share Market News

What can ASX 200 investors expect from the US Fed in 2023?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is bucking the selling trend that took hold in the United States on Friday as US investors…

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 12,000 Westpac shares for $150 in monthly passive income

| Brooke Cooper

The big four bank could prove a winning dividend buy.

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Materials Shares

If I'd invested $1,000 in Liontown shares at the start of 2023, here's what I'd have now

| Sebastian Bowen

Liontown shares have made investors rich in 2023. Here's why.

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