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Ask a Fund Manager

Why this ASX 200 share has 'great further upside potential' in 2023: fund manager

| Bernd Struben

There are phenomenal opportunities for investors applying disciplined fundamental analysis to build exposure to great smaller ASX shares before the…

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Opinions

A bull market is coming: Here's which ASX shares I'm buying to prepare

| Tristan Harrison

I think we’re entering the recovery phase for the ASX share market. I like these ideas.

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Bank Shares

Macquarie share price on watch amid 'good quarter'

| James Mickleboro

This investment bank is on track to deliver a record full year result...

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Opinions

ASX shares: Is this my once-in-a-lifetime chance for mega returns?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be jumping on the opportunities that we’re seeing?

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Broker Notes

Buy these 2 ASX 200 shares growing earnings as we speak: expert

| Tony Yoo

'Quality' is the name of the game at the moment. Here's a couple of examples.

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Broker Notes

2 ASX 200 shares to buy while energy shortage rages on: experts

| Tony Yoo

Sure, the sector had an outstanding 2022 -- but 2023 could be another rip-snorter.

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Dividend Investing

Beat the RBA hikes with these ASX dividend shares in February: experts

| James Mickleboro

Don't let the RBA get you down. Here's a couple of passive income options for investors...

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Healthcare Shares

ASX dividend stocks: Here's a diamond in the rough I'd buy yielding more than 6%

| Tristan Harrison

After a difficult period, this ASX dividend share could be an underrated pick.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A big day lies ahead for the benchmark index on Tuesday...

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Broker Notes

Conviction list: Goldman Sachs tips big returns from these ASX 200 shares

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares are the crème de la crème for Goldman Sachs right now...

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares to buy with big yields: Morgans

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares could be in the buy zone according to analysts at Morgans...

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Opinions

Should I buy Santos shares right now for dividend income?

| Tristan Harrison

Is Santos about to pipe in strong dividends to shareholder bank accounts?

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Investing Strategies

The secret sauce to outperforming with ASX shares in 2023: expert

| Mitchell Lawler

Don't get lost in the risk abyss this year. Apply the secret sauce to your portfolio instead.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Guess which 'golden' ASX 200 share topped the lot on Monday.

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ETFs

This ASX ETF just hit an all-time high. Is it too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF clocked a new all-time high.

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Travel Shares

Should ASX 200 investors buy Flight Centre shares ahead of this month's earnings update?

| James Mickleboro

This travel share has been on fire this year. Should you jump in?

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Blue Chip Shares

Here's why analysts rate these blue chip ASX 200 shares as buys

| James Mickleboro

These blue chip have been rated as buys...

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX 200 gold and lithium stocks are dominating trading volumes this Monday...

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ETFs

Cybersecurity spending is rocketing in 2023. Here's why this ASX ETF might benefit

| Bernd Struben

The ASX ETF offers investors exposure to 36 large-cap global cybersecurity stocks, predominantly listed in the United States.

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Cannabis Shares

Why did this ASX cannabis share just rocket 46%?

| James Mickleboro

This cannabis share has been given a major boost by regulators...

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Retail Shares

Why is the ARB share price beating the ASX 200 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

ARB shares are smashing the ASX 200 today. Here's why...

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Core Lithium, IAG, and Nick Scali shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are falling on Monday...

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares I'm backing to outperform in 2023

| Tristan Harrison

These 3 ASX dividend share names could deliver strong performance.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

What a dirty car tells us about inflation

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

Now, where did I put that car detergent and chamois? 

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Share Gainers

Why Beach, Newcrest, Patriot Battery Metals, and Warrego Energy shares are rising

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week very strongly, much to the delight of their shareholders...

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Broker Notes

Why top brokers say surge in CSL share price will continue

| Brooke Cooper

Could the ASX 200 giant really offer 12.9% MORE upside?

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Gold

Will Newmont offer more for Newcrest shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

What price will Newcrest be acquired for?

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX battery minerals share is surging 20% on a 'massive' find

| James Mickleboro

This battery materials share has dug up some promising and massive minerals...

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Share Market News

More rate hikes ahead? What can ASX 200 investors expect from the RBA tomorrow?

| Bernd Struben

With inflation running hot, the RBA lifted the official cash rate from the all-time low of 0.10% to the still…

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Broker Notes

IAG share price tumbles on broker downgrade

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker hasn't been impressed with this insurer's performance in FY 2023...

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Travel Shares

Virgin IPO talks are heating up. So why is the Qantas share price still climbing?

| Mitchell Lawler

Investors might soon get another chance to own Virgin Australia in their portfolios.

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto shares: Buy, hold or fold in February?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors who bought Rio Tinto shares on 1 November have seen the miner’s stock soar by more than…

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 shares trading ex-dividend this week

| Brooke Cooper

There are only a few days left to get a hold of these upcoming offerings.

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Financial Shares

Magellan share price pops then drops on ASX FUM update

| Sebastian Bowen

Magellan shares are swinging wildly on the latest FUM figures...

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Share Market News

Could your dividends be at risk this ASX reporting season?

| Tristan Harrison

How cautious are companies going to be with their cash pile this year?

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Share Gainers

2 ASX All Ords shares going gangbusters on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The All Ords are making their shareholders smile on Monday...

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Share Market News

ASX lithium shares today: Two explorers that are thriving

| James Mickleboro

These Canada-focused lithium shares are starting the week in a positive fashion...

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Bank Shares

Should I buy Westpac shares for the big dividend?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are the bank's shares a buy today today for their 5% dividend yield?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

ANZ share price slips amid $50m acquisition

| Brooke Cooper

Will this real estate media and tech investment help bolster ANZ's position in the mortgage market?

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