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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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Resources Shares

3 ASX mining shares that left the index in the dust on Thursday

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at why these mining shares were charging higher today.

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Blue Chip Shares

Brokers name 2 high quality blue chip ASX 200 shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Brokers say these blue chip shares are buys...

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Travel Shares

Why is the Flight Centre share price in the red today?

| Monica O'Shea

Travel chaos continues to impact airlines locally and internationally.

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Broker Notes

3 ASX lithium shares to buy with 40%+ upside: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These lithium shares could have major upside potential...

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Dividend Investing

9% and 12% dividend yields! Should I buy these ASX 200 income shares?

| James Mickleboro

Are these the income shares to buy for 2023?

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are bullish on these ASX shares...

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 shares I'm never selling

| Tristan Harrison

I've bought these two ASX shares with the thought of holding them forever.

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Gold

Is the gold price weighing down ASX 200 gold shares today?

| Monica O'Shea

Let's take a look at what's going on with ASX 200 gold shares on Thursday.

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Opinions

I think these are the 10 best ASX shares to buy for 2023

| Mitchell Lawler

The 2023 dream team has been assembled.

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Share Gainers

Why Bowen Coking Coal, Domino's, Sayona Mining, and Strategic Elements are rising

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are on form on Thursday despite the market weakness...

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Opinions

I think these 3 ASX shares could benefit from a Chinese tourism boom

| Tristan Harrison

It could soon be a good time for businesses that are involved with Chinese visitors.

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Share Fallers

Why Invictus Energy, Star, Whitehaven Coal, and Woodside shares are dropping

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are dropping on Thursday...

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Growth Shares

Why I just bought this ASX 200 stock for 2023

| James Mickleboro

Will this tasty ASX 200 share come roaring back in 2023?

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Energy Shares

Why is the Woodside share price on the back foot today?

| Monica O'Shea

Woodside shares are struggling today.

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Dividend Investing

My best ASX passive income idea for 2023

| James Mickleboro

Here's why this telco giant is one of my top picks for 2023.

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Opinions

$300 a month in these 3 ASX shares could make you a millionaire by retirement

| Tristan Harrison

I think these three names are candidates for good returns over the long term.

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Growth Shares

3 five-star ASX 200 shares I would buy in 2023

| James Mickleboro

These three shares might be the ones to shine brightly for investors in 2023 and beyond.

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Dividend Investing

Boost your passive income with these ASX dividend shares next year

| James Mickleboro

Attractive dividend yields are expected from these shares next year...

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Technology Shares

Bell Potter names the ASX tech shares to buy in 2023

| James Mickleboro

Are these the tech shares to buy for 2023?

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Energy Shares

Should I pounce on Woodside shares now – or keep waiting?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors invest in the oil and gas giant?

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Dividend Investing

2 defensive ASX dividend shares to buy for 2023: experts

| James Mickleboro

These defensive shares appear well-placed in this tough economic environment...

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Technology Shares

Look for these 3 factors in ASX tech shares for good returns: fund manager

| Tristan Harrison

The technology sector can be a fruitful place to find opportunities.

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Opinions

What's next? My stock market predictions for 2023

| Mitchell Lawler

It's that time of year where the crystal ball makes an appearance -- for better or for worse...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be another tough day for the ASX 200 index...

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Materials Shares

Why did the Sayona Mining share price sink 11% today?

| Monica O'Shea

Lithium stocks have taken a battering on Wednesday.

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Technology Shares

Why did the Novonix share price sink to a new 52-week low today?

| Monica O'Shea

It was a rough day on the market for tech and lithium stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Buy NAB and this ASX 200 dividend share: analysts

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these ASX 200 dividend shares could be buys...

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX shares to buy in 2023

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is feeling bullish about these ASX shares in 2023...

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ETFs

Chasing the latest Vanguard Australian Shares (VAS) ETF payout? Don't miss the cut-off

| Tristan Harrison

Here are the dates to know for the upcoming distribution.

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Resources Shares

Why is the Core Lithium share price being beaten by the benchmark today?

| Monica O'Shea

What's the deal with lithium shares today?

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Resources Shares

Iron ore price in 2023: Bull vs. bear

| Monica O'Shea

What's the outlook for iron ore?

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Healthcare Shares

Can CSL shares yield a high return in 2023?

| James Mickleboro

Will CSL be a market beater next year?

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are feeling bullish about these ASX shares...

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Share Gainers

Why Dreadnought, Pointsbet, Rio Tinto, and Woodside shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a good day...

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Opinions

3 ASX shares tipped for market-beating returns in 2023: experts

| Tristan Harrison

These could be some of the leading stocks next year.

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Share Fallers

Why Block, Life360, Pilbara Minerals, and Syrah shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are under pressure on Wednesday...

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Dividend Investing

How I'd invest $200 a month in ASX dividend shares to target a $14,000 passive income for life

| Mitchell Lawler

Sitting back and collecting $14,000 per year could be more straightforward than you thought...

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How to invest

No savings at 45? I'd use the Warren Buffett method to build retirement wealth

| James Mickleboro

Here's how you could retire rich...

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Gold

Why are ASX 200 gold shares having such a top run today?

| Monica O'Shea

Why are gold producers lifting higher today?

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Bank Shares

Better buy for 2023: Westpac vs. ANZ shares

| Tristan Harrison

Which of these big banks is the best bet?

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