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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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Broker Notes

Citi: Growth 'possible' for Bank of Queensland shares

| Zach Bristow

Opinions are still mixed, however.

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Materials Shares

This ASX 300 mining stock is jumping on 'national significance' news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is getting investors excited on Monday.

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Share Fallers

Why did the Web Travel share price just crash 32%?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is up 0.3% at this same time.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which $9 billion company is acquiring another ASX stock

| James Mickleboro

This big fish is looking to acquire a small fish in a $45 million deal.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

TPG Telecom shares rise on $5.2b asset sale to Vocus

| James Mickleboro

The telco is unlocking value by divesting assets. Here's what's happening.

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Technology Shares

Why are Appen shares sinking today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is going on with this high-flying tech stock today.

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Energy Shares

Own Woodside shares? Here is your Q3 preview

| James Mickleboro

What is the market expecting from this energy giant on Wednesday?

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Technology Shares

Buy rating: Bell Potter just upgraded this ASX tech stock

| James Mickleboro

The broker has become even more positive on this growing company. Let's find out why.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy for 2025 and beyond

| James Mickleboro

These funds give investors access to quality companies from a range of industries and locations.

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Opinions

I'm close to making this ASX 200 stock my next investment

| Tristan Harrison

I think this company has a lot of potential.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Retail Shares

3 reasons why I think Wesfarmers shares are a buy after surging 21% in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

I believe Wesfarmers is one of the best stocks around for a few key reasons.

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Share Market News

These buy-rated ASX dividend stocks offer 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Brokers believe that big dividend yields are coming for buyers of these shares.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Telstra and these ASX dividend shares now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think income investors should be buying these stocks right now.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A positive start to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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International Stock News

Where will Nvidia stock be in 2025?

| Harsh Chauhan

The stock seems set up for another blockbuster year after stunning gains in 2023 and 2024.

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ETFs

4 excellent ASX ETFs to buy for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be top options for investors right now.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Dividend Investing

These ASX dividend stocks offer 4% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated stocks could be great options for income investors.

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Dividend Investing

2 Australian dividend shares to buy while they're still cheap

| Tristan Harrison

I like the look of these stocks for passive income.

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ETFs

Buy and hold these ASX ETFs for 20 years

| James Mickleboro

These funds could help you build your wealth over the long term.

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Dividend Investing

Buy 7,353 shares of this ASX dividend superstar for $5,000 per year in passive income

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts think this stock would be a good option for income investors?

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Energy Shares

Better buy: Santos or Woodside shares?

| James Mickleboro

Which energy giant does Morgans think investors should be buying? Let's find out.

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Financial Shares

AMP's $1.1 billion capital return program is complete. What does this mean for dividends?

| Tristan Harrison

What are the chances that AMP shareholders will continue to receive passive income?

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How to invest

Here's how I'd invest $200 a month and aim for $50,000 of annual passive income

| James Mickleboro

Getting paid without having to lift a finger? Sign me up!

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Dividend Investing

Best long-term ASX dividend shares to buy in October 2024

| Motley Fool Staff

Looking to boost your future income?

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords share surged 5% today

| Tristan Harrison

This global tech stock continues to impress.

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Bank Shares

ANZ shares outpace the ASX 200 as bond scandal intensifies

| Tristan Harrison

ASIC is not finished with the ASX bank share yet.

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Energy Shares

Why the Woodside dividend could be in danger

| Tristan Harrison

Analysts are feeling less energetic about the income potential from this stock.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Gainers

Why Block, Cettire, Mesoblast, and Regis Resources shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, Fletcher Building, Neometals, and WAM Research shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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International Stock News

Will Nvidia be a $10 trillion stock by 2029?

| Ryan Vanzo

The idea is not as far-fetched as you think.

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International Stock News

Why artificial intellingence (AI) stock super Micro Computer popped this week

| Howard Smith

A short-seller report knocked the stock down, but Supermicro says business is booming.

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Dividend Investing

Top broker names 2 ASX 200 dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be great options for income investors according to its analysts.

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Gold

This is one of the best ASX 200 gold shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be buying this gold miner for big returns.

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Technology Shares

Why is the Appen share price frozen today?

| James Mickleboro

This high-flying AI stock has requested a trading halt this morning.

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Dividend Investing

Put $10,000 in this ASX 200 dividend stock for $10,000 in annual passive income

| Bernd Struben

Here’s how I’d aim for $10,000 of annual passive income from this ASX 200 dividend stock.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should you buy the dip on Guzman y Gomez shares?

| Tristan Harrison

This Mexican food restaurant is serving up some spicy growth.

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Broker Notes

Goldman Sachs is betting on this ASX 200 stock for big returns

| James Mickleboro

Should you be placing a bet on this gaming stock?

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