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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

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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Share Market News

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up last week

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX real estate shares were strongest amid a volatile week during which the ASX 200 set a new record.

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Healthcare Shares

This ASX 200 med-tech stock has no debt, pays dividends and is growing at 30% per year!

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is delivering very healthy growth.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have good things to say about these income options.

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Superannuation

Top 10 superannuation growth funds of FY24 revealed

| Bronwyn Allen

The median superannuation growth fund delivered 9.1% returns in FY24. How does your fund compare?

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Broker Notes

Which beaten down ASX 200 share did Goldman Sachs just upgrade to a buy rating?

| James Mickleboro

The broker has become more bullish on this stock following last week's update.

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Retirement

Retirement, extra income, holidays: Top 10 reasons Aussies invest

| Bronwyn Allen

Some people invest to build wealth for retirement while others are focussed on lifestyle improvements.

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Best Shares

The best ASX shares to invest $1,000 in right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think that putting your money into these stocks could be a smart move.

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Dividend Investing

Top brokers name 3 ASX dividend stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares were give the thumbs up by analysts last week. But why?

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Share Market News

4 ASX ETFs to buy for FY25 and beyond

| James Mickleboro

Could these ETFs be top options for investors looking for long term picks?

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Opinions

How I'd invest $10,000 in ASX shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about the prospects of these stocks.

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Share Market News

What's the outlook for shares vs. property in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

Generally speaking, there is optimism among the experts for both shares and property in FY25.

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Resources Shares

Where will BHP shares be in 3 years?

| Tristan Harrison

The miner has some big plans in the works. Here's my view on what could happen with BHP shares.

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Bank Shares

Research shows winners keep on winning. Should you stick to CBA shares?

| Zach Bristow

The verdict is out, but data says winners can keep on winning.

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Retirement

How much superannuation should I have at 50?

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out if you are on track for a comfortable retirement.

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Best Shares

Top ASX shares to buy before earnings season

| Motley Fool Staff

It's almost time to take a look at the books!

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Premium Reports

Dividends vs Buybacks [PREMIUM ARTICLE]

| Motley Fool Staff

We're here to talk the good, the bad, and the ugly...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 had a horrible end to its trading week this Friday.

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Materials Shares

What's happening with Lake Resources shares today?

| Bernd Struben

Lake Resources is eyeing technology improvements to help cut costs.

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Gold

Bright future: Bullish expert tips gold price to top $3,950 per ounce

| Zach Bristow

The golden times could still be ahead for the yellow metal.

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Broker Notes

3 ASX shares brokers tip for significant outperformance in FY 2025

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers expect some significant outperformance from these three ASX shares.

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Technology Shares

Are DroneShield shares still fundamentally expensive now?

| Sebastian Bowen

DroneShield shares still look expensive, but the growth is there...

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Healthcare Shares

Do weight loss drugs pose a threat to ResMed shares?

| Zach Bristow

It's a question being asked amongst investor circles in 2024.

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Share Fallers

Why Aurelia Metals, Australian Ethical, Lifestyle Communities, and Regis Resources shares are falling

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling heavily with the market. But why?

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Technology Shares

Should we be worried about a Nasdaq stock market crash?

| Bernd Struben

The tech sell-off has seen the Nasdaq plunge 3.4% in two days. Now what?

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Share Gainers

Why Adore Beauty, Domino's, DroneShield, and Universal Store shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

Not all shares are falling today. Why are these rising?

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Dividend Investing

One ASX dividend machine I'd buy over Fortescue shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

When it comes to dividends, growth can be better than a high yield.

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How to invest

3 things I've just learned from this billionaire investor

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Let's learn from seasoned billionaire investor Howard Marks.

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Bank Shares

Why are ASX 200 bank shares REALLY surging in 2024?

| Zach Bristow

Was it due to fundamentals, or purely sentiment?

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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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Opinions

Why I'm still super excited about Guzman y Gomez shares

| Tristan Harrison

GYG is an exciting prospect in my opinion.

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Bank Shares

Westpac share price dips despite APRA cutting risk capital add-on

| Bronwyn Allen

Westpac shares are down, along with other ASX 200 bank stocks, despite good news from APRA.

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Share Fallers

Down 26% in 5 days, why is this ASX 200 real estate stock crashing again today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are displeased with the latest announcement from the ASX 200 real estate stock.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why these ASX retail shares are surging while the market dives

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the selloff. But why?

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Energy Shares

Whitehaven share price smashes the benchmark amid 34% production boost

| Bernd Struben

Whitehaven shares are gaining even as the wider market sinks on Friday.

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International Stock News

The CEO of Nvidia just sold 700,000 shares of his company's stock. Here's what investors need to know

| Johnny Rice

What could it mean?

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Growth Shares

5 ASX growth shares rated as buys this month

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these stocks. Let's see why they could be good options for growth investors.

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Retail Shares

Meet the ASX retail stock that could double in value

| Tristan Harrison

I’d definitely put this retail stock in my shopping basket.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend stocks with great yields to buy today

| James Mickleboro

These dividend options have been given the thumbs up by analysts.

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Bank Shares

I predict this ASX bank stock to be the next in line to pop

| Tristan Harrison

I rate this ASX bank share as the best opportunity in the industry.

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