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International Stock News

A recession could be inevitable. Don't panic — do this instead

| Rich Duprey

All the signs are pointing to a recession, but there are actions investors can take now to weather the storm.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Whitehaven share price surging 7% on Wednesday?

| James Mickleboro

This coal miner's shares are now up 250% in 2022...

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Retirement

Almost ready to retire? I'd buy ASX dividend shares now to capitalise on a stock market recovery

| Brooke Cooper

There might be plenty of quality dividend stocks trading for bargain prices right now.

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Resources Shares

Why is the Rio Tinto share price marching higher again today?

| Bernd Struben

ESG focused investors will likely applaud Rio Tinto’s new investment plans in the Pilbara.

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Bank Shares

Why did the CBA share price jump to a 52-week high in November?

| James Mickleboro

CBA shares were on form and hit a 52-week high in November. Here's why...

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International Stock News

3 reasons to buy Amazon stock right now

| Will Ebiefung

The tech giant is trading at a much cheaper valuation than usual.

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Travel Shares

Why did the Qantas share price take off in November?

| James Mickleboro

Qantas has been a positive performer in November...

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Technology Shares

Could these be the best ASX tech shares to buy now for 2023?

| Tristan Harrison

I’m looking for a turnaround opportunity in the ASX tech share space.

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Technology Shares

Temple & Webster share price rockets 15% on 'good sign'

| James Mickleboro

This online retailer's shares are having a very strong day...

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Materials Shares

What's boosting the Fortescue share price on Wednesday?

| James Mickleboro

Fortescue has made a key appointment...

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International Stock News

Chinese stocks are soaring. Here's why

| Dan Caplinger

Investors are optimistic on Tuesday, but there are still plenty of risks involved with investing in China.

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Share Market News

Which ASX directors were buying and selling their company shares in November?

| Brooke Cooper

Have recent downturns provided buying opportunities for these stocks?

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Dividend Investing

Why this ASX 200 dividend share could be an income gold mine hiding in plain sight

| Tristan Harrison

This resources share could be a top income payer in the coming years.

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Share Market News

Broker says this ASX 200 coal share could offer a market-beating 29% return in 2023

| James Mickleboro

This coal miner could beat the market again in 2023...

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Opinions

Why I'm buying ASX shares in this once-in-a-lifetime market to try and retire early

| Tristan Harrison

Lower share prices during 2022 have provided the ideal time to pick up cheap opportunities.

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Energy Shares

Is OPEC about to give ASX 200 energy shares a boost?

| Bernd Struben

As global growth slows, oil supplies are looking plentiful. Perhaps too plentiful for some.

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Growth Shares

2 explosive ASX growth shares to buy according to experts

| James Mickleboro

These growth shares could be in the buy zone...

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Resources Shares

2 ASX 200 energy and mining shares hot to buy right now: experts

| Tony Yoo

After a sensational 2022 from the sectors that dig up the good stuff, 2023 could be more rocky when fewer…

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Investing Strategies

'Back a winner': Expert names his 3 best ASX shares for 2023

| Tony Yoo

This trio of stocks won't let you down in the new year as growth comes roaring back, claims one finance…

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name 2 ASX 200 dividend shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 dividend shares could be top options for income investors...

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Ask a Fund Manager

2 absolute bargain ASX shares to buy right now: analyst

| Tony Yoo

Ask A Fund Manager: Bell Direct's Grady Wulff examines three stocks that have plunged this year to see if they're…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Will the ASX 200 be heading higher again today?

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Broker Notes

Morgans tips these ASX 200 shares to jump 20%

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 200 shares could have major upside potential...

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Blue Chip Shares

2 high quality blue chip ASX 200 shares named as buys by analysts

| James Mickleboro

These ASX 50 shares could be top options for investors...

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Financial Shares

If you'd bought $10,000 of AMP shares at the start of the year, congrats! Here's what you'd have now

| Monica O'Shea

Things are looking up for this ASX financial share.

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Communication Shares

Guess which 'boring' ASX 200 share became one of the top dividend boosters of 2022

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at the latest Janus Henderson dividend report.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Guess which healthcare stock led the index on Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

The 10 ASX 200 shares responsible for 60% of all Aussie dividends last quarter

| Brooke Cooper

Can you guess which Aussie giants made the list?

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Retirement

Buy these ETFs for an income in retirement

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs could be great options for a retirement portfolio...

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52-Week Highs

The Webjet share price hit a new 52-week high today. What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

How much higher can Webjet shares fly?

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Bank Shares

Are Bank of Queensland shares a buy following the CEO's shock ousting?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors bank on BOQ turning things around?

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Materials Shares

Why is the Lynas share price leaping higher today?

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at what Lynas reported at today's AGM.

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Share Gainers

Ainsworth Game Tech, BHP, Fisher & Paykel, and Leo Lithium shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having strong sessions...

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Resources Shares

Here's what's boosting these ASX 200 mining giants today

| Bernd Struben

The ASX miners often rise and fall on news out of China. Today looks to be no exception.

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How to invest

Without any investments at 40, I'd apply the Warren Buffett method to help me build wealth!

| Sebastian Bowen

Warren Buffett can teach us how to grow wealth at any age.

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Technology Shares

Why has the Novonix share price crumbled 19% in 2 weeks?

| Brooke Cooper

The ASX 200 tech giant is handing back much of its whopping October gains.

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Share Fallers

Why Bubs, City Chic, Collins Foods, and Queensland Pacific Metals are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are sinking on Tuesday...

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Gold and lithium are driving ASX 200 trading volumes this Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

Does this ASX All Ordinaries share really have a dividend yield of 29% right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

It sounds almost too good to be true.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Who needs nuance?

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

We are not perfect. Nor is anyone else.

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