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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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Small Cap Shares

Broker names a 'key small-cap investment opportunity'

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is saying good things about this growing small cap.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The ASX 200 stock is falling on its trading update

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how this retailer is performing in FY 2025.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares I'm loading up on in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

I’m feeling bullish about these businesses.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs for growth investors this month

| James Mickleboro

Here's what type of stocks these funds provide investors with access to.

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Opinions

Why I think now is a great time to invest in this ASX financial share

| Tristan Harrison

I think it’s time to buy AFIC shares.

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Technology Shares

Guess which exciting ASX 200 tech stock could rocket 50%+

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks this company's shares could be seriously undervalued.

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Bank Shares

Warning! Why CBA shares could crash 30%

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is warning investors to be careful with this bank's shares.

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Dividend Investing

Why these ASX dividend shares are best buys

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Bell Potter have good things to say about these stocks.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

This blue-chip ASX dividend stock has a P/E ratio of 10 and a yield of 7%

| Zach Bristow

Value at a good price is always a strong mix.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names more of the best ASX 200 stocks to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

These stocks are highly rated by analysts at Morgans in September. But why?

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Healthcare Shares

1 big factor to keep in mind before buying Pro Medicus shares

| Zach Bristow

Investors would be wise to consider this metric.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX 200 dividend shares for 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be great options for income investors. But why?

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Dividend Investing

Are JB Hi-Fi shares still a buy for dividends after soaring 38% in 6 months?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this ASX dividend share a bargain?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a great finish to the week for Aussie investors on Friday the 13th.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a convincing return to form for ASX shares today...

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Energy Shares

Woodside shares march higher despite closure-causing hurricane

| Tristan Harrison

The oil and gas giant’s investors are unfazed by the hurricane.

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Share Gainers

Why is the Appen share price leaping 18% without a word today

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are sending Appen shares soaring on Thursday. But why?

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Growth Shares

Investing for growth? Here are 6 ASX stocks Macquarie tips to outperform

| Bronwyn Allen

Top broker Macquarie reveals its 12-month share price targets for several growth stocks.

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ETFs

4 super ETFs for ASX investors to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

Let's dig a bit deeper into these high quality ETFs this month.

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Technology Shares

ASX tech shares party on as OpenAI lands $225 billion valuation

| Sebastian Bowen

Some interesting international developments seem to be driving ASX tech stocks higher today...

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Materials Shares

ASX lithium shares could be set for a bull run if this 25% forecast is right

| Bronwyn Allen

Top broker Citi predicts a 20% to 25% rise in lithium commodity prices over the next 2 to 3 months.

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Healthcare Shares

ASX All Ords share higher despite major shareholder cashing out 30% stake

| Bronwyn Allen

Investors in this ASX All Ords healthcare share appear unperturbed by news of a major sell-down.

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Resources Shares

3 bullish points for lithium stocks inside IGO's grand game plan

| Zach Bristow

Lithium continues to be a talking point.

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Travel Shares

How this unexpected glut could fuel the Qantas share price into 2025

| Bernd Struben

Qantas shares are up 27% in 2024, and this unexpected glut could offer more tailwinds ahead.

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Economy

US inflation hits a 3-year milestone. What Aussie investors need to know

| Sebastian Bowen

American inflation is falling, and rate cuts might be imminent...

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Share Gainers

Here's why ASX uranium shares are going on an explosive run today

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending ASX uranium shares rocketing on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Morgans names the best ASX 200 stocks to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

Which stocks is the broker feeling bullish on this month? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Why Dimerix, Paladin Energy, Pilbara Minerals, and Resolute Mining shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye with strong gains on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why BHP, Brickworks, National Storage, and Nine shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling on Thursday. But why?

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International Stock News

Nvidia soared today thanks to AI news — Is it time to buy the stock?

| Keith Noonan

Can investors still win with Nvidia stock after today's explosive gains?

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Materials Shares

Top broker forecasts Mineral Resources share price could soar another 30%

| Bernd Struben

Up 25% in two days, this leading broker thinks Mineral Resources shares have a lot more to give.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 24% in a month! This ASX biotech share is hitting a record high on trial update

| James Mickleboro

The SECuRE trial is getting investors excited. Here's the latest.

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Resources Shares

Why the iron ore price could have further to fall

| Tristan Harrison

Things are not looking positive for Australia’s key commodity.

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Industrials Shares

Why is this ASX defence stock rocketing 23% today?

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited today? Let's find out.

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Communication Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is tanking on its CEO exit

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are hitting the sell button as this leading media company looks for a new top dog.

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Healthcare Shares

What's going on with the NIB share price today?

| James Mickleboro

We now know when the private health insurer's long-serving CEO is stepping down.

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Materials Shares

Why is the BHP share price sinking on Thursday?

| James Mickleboro

Here's why today's decline could actually be good news for shareholders.

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Industrials Shares

Brickworks shares tumble on $172m profit hit

| James Mickleboro

The company is battling tough trading condition in two key markets.

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Bank Shares

Here's why the dividend yield tells us CBA shares are too expensive

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm using a simple metric to determine if CBA is too expensive...

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Dividend Investing

Is the new Soul Patts dividend reinvestment plan (DRP) worth taking up?

| Tristan Harrison

Investors can now opt to take part in the DRP instead of receiving cash.

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