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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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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX lithium share is rocketing 25% on a new, high-grade discovery

| Bernd Struben

Investors are snapping up shares in this small-cap explorer after the announcement of its latest rock chip sampling results.

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Bank Shares

Bank of Queensland share price leaps 8% higher on results and NIM outlook

| James Mickleboro

This bank share is having a strong day on Wednesday...

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Bank Shares

Everything you need to know about the upsized Bank of Queensland dividend

| Tristan Harrison

More investment income is headed to investors in the regional bank.

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International Stock News

Does it matter what share class of Berkshire Hathaway stock you buy? Maybe

| Bram Berkowitz

Investors can decide to purchase Class A or Class B shares of Berkshire. But which has better performance?

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Materials Shares

IGO share price in the green on high-grade lithium news

| Bernd Struben

We take a look at the latest lithium exploration results from IGO's JV partner at Mt Alexander, in Western Australia.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals shares: Buy, hold, or fold?

| Brooke Cooper

Let's see what some experts are saying.

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Capital Raising

NIB share price halted amid equity raise and NDIS expansion

| James Mickleboro

NIB is raising funds for a new acquisition...

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International Stock News

3 of the top-growing stocks on Earth

| Dani Cook

These companies have been hit hard in 2022 but are likely to see significant growth over the long term.

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Materials Shares

Lake Resources share price jumps on lithium offtake and investment news

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share is having a strong day...

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ETFs

Why this ASX ETF might help investors sleep better at night

| Tristan Harrison

The businesses in this portfolio could give investors peace during these uncertain times.

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Materials Shares

If I'd invested $1,000 in Fortescue shares at the start of 2022, here's how much I'd have now

| Brooke Cooper

Would an investment in the iron ore giant earlier this year have posted a return yet?

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Technology Shares

Down 47% so far in 2022, expert says this ASX tech share is a potential 10-bagger buy

| Tristan Harrison

Investors looking for a beaten-up opportunity could find treasure with this idea.

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Bank Shares

Bank of Queensland share price on watch following FY22 results

| James Mickleboro

This regional bank has announced its results for FY 2022...

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International Stock News

2 reasons Amazon is a Warren Buffett stock

| Will Ebiefung

Amazon is a quality business with a solid economic moat.

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Broker Notes

Broker tips A2 Milk share price to jump 20%

| James Mickleboro

A2 Milk shares could be good value at the current level...

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Dividend Investing

Experts name 2 ASX 200 dividend shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have named these ASX dividend shares as buys...

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International Stock News

Why bear markets are a necessary evil

| Stefon Walters

Focus on the long term and use these markets to your advantage.

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Materials Shares

During a dismal quarter for the ASX 200, Sayona Mining shares stormed 60% higher. What's next?

| Monica O'Shea

The ASX lithium explorer is charging.

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Technology Shares

What's the outlook for ASX 200 tech shares in the second quarter?

| Bernd Struben

Tech shares have started the quarter relatively well but ongoing interest rate rises may present headwinds.

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Materials Shares

Despite recent volatility, Core Lithium shares delivered a 16% gain in Q1. Here's how

| Brooke Cooper

There was plenty of news from the ASX 200 lithium developer last quarter.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to drop into the red again on Wednesday...

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Bank Shares

A mortgage 'battleground' is coming. UBS names ASX 200 bank shares best placed to win

| Zach Bristow

The investment bank has found some opportunities within the ASX banking sector.

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Bank Shares

Looking to buy CBA shares? Here's what to watch at tomorrow's AGM

| Tristan Harrison

This year’s annual shareholder meeting could be very illuminating.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

These ASX 200 shares posted the biggest gains on the index today.

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Growth Shares

Strong growth lies ahead for these ASX 200 shares: Goldman Sachs

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs says these ASX 200 shares are buys...

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Blue Chip Shares

Morgans names 2 ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

These blue chip shares have been named as buys by Morgans...

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Bank Shares

Own CBA? Here's why you should also buy NAB shares: expert

| Tristan Harrison

The biggest bank may not be the largest opportunity in the sector.

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52-Week Highs

2 ASX All Ords shares smashing new 52-week highs today

| James Mickleboro

These All Ords shares are hitting new highs on Tuesday...

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Share Market News

What's driving the Wesfarmers share price on Tuesday?

| Monica O'Shea

Wesfarmers shares are relatively flat today. We take a closer look.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 flat despite top investment banker warning stocks could 'easy' fall another 20%

| Bruce Jackson

Euphoria of last week quickly fades as global recession looks increasingly likely.

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Bank Shares

Can perennial ASX 200 banking bridesmaid Westpac finally find love?

| Zach Bristow

Westpac could deliver, some believe.

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Share Fallers

This embattled ASX All Ords mining share is gearing up to be a FY23 winner: fundie

| Brooke Cooper

The company's earnings are expected to triple in FY23.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Core Lithium share price in the green today?

| Monica O'Shea

ASX lithium shares are pushing higher today. Here are the details.

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Share Gainers

Why Cettire, Moneyme, Piedmont Lithium, and Superloop shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having positive days...

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Opinions

Could ASX 200 shares represent a 'phenomenal opportunity' right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a once-in-a-generation chance to buy discounted shares?

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Resources Shares

Looking to buy Rio Tinto shares? Here's why this fundie says there is 'something terribly wrong'

| Bernd Struben

One fundie is questioning majority shareholder Rio's role in the resignation of Energy Resources of Australia board members.

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Share Fallers

Why Baby Bunting, Calidus, Pointsbet, and South32 shares are falling

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are dropping on Tuesday...

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Materials Shares

Why is the Piedmont Lithium share price having such a stellar run on Tuesday?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share is charging higher on Tuesday...

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Materials Shares

3 ASX mining shares rocketing higher on project developments

| Monica O'Shea

We take a look at why the shares of these three explorers are surging.

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Broker Notes

Broker says Webjet shares are one of its best buy ideas this month

| James Mickleboro

This travel share could be a top option in October...

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