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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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Retirement

2 ~5%+ yielding ASX shares to buy for a retirement account in August

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these stocks could offer great yields, which could make them top options for retirees.

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Cheap Shares

2 bargain ASX shares with at least 20% growth and that pay dividends

| Zach Bristow

These two names are favoured by brokers.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Will the ASX lift again today? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX 200 shares to buy in August

| James Mickleboro

These stocks are top picks in August according to the broker.

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Retirement

Don't ruin retirement by making this common mistake in times like these

| Zach Bristow

As always, a long-term horizon is the most crucial aspect.

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Dividend Investing

These 5%+ ASX dividend shares pay cash every quarter

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these stocks that pay quarterly dividends as buys.

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ETFs

How I'd use the Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (NDQ) to create $1,000 of monthly passive income

| Tristan Harrison

This growth ETF could be a leading contender for cash flow.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors breathed a sigh of relief this Tuesday...

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Share Market News

The 3 most popular stocks on the ASX today: Do you own them?

| Zach Bristow

Do you hold any of these stocks?

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Healthcare Shares

This ASX stock could rise 60%+

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter sees major upside for this buy-rated stock. But why?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 steadies on today's RBA interest rate call

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are taking the RBA’s latest interest rate call in stride.

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Opinions

2 sold-off ASX stocks I'd buy amid this market chaos

| Tristan Harrison

I’m really excited about the potential and sell-off of these stocks.

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Dividend Investing

This 8% ASX dividend stock is my pick for instant income

| Zach Bristow

With its pullback in 2024, current yields are attractive.

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Resources Shares

Is it time to sell your BHP shares?

| Bernd Struben

Amid a gloomy iron ore outlook, this top broker reevaluates the outlook for BHP shares.

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Share Gainers

Why Catalyst Metals, Goodman, Liontown, and NextDC shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are climbing more than most today. But why?

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Broker Notes

5 ASX retail shares to buy (one with 38% potential upside)

| Bronwyn Allen

The consumer discretionary sector is leading the ASX 200 bounce back on Tuesday.

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Share Fallers

Why Audinate, Pro Medicus, Vista, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are continuing to fall on Tuesday. But why?

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Technology Shares

There's a bright side to DroneShield shares after falling 49% in 3 weeks

| Bernd Struben

DroneShield shares have lost almost half their value in three weeks. But there’s a silver lining here.

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ETFs

Would I buy the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) this week?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this the right time to invest in the Aussie share market?

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Cheap Shares

Why I think this ASX penny stock is a bargain near its 52-week low

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Looking for a bargain ASX share to invest in? This small cap looks interesting to me.

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Bank Shares

Westpac shares rally as woolly business gets shorn

| Bronwyn Allen

RAMs home loans mascot Raymond is heading to the shearing sheds.

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Retail Shares

Wesfarmers shares are down 6% from their all-time highs. Are they in the buy zone?

| Zach Bristow

The stock has tracked the broader market closely in recent days.

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Opinions

Nearing a recession? Here are 3 ASX shares I would consider today

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Here is a list of three ASX shares that I think are well-positioned.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is gaining today on a $354 million impairment

| Bernd Struben

Investors are taking the ASX 200 stock’s $354 million impairment charge in stride.

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Motley Fool Take Stock

Global Rout? I need you to read this.

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

The falls of the past few days offer nothing but opportunity.

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Materials Shares

Why is this ASX mining stock rocketing 30% today?

| James Mickleboro

Some big news is coming out of this stock on Tuesday.

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Defensive Shares

2 recession-proof ASX shares to buy in August

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be two of the most defensive on the ASX.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Woodside share price tumbles on US$2.35b acquisition

| James Mickleboro

Woodside has made its second acquisition in the space of just two weeks.

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Technology Shares

This ASX tech share is crashing 50% despite explosive FY24 profit growth

| James Mickleboro

FY 2024 was a strong year for this company. But what about next year?

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Materials Shares

Liontown shares storms higher on new production milestones

| James Mickleboro

This lithium miner is continuing to achieve new milestones. What is it this time?

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX lithium share is sinking 17% on takeover disappointment

| James Mickleboro

This lithium developer has received an approach. What is it worth to shareholders?

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Opinions

Is now the right time to buy ASX shares amid an impending recession?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be buying or selling during this volatility?

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Healthcare Shares

2 of the best-performing ASX healthcare shares in 2024 so far

| Zach Bristow

The healthcare domain continues its dominance in 2024.

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Communication Shares

Telstra shares dive another 4%! Time to pounce?

| Zach Bristow

It's been a volatile year for the telco's share price.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say these ASX income stocks are top buys

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income? Brokers reckon these stocks could be the way to do it.

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Resources Shares

Is there any hope for Core Lithium shares?

| Zach Bristow

Opinions are mixed.

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International Stock News

Why Nvidia stock crashed overnight

| Danny Vena

A perfect storm buffeted the chipmaker to kick off the week.

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Healthcare Shares

Why now is an 'attractive buying opportunity' for CSL shares

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is feeling bullish about this high quality name.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX 200 shares to buy in August

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been given a big thumbs up by the broker this month.

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Technology Shares

Buy this ASX tech stock that trades at an 'unjustified' discount

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is tipping a 20%+ return from this stock.

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