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Technology Shares

Can ASX 200 tech shares produce another strong performance in FY25?

| Tristan Harrison

Is the tech sector capable of beating the overall ASX share market in the next 12 months?

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Opinions

3 ASX small-cap shares I think have explosive growth potential

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Here's my list of 3 ASX small-cap shares for growth.

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Materials Shares

Why are Liontown shares in a trading halt today?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium stock isn't roaring today. What's going on?

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International Stock News

Can Nvidia stock cross $1,000 again after the stock split?

| Manali Pradhan

Can Nvidia's share price propel itself to the $1,000 mark in the coming decade?

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Bank Shares

Bendigo Bank shares fall on surprise CEO exit

| James Mickleboro

This regional bank's CEO is stepping down after six years in the role.

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Dividend Investing

What is the outlook for ASX 200 dividend shares in FY25?

| Tristan Harrison

There could be some large dividend payments in the new financial year, despite economic uncertainty.

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Share Market News

Where to invest $10,000 in ASX 200 shares in July

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could deliver big returns for investors.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX income shares in July: Analysts

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these stocks that brokers rate as buys.

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International Stock News

Why Tesla stock popped ahead of second-quarter deliveries

| Howard Smith

Tesla's quarterly delivery report may exceed reduced estimates.

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How to invest

Beginner investors: I suggest you start with these 2 ASX dividend powerhouses for decades of income

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two stocks are perfect for any beginner investor...

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Opinions

3 cheap ASX passive income shares I'd buy to target $1,000 a month

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Here's my list of 3 cheap ASX shares to invest in for additional passive income.

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Technology Shares

Brokers just put buy ratings on these ASX 200 tech stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are urging investors to snap up these stocks.

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Speculative

Meet the speculative ASX stock tipped to rise 180%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this share could almost triple in value.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to buy with 5%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these income options are top buys this month.

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Financial Shares

Here's a recap on IAG shares in FY24 – and their FY25 outlook

| Zach Bristow

Investors lifted the bid on IAG's stock in the second half.

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Resources Shares

What went right and what went wrong for the BHP share price in FY 2024?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares gave back their first half-year gains and then some in the second half of FY 2024. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Will it be a better session for Aussie investors today? Let's find out.

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Gold

How these three ASX gold stocks soared above the rest in FY 2024

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX gold shares flying higher in FY 2024. But why?

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Bank Shares

Would Warren Buffett buy CBA shares today?

| Tristan Harrison

There are both pros and cons to a potential CBA investment.

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Healthcare Shares

What's the outlook for ASX healthcare shares in FY25?

| Zach Bristow

Could it be a healthy year?

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Retirement

What's the average superannuation balance based on where you live?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Are you keeping up with the Joneses in your super balance?

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ETFs

2 of the best reasons to buy ASX ETFs

| Tristan Harrison

Here are two of my favourite factors to like exchange-traded funds.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough start to the trading week for ASX investors today.

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Blue Chip Shares

4 excellent ASX 200 blue chip shares to supercharge your investment portfolio

| James Mickleboro

These could be blue chip buys this month according to analysts.

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Resources Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX mining stocks to buy in FY25

| James Mickleboro

These could be top picks for investors looking for access to the mining sector.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals shares hit 22-month low. Are short-sellers holding tight?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are short sellers finally leaving Pilbara shares be?

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ETFs

Why it's a big day for ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own any ASX ETF, you'll want to read this...

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Share Gainers

Why Coronado Global, EML, Immutep, and Lendlease shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week strongly. But why?

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ETFs

Own the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV)? Here's your next ASX dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular ETF has just revealed is latest dividend...

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Motley Fool Take Stock

The secret to a worry-free holiday

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

What I’ve done to prepare my portfolio for three weeks largely off-grid.

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Share Fallers

Why Guzman Y Gomez, MacMahon, Strike Energy, and WiseTech shares are sinking

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Monday. But why?

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52-Week Highs

The Yancoal share price just rocketed to new 52-week highs. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The Yancoal share price is within a whisker of hitting new all-time highs on Monday. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why these losing ASX stocks could be a better buy than AI right now

| Zach Bristow

Tech is trading back at lofty valuations.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX tech share is sinking after $45 million founder sell-down

| Sebastian Bowen

This company's founders just sold millions worth of stock.

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX 200 coal shares smashing the market today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 coal shares are racing higher even as the benchmark sinks on Monday. But why?

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Growth Shares

I'd buy these 2 top ASX growth shares in a heartbeat

| Tristan Harrison

Here are two stocks I’m bullish about.

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Dividend Investing

Which ASX dividend shares are predicted to have the highest yields in FY25?

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could deliver enormous cash flow in this new financial year.

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Bank Shares

Why did CBA shares jump 27% in FY24?

| James Mickleboro

Australia's largest bank delivered the goods for shareholders in FY24.

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto share price marching higher amid $426 million 'industry-leading' step

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto shares are outpacing the ASX 200 on Monday. But why?

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