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Share Market News

Why is short interest in Sayona Mining shares growing?

| James Mickleboro

Why won't short sellers leave this lithium miner alone?

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Bank Shares

CBA shares hit another new high! Too late to buy?

| Bronwyn Allen

At today's new record price, CBA's market capitalisation is just $1 billion short of the ASX 200's most valuable stock,…

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Broker Notes

Why these 3 ASX 200 shares just gained significant broker upgrades

| Bernd Struben

The brokers just boosted their outlooks for these ASX 200 shares. But why?

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Real Estate Shares

Are ASX real estate shares building towards a better FY25?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s the outlook for the ASX real estate sector.

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Gold

Want gold exposure? Goldman Sachs says this ASX 200 gold stock is a buy

| James Mickleboro

Here's a gold miner that could deliver big returns for investors.

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Travel Shares

Qantas shares lift amid new investment in next-generation aircraft

| Bernd Struben

Qantas' next generation aircraft could cut costs, travel time and emissions.

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Energy Shares

Paladin Energy shares sink on $1.25b uranium acquisition news

| James Mickleboro

Investors haven't responded positively to the news.

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Earnings Results

ASX 200 stock jumps 10% on strong FY24 results

| James Mickleboro

How did this KFC restaurant operator perform in FY 2024?

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ETFs

What is the average return of the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this ASX ETF delivering good returns?

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Broker Notes

Buy this ASX 200 stock for 'stability and growth potential'

| James Mickleboro

One analyst has good things to say about this stock.

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Opinions

Can Coles shares outperform the ASX 200 Index from here?

| Kate Lee, CFA (TMFklee)

Can Coles shares outperform the ASX 200 Index? Here's why I think so.

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AI Stocks

The AI money flow: Why you can't afford to miss stocks like Nvidia and this rising ASX 200 tech stock

| Bernd Struben

Not all ASX tech companies will benefit from AI, but I think this one could keep soaring higher.

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Materials Shares

Meet the ASX copper stock that could rise 30%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks recent weakness has created a buying opportunity.

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Dividend Investing

4 ASX income stocks for Aussie investors to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these buy-rated stocks.

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International Stock News

Nvidia stock drops 6.5%, dragging artificial intelligence stocks lower

| Travis Hoium

Is the AI bubble bursting?

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Dividend Investing

This 6% ASX dividend stock can pay $100 cash every month

| Sebastian Bowen

If I wanted dividend cash up front, every month, I'd go with this stock.

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Broker Notes

Buy Telstra shares due to its 'excessive' discount

| James Mickleboro

This telco giant's shares could be unnecessarily cheap according to Bell Potter.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to buy with 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these stocks are top options for income investors and expect yields of 6%+.

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Retail Shares

Is the FY25 outlook compelling for Wesfarmers shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Should owners of Wesfarmers shares be optimistic about the future?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A better day is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what's happening.

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Opinions

If I were 60 I'd buy these ASX shares for dividends

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could provide strong levels of passive income for years.

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ETFs

Want to diversify your portfolio? Try this growth ASX ETF

| Tristan Harrison

This all-in-one ETF approach could be just the ticket.

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ETFs

How to invest in US weight loss drug stocks on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to buy shares in the maker of Ozempic? There's an ASX ETF for that.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Over $100 million of GYG shares sold by insiders on day one. Should investors be worried?

| Tristan Harrison

Is it a bad sign that insiders sold a lot of their GYG shares on day one?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a pretty awful start to the trading week for ASX shares today.

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Dividend Investing

Bell Potter says these ASX dividend shares are top buys this month

| James Mickleboro

The broker says these shares are in the buy zone right now.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why is this ASX share crashing 60% on Monday?

| James Mickleboro

Shareholders of this stock may need a stiff drink today.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Paladin Energy shares on ice as fission-powered acquisition rumours grow

| Sebastian Bowen

It looks like Paladin is about to go shopping...

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Small Cap Shares

Guess which small cap ASX stock could rise 50% in a 'transformational year'

| James Mickleboro

This small cap has been tipped to rise materially from current levels. But why?

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IPOs

How rich are the Guzman Y Gomez founders following the company's IPO?

| Sebastian Bowen

Guzman's IPO has netted its co-founders millions...

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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 Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares? Here's why you'll like NAB's inflation forecast

| Bernd Struben

NAB’s inflation forecast could see ASX 200 shares rally on Wednesday. But why?

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Growth Shares

2 ASX 200 compounding machines to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be great long term options for investors.

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Share Fallers

Why Cettire, Metcash, ResMed, and Star Entertainment shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. But why?

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Energy Shares

How the 'nuclear renaissance' could send ASX uranium stocks like Paladin through the roof

| Bernd Struben

The stars could be aligning for ASX uranium stocks. But why?

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Tax

Don't forget your franking credits this tax time

| Sebastian Bowen

Franking credits form an important part of your returns from your dividend shares.

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Share Gainers

Why Cleanaway, IGO, Myer, and Premier Investments shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week positively. But why?

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Share Market News

CBA share price outpacing BHP shares on Monday in the race for biggest ASX stock

| Bernd Struben

CBA’s soaring share price could see the Aussie bank dethrone BHP as the biggest company on the ASX.

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Industrials Shares

ASX industrial stock rallying amid $110 million acquisition with 'valuable efficiencies'

| James Mickleboro

This waste management company is expanding its presence in Melbourne.

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Opinions

Prediction: My 2 top ASX shares to beat the market in 2024 and beyond

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish about these two stocks for the short-term and long-term.

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