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ETFs

These market-beating ASX ETFs could be fantastic options in 2024

| James Mickleboro

Looking to beat the market? Check out these ETFs.

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Gold

Why this ASX 200 gold stock is 'the BHP of gold mining'

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 gold stock owns some of the top mining assets in the world.

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Superannuation

Can your superannuation deliver you a $1 million retirement?

| Tristan Harrison

The nest egg is essential for future financial security.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP shares on watch after new $74b Anglo American takeover offer rejected

| James Mickleboro

Is it third time lucky for the mining giant?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares snatched defeat from the jaws of victory today.

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Growth Shares

2 of the best ASX growth shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe these shares are well-positioned for growth in the coming years.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Bird flu worries send this ASX 200 stock diving 17%

| Tristan Harrison

Some investors are jumping away from this stock.

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Growth Shares

Forget Nvidia: This ASX growth stock is poised for its own bull run

| Bernd Struben

I think this ASX growth stock could beat the phenomenal share price gains posted by Nvidia.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Bank Shares

If I buy 1,000 CBA shares, how much passive income will I receive?

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA's dividends might not be as lucrative as you'd think...

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Share Gainers

Why Droneshield, TechnologyOne, Telix, and Webjet shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a great session. But why?

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Financial Shares

IAG share price teases 4-year high amid cyber expedition

| Mitchell Lawler

This insurance giant is partnering up industry leaders to cover the costly damage from cyberattacks.

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Share Fallers

Why Eagers Automotive, Inghams, Patriot Battery Metals, and Wildcat shares are sinking

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Energy Shares

Is the Paladin Energy share price overcooked at $17.40?

| Sebastian Bowen

Have Paladin Energy shares climbed too high?

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords insider just bought 50 million shares in their company

| James Mickleboro

Some major insider buying has taken place. What does this mean?

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52-Week Highs

Up 63%: The A2 Milk share price just hit a new 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

A2 Milk shares can't stop winning for investors in 2024...

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52-Week Highs

Guess which 7 ASX 200 shares are smashing new 52-week highs today

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending these seven stocks soaring to new one-year highs today.

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Resources Shares

Own Fortescue shares? Here's why you now own an ASX tech stock!

| Tristan Harrison

The mining giant is now selling software.

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Share Fallers

Why this $3.2 billion ASX 200 stock just crashed 19%

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 stock is under heavy selling pressure on Wednesday. But why?

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Motley Fool Take Stock

We need to fix the economy. Here's how

| Scott Phillips (TMFGilla)

I would ask that you put the political barracking and ideology aside for a few minutes here.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why this under-the-radar ASX 200 stock is in a trading halt

| Mitchell Lawler

It looks like this top 200 company is ready to splash some cash again.

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Share Gainers

Up 246% in a year, here's why the Droneshield share price is racing higher again today

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are sending the Droneshield share price soaring today. But why?

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International Stock News

Here's why Nvidia stock could sustain its stunning bull run after May 22

| Harsh Chauhan

One analyst predicts Nvidia's data center business will see massive growth thanks to its new AI chips.

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ETFs

Here's what $10,000 invested in the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) at the start of 2023 is worth now

| Zach Bristow

Could this be a good way to gain income through capital appreciation and dividends?

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Travel Shares

Webjet share price rockets 14% on record earnings and demerger announcement

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are sending the Webjet share price flying higher on Wednesday.

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Opinions

These 2 ASX shares could win big time in the long term

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks have very appealing outlooks.

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Share Market News

How much could a $10,000 investment in Qantas shares be worth in 12 months?

| James Mickleboro

Would putting your money in the Flying Kangaroo be a smart idea?

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Energy Shares

This top broker says the Pilbara Minerals share price is going to crash 35%

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX lithium share is significantly overvalued, according to this broker.

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Technology Shares

Is this ASX 200 tech stock in the buy zone following its results?

| James Mickleboro

Is now a good time to snap up this top tech stock? Let's see what a leading broker is saying.

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Communication Shares

What are brokers saying about the Telstra share price after this week's update?

| James Mickleboro

Does the telco giant's guidance update change things for investors?

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX shares and get 6% and 7% dividend yields

| James Mickleboro

These shares offer larger-than-average dividend yields.

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Investing Strategies

$10,000 in savings? Here's how I'd aim to turn that into $526 in monthly passive income

| Zach Bristow

Think like an investor to produce long-term growth and income.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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Best Shares

4 ASX shares held by billionaire fund managers

| Sebastian Bowen

Is one of these four shares your next winner?

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Dividend Investing

Broker says these ASX dividend shares are top buys

| James Mickleboro

Morgans thinks income investors should be buying these shares. But why?

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Broker Notes

Why this beaten-down ASX 200 stock can jump 24%

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks this sold off stock could generate big returns for investors.

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Broker Notes

ResMed shares higher as company 'turns the GLP threat into an opportunity': Fundie

| Bronwyn Allen

ResMed is having a great run in 2024 with the share price up 29% already.

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Superannuation

5 ways to get more money into your superannuation by June 30

| Bronwyn Allen

With about 6 weeks to go until the end of the financial year, it's time to start thinking about tax…

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Blue Chip Shares

5 ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts say these high-quality companies are top buys in May.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a fairly grim day for ASX shares this Tuesday.

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