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Here’s what Black Friday means for investors and which stocks will benefit from the $6.7bn bonanza?
Because it is coming up in less than a fortnight’s time, let’s take a look at what Black Friday means…
The $8.8bn Chemist Warehouse Sigma merger is finally going ahead with the ACCC not killing it off
Nearly a year since the $8.8bn Chemist Warehouse Sigma merger was unveiled, it seems we finally got a definitive answer…
3 ASX stocks to buy after Trump’s victory, and 3 ASX stocks to sell
Let’s take a look at 3 ASX stocks to buy after Trump’s victory, and 3 to sell. Last week we…
Here are 5 ASX Consumer stocks defying the Cost of living crisis
Here are 5 ASX Consumer stocks defying the Cost of living crisis! Cash Converters (ASX:CCV) OK, there is an…
Myer is merging with Apparel Brands! Here’s what the ASX’s worst kept secret of FY25 means for investors
The ASX’s worst secret is out – Myer is merging with Apparel Brands (some of the brands owned by Solomon…
Here are 5 Dividend Aristocrat stocks: Companies that have increased dividends for over 50 years consecutively!
Have you ever heard of a so-called Dividend Aristocrat? This term alludes to a company in the S&P 500 that…
Mastercard or Visa? Which of these 2 stocks appears more attractive?
Should you invest in Mastercard or Visa? It is a difficult question for investors to answer. These payment giants hold…
Want to participate in the ASX Schools Sharemarket Game? Here are Some Top Strategies for Success!
The ASX Schools Sharemarket Game is on again! And it is a great way for school students to be introduced…
Here’s what you need to know about AML and CTF laws if you invest in The Big 4 Banks
AML and CTF laws are particularly relevant to a handful of large companies, particularly the Big Four Banks as well…
Here’s how to buy US shares from Australia and 5 key factors for investors to consider
Many investors want to know how to buy US shares from Australia and we’ll seek to answer that question in…
Here Are The Top 5 Websites for Stock Market News & Analysis in Australia
For Australian investors and traders, staying informed about stock market news is essential for making smart decisions. With a range…
2025 ASX IPOs: Here are 4 important floats to watch out for
The class of 2024 ASX IPOs isn’t complete just yet but attention should be turned to the class of 2025…
How do Insurance stocks make money? And are they a safe investment?
Insurance stocks have among the most peculiar business models of all listed companies. Consumers may only see a company that…
Medibank Private shares have recovered the losses after the cyber breach 2 years ago, but what’s next?
Medibank Private (ASX:MPL) shares took a big hit nearly 2 years ago due to the infamous cyber breach. Investors who…
Here are 6 of the longest serving ASX CEOs
One of biggest shocks among large caps this year was news that one the longest serving ASX CEOs, NIB boss…
5 ASX stocks that Australian Ethical bought or sold recently
We often like to look at shares that well known ASX fund managers are trading, and today we’re looking at…
Should you invest in aged care stocks? Here are 4 reasons to consider them, and 4 reasons to avoid them
Should you invest in aged care stocks? There are plenty of things to like about this sector, including government funding,…
After a 60% plunge in 4 months, are Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) and its lithium peers on the rebound?
Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) avoided much of the lithium price rout, until a few months ago. For investors, the company’s diversification…
Adobe (NDQ:ADBE): The 42-year old company behind PhotoShop and PDFs may have an even richer future ahead, driven by AI
Outside the so-called Magnificant Seven stocks, Adobe (NDQ:ADBE) is one of the most well-known by investors, as well as the…
Star Entertainment Group (ASX:SGR): Where to now in a post-COVID world? Can it avoid a looming cash crunch?
In a July interview with the AFR, Star Entertainment Group boss Steve McCann admitted that his company’s pre-pandemic glory days…
Should I buy Woolworths or Coles shares in FY25?
Should I buy Woolworths or Coles shares? This is one of the top debates Australian investors can have. Obviously, this…
Here are 4 economic indicators that impact stocks and investors must pay attention to
There are several economic indicators that impact stocks, both on the ASX and internationally. Whenever data is released, it can…
6 of the best performing ASX All Ords stocks in the past year
6 of the best performing ASX All Ords stocks in the past year Clarity Pharmaceuticals (ASX:CU6) Clarity is a…
As lower interest rates loom, here are 6 ASX stocks that will benefit from forthcoming rate cuts
Here 6 ASX stocks that will benefit from lower interest rates! AGL Energy (ASX:AGL) You might think AGL is…
Here are 5 of the worst stock market crashes of all time
If you thought the recent correction was bad, you thought wrong – it pales in comparison to the worst stock…
Here are 4 family owned ASX companies to watch eagerly
Family owned ASX companies are a rare breed. We’re not talking about companies that are still founder-led, we’re talking about…
Here’s why investors fear a US recession, and whether the fears are justified
Investors fear a US recession – there’s no denying it and there’s no other explanation for the market correction in…
Colgate (NYSE:CL): There’s more to it than toothpaste – it could be the best way to profit from the growth in pet products!
In Australia, we know Colgate (NYSE:CL) primarily as a toothpaste brand. But there’s a lot more to this 217-year old…
6 ASX Stocks to watch with an eager eye this FY24 reporting season
6 ASX Stocks to watch this FY24 reporting season Nick Scali (ASX:NCK) Nick Scali has doubled in the last…
Here are 5 ASX Stocks for young investors to buy
5 ASX Stocks for young investors to buy If you’re a young investor, you are less likely to be a…
South32 (ASX:S32): Is it the dark horse amongst ASX 200 miners or have cyclones and commodity prices hit it too hard?
South32 (ASX:S32) began life as a spinoff from BHP back in 2015, capitalised at $9bn. In mid-2024, it is capped…
Blue-chip stocks: What are they and what are the best examples on the ASX?
Blue-chip stocks are amongst the most desired stocks on the market. But what are they and what are the best…
Walmart (NYSE:WMT) shares may be a safe investment, but are they a growth investment?
This week’s international stock deep dive in on Walmart (NYSE:WMT). While most of our Australian readers may not have shopped there,…
Telstra shares have endured a tough 12 months, but has the company reached a pivotal turning point?
After a difficult 12 months, Telstra shares might have received the spark that needed for a rebound – or perhaps…
Thermo Fisher (NYSE:TMO): A classic blue-chip health stock for the rest of the 2020s
Capped at over US$180bn, Thermo Fisher (NYSE:TMO) is a classic blue-chip healthcare stock. It has not escaped an impact from the…
Here are 4 unexpected ASX 200 stocks you should sell
Here are 4 ASX 200 stocks you should sell in FY25 One of the common criticisms of brokers and analysts…
1 year since Redox (ASX:RDX) listed, it has gained nearly 20%. But what’s next for Australia’s largest chemicals importer?
It has been nearly a year since chemical importer Redox (ASX:RDX) listed on the ASX. It has raised $402m for…
Should I buy McDonalds shares (NYSE:MCD)? Here are 3 reasons why we’re McLoving it!
McDonalds (NYSE:MCD) really doesn’t need an introduction. It is the world’s largest and most famous restaurant chain. It typically benefits…
Fortescue is reliant on iron ore demand from China, but is the party over?
Iron ore demand from China has been the driving force behind the global iron ore market for the past two…
Should I buy Apple shares from Australia? Can the US$3.3tn behemoth grow any further?
Investors asking themselves, ‘Should I buy Apple shares from Australia,’ are not just considering buying shares any company, but the…
Highest yielding ASX dividend stocks: Here are 5 to take a look at!
The list of highest yielding ASX dividend stocks fluctuates substantially from year to year, and even from month to month.…
Here’s what is the Price to Earnings Ratio (P/E Ratio) and 4 key ways investors can use it to their advantage!
What is the Price to Earnings Ratio or the P/E ratio? The P/E ratio is the most used multiple of…
Here is why AGL Energy is buying Kaluza, spending $150m for a chunky 20% stake
‘AGL Energy is buying Kaluza’, read the headlines across the media earlier this week. It is not the first time…
Best Stocks to Short if Trump Wins in November? Here are our top 3 picks!
What are the best stocks to short if Trump Wins in November? We’re not talking stocks to buy if Trump…
Can Super Retail Group (ASX:SUL) reach all-time-highs again in 2024?
Super Retail Group (ASX: SUL) reached an all time high back in February 2024 after releasing unaudited results for the…
Here are the 4 best ASX stocks for June 2024
Here are the 4 best ASX stocks for June 2024! Each month, we look at the best ASX stocks of…
James Hardie (ASX:JHX): Things have turned glum and there could be worse to come, but are fears overblown?
James Hardie (ASX:JHX) is one of the companies many would struggle to have sympathy for. It had a tortured history…
Collins Foods (ASX:CKF): At less than 15x P/E, this stock is finger lickin’ cheap
Collins Foods (ASX:CKF) is one of the few opportunities for ASX investors in the fast food industry. It has a…
ResMed (ASX:RMD): Investors who bought the dip would be satisfied, but is there any growth left in this one?
ResMed (ASX:RMD) is one of the few ASX healthcare stocks that has successfully made it in the USA. In this…
How do analysts value stocks? Here are 3 key ways to judge what a stock is worth
In this article we answer the question ‘How do analysts value stocks?‘ By knowing how they do it, you can…
What is a dividend reinvestment plan and should you entertain participating in it?
In this article we look at what Dividend reinvestment plans are, why directors participate in them and whether or not…
Who are the Best ASX CEOs? Here are our 5 favourite!
The question of who the best ASX CEOs are is a subject of much debate amongst retail investors. Much of this…
Can Iress (ASX:IRE) stay on the road to recovery in FY25?
Iress (ASX:IRE) investors have had a difficult run, but there is optimism that better times are ahead. Last week, the…
Amazon (NDQ:AMZN) is a great company, but its not rising in 2024 for the reasons you might think
Amazon (NDQ:AMZN) … the Everything Store. That was the title of journalist Brad Stone’s biography of the company as well…
Novo Nordisk (CPH: NOVO-B): It’s not all smooth sailing for the US$400bn company behind obesity drug Ozempic
Not many 100-year old healthcare stocks see a sudden 30% jump in sales in one year, but Novo Nordisk (CPH:…
Parker Hannifin (NYSE:PH): One of the world’s top motion control manufacturers
Parker Hannifin (NYSE:PH) is this week’s international stock deep dive. It is one of the world’s top industrial companies and…
5 of the most important investor conferences you need to know about
In this article, we recap the 5 most important investor conferences that ASX investors should know about. The ones we…
Sherwin Williams (NYSE:SHW): Who said nothing good comes out of Cleveland?
Sherwin Williams (NYSE:SHW) is a 157-year-old paint company from Cleveland, Ohio. This week’s international stock of the week is one…
Lamb Weston (NYSE:LW): Here’s why we like the world’s largest chip maker
If you like chips (or French Fries), you’ve most likely tasted Lamb Weston‘s (NYSE:LW) offerings at some point. The subject of…
Crown Holdings (NYSE:CCK): This 130-year old bottle maker has big ambitions for 2024!
This week’s international stock of the week is Crown Holdings (NYSE:CCK). No, this isn’t a resurrection of the Australian casino chain…
Coca Cola (NYSE:KO): We’ll happily drink to it – both as a drink and solid investment!
This week’s international stock deep dive is Coca Cola (NYSE:KO). It is one of the most famous brands in the world…
What are the oldest companies on the ASX? Here are 5 of them and the secrets to their success!
In this article, we look at 5 of the oldest companies on the ASX. Now, we are not claiming these…
Why American Express is Warren Buffett’s favourite stock
What is Warren Buffett’s favourite stock? Mr Buffett is renowned for his investment strategies and has a track record of successful…
As reporting season 2023 kicks off, here are 5 companies to keep an eager eye on!
Reporting season 2023 will kick off today with Rio Tinto (ASX:RIO) releasing its FY23 results. Companies have to release financial results…
Ansell’s trading update for FY23 and FY24: Here’s why investors did not like it
Ansell’s trading update sent shares down over 10% yesterday. The catalyst was a negative trading update out of the personal protection…
SciDev (ASX: SDV) is having an awesome FY23 so far
SciDev (ASX: SDV) is a chemical technology company that manufactures and develops chemicals and process control solutions for a range…