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Australia’s Stock Market Returns Explained

Australia’s Stock Market Returns Explained

Australian shares have rewarded patient investors over long periods. The key is to measure performance the right way. Total return…

maas group

Maas Group (ASX:MGH): Why investors should keep a keen eye on it in FY26!

It is a tough time to be a construction company, but Maas Group (ASX:MGH) hasn’t fared that bad all things…

stakk

Stakk’s Big Leap: Partnering with Robinhood, But Does the Business Have Staying Power?

When a small-cap stock surges by hundreds of per cent in a single day, it commands attention. That’s exactly what…

Silex System

Silex’s Nuclear Tech Leap: Ready to Harvest Gains in Uranium Green Shift?

Silex Systems (ASX: SLX) has taken a major step forward in its effort to commercialise its laser-based uranium enrichment technology.…

Rapid Critical Metals

Rapid Critical Metals Raises A$14M, Eyes Silver + Webbs Project – Is the Pivot Working?

Rapid Critical Metals (ASX: RCM) has secured firm commitments to raise A$14 million through a two-tranche placement to fund the…

Cleo Diagnostics

Cleo Diagnostics: Regulatory Milestones or Long Road Ahead?

Cleo Diagnostics Ltd (ASX:COV) is a name that has gained significant attention in the diagnostics and medical technology sector. While…

rba

RBA Faces Pressure as Inflation Hits Highest Level in a Year

CPI Hits 3%: What Rising Prices Mean for Households, Markets, and the RBA Australia is already one of the most…

Amplitude

Amplitude’s $151m Raising Sparks 11% Share Price Slide as Market Prices in Dilution

Why Amplitude’s $151m Raise Could Reshape Australia’s East Coast Market Amplitude Energy (ASX: AMX) has just pulled off a $151…

H-1B

H-1B Under Pressure: Can Trump’s Fee Protect U.S. Jobs Without Hurting Innovation?

Imagine paying USD 100,000 fee just to bring in quality talent for a job with the H-1B program. That is…

fed

Market Relief or Market Risk? What Fed Cuts, Rising Debt, means for Investors

Why Fed Cuts and Soaring Debt Could Reshape Portfolios The Federal Reserve’s decision to cut rates by 25 basis points…

ANZ

Big Bank Bloodletting: ANZ and the Big-4 Job Cuts Signal More than Cost-Cutting

ANZ (ASX: ANZ) has announced one of the most significant restructures in Australian banking in recent years, confirming it will…

FireFly metal

FireFly’s Green Bay Breakthrough: How Real Is the Path to Production?

FireFly Metals (ASX: FFM) has surged into the spotlight with a string of project-defining updates from its Green Bay Copper-Gold…

ASX quarterly rebalance

Here are 6 stocks that got promoted in the ASX quarterly rebalance, and 6 that got demoted

On Monday September 22, the ASX quarterly rebalance will be effective. Stocks will be promoted into new indices, while others…

nine entertainment

Nine Entertainment Shares Drop 34% After Special Dividend Payout

Nine Entertainment – Special Dividend Funded by Domain Sale Investors may have been surprised to see Nine Entertainment’s (ASX: NEC)…

iPhone 17

Apple Event: Buy, Sell, or Hold? What the ‘Awe Dropping’ Launch Means for Investors

Apple’s product launches are typically major events in the tech world, and their latest “Awe Dropping” launch is no exception.…

artificial intelligence

Artificial Intelligence: Smart Strategies for Investors

How Investors Can Ride the Next Wave of AI Growth NVIDIA (NSDQ: NVDA) has become the face of the artificial…

US Federal Reserve

How Independent is the US Federal Reserve in the Age of Trump?

The US Federal Reserve is under Pressure: Why Gold Is Beating Every Market Gold has always been seen as a…

Tesla

Tesla’s $1 Trillion Bonus: How Many Teslas Would Musk Have to Sell to Earn It?

When Tesla’s board announced a jaw-dropping US$1 trillion bonus for Elon Musk, markets didn’t quite know whether to applaud or…

ASX

ASX Dividends Are Shrinking: What Every Income Investor Needs to Know

In recent times, the outlook for Australian dividend investors has dramatically shifted. The ASX 200’s forward dividend yield is now…

Zeotech

Zeotech (ASX:ZEO): Stronger and low-carbon concrete derived from Queensland kaolin!

Zeotech (ASX:ZEO) is attempting to play a part in helping reduce emissions from the construction sector. Over the last few…

Stocks Start Turning a Profit

What to Do When Your Stocks Start Turning a Profit: Smart Investor Moves

SBS Australia suggests that Australians now own $17.3 trillion in assets, which include shares, equities, properties, reserves, and even liabilities.…

telix

Why Telix (ASX:TLX) Fell 20% After FDA News – And What Investors Should Know

When expectations fall short, sentiment can shift in an instant. That is exactly what happened with Telix Pharmaceuticals (ASX: TLX)…

Iron Ore Market

Fortescue FY25 Results: What It Says About the Iron Ore Market

Fortescue Metals Group (ASX:FMG) has delivered its FY25 results and the numbers tell two very different stories. On one hand,…

Reece Shares Plunge

Reece Shares Plunge 20%: A Buying Opportunity or More Pain Ahead?

Australia’s plumbing supply giant, Reece, has taken investors by surprise after its shares tumbled 20% in a single day, making…

Walmart Earnings Surprise Despite Tariff Pressures—What Investors Should Watch Next

Walmart Earnings Surprise Despite Tariff Pressures—What Investors Should Watch Next

Walmart, one of the largest retailers in the world, has posted a surprising set of earnings for Q2 2025, overcoming…

ASX stocks at 12 month highs

Here are 6 ASX stocks at 12 month highs, and whether it is time to buy

Here are 6 ASX stocks at 12 month highs!   Liontown Resources (ASX:LTR) Liontown’s Kathleen Valley has been producing since…

JB Hi-Fi’s 18-Month Rally

JB Hi-Fi’s 18-Month Rally: Can the Bull Run Keep Going?

JB Hi-Fi’s share price has been on a tear over the past 18 months, climbing by more than 80% and…

Will the RBA Cut Rates

The RBA has cut rates to 3.60%. Who is it going to impact?

The Reserve Bank of Australia has lowered the cash rate to 3.60%, its third cut this year — following reductions…

Newmont (ASX: NEM) Reports 106% Earnings Growth in Q2: Gold Rally Continues

Newmont (ASX: NEM) Reports 106% Earnings Growth in Q2: Gold Rally Continues

Gold prices surged last quarter, and Newmont made the most of it. In the June 2025 quarter, the world’s largest…

IPO

Figma IPO Skyrockets 230% on Day One – But Is It Too Late to Jump In?

On 31 July 2025, the company listed its shares at US$33. By the end of the day, the price had…

Cloud Mining

COME Mining and the Rise of Structured Cloud Mining: A New Way to Participate in Crypto?

As the cryptocurrency market matures in 2025, the search for lower-volatility, longer-term participation models has become more relevant than ever.…

How to invest in crypto on the ASX

How to invest in crypto on the ASX in 2025: An Investor’s Ultimate Guide!

Here’s how to invest in crypto on the ASX – yes, it is a possibility. As we move through 2025,…

Vysarn

Vysarn (ASX:VYS): Can the Dewatering Contractor’s Run Continue?

Vysarn Limited (ASX:VYS) has steadily emerged as one of the ASX’s most consistent mid-cap performers in 2025. Specialising in dewatering…

ASX

Trump–EU Deal Lands 15% Tariff: ASX Winners and Losers

Just when global markets had begun to find their rhythm, Donald Trump returned with a bang—this time striking a surprise…

Betr

Betr Launches Unsolicited Offer of $1.22 for PointsBet

On 16 July 2025, the Australian wagering sector received a surprise development. Betr Entertainment (ASX: BBT), formerly known as BlueBet,…

DigitalX

DigitalX (ASX: DCC) — Leading Crypto Funds Manager

What if you could invest in Bitcoin on the ASX, without the hassle of wallets, private keys, or dodgy exchanges?…

Trigg Minerals

Trigg Minerals (ASX: TMG) and the Antimony Boom: A Strategic Opportunity in Critical Minerals

Trigg Minerals (ASX: TMG) surged nearly 10% in early July 2025 after announcing a robust exploration target at its Antimony…

Tariffs Could Hit CSL

How Trump’s Proposed 200% Tariffs Could Hit CSL (ASX:CSL) and Other Aussie Biotechs

Donald Trump’s Tariffs Could Hit CSL and other Aussie Biotechs…it is a reality that is sinking in for many investors.…

ASX

Trump’s Trade Threats: What ASX Investors Should Watch Across Sectors

As trade tensions flare under Donald Trump’s leadership, the global economic landscape is once again facing turmoil. This time, Trump’s…

Copper tariff

Trump’s Proposed 50% Copper Tariff: Impact on BHP, Copper Prices, and ASX Miners

Donald Trump’s proposed 50% tariff on copper imports is certainly making headlines, and while it may shake things up in…

Lifestyle Communities

Lifestyle Communities (ASX: LIC) Shares Plunged 38%: What the Exit Fees Tribunal Ruling Means for Investors

Lifestyle Communities (ASX: LIC) shares experienced a dramatic drop of around 38% after a Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT)…

Seek revenue

Seek (ASX:SEK): One of the best ASX tech stocks, but strongly overvalued

Online employment marketplace Seek (ASX:SEK) may be formally categorised as ‘Media and Entertainment’ by the ASX, although it is difficult to…

Oil

Riding the Oil Rollercoaster: ETFs, Stocks, and Futures for Aussie Investors

In the world of investing, few commodities influence markets like oil. Its price has ripple effects across industries, economies, and…

ASX stocks to buy in 2025

Here Are 4 ASX Stocks to Buy in 2025 for Strong Returns!

Let’s take a look at 4 ASX Stocks to Buy in 2025! In our view, the ASX will be best…

Volatile Markets

Six Common Investment Mistakes to Avoid in Volatile Markets

The financial markets are inherently volatile and can fluctuate sharply in a short period, especially during periods of economic uncertainty…

undervalued asx stocks to watch

3 Undervalued ASX Stocks To Watch in FY26: They Have Huge Rebound Potential!

We’re taking a look at 3 Undervalued ASX Stocks to Watch in FY26! The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) offers a…

risk off

When investors are in a risk off mindset: Here are the 5 moves they usually make and why

Israel’s strikes on Iran, and the subsequent responses, led to the typical “risk off” moves professional investors usually make when…

US Stock Market

June 2025 US Market Outlook: Has the Stock-Market Storm Finally Passed?

The US stock market has seen turbulent times over the past few years. From the COVID-19 pandemic’s market shock to…

ASX decline

How to stop the ASX decline? ASIC and investors have some radical ideas

Addressing the ASX decline is a question that has been considered for many months now. In 2023-24, more companies left…

Gold Prices

Gold Prices Fluctuational – Why Do Gold Prices Go Up or Down?

Gold has been treasured for thousands of years, not just as a symbol of wealth and beauty, but also as…

PromarkerD

Proteomics’ PromarkerD test for DKD has been launched in Australia, and two more tests will launch later in 2025

2025 has been, and will continue to be, a big year for Proteomics, which has just launched PromarkerD onto the…

ESG Investing

ESG Investing in 2025: How can I tell if a stock or fund is ethical or ESG compliant?

ESG investing is becoming increasingly popular with investors. But as this happens, it begs the question as to just how you…

US Credit Rating Downgraded

US Credit Rating Downgrade —Here’s What Aussie Investors Should Know

The US Credit Rating Downgrade in 2025 has sent ripples across global markets, sparking intense debate among investors about what…

US credit downgrade

US Credit Downgrade 2025: Safe Havens or Sell-Offs for Investors?

The US credit downgrade in 2025 has sent ripples through global financial markets, raising serious questions for investors worldwide. When…

Lower Interest Rates

How Lower Interest Rates Could Boost These 5 ASX Stocks in 2025

The Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) decision to lower interest rates in 2025 has sparked renewed optimism among investors seeking…

RBA Cuts Rates

RBA Cuts Rates Again: Which Sectors Are Set to Benefit Most from This Decision?

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has recently cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points, marking the latest…

ASX Dividend Stocks

4 Growing ASX Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold for Steady Returns

Investing in dividend stocks remains a reliable strategy for Australians seeking steady income and long-term capital growth. But which ASX-listed…

Top 5 Australian Shares

Top 5 Australian Shares to Buy for Long-Term

Investing in the ASX is not just about quick wins; it’s about finding Australian shares that will grow steadily over…

Australian Value Stocks

Top 10 Australian Value Stocks to Buy Right Now

Let’s take a look at 10 Australian Value Stocks that investors should consider! But first, what are value stocks? They’re…

US-China Trade

US-China Trade Deal: Which Stocks to Buy Following the Trade Agreement

The US-China trade war, one of the most talked-about economic conflicts of the 21st century, saw a significant shift in…

Australian Labor Party

Labor’s 2025 Win: 5 Stocks Set to Soar Under the New Government

As Australia heads into a new political era with Labor’s win in 2025, investors are paying close attention to the…

Warren Buffett is retiring

Warren Buffett is retiring, will hand the top job at Berkshire to Greg Abel by the end of 2025. Here’s what you need to know

After many decades at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett is retiring. After founding his empire in 1965, he…

red flags for stocks

Here are 4 of the worst red flags for stocks that you need to watch out for

Investors should always be on the look out for red flags for stocks. We’re talking about subtle signs that may…

China Slowdown

What Does China’s Slowdown Mean for Australian Investors? When Will the Impact Start to Show?

China, Australia’s largest trading partner, plays a crucial role in shaping the economic landscape for Australian investors. As one of…

PointsBet

PointsBet (ASX:PBH): After failing to crack the lucrative US market, its now the subject of a takeover war

PointsBet (ASX:PBH) investors have had a tumultous 24 hours, first in hearing that Matt Tripp’s Betr (listed on the ASX…

Trump vs. Jerome Powell

Trump vs. Jerome Powell: What Happens to the Market If Powell Is Fired?

The relationship between President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has often been tumultuous, particularly around decisions regarding…

Trump Tariffs

Trump’s Tariffs Are Back in the News—What’s the Impact on Global Supply Chains?

In recent months, the conversation around trade tariffs has re-emerged, with former President Donald Trump’s trade policies making headlines once…

2025 Australian election

As the 2025 Australian Election Approaches: Here are 6 ASX Stocks to Watch

With the 2025 Australian election approaching, investors are focusing on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) to understand how the election…

RBA Cuts

Will the RBA Cut Rates in May? Here’s Why Markets Think It’s a Sure Bet

As May approaches, investor focus sharpens on the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the potential for a rate cut…

Trump Crash tariff

Is the ‘Trump Crash’ a Temporary Panic or the Start of Something Bigger?

In recent weeks, we’ve witnessed ‘Trump Crash’ – we’re talking about the market correction that has occurred since mid-February causing…

Stocks Down

With Stocks Down in 2025, Should You Buy the Dip?

The stock market is often a battleground for investors, and 2025 has been no exception. With a noticeable downturn in…

use your tax cut to invest in stocks

Should you use your tax cut to invest in stocks? And how should you go about it?

Should you use your tax cut to invest in stocks? With another unexpected round of tax cuts starting from the…

spc

SPC Global (ASX:SPG): A familiar name, but it’s now 4 companies in 1!

Very few Australians wouldn’t have either heard of SPC Global (ASX:SPG) or consumed some of its products (whether they know…

Trumps Tariffs

Will Trump’s Tariffs Delay Interest Rate Cuts or Push the Economy Into Recession?

The global economic landscape is ever-evolving, and one of the most significant contributors to market shifts in recent years has…

received takeover bids

It is only March, but there 6 ASX stocks have received takeover bids! What will happen to them?

6 ASX stocks that have received takeover bids already in 2025 Dropsuite (ASX:DSE) Unlike other bids which we will list,…

Trumpcession

Is a ‘Trumpcession’ Coming, and Will Trade Disruptions Trigger the Next Global Recession?

The term “Trumpcession” has emerged recently as economists and political analysts speculate about a possible economic downturn linked to policies…

asx takeover targets

ASX takeover targets: 5 stocks we think have a good chance to be snapped up!

Let’s take a stab at which companies could be the next ASX takeover targets. It can seem like an easy…

ASX futures

ASX Futures in 2025: Riding the Wave or Getting Wiped Out? A Practical Guide for New Traders

New traders will encounter both risks and opportunities when trading ASX futures contracts on the Australian Securities Exchange in 2025.…

ASX Stocks to buy when interest rates fall

ASX Stocks to buy when interest rates fall: Here are our top 3 sectors

Many investors are asking what ASX Stocks to buy when interest rates fall. When exactly interest rates will fall is…

will Star Entertainment stay afloat

How much longer will Star Entertainment stay afloat? How big of a reprieve will the $60m fire sale of its events centre be?

How much longer will Star Entertainment stay afloat? By now it seems a fait accompli that Star Entertainment (ASX:SGR) will…

Trump Trade

Trump Taking Office: Is the Trump Trade Over Now That He’s in Charge Again?

Donald Trump’s return to the Oval Office is reviving arguments for what we would call the “Trump trade.” After all, the…

Trump’s Trade Policies semiconductors

Trump’s Trade Policies and Semiconductors: What’s at Stake for Australia in the Global Tech Battle

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his inauguration on January 20, 2025, global markets brace for anticipated shifts in U.S.…

Trump’s Tariffs on China’s EV

The Ripple Effects of Trump’s Tariffs on China’s EV Exports and Opportunities for Australia

As Donald Trump assumes the presidency on January 20, 2025, his administration’s proposed trade policies are expected to play a…

Trump Presidency

How a Second Trump Presidency Could Impact US Inflation and Global Trade

As Donald Trump prepares for his second term, expected to commence on January 20, 2025, questions arise about how his…

China’s Economy

How China’s Economy Will Go in 2025 and How It Will Impact Stocks Heavily Exposed to China

In 2025, China’s economy will have a strong positive impact on the world market, especially on businesses that depend on…

emerging markets for stock investors

3 emerging markets for stock investors to consider, and 3 to avoid!

Let’s take a look at Emerging markets for stock investors in Australia to consider. Australians looking to offshore markets may…

IPOs

Will Australian IPOs Start A Winning Streak in 2025?

The Initial Public Offering (IPO) market in Australia during 2024 has been…interesting. Whether it has been a good year or…

Is Karoon Energy (ASX:KAR) a ‘falling knife’, too risky to invest in or both? Or maybe neither?

Investors who bought Karoon Energy (ASX:KAR) during the depths of the pandemic would be please, but investors who bought at…

February rate cut

Is a February rate cut from the RBA back on the table? There is hope

Mortgage holders hopefully of a February rate cut are a little more hopeful than they were a week ago, but…

Australian mortgage brokers

Australian mortgage brokers write 75% of loans – here’s why that’s important to bank investors

Think of Australian mortgage brokers and the famous Aussie ads that concluded with John Symond’s catchphrase, ‘At Aussie, we’ll save…

ASX CEOs who departed their companies

Here are 6 ASX CEOs who departed their companies in 2024

Here are 6 ASX CEOs who departed their companies in 2024 Larry Diamond – Zip (ASX:ZIP) Since Afterpay’s acquisition, Zip…

Elders

Elders (ASX:ELD): Is this figurehead of the ASX agriculture sector set for a more stable future?

If you thought mining & resources stocks were volatile, you probably haven’t been watching the share prices of agriculture stocks…

Digico Infrastructure REIT IPO

Here’s what you need to know about the Digico Infrastructure REIT IPO – the latest data centre opportunity on the ASX!

The $3bn Digico Infrastructure REIT IPO will happen before Christmas and be 2024’s largest IPO – easily usurping Guzman y…

What Black Friday means for investors

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…

Stock After U.S. Presidential Elections

Are the Years After U.S. Presidential Elections Good Ones to Be Holding Stocks?

The stock market’s performance during U.S. presidential terms has intrigued investors for decades. U.S. presidential election often marks a unique…

Is the AI boom another dot com bubble

Is the AI boom another dot com bubble?

Is the AI boom another dot com bubble? That is what many investors are wondering as AI (Artificial Intelligence) grows…

Sectors to Watch Out in Donald Trump Presidency

Sectors to Watch Out in Donald Trump’s Presidency

A potential Donald Trump presidency could impact several key economic sectors due to his policy preferences and “Make America Great…

stocks defying the Cost of living crisis

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…

paypal Stock Down

PayPal Shares Are Down 73% Since 2021: Opportunity Knocking for Value Investors?

Since reaching its all-time high in June 2021, PayPal’s share price faced a >70% downfall. This decrease is associated with…