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Aaron Bell

Aaron Bell began writing for Motley Fool in 2024. Aaron is a finance journalist with a knack for breaking down complex topics into digestible content for the everyday punter. Aaron is passionate about investing and contributing to a healthy dialogue around personal finance, particularly as more Australians look to the share market to build wealth.

Recent Articles

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Gold

Should you buy the dip on gold shares? Expert

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Is the sell-off overdone or could gold shares fall further?

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-cap shares Bell Potter says can race 30-100% higher

| Aaron Bell

These ASX small-caps could continue to rise.

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Financial Shares

Experts name 2 ASX financials stocks to watch closely

| Aaron Bell

These stocks have drawn buy recommendations.

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Small Cap Shares

3 ASX penny stocks drawing positive ratings from experts

| Aaron Bell

These three stocks are worth watching.

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ETFs

Meet the newest humanoid robotics ASX ETF from Global X

| Aaron Bell

This new fund targets global robotics.

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Energy Shares

Down 40% last week, are Amplitude Energy shares now a buy?

| Aaron Bell

Should investors buy the dip?

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Broker Notes

What's Bell Potter's updated view on Catapult shares after its earnings results?

| Aaron Bell

This ASX tech stock could be set for growth.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to navigate rising interest rates

| Aaron Bell

These funds could be worth considering if rates stay high.

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ETFs

Where to invest if inflation keeps rising – Expert

| Aaron Bell

These funds could outperform if inflation stays high.

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Broker Notes

What is Bell Potter's latest outlook for Kogan shares?

| Aaron Bell

Here's the updated guidance out of the broker.

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Healthcare Shares

The ASX healthcare stocks with the biggest upside according to brokers

| Aaron Bell

These two healthcare stocks could be value buys.

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Defensive Shares

Which defensive ASX shares are outperforming right now?

| Aaron Bell

Where should investors turn?

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AI Stocks

3 reasons this AI and Robotics ASX ETF is a long term play

| Aaron Bell

Is now the time to invest in robotics and AI?

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Share Market News

How long will it take for the ASX 200 to recover? Expert

| Aaron Bell

A recent Betashares report explored how long similar falls in the past have taken to recover.

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Bank Shares

How have the ASX big four bank shares held up in March?

| Aaron Bell

Here's what experts are expecting moving forward.

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Real Estate Shares

Is now the time to jump on these ASX real estate stocks?

| Aaron Bell

Here's what experts are expecting for these companies.

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52-Week Highs

Are these ASX shares hitting 52-week highs still worth buying?

| Aaron Bell

Is there any more upside for these stocks?

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ETFs

ASX ETFs holding up amidst global volatility 

| Aaron Bell

Why are these funds rising?

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ETFs

What is HALO investing and how do investors gain exposure to it?

| Aaron Bell

Here's what investors need to know about the HALO framework.

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Technology Shares

Which ASX battered tech stock has the most upside according to brokers?

| Aaron Bell

Which do brokers prefer?

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Gold

These two ASX gold shares just crashed – should investors swoop in?

| Aaron Bell

Why did these gold shares crash?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why did Bell Potter just lower its outlook for this consumer staples stock?

| Aaron Bell

Here's how the broker views the HY results.

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Energy Shares

Can these red hot ASX energy shares keep charging higher?

| Aaron Bell

Is there any upside left in this sector?

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ETFs

Should investors be targeting growth or value ASX ETFs right now?

| Aaron Bell

With markets reacting with volatility, where should investors turn?

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Share Market News

What would a gas tax mean for ASX energy stocks?

| Aaron Bell

Here's what investors need to know.

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Financial Shares

Are these battered ASX financials stocks finally bouncing back?

| Aaron Bell

Is it time to buy low?

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ETFs

3 reasons this commodities ASX ETF could be an ideal buy in the current environment

| Aaron Bell

Do you have exposure to commodities?

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Gold

Should you buy these ASX gold stocks after last week's crash?

| Aaron Bell

What to make of last week's crash?

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Broker Notes

2 ASX shares Morgans thinks are worth gobbling up right now

| Aaron Bell

The broker sees big upside for these stocks.

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ETFs

The unexpected global market showing resilience – 3 ASX ETFs to target

| Aaron Bell

Chinese equities have been resilient amidst global volatility.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Top broker says ASX this consumer staples stock could rise nearly 40%

| Aaron Bell

Here's Bell Potter's updated guidance.

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Small Cap Shares

Bell Potter is tipping this ASX small-cap to double in the next year

| Aaron Bell

Here's how the broker viewed the company's quarterly update.

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Small Cap Shares

What's happened to ASX small-caps in 2026?

| Aaron Bell

Here's why many small-caps could be falling.

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Blue Chip Shares

How are Australia's biggest blue-chip stocks performing in 2026?

| Aaron Bell

Which has been the best to own this year?

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ETFs

Portfolio strategies for 2 potential Middle East scenarios – Expert

| Aaron Bell

Which ASX ETFs should investors be targeting in the current environment?

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ETFs

The compelling case for this cybersecurity ASX ETF

| Aaron Bell

The current geopolitical climate could lead to tailwinds for this fund.

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Healthcare Shares

Exciting clinical news for this ASX healthcare stock earns it a buy recommendation 

| Aaron Bell

Is now the time to buy this exciting healthcare stock?

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Broker Notes

What is this broker saying about New Hope Group shares?

| Aaron Bell

Here's Bell Potter's guidance following earnings results.

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Dividend Investing

3 of the best dividend ASX ETFs right now

| Aaron Bell

These funds offer yields over 4%.

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Share Market News

Should you buy Lynas Rare Earths or Yancoal shares after yesterday's crash?

| Aaron Bell

Is yesterday's the crash a chance to buy the dip?

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