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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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ETFs

Meet the newest ASX ETF from Betashares

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Meet the new kid on the block.

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Share Market News

Top ASX shares to buy right now with $1,000

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These could bring solid returns from a $1,000 investment.

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ETFs

Which of the most popular ASX ETFs has brought the best returns this year?

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Do you have exposure to these funds?

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Resources Shares

Expert lists its top resources shares to target in December

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These resources shares could be set to benefit from improving market conditions.

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Healthcare Shares

Is this ASX healthcare stock a buy low candidate after falling 35%?

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One broker is tipping big upside.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

3 top consumer discretionary shares from Bell Potter

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Here's three consumer discretionary stocks to watch.

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Small Cap Shares

Broker tips big upside for this ASX small-cap mining stock

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This gold mining company might be the new kid on the block, but it's drawing investors' attention.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Bell Potter just initiated coverage with a buy rating on this consumer discretionary stock

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What's behind the buy recommendation for this retailer?

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Cash Rates

Macquarie names best and worst ASX stocks to buy in a rising interest rate environment

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Do you have exposure to the sectors set to benefit if interest rates rise?

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Materials Shares

Leading broker thinks this ASX materials stock is set to double!

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This small-cap stock is tipped to take off.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Harvey Norman shares a buy, hold or sell?

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The broker has downgraded its view on this consumer discretionary stock.

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AI Stocks

How to target China's AI rush through ASX investing

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Looking to capitalise on the AI boom? The Chinese market might be worth considering.

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Bank Shares

Why does the CBA share price keep falling? – Expert

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After falling 20% recently, are CBA shares a buy?

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Broker Notes

Why did Bell Potter just lower its view on these two ASX All Ords stocks?

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Are these ASX All Ords stocks a buy, hold or sell according to this broker?

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Healthcare Shares

Is there a turnaround coming for healthcare stocks?

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Do you have exposure in your portfolio to global healthcare?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

$10,000 invested a year ago in these consumer discretionary shares is now worth…

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These automotive companies have been racing higher this year.

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International Stock News

Expert says target these 9 international stocks

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A new report makes a compelling case for European and Asian portfolio exposure.

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ETFs

The fundamentals behind quality investing according to experts

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Have you considered quality investing?

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Small Cap Shares

Why did this small-cap energy stock just jump 10% higher?

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Is this small-cap stock one to watch?

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Small Cap Shares

This ASX small-cap stock could be set to rise 25%

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This small-cap stock jumped 8% yesterday on positive earnings news.

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ETFs

Which ethically focussed ASX ETFs have performed the best this year?

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These ESG funds have raced past the rest this year.

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Small Cap Shares

Already up 67% YTD Bell Potter thinks this small cap stock can keep soaring

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This penny stock could be worth watching.

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Blue Chip Shares

Buy low candidates: Two of the worst-performing ASX 200 stocks this year

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Looking for undervalued stocks? Here are two to consider.

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Small Cap Shares

Is this small-cap stock a buy after shedding 6% yesterday?

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Let's take a look.

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ETFs

Meet the newest ASX ETF from GlobalX

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There's a new ASX ETF focusing on Japanese blue-chip stocks.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Lovisa vs Kogan – Which consumer discretionary stock does Bell Potter prefer?

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Both stocks had their target prices cut by Bell Potter following AGMs.

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Industrials Shares

Should you buy the dip on this soaring ASX industrials stock?

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This innovative company could be set for further growth.

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Broker Notes

What is Ord Minnetts' view on Virgin Australia and BHP shares?

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These two famous Australian companies have drawn positive views from this broker.

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Financial Shares

Top broker says this skyrocketing financials stock is still a buy!

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Is it too late to buy this booming stock?

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Broker Notes

Ord Minnett just raised its price target on this soaring ASX 200 stock

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This booming stock is set to continue according to this broker.

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Broker Notes

What's Morgans' view on Accent Group shares after Friday's sell off?

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This struggling stock has just had a target price reduction from this broker.

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ETFs

Which Aussie-focused ASX ETFs have performed the best in 2025

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After Saturday's Ashes domination, it's important to take time to celebrate Aussie winners!

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Broker Notes

What's the upside for QBE shares after a rocky 2 months?

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Are QBE shares a buy, hold or sell according to Bell Potter?

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Industrials Shares

Broker tips 20% upside for this ASX industrials stock

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This market beating stock is tipped to keep growing.

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REITs

Bell Potter just upgraded its view on this booming REIT

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This REIT is expected to continue its rise.

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REITs

What is Bell Potter's view on REITs?

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Have you considered REITs for your portfolio?

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ETFs

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has increased its exposure to Japanese stocks and here's why you should too!

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Looking for Japanese exposure? Here are some ETFs to consider.

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Small Cap Shares

Morgans names ASX small-cap stock to buy after capital raise

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This fast growing small-cap stock could be one to watch.

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Broker Notes

Down 20% in a month, this ASX 200 stock is a buy according to Morgans

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Is it time to buy low on this materials stock?

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter just upgraded its view on this ASX 200 stock

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How high does this broker expect this stock to rise?

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