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Aaron Bell

Author bio
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. More broadly, Aaron has experience across investment and personal finance, writing for some of Australia's most recognisable companies.

Areas of expertise

Personal finance
Investing
Australian share market
Investment education

Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Communication (Journalism), Queensland University of Technology
Master’s Degree - Documentary Film, MetFilm School Berlin
Social media
LinkedIn
Favorite investment quote
"Time in the market beats timing the market."
— Kenneth Fisher

Recent Articles

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Why this ASX ETF could be the best way to invest in the US market 

| Aaron Bell

This fund could be a great option for investors seeking a balanced US portfolio.

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Growth Shares

The ASX 200 just jumped – is it time to target growth shares?

| Aaron Bell

Is the tide turning for growth shares?

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Dividend Investing

Why these dividend ETFs are perfect for retirees 

| Aaron Bell

These ETFs can provide passive income.

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Superannuation

3 great dividend shares to target this week to complement your super

| Aaron Bell

These three stocks offer above average yields.

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Superannuation

3 shares with above-average dividend yields to supplement your superannuation

| Aaron Bell

These three stocks offer attractive yields.

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Broker Notes

After crashing 10% on results, is this ASX defence stock a buy, hold or sell?

| Aaron Bell

This popular defence stock has more room for growth.

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Broker Notes

Broker tips up to 72% upside for one of these ASX shares 

| Aaron Bell

The broker has plenty of optimism for one of these stocks.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 stocks are tipped to rise up to 71% – Expert

| Aaron Bell

These stocks offer compelling value.

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Broker Notes

Are Telix shares a buy, hold or sell following results?

| Aaron Bell

This exciting healthcare stock is tipped to keep rising.

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Gold

Broker jumps on board this quality ASX gold stock and tips 50% upside

| Aaron Bell

This gold stock could be set for a rebound.

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Financial Shares

Broker tips more than 30% upside for this ASX financials stock

| Aaron Bell

This financials company is set to rebound after a slow 2026 thus far.

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Gold

Why gold shares remain a strong long-term option despite recent pullback: Expert

| Aaron Bell

A new report suggests the gold rally isn't over.

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Materials Shares

What is Morgan's updated view on Rio Tinto and BHP shares?

| Aaron Bell

Is there any more upside for these blue-chips?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

The ASX ETF market is set for a record year – Here are the best performers so far in 2026

| Aaron Bell

Aussies continue to pour into ETFs at a record rate.

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Retail Shares

Buy, hold, sell: Harvey Norman and REA Group shares

| Aaron Bell

Bell Potter sees one as a buy and the other as a sell.

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International Stock News

Why it's vital for investors to look to international shares for growth: Expert 

| Aaron Bell

Are you at risk of home bias?

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Healthcare Shares

This healthcare stock just jumped 15% and experts are tipping a further 80% rise 

| Aaron Bell

Momentum is building for this exciting stock.

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Growth Shares

This ASX growth stock is up 500% this year and set to keep rising 

| Aaron Bell

This is one of the hottest ASX growth stocks right now.

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Energy Shares

Why this ASX energy stock could be set to rise 80%: Expert

| Aaron Bell

Bell Potter is confident in a big rebound.

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Broker Notes

Morgans just placed a fresh buy rating on this ASX utilities stock 

| Aaron Bell

This utilities stock appears oversold.

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Bank Shares

What are experts tipping for the big four bank shares in the back half of 2026?

| Aaron Bell

Is there any upside for big banks?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why Nick Scali shares are set for a 36% rebound: Expert

| Aaron Bell

This stock could be the pick of the bunch in the consumer discretionary sector.

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Financial Shares

Forget CBA shares, this ASX financials stock has strong momentum heading into FY27

| Aaron Bell

This growing company is set to continue.

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Broker Notes

After soaring 9% yesterday, is this ASX stock a buy, hold or sell?

| Aaron Bell

This stock can keep soaring according to one broker.

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Financial Shares

Top broker tips 47% upside for this ASX financials stock 

| Aaron Bell

This company is set for a rebound according to Bell Potter.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

The growing case for ASX mid-caps: Expert

| Aaron Bell

Here's why mid-caps might be the "sweet spot" in the market.

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-caps with 40% upside

| Aaron Bell

These two companies are worth monitoring.

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Dividend Investing

3 of the best ASX dividend stocks to supplement your superannuation

| Aaron Bell

These are some of the most consistent passive income providers.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

3 of the best performing ASX ETFs to own right now

| Aaron Bell

These funds could earn a spot in many portfolios.

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Broker Notes

2 struggling ASX shares tipped to rebound up to 15%

| Aaron Bell

These stocks can recover in the next 12 months according to Morgans.

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Value Investing

3 ASX blue-chip shares that could be strong long-term value plays

| Aaron Bell

These stocks could be value plays.

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Blue Chip Shares

The bull and bear case for CBA and BHP shares

| Aaron Bell

Are these blue-chips worth buying?

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Broker Notes

Is this ASX consumer discretionary stock a buy after jumping 10% yesterday?

| Aaron Bell

Can the rise continue?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

3 of the best ASX ETFs to own right now

| Aaron Bell

These funds are enjoying profitable tailwinds right now.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Are Adairs shares a buy, hold or sell after their trading update?

| Aaron Bell

Here's the latest guidance from Bell Potter

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why this could be the best buy in the consumer staples sector right now: Expert 

| Aaron Bell

This stock could be set to rise 35%.

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Healthcare Shares

Top broker tips 37% upside for this exciting ASX healthcare stock

| Aaron Bell

This healthcare stock is one to watch.

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Broker Notes

Broker tips 20% and 23% upside for these 2 ASX stocks

| Aaron Bell

These two stocks are set to rise according to Bell Potter.

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Energy Shares

Amplitude Energy shares could be set to soar 90%: Expert

| Aaron Bell

Brokers are tipping a big rebound for this stock.

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Earnings Results

What is Bell Potter saying about A2 Milk shares after its results?

| Aaron Bell

It was mixed results for this ASX company yesterday.

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