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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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Gold

Why it might be time to exit this ASX gold stock

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Here is the latest guidance from Bell Potter.

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Healthcare Shares

Bell Potter is tipping this exciting ASX healthcare stock to rise 80%

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An important clinical trial announcement is good news for this healthcare stock.

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Defensive Shares

3 ASX ETFs with a focus on global defensive shares

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These three funds could provide defensive structure for your portfolio.

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Defensive Shares

Rotating into defensive stocks? 3 ASX companies to consider

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These three companies could add some protection to your portfolio.

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Technology Shares

Have ASX technology shares finally hit rock bottom?

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Is now finally the time to buy low?

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ASX Share Market News

Bell Potter is tipping this ASX small-cap to rise 65%

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Are you looking to add an ASX small-cap with potentially compelling upside to your portfolio?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Shift your focus to passive income with these dividend ASX ETFs

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These funds can bring you passive income amidst broader market volatility.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

3 ASX ETFs set to benefit from the AI revolution

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These funds have been soaring over the last year.

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ASX Share Market News

Should investors buy the dip on these ASX 200 shares?

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These two shares tumbled more than 5% yesterday.

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Broker Notes

What to make of these volatile ASX shares

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What to make of these heavy swings?

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Value Investing

3 ASX 200 shares trading well below brokers' targets

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Here are three cheap stocks to add to your watchlist.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

How to avoid an over concentrated portfolio with one ASX ETF

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This ASX ETF aims for true diversification.

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Technology Shares

What to make of Xero's 12% recovery last week?

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Recovery on the way or time to sell?

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AI Stocks

How to position your portfolio for the AI impact? Expert

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What is Vanguard predicting?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

The ASX ETFs that have gotten off to the hottest starts in 2026

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These funds are flying to start the year.

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ASX Share Market News

Should you add this rising ASX 200 stock to your portfolio?

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This rising stock could be worth monitoring.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Are Coles or Woolworths shares a better buy right now?

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Here's an updated view on earnings results.

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Broker Notes

What is Morgans' updated view on Endeavour shares?

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Here's the latest from the broker.

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Healthcare Shares

Beaten down: Are Cochlear, Pro Medicus or CSL shares a better buy right now?

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Which struggling healthcare stock could bounce back?

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ASX Share Market News

2 ASX 200 shares you'll be glad you held for 10 years

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Hang onto these shares even while volatility persists.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Which ASX ETFs are investors flocking to amidst volatility?

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Where are investors turning?

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Industrials Shares

Bell Potter lists this ASX industrials stock as a buy after key acquisition

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Why this flying industrials stock can keep going.

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Broker Notes

Are Endeavour Group shares a buy after its earnings results crash?

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Is now the time to buy the dip?

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REITs

An exciting REIT for real estate investors to add to their watchlist

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Have you heard of this ASX REIT?

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Broker Notes

Can these red hot ASX 200 stocks keep rising?

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Here's what experts are saying.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

What is the best global defence ASX ETF?

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Three funds to consider for global defence.

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52-Week Lows

These ASX 200 stocks are trading close to 52 week lows: Is it time to buy low?

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Which of these struggling companies has the best chance of bouncing back?

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Bank Shares

How much have investors made in big four bank shares over the past year?

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Once again, ASX bank stocks are proving a strong investment.

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Broker Notes

Are these ASX shares a buy, hold or sell after earnings results?

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Morgans believes these stocks could rise in the near future.

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Small Cap Shares

Two exciting small caps with buy recommendations from Morgans

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Here are two small caps to keep an eye on.

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Healthcare Shares

The cutting edge ASX healthcare stock that could rise 50%

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Why is the broker bullish on this stock?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Is now the time to buy climate focused ASX ETFs?

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Here are four funds to consider.

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ASX Share Market News

ASX 200 shares to buy on the cheap right now

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Have these stocks been oversold?

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Small Cap Shares

What is Bell Potter's view on these ASX small-cap stocks?

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The broker is tipping strong upside.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter just updated its guidance on these ASX 300 shares

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Is it good news or bad news for these companies?

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Small Cap Shares

3 ASX small-caps that should be on every investor's radar

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Fresh guidance from various brokers has identified three ASX small-caps with big upside.

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Healthcare Shares

Is this ASX healthcare stock a buy, hold or sell after jumping 10% on earnings results?

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This stock could be set to double in 2026.

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Earnings Results

This ASX materials stock just climbed 8% on earnings results and hasn't finished rising

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This soaring materials stock can keep rising according to Morgans.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Niche ASX ETFs headed for massive growth

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Do you have exposure to these sectors in your portfolio?

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Broker Notes

How high could Woolworths shares rise in 2026?

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Here's the fresh outlook for Woolworths shares.

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