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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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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-caps tipped to climb in 2026

| Aaron Bell

Two small-caps worth watching this year.

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Broker Notes

Should you buy this ASX utilities stock before it explodes?

| Aaron Bell

One broker has an optimistic price target on this All Ords stock.

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ESG

3 of the most popular ethical/ESG ASX ETFs in 2026

| Aaron Bell

Do you have ESG exposure in your portfolio?

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Materials Shares

The growing case for critical minerals – Expert

| Aaron Bell

New research from Betashares shows the growing demand for critical minerals amidst Australia's strategic repositioning.

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-caps with big upside to target in February

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Watch out for these small-caps this month.

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Industrials Shares

Bell Potter tips 13% upside for this ASX 200 industrials stock

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Despite short term headwinds, there could be upside for this ASX 200 stock.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Top broker weighs in after Graincorp shares plummet 14%

| Aaron Bell

Are these shares a buy, hold or sell after Monday's poor result?

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Materials Shares

Why did this ASX materials stock tumble after reporting record profits?

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After posting strong results, is this miner a buy, hold or sell?

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AI Stocks

The high flying ASX small-cap AI stock you need to pay attention to!

| Aaron Bell

This AI stock is a must watch.

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ASX Share Market News

Is AI a real threat to CAR Group and REA Group shares?

| Aaron Bell

An expert has weighed in on big questions that need answering this earnings season.

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Energy Shares

Why it's time to sell Whitehaven Coal shares – Expert

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This coal miner may have hit its peak.

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Healthcare Shares

This broker just upgraded this ASX healthcare stock and is predicting 30% upside

| Aaron Bell

A new collaboration has sparked interest in this healthcare stock.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Should Aussie investors have exposure to Chinese equities in 2026? – Expert 

| Aaron Bell

The Chinese AI boom has been gaining steam - is it a long-term play?

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Healthcare Shares

Is this ASX healthcare stock a buy after yesterday's 5% drop?

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Price targets from Bell Potter anticipate a massive rise this year.

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Cash Rates

Expert says an RBA rate hike in February is a done deal – How should investors react?

| Aaron Bell

This expert believes two rate hikes could be coming this year.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Global X releases new ASX ETF targeting silver shares

| Aaron Bell

Think the silver rally can continue? This ASX ETF might be for you.

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Materials Shares

"A+ Scorecard" – Bell Potter just upgraded this ASX materials stock

| Aaron Bell

Can this rocketing mining stock keep going?

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Materials Shares

After rising 22% this month, it could be time to sell this booming ASX materials stock

| Aaron Bell

It could be time for investors to find the exit after a red hot start to the year.

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Small Cap Shares

Are these ASX small-cap stocks about to double?

| Aaron Bell

Bell Potter says these two stocks are worth watching.

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ASX Share Market News

Should you buy the dip on these red hot ASX 200 stocks?

| Aaron Bell

After a strong 12 months, are these stocks a buy, hold or sell?

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ASX Share Market News

3 ASX ETFs off to a hot start in 2026

| Aaron Bell

Is it time to jump on board these winning funds?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Up 50% in 6 months, this ASX consumer staples stock is tipped to keep rising

| Aaron Bell

Despite such a fast rise, this broker is expecting more growth.

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Broker Notes

ASX Sectors to target and avoid in 2026: Expert

| Aaron Bell

Which sectors are likely do perform well in 2026?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

3 high yield ASX ETFs perfect for income investors

| Aaron Bell

These funds are ideal for dividend investors.

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Small Cap Shares

The ASX small-cap stock that could be set to boom

| Aaron Bell

This iron ore producer is expected to keep steaming ahead.

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Communication Shares

Bell Potter just raised its price target on this ASX communications stock

| Aaron Bell

Is this soaring communications stock still a buy?

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Broker Notes

Two ASX 200 stocks to buy after crashing 6-9% yesterday

| Aaron Bell

Bell Potter is tipping an 18-40% resurgence for these stocks.

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Energy Shares

Up 34% in 12 months, here's why Amplitude Energy shares can keep rising

| Aaron Bell

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

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Materials Shares

"A Giant Awakes" – Broker tips 40% upside for this ASX materials stock

| Aaron Bell

This gold and copper miner is a waking giant according to Bell Potter.

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Broker Notes

ASX defence stocks to target according to Bell Potter

| Aaron Bell

The bull run might not be finished yet for these two companies.

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Energy Shares

What's Bell Potter's view on Beach Energy shares after its 9% production dip?

| Aaron Bell

How does the broker view this stock after yesterday's report?

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Industrials Shares

This sizzling ASX defence stock just fell 6% – Time to buy the dip?

| Aaron Bell

Is this booming stock still a buy?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

ASX ETFs with big gains and low fees

| Aaron Bell

These funds combine low ongoing costs and strong returns.

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52-Week Lows

Should you buy the dip on these ASX 200 stocks?

| Aaron Bell

After yesterday's fall, are these stocks worth a buy?

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Materials Shares

5 of the hottest ASX metals and mining shares right now

| Aaron Bell

Do you have exposure to these soaring shares?

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Small Cap Shares

Why the small-cap renaissance is only just beginning: Expert

| Aaron Bell

Do you have exposure to global small caps in your portfolio?

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Broker Notes

Two ASX penny stocks Bell Potter thinks are worth watching in 2026

| Aaron Bell

Bell Potter is tipping upside on these penny stocks.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Why Aussies are pouring into ASX ETFs at a record pace

| Aaron Bell

2025 was a record year for ETF investment.

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Small Cap Shares

Up 16% in 2026 already – is this ASX small-cap a buy?

| Aaron Bell

Can the coal rally continue?

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Energy Shares

Top broker just increased its price target on Whitehaven Coal shares

| Aaron Bell

Can this coal miner keep charging ahead?

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