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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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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 60% upside for this ASX 200 stock

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How much upside does Macquarie see in this ASX gaming stock?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips more than 20% upside for this ASX lithium stock

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This lithium stock is flying high today and Macquarie expects that growth to continue.

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REITs

Macquarie names its top 2 ASX 200 REITs

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Looking for exposure to ASX REITs? Here are two Macquarie has tipped to outperform.

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Materials Shares

These two ASX materials shares have 40-60% upside

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These two stocks have big upside according to Bell Potter.

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52-Week Lows

Why did Bell Potter just lower its price target on REA Group shares?

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Are REA Group shares still a buy?

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Broker Notes

Does Morgans rate Woolworths shares a buy, hold or sell?

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After promising Q1 results, how does this broker view Woolworths shares?

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Broker Notes

Up 25% this year, how much further upside does Macquarie predict for Siteminder shares?

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Is there still more upside in this ASX technology stock?

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Healthcare Shares

Bell Potter just upgraded the target price on ASX healthcare stock

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There could be even more growth to come for this healthcare stock.

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Technology Shares

Up 40% this year, does Macquarie still rate Data#3 shares a buy?

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Is there still room for growth for this impressive tech stock?

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Broker Notes

Up 64% this year, can this ASX 200 mining stock keep on surging?

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Is it too late to buy this soaring ASX 200 stock?

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ASX Share Market News

What's Macquarie's top pick for the third week of AGM season?

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This broker has identified a possible winner from AGM season.

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Energy Shares

Macquarie tips 45% upside for this ASX All Ords energy stock

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This broker is bullish on this energy stock.

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Bank Shares

What's Macquarie's current outlook on the big 4 banks?

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Is there any upside in the banking sector?

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Broker Notes

Does this broker prefer Whitehaven Coal or Pilbara Minerals shares?

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Is it time to buy, hold, or sell these well-known stocks?

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Broker Notes

Why did Morgans just lower its outlook on two small-cap shares

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Morgans has adjusted its view on these two stocks.

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Energy Shares

Does Macquarie rate Whitehaven Coal shares a buy, hold or sell?

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This coal miner has had a resilient year. Is there upside?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie initiates coverage of Zip shares with outperform rating and predicts 17% upside

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Is it time to buy now on these BNPL shares?

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Pilbara Minerals shares a buy, hold, or sell?

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Are Pilbara Minerals shares a buy, hold, or sell?

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Technology Shares

What is Bell Potter's view on this up and coming technology stock?

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This technology stock could be poised for further growth

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Broker Notes

This ASX industrials stock is up 150% this year – can it keep rising?

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Is it too late to jump aboard this share market winner?

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Industrials Shares

Bell Potter just initiated coverage with a buy recommendation on this ASX industrials stock

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Is this ASX industrials stock a buy, or should investors wait and see?

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Gold

Bell Potter says these ASX gold shares aren't finished rising yet!

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Investors conscious of a gold sell off might be interested in Bell Potter's recent analysis of these gold shares.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Invest in this ASX ETF for rare earths stock exposure

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Looking for rare earths exposure? Consider these ASX ETFs.

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Broker Notes

This ASX financials stock has already doubled this year – Morgans thinks it can keep going!

| Aaron Bell

Its not too late to buy this stock market winner according to Morgans.

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Energy Shares

Bell Potter just lowered its view on these ASX energy shares

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What's behind the change in target price?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Consider this ASX ETF to cash in on the growth of Aussie technology 

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The team at Betashares has shed light on the impressive growth of Aussie tech.

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Broker Notes

Which ASX 200 financials stock is tipped to rise 75%?

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After a down year, this financials stock could be a buy low candidate?

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Broker Notes

Which of these 3 ASX stocks does Ord Minnett prefer?

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Which of these ASX stocks does Ord Minnett prefer?

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Healthcare Shares

Broker lists one ASX healthcare stock as a buy and one a sell

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Bell Potter views these stocks very differently.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Powering up: VanEck announces new uranium/energy ASX ETF

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Looking for exposure to nuclear energy? This new ASX ETF might fit the bill.

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Broker Notes

This ASX consumer discretionary stock is set to rise 20%!

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This stock has fallen over the last month, leading to an upgrade from Bell Potter.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

2 Simple ASX ETFs to buy and hold for life

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These two funds can help build a balanced portfolio with low ongoing fees.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says this ASX real estate stock is a buy with 15% upside

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This newly listed ASX stock is trading at an attractive price according to Bell Potter.

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Broker Notes

How does Morgans view CSC shares after its big announcement?

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Are these shares worth considering according to Morgans?

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Broker Notes

This ASX financials stock has 18% upside according to Morgans

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This financials stock could be set for a rebound.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Have you considered exposure to royalty income for your ASX ETF portfolio?

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This unique fund could provide diversification to your portfolio.

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Growth Shares

A $10,000 stake in this ASX growth stock bought in January is now worth…

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This growth stock has flown past the market this year.

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REITs

Which ASX REITs are a buy, hold and sell according to Bell Potter?

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Here is fresh analysis from Bell Potter on the REIT sector.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter is bullish on this ASX penny stock with 30% upside!

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Could this ASX penny stock be a long-term winner?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

This ASX ETF is already up almost 30% since opening in May

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This fund has raced ahead of the market since May.

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