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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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Share Market News

Finishing strong – 3 ASX 200 stocks soaring in December

| Aaron Bell

These stocks are storming home strong to end the year.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to target in the new year – the booming themes of 2025

| Aaron Bell

Does your portfolio include exposure to these emerging themes?

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Financial Shares

Morgans just initiated coverage on this financials stock tipping strong upside

| Aaron Bell

After falling 8% in the last month, this stock could be a buy low candidate.

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Share Market News

Did the ASX 200, NASDAQ 100, or S&P 500 perform better this year?

| Aaron Bell

You might be surprised which index led the field in 2025.

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ETFs

The ASX ETFs that have stood the test of time

| Aaron Bell

These funds have weathered the storm through plenty of ups and downs.

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Value Investing

2 ASX 200 shares down 30% or more that could be a new years buy

| Aaron Bell

I'm keeping a close eye on these struggling stocks.

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Technology Shares

Last minute technology shares for your Christmas wish list

| Aaron Bell

I'd ask Santa for shares in these two tech shares with big upside.

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ETFs

Guess how much $10,000 invested in these VanEck ASX ETFs a year ago is worth today?

| Aaron Bell

Did you have these ETFs in your portfolio this year?

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Share Market News

Investors tripled their returns with these ASX 300 shares this year

| Aaron Bell

Did you cash in with these multi-baggers in 2025?

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ETFs

Two ASX ETFs I'm targeting for a bounce back next year

| Aaron Bell

Target these ASX ETFs in the new year.

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Materials Shares

Investors likely doubled their returns with these ASX 200 stocks in 2025

| Aaron Bell

Were these market winners in your portfolio?

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ETFs

Could these ASX ETFs be set for a rebound in 2026?

| Aaron Bell

Look out for these funds to rebound next year.

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Materials Shares

Top broker just raised its price target on this ASX materials stock

| Aaron Bell

Is this stock still a buy after Friday's big gain?

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Broker Notes

What is Morgans' view on GrainCorp shares after monster sell-off?

| Aaron Bell

Is it time to buy-low after the sell-off?

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ETFs

Guess how much $10,000 invested a year ago in these global ASX ETFs is worth today

| Aaron Bell

These global indexes could be worth tracking.

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Materials Shares

Macquarie tips more than 120% upside for this ASX mining stock

| Aaron Bell

Is this stock worth a buy?

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Value Investing

2 undervalued ASX 200 shares to target

| Aaron Bell

These could be rebound candidates in 2026.

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Broker Notes

Two ASX 200 stocks with buy recommendations from Ord Minnett

| Aaron Bell

These two stocks appear to have strong upside.

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Small Cap Shares

Top broker just initiated coverage on two ASX small-cap stocks with a buy recommendation

| Aaron Bell

Why these small-cap stocks are a buy according to Bell Potter.

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Real Estate Shares

How does Bell Potter view this real estate stock after yesterday's 10% rise?

| Aaron Bell

Can this red hot real estate stock keep rising?

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Small Cap Shares

Why Australian small-cap shares are shining

| Aaron Bell

Why are investors pushing their chips in on small caps?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Are these two struggling consumer staples shares a bargain?

| Aaron Bell

These shares could be a buy-low opportunity.

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Broker Notes

Two undervalued agriculture ASX shares to add to your Christmas stocking

| Aaron Bell

These stocks could be a buy before the new year.

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ETFs

Which ethical ASX ETF is on track to deliver the best returns in 2025?

| Aaron Bell

This fund is racing ahead of the ASX 200 this year.

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Bank Shares

Is there opportunity in 2026 outside the big four bank shares?

| Aaron Bell

Do you own these bank shares?

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs that can generate more cash than your savings account

| Aaron Bell

Have you considered an ASX ETF for passive income?

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Small Cap Shares

The ASX small-cap stock that could double in value in 2026

| Aaron Bell

Here's why Bell Potter thinks this small-cap stock is a buy.

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Technology Shares

Bell Potter just initiated coverage with a buy recommendation for this ASX technology stock

| Aaron Bell

This ASX technology stock could be worth a look.

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ETFs

These two ASX ETFs soared in the month of November

| Aaron Bell

Do you have these market beating funds in your portfolio?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips double digit upside for this ASX 200 stock

| Aaron Bell

Is this explosive stock worth a buy?

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Cash Rates

RBA watch: Sectors to target and avoid should interest rates rise – Expert

| Aaron Bell

Anticipating further hikes in 2026? Here are sectors to watch.

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Broker Notes

Two ASX defence stocks to add to your christmas wish list

| Aaron Bell

It seems the bull run for defence stocks isn't finished.

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Broker Notes

Morgans says to buy these two ASX shares

| Aaron Bell

These ASX shares are worth monitoring according to Morgans.

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Broker Notes

Ord Minnett tips 40% upside for this ASX utilities stock

| Aaron Bell

The wealth management firm has an optimistic view on this struggling stock.

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ETFs

Guess how much $10,000 in these ASX ETFs at inception would be worth today?

| Aaron Bell

Within a year or so, these three funds have brought big returns.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Macquarie names its top ASX consumer staples and consumer discretionary stock picks

| Aaron Bell

Do you have exposure to these stocks in your portfolio?

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Healthcare Shares

How much further upside is there for Mesoblast shares after soaring 23% in a month?

| Aaron Bell

Could FDA approval send this healthcare stock towards further gains?

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Broker Notes

Broker tips 30% upside for this ASX 200 stock

| Aaron Bell

This ASX 200 stock could now be a buy-low option.

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Technology Shares

Stocks to target for a tech rebound in 2026

| Aaron Bell

Have you considered these undervalued tech stocks?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What's Bell Potter's updated view on this booming consumer staples stock?

| Aaron Bell

Is this olive oil producer a buy, hold or sell?

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