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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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Broker Notes

Attention! This broker just updated its rating on Pro Medicus shares

| Aaron Bell

Morgans just upgraded its view on Pro Medicus shares. But how does this compare to other brokers?

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Broker Notes

Are Netwealth shares a buy?

| Aaron Bell

Macquarie has provided fresh analysis on this ASX 200 financials stock.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Has this struggling consumer discretionary stock fallen into buy-low territory?

| Aaron Bell

One broker is tipping a long-term bounce back for this stock.

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ETFs

Can investors really lock in 10% to 12% annual returns with these mining ASX ETFs?

| Aaron Bell

These ASX ETFs can be set and forget options for investors looking for exposure to the resources sector.

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Broker Notes

Morgans upgraded this ASX industrials stock and tips 13% upside!

| Aaron Bell

How much higher can this market beater rise?

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ETFs

Global X announces new ASX ETF

| Aaron Bell

Another new fund has hit the market.

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Communication Shares

Is TPG a good stock to buy now?

| Aaron Bell

After falling in the last month, this Aussie telecom company could be a buy. 

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Broker Notes

Up 47% in a year, does Macquarie rate Computershare shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Aaron Bell

Is it time to sell this stock after a strong 12 months?

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Bank Shares

Commonwealth Bank shares hit by major outage. What do investors need to know?

| Aaron Bell

Here's what investors need to know about the CBA outage.

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Bank Shares

Where will the CBA share price go next? Here's what the experts say

| Aaron Bell

Is it time to buy the dip on CBA shares?

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ETFs

Meet the newest ASX ETF from Betashares

| Aaron Bell

This new ASX ETF uses a unique strategy.

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Broker Notes

Up 225% in one year! What's next for this ASX materials stock?

| Aaron Bell

Can this ASX star keep the party going? Or is it time to sell?

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Gold

This ASX gold stock is up 80% YTD and tipped to continue!

| Aaron Bell

This broker believes this golden stock isn't finished yet.

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Technology Shares

Why this fantastic ASX technology stock is a buy now

| Aaron Bell

After a blistering 12 months, this stock is on this expert's radar.

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ETFs

3 reasons Aussie investors should consider tapping into Asian focused ASX ETFs

| Aaron Bell

Here is why I’m adding exposure to Asian markets in my portfolio.

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REITs

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

| Aaron Bell

Here is the latest analysis on the real estate sector from Bell Potter.

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Bank Shares

Ord Minnett's view on ANZ shares after $240 million ASIC penalty

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Are ANZ shares a buy, hold or sell?

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Industrials Shares

This ASX industrials stock just got a price target upgrade from Ord Minnett

| Aaron Bell

This broker has a positive view on this stock following the signing of a key contract. 

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Healthcare Shares

This ASX healthcare stock fell 18% in a month – is it a buy low?

| Aaron Bell

Guidance out of Bell Potter suggests this stock is set to rebound. 

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AI Stocks

These 2 ASX 200 heavyweights could be the ultimate beneficiaries of the AI arms race

| Aaron Bell

These companies are worth considering for AI exposure. 

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AI Stocks

What in the world is a semiconductor and why is it the backbone of artificial intelligence?

| Aaron Bell

If you keep seeing news and updates on AI and semiconductors, here is an overview of what that really means.

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Energy Shares

Are these ASX energy shares buy low candidates?

| Aaron Bell

Could these ASX energy shares bounceback?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Does Bell Potter prefer Light & Wonder or Aristocrat Leisure shares?

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These two gaming stocks have room to grow according to this broker.

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ETFs

Is this the best ASX ETF? $3.6 billion in returns suggests it might be!

| Aaron Bell

10 years of returns shows this ASX ETF is a winner.

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Financial Shares

This ASX financials stock could be set to rise 36%!

| Aaron Bell

This broker sees upside in this non-bank lender. 

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ETFs

Overexposed to the ASX 200? 2 ASX ETFs to add right now

| Aaron Bell

These funds provide exposure to global defensive and trending sectors.

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Financial Shares

Up 60% this year! This sizzling ASX financials stock isn't done yet

| Aaron Bell

Here's what's behind this optimistic price target.

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ETFs

Why now is a good time to turn to small-cap ASX ETFs

| Aaron Bell

Data shows there is opportunity for small-cap stocks.

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REITs

This ASX REIT stock comes with a 6% yield and 35% upside

| Aaron Bell

This small-cap stock could have a bright future. 

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Energy Shares

Broker tips 20% upside for this ASX mining stock

| Aaron Bell

The team out of Morgans has an attractive view on this stock. 

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Industrials Shares

Broker upgrades ASX industrials stock tipping 10% upside

| Aaron Bell

This stock could have the magic combination of high dividend payments and capital gain upside.

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Share Market News

Why did this ASX health care stock just plummet 12%?

| Aaron Bell

Is this a little bump in the road or a red flag?

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Growth Shares

Down 47%, this world-class ASX growth stock now looks very attractive

| Aaron Bell

Here's an exciting growth stock to watch.

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ETFs

3 international ASX ETFs racing ahead of the ASX 200 this year

| Aaron Bell

Investors who have looked overseas might have beaten the ASX so far this year.

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Dividend Investing

The 2 Australian banks I'd buy for dividend growth

| Aaron Bell

These two banks offer strong yields.

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ETFs

3 Australian focused ASX ETFs racing ahead of the ASX 200 this year

| Aaron Bell

These ASX ETFs have flown past the ASX 200.

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Small Cap Shares

2 small-cap shares with buy recommendations and 16-19% upside

| Aaron Bell

This broker has slapped attractive price targets on these 2 stocks. 

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REITs

This ASX REIT stock is a runaway train with more room to grow! 

| Aaron Bell

This REIT stock has already doubled in the last 12 months.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Harvey Norman shares are up 50% this year – can they keep rising?

| Aaron Bell

Brokers have conflicting views of this share market winner.

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ETFs

Guess how much $10,000 invested in these ASX ETFs 5 years ago would be worth today

| Aaron Bell

Sometimes its hard to beat a simple but effective ASX ETF over the long term.

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