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Brendon Lau

Brendon Lau

Brendon’s passion for shares started by accident in 2003 and he has worked in various roles around capital markets ever since as a trader, stock analyst and markets reporter with the Australian Financial Review. Most of his wealth has come from share investing than any other asset class, and that has given him the financial freedom not to work full-time, if he chooses to. Brendon is a medium to long-term investor who aims to hold positions for a year or longer and is focused on fundamental analysis, although he will occasionally use technical indicators to time his entries and exits. Brendon has an MBA from Melbourne Business School and is RG 146 certified. He lives in Melbourne with his wife, three kids and two dogs.

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NRW Holdings Limited slumps on interim loss: Here's the detail investors need to know

| Brendon Lau

NRW Holdings Limited's (ASX:NHW) big profit loss is disappointing and the dropping of its interim dividend discouraging, but it is…

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Which stock posted an 11-fold surge in profit and is a screaming buy?

| Brendon Lau

Not many would have noticed this tiny cap healthcare stock even after it delivered a stunning half year result and…

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Specialty Fashion Group Ltd. reports results: Is it at bargain prices?

| Brendon Lau

Specialty Fashion Group Ltd. (ASX:SFH) sinks to a two-year low. The stock is starting to look cheap but investors should…

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Regional Express Holdings Ltd drops on profit result: Is it time to buy?

| Brendon Lau

The market may be disappointed with Regional Express Holdings Ltd's (ASX:REX) 10% earnings growth, but there're reasons for shareholders to…

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AMA Group Ltd zooms back to growth: Here's what you need to know

| Brendon Lau

AMA Group Ltd (ASX: AMA) is on track to deliver a strong full year result and value investors shouldn't be…

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Here's why eBet Limited is still worth a punt even after its strong run

| Brendon Lau

eBet Limited (ASX:EBT) has been under the radar of most investors. But its good interim result and growth potential makes…

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NetComm Wireless Ltd plunges on results: Here's what you need to know

| Brendon Lau

The crash in NetComm Wireless Ltd (ASX: NTC) share price to a one-year low reflects a disconnect between short-term market…

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Here's why buying Silex Systems Ltd is like playing chicken with the market

| Brendon Lau

Investing in Silex Systems Ltd (ASX:SLX) is really like playing poker. Not only is the stock a high-risk high-reward endeavor,…

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What you need to know about the huge price fall of STW Communications Group Ltd.

| Brendon Lau

STW Communications Group Ltd. (ASX: SGN) gets hammered after its full year results miss just about every target. This increases…

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Why has Ardent Leisure Group plunged today?

| Brendon Lau

Ardent Leisure Group (ASX:AAD) could have short-term issues following its weaker-than-expected first half result, but longer term investors have reasons…

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3 big reasons to buy Nanosonics Ltd.

| Brendon Lau

Nanosonics Ltd. (ASX:NAN) is at record highs, but if its stars align there could be more gains ahead.

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Should you buy Rungepincockminarco Ltd today?

| Brendon Lau

The first half result from Rungepincockminarco Ltd (ASX:RUL) raises a few questions about its turnaround even as management reports some…

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Is the fall in the FSA Group Ltd share price a buying opportunity?

| Brendon Lau

FSA Group Ltd (ASX:FSA) suffered from profit taking despite posting better-than-expected interim results. But the share price weakness may not…

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Why is DWS Ltd climbing after cutting dividend and profit?

| Brendon Lau

There's a risk that DWS will fail to meet full year consensus expectations following its interim result, but these risks…

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Imdex Limited jumps as interim results point to recovery: Is it a buy?

| Brendon Lau

Embattled Imdex Limited (ASX:IMD) has lost more than half of its market value in the past six months but its…

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Is the bounce in Newsat Limited's share price a sign to buy the stock?

| Brendon Lau

Newsat Limited's (ASX:NWT) relief rally since news of its financing problems belies a deeper issue. A major client won't confirm…

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Is Nanosonics Ltd. still a buy after today's big jump?

| Brendon Lau

Nanosonics Ltd. (ASX:NAN) rallied today on strong quarterly sales but further upside is more dependent on the Australian dollar staying…

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Independence Group NL jumps to 3-year high: Here's what you need to know

| Brendon Lau

Gold and base metals miner Independence Group NL (ASX:IGO) has surged on a solid quarterly report and there are a…

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Discover the stocks most likely to deliver positive and negative surprises in February

| Brendon Lau

Looking to get an edge in the upcoming reporting season? Looking at share price performance of a company could be…

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Which is the best value copper stock on the ASX?

| Brendon Lau

Are you tempted to go bargain hunting for our copper stocks with the sector slumping in sympathy with the price…

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Two small cap stocks I am banking on in 2015

| Brendon Lau

Our sharemarket has posted a solid start to the year but there are two small cap stocks I am counting…

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iProperty Group Ltd surges over 7%: Is it too late to buy?

| Brendon Lau

iProperty Group Ltd (ASX:IPP) has surged to a four-month high and investors should expect further gains despite the stock's high…

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Does MACA Limited have more to lose than Arrium Ltd from today's bad news?

| Brendon Lau

Arrium Ltd's (ASX:ARI) decision to mothball one of its mines and take a massive writedown has hurt MACA Limited (ASX:MLD)…

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Is Imdex Limited a screaming bargain?

| Brendon Lau

Those with a tolerance for volatility who are happy to invest for the medium term should give drilling products and…

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These 3 stocks are rated "top buys" by experts: Here's why

| Brendon Lau

There are three stocks that have just been picked by major brokers as "top buys". These include SAI Global Limited…

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What would it take to trigger a re-rating in Universal Biosensors, Inc.?

| Brendon Lau

Universal Biosensors, Inc. (ASX:UBI) announces better-than-expected quarterly revenue but the small cap isn't likely to get a positive re-rating unless…

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Which stocks are tipped to beat profit expectations in February?

| Brendon Lau

We are likely to see earnings upgrades during the February reporting season as too much bad news and not enough…

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What does UXC Limited's 10% surge mean for the tech services sector?

| Brendon Lau

The pain in the business technology services sector from client budget cuts may be coming to an end with UXC…

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Is the tide turning for blue chip mining stocks?

| Brendon Lau

The mining sector is set to remain volatile but there's a discernible turn in sentiment towards our embattled blue chip…

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Why has Ardent Leisure Group crashed 5% today?

| Brendon Lau

What's eating Ardent Leisure Group (ASX:AAD) with the stock down by more than 10% this year? It may be counter…

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Specialty Fashion Group Ltd. jumps on update: Is it a screaming buy or value trap?

| Brendon Lau

The better-than-expected underlying performance of the apparel retailer for the first half is offset by its acquisition of embattled Rivers.…

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If you missed Lifehealthcare Group Ltd's 30% surge here's another stock to watch

| Brendon Lau

Value investors who feel they have missed out on Lifehealthcare Group Ltd's (ASX:LHC) 30% surge from its initial public offer…

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Is there a silver lining to Cardno Limited's 16% plunge?

| Brendon Lau

Cardno Limited (ASX:CDD) looks like a wounded animal with its share price crashing to a six-year low on news of…

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What investors can learn from LBT Innovations Limited's slump to a seven-month low

| Brendon Lau

LBT Innovations Limited's (ASX:LBT) painful crash today on news that its French partner is pursuing another interest holds lessons for…

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Why Prophecy International Holdings Limited surged 13%

| Brendon Lau

Prophecy International Holdings Limited (ASX:PRO) jumped to a 10-month high today. Here's why

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Put STW Communications Group Ltd on the list of potential takeover targets for 2015

| Brendon Lau

Advertising group STW Communications Group Ltd (ASX:SGN) is looking like a prime takeover target with its largest shareholder buying more…

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The retailer with the most to prove in the coming weeks

| Brendon Lau

All eyes will be on the retail sector tomorrow with the release of November's retail sales figure but Specialty Fashion…

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Will gold stocks be the biggest comeback kid for 2015?

| Brendon Lau

Gold stocks have outperformed in the past few months but there's plenty left in the tank, especially for gold producers…

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Downer jumps on contract win but there's more to picking winners in the embattled sector

| Brendon Lau

Is Downer EDI Limited (ASX:DOW) an opportunity or too expensive at current prices?

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Why Tiger Resources jumped today

| Brendon Lau

Copper producer soars in early trading

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