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Bronwyn Allen

Bronwyn has 28 years of experience in journalism, copywriting, and media relations. She began her career as a reporter with News Corporation in Sydney in 1997. She later worked for two real estate corporations in communications and PR roles, then started her own freelance copywriting and publicity business. A keen shares investor, Bronwyn joined the Motley Fool Australia team as a copy editor and writer in June 2021.

Recent Articles

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Financial Shares

ASX 200 financials was the best sector of FY25. But it's time to sell these 2 stocks, say experts

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 financials sector gave investors a near-30% total return in the 2025 financial year.

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Technology Shares

Brokers rerate 3 leading ASX 200 tech stocks

| Bronwyn Allen

Experts reveal their ratings on the ASX 200 tech sector's three biggest companies.

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Opinions

Buy alert! 2 ASX 200 blue-chip shares worth a look now: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

Dylan Evans from Catapult Wealth has identified two blue-chip shares that he thinks are good buys today.

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Best Shares

9 ASX 200 shares that doubled in value in FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

These ASX 200 star performers delivered double-or-more share price growth in FY25.

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Dividend Investing

Own ASX A200, NDQ, or ARMR ETFs? It's dividend payday for you!

| Bronwyn Allen

Betashares will pay distributions to ASX ETF investors today.

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Dividend Investing

Why it's a great day for Vanguard ASX ETF investors!

| Bronwyn Allen

It's dividend payday for investors in the VAS, VHY, VGS and other Vanguard ETFs today.

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Best Shares

Which ASX 200 large-cap shares outperformed their peers in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 large-cap shares for capital growth in FY25.

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Opinions

2 ASX auto stocks to buy — and 1 to sell: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

Analysts have shared fresh insights into 3 ASX auto shares -- and not all of them are in the buy…

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Opinions

ASX retail share whose 'fundamentals have deteriorated significantly': expert

| Bronwyn Allen

Christopher Watt from Bell Potter explains his views on this former market darling.

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Opinions

3 soaring ASX 200 large-cap shares that are now overvalued: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

Two experts say this trio of ASX 200 large-caps have overshot and it's time to take some profits.

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ETFs

Top 6 ETFs holding ASX shares that produced the best returns in FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

Of the 425 exchange-traded funds listed on the ASX and CBOE, these were the best performers of FY25.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 utilities shares outperform: Are investors switching to defensives?

| Bronwyn Allen

The utilities sector was the best performing sector by a wide margin last week.

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ETFs

Which ASX ETF delivered better returns in FY25: VAS, VGS, or VTS?

| Bronwyn Allen

Investors in these popular Vanguard ETFs enjoyed solid returns last financial year.

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Superannuation

33% of Aussies don't know their superannuation balance. Here's how much you should have now

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's how much super you need at your age now to ensure a comfortable retirement down the track.

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Dividend Investing

Own IVV ETF or other iShares ASX ETFs? It's dividend payday for you!

| Bronwyn Allen

Thinking TGIF? There's a better reason to celebrate. It's dividend payday for iShares investors!

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Share Market News

Which delivered superior returns in FY25: CSL, A2 Milk, or Telstra shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

We review the share price growth and dividend income delivered to investors in FY25.

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Gold

Experts reveal 4 ASX gold shares with more than 30% upside potential in FY26

| Bronwyn Allen

Think the ASX gold rush is over? Think again. Experts say these stocks have more share price growth ahead.

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Financial Shares

Which ASX 200 financial share delivered better returns in FY25: IAG, AMP, or Zip?

| Bronwyn Allen

We compare share price movements and dividend payments for these 3 ASX 200 financial stocks.

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ETFs

How did the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF go in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

Investors in Australia's biggest ASX ETF enjoyed solid returns last financial year.

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Retail Shares

Ka-ching! 5 fastest growing ASX 200 retail shares of FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

After strong share price growth, do brokers think these ASX 200 retail stocks have more room to run?

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Broker Notes

'Materially undervalued': Brokers name 3 ASX shares ripe for investment

| Bronwyn Allen

Looking for some FY26 investment inspiration?

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, or sell Domino's Pizza shares after shock CEO exit? Here's what the experts say

| Bronwyn Allen

The Domino's share price has been recovering after losing a quarter of its value last Wednesday.

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Travel Shares

Did Flight Centre, Air New Zealand, or Qantas shares fly highest in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

How did these ASX travel shares perform last financial year?

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Opinions

Expert reveals 2 ASX stocks to sell — and 1 is a recent IPO

| Bronwyn Allen

Toby Grimm from Baker Young shares his insights.

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Small Cap Shares

5 ASX small-cap shares that screamed 114% to 362% higher in FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

Here are some examples of ASX small-cap shares that experienced outstanding price growth in FY25.

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Resources Shares

Did BHP, Rio Tinto, or Fortescue shares deliver the best returns in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

Many Australians are invested in this mega mining trio. How were the returns in FY25?

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Opinions

Expert's verdict on 3 ASX 200 shares (2 have doubled in value and the other has lost 29%)

| Bronwyn Allen

Two of these stocks were the best performers of their sectors in FY25. Should you buy, hold, or sell?

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ETFs

How did the iShares S&P 500 AUD ETF perform in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

US shares outperformed ASX shares in FY25 and IVV ETF investors benefited.

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Financial Shares

5 best ASX 200 financial shares of FY25 (CBA didn't make the cut!)

| Bronwyn Allen

These stocks were well and truly 'in the black' for share price growth last financial year.

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Broker Notes

Morgans reveals 4 ASX All Ords shares to buy now — and 2 may surprise you

| Bronwyn Allen

The top broker has revealed a buy rating on four ASX All Ords shares from different market sectors.

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Small Cap Shares

Tiny tech: 3 ASX small-cap shares with new ratings

| Bronwyn Allen

Toby Grimm of Baker Young and Peter Day of Sequoia Wealth Management share their new ratings.

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Share Market News

Why it's time to sell IAG and 2 other ASX 200 financial shares: brokers

| Bronwyn Allen

Tony Paterno from Ord Minnett and Toby Grimm from Baker Young have sell ratings on these stocks.

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Share Gainers

ASX tech shares outperformed US tech stocks by 2:1 in FY25. Here's why

| Bronwyn Allen

Forget the Magnificent 7! Aussie tech shares had twice as much price growth as US tech stocks in FY25.

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Share Market News

Is it too late to buy Pro Medicus shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Pro Medicus shares have risen 550% over 3 years. Have you missed the boat? Three experts weigh in.

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Materials Shares

Buy, hold, or sell? Broker's verdict on 3 ASX 200 materials shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Materials was one of four market sectors that weakened in overall value in FY25.

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Technology Shares

3 ASX 200 tech shares to buy in July: Experts

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX tech sector delivered outstanding returns for investors in FY25.

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Healthcare Shares

These 5 ASX 200 healthcare shares gained the most weight in FY25

| Bronwyn Allen

These stocks were in great health last financial year.

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Share Market News

Pro Medicus shares surge 10% to crack $300 as healthcare leads ASX 200 sectors

| Bronwyn Allen

Pro Medicus shares just keep on going, rising 625% over the past three years.

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Share Market News

How did ASX REITs vs. residential property investment perform in FY25?

| Bronwyn Allen

We review the share price growth of the largest ASX REITs vs. residential property investment in FY25.

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 large-cap shares that this fundie is cashing in after phenomenal growth

| Bronwyn Allen

Shaw and Partners portfolio manager James Gerrish says he knows this will be an 'unpopular call'.

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