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Brooke Cooper

Brooke has been a Motley Fool contributor since early 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Communication with specialisations in journalism and international studies from Charles Sturt University. Brooke aims to inform and excite Aussies keen to grow their wealth by investing in ASX companies. When not writing or researching, you'll likely find Brooke gallivanting around South East Queensland.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the super-sized Macquarie dividend

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The ASX 200 financials giant has revealed a record interim dividend.

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Share Market News

5 big ASX announcements making news this week

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Here's the news you need to know this week.

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Technology Shares

This tiny ASX tech share has turned a $30,000 investment into $1m in just 5 years

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This ASX tech share has a proven millionaire-maker.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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These ASX 200 shares outperformed all others on Thursday.

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 directors who have been buying up their company shares this week

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These insiders apparently like the look of their company's stock.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ordinaries shares leaping more than 10% on quarterly updates

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It's proving an exceptional day for these All Ords shares.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords share turned a $30,000 investment into $1 million

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This stock has gained 3,860% over the last 10 years.

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Dividend Investing

Could these ASX 200 lithium shares grow into dividend juggernauts?

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There aren’t many ASX 200 stocks involved with the battery-making material that pay dividends. Could these lithium miners be the…

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Financial Shares

Does the AMP share price undervalue the ASX 200 company?

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We We take a dive into the ASX 200 giant's books.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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It was a good day to own these ASX 200 shares.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Whitehaven share price getting beaten up today?

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The Whitehaven share price is sliding despite optimism from the company's boss.

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Dividend Investing

Do the highest-yielding ASX dividend shares really offer the best passive income?

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I'd be cautious of high-yielding dividend shares when building a portfolio for passive income.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 300 shares off to the races on Wednesday

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It's been a winning day on the market for these 3 companies.

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Materials Shares

Have Lake Resources shares really surged 200% since their ASX debut?

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The Lake Resources share price has hit some major highs and lows over the years.

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Financial Shares

Medibank share price plunges 15% as cyberattack bites into outlook

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The Medibank share price has plummeted on its return to trade.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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This ASX 200 lithium favourite topped the lot on Tuesday.

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Healthcare Shares

Is buying CSL shares right now a smart move?

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Experts are tipping a strong recovery for the healthcare stock.

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Bank Shares

Westpac share price trails ASX 200 big four following earnings dint

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Westpac is the worst performing ASX 200 big four bank share right now.

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How to invest

How I'd build a 'best ASX shares to buy now' list

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There are plenty of ways to identify potential ASX winners.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX lithium share has just been halted amid a major acquisition and cap raise

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The company could soon boast a new project.

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Materials Shares

This ASX 200 lithium share turned a $15,000 investment into $1.4 million

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The dividend-paying lithium stock has gained more than 8,000% over its listed life.

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Bank Shares

Westpac share price on watch following $1.3b earnings hit

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Notable items will leave a sizeable dint in the bank's second-half earnings.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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Guess which ASX 200 share soared 33% on Monday.

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Bank Shares

ASX 200 bank shares have had a stellar month. Here's why this expert is now worried

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The party could soon come to an end for ASX 200 bank shares.

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Materials Shares

4 ASX lithium shares surging more than 10% today

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It's a good day to hold these ASX lithium favourites.

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Broker Notes

Telstra shares: Buy, hold, or fold?

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One broker is tipping 21% upside for the ASX 200 telco giant's stock.

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Materials Shares

3 ASX mining shares that turned a $10,000 investment into $500,000

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If you need a reminder of the power of investing, you've come to the right place.

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How to invest

How I'd build a portfolio by investing in top ASX shares now

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Here's how I would take advantage of this year's volatility to build a portfolio.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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These ASX 200 shares ended the week on a high.

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Financial Shares

Why did the IAG share price get smashed today?

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The company is upping premiums to stave off impacts of inflation, natural disasters, and rising reinsurance costs.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

A certain ex-bookie has sold off $11m worth of this ASX 300 share in a month

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The bookie-turned-businessman first bought into the stock in January.

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Financial Shares

Why have Medibank shares just been suspended from trading on the ASX?

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The company's stock could remain suspended until Wednesday.

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Investing Strategies

No savings at 40? I'd use the Warren Buffett method to build wealth

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Here's some golden advice from the 'Oracle of Omaha'.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX lithium company is the biggest holder of Sayona Mining shares?

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One ASX lithium favourite has a major stake in another...

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Share Market News

5 big ASX announcements making news this week

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Here are the headlines you wouldn't want to miss.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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These ASX 200 shares defied today's downturn to post notable gains.

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Energy Shares

Is AGL really an ASX 200 'business with huge, huge upside for shareholders'?

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What could the future bring for AGL stock?

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ordinaries shares smashing multi-year highs today

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These three All Ords shares have defied today's sell-off to trade at their highest points in years.

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Travel Shares

Qantas shares: Buy, hold, or fold?

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Could the airline's stock really offer 25% upside?

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Technology Shares

3 ASX tech shares that have managed to turn a $1,000 investment into $50,000

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Despite 2022's volatility, these ASX tech shares have proven winners over the last decade.

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