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Darryl Daté-Shappard

Darryl Daté-Shappard

I started investing after finding a copy of Peter Lynch's "Beating the Street" in the English book section of a library in Japan, where I was living at the time in 1997. Seeing that regular people can find investment ideas just as easily as professionals, I used the philosophy of that book to invest in stocks in Japan, and later in Australia after moving in 2001. I also have experience in property investing, and went on to complete my masters degree in Applied Finance at QUT in Brisbane. I follow the investment style of Peter Lynch, Phillip Fisher and Warren Buffett-- knowing what you invest in, doing your homework to keep up with a stock's story and holding a healthy skepticism of what the stock market calls "value".

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2 big reasons why you should own Cochlear Limited shares

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Its bionic Cochlear implant sales are way up and the earnings outlook makes Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) a compelling growth stock.

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2 stocks I'd buy now for growth and income

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

ResMed Inc (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) and IOOF Holdings Limited (ASX:IFL) can help you hit your targets for steady growth and income.

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CSL Limited and REA Group Limited: Should you buy these growth stocks now?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and REA Group Limited (ASX:REA) are the very symbols of stable growth and high-octane business expansion.

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2 huge reasons you should own Telstra Corporation Ltd shares

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Two big trends in data management will be driving the telco giant's growth for years, so be a part of…

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Want to invest like a pro? Start with these 3 high-growth stocks

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Peter Lynch's famous 29% annual return record was not by accident. Here are three stocks he may have liked.

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Retire comfortably with these 3 generous blue-chips

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Will you have saved the $1.3 million that's needed for a relaxing retirement?

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3 buy and hold stocks for a golden retirement

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC), Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) and Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) have the kind of earning power and longevity…

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3 hot telecom stocks you need to know

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM), Vocus Communications Limited (ASX:VOC) and Amcom Telecommunications Limited (ASX:AMM) are in a three-way tug of war…

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Your instant 3 share diversified growth portfolio

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX), Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH) and Carsales.Com Ltd (ASX:CRZ) are growing big now and could be the…

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Are these the best high-yield stocks to own now?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Sydney Airport Holdings Ltd (ASX:SYD), JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) and Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) have great track records of dividend…

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3 fast growing mid-cap stocks to buy

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX:DMP), Slater & Gordon Limited (ASX:SGH) and Perpetual Limited (ASX:PPT) had excellent earnings growth in FY…

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Here's why SEEK Limited is a high growth stock to own

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

The job search website market leader is powering its growth with its Asian expansion.

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Wesfarmers Ltd and Woodside Petroleum Limited: Should you buy these cheap looking blue-chips?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Possible acquisitions could boost business and share prices for Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL).

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What every investor needs to know about Ramsay Health Care Limited

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

High growth makes this healthcare provider and leading hospital operator a favourite among investors.

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Is it time to pick up a bargain with Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd and JB Hi-Fi Limited?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Share prices are rallying up from deep declines for JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) and Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT).

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Santos Ltd and Oil Search Limited: 2 energy stocks poised to take off in 2015

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Over the next 3 – 4 years, the LNG export market is going to grow immensely, so position yourself now.

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Here's why Suncorp Group Ltd looks too cheap to ignore

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

The insurer and banker's forecast double-digit earningS growth may make today's price look low in the future.

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Here's why Super Retail Group Ltd catapulted 11% up today

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Overseas competitors may be showing interest in a strategic holding in the specialty retailer as the stock was too cheap…

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Here's why you should hold onto your Wesfarmers Ltd shares

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Stronger same store sales than rival Woolworths and the speculation Wesfarmers may be considering a big acquisition have attracted investor…

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How to double your portfolio's value plus one unloved blue-chip to help reach that goal

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Is beaten down Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd's (ASX:CCL) turnaround just starting? A 10% share price jump may be saying "yes".

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This fund manager likes these 3 stocks: Should you buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Head of Australian Equities at fund management firm T Rowe Price gives a little insight into what stocks to follow.

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How I look for great stocks and 4 winners I found

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Save yourself time by weeding out poor companies and focus on the ones that could make you some real money.

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Ansell Limited, Navitas Limited, Trade Me Group Ltd: Circle back for these rising star stocks

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Investors will want to look these stocks over again for value as share prices recover.

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Will Woodside Petroleum Limited, Origin Energy Ltd and Santos Ltd sink as oil prices hit two-year lows?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

What will be the impact of Saudi Arabia cutting prices for oil it supplies to the US?

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2 of the best mid-cap stocks to own in 2015

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) and Technology One Limited (ASX:TNE) are two great growth stories that all investors should know.

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3 reasons to hold onto your Macquarie Group Ltd shares

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Strong capital markets and rising international equities drive the investment bank's earnings and dividends up.

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Telstra Corporation Ltd and Resmed Inc (CHESS) enter new e-health tech trend: Is it time to buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

New advances in the e-health space are making great opportunities for telecom and healthcare stocks like Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS)…

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2 overlooked high-yield dividend stocks to buy today

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX:SUL) could be an excellent turnaround opportunity.

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2 smoking hot stocks ready to move higher

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Great growth is forecast, but are share prices a bit too scorching?

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Crown Resorts Limited vs Echo Entertainment Group Ltd: Which stock should you pick up?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Is a recent reversal of fortunes for the two casino operators big enough for investors to switch?

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2 top performing stocks that still have room to run hard

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

High earnings growth forecasts on the back of huge market demand should drive Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) and G8 Education Ltd…

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AMP Limited or Suncorp Group Ltd – which one might Wesfarmers Ltd be sizing up for a tilt?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Market rumours say the giant retailer may be looking for an opportunity to enter the financial services industry in a…

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Telstra Corporation Ltd commits to more expansion in Asia: Is it time to buy into this growth?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

The company sees huge opportunities in digital and enterprise business services.

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Are Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd and Ansell Limited too cheap to pass up?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Are Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) and Ansell Limited (ASX:ANN) in bargain territory?

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Here's why you should pick up JB Hi-Fi Limited shares now

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

The share price of JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) may have bottomed as sales are up going into Christmas.

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3 high-yield stocks for a blue-chip retirement

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Accumulate wealth safely with quality stocks built to last decades and have the retirement you really want.

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Will Woodside Petroleum Limited win the race to buy this LNG opportunity?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

With Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) you can enjoy a 5.9% yield now and hold for growth as the energy giant…

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Westfield Corp Ltd, Amcor Limited and M2 Group Ltd are hitting new highs: Should you own these winners?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Don't miss out on the growth stories driving these companies to new heights.

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ResMed Inc (CHESS), Santos Ltd and DuluxGroup Limited: Are they good buys now?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD), Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) and DuluxGroup Limited (ASX:DLX) have good growth stories, but is the price right?

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Is it time to buy Suncorp Group Ltd?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Insurer Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN) is rallying back up to a high. Can it rise further on a stronger business…

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