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Grace Alvino

I love investing for myself and educating others so they can build their own wealth. I watch both US and Australian markets with great interest.

Recent Articles

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Blue Chip Shares

Where I'd invest $10,000 in ASX 200 blue-chip shares right now

| Grace Alvino

When investing in blue chips, I look for strong businesses with long growth runways.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares I'd buy instead of Westpac

| Grace Alvino

There are plenty of dividend opportunities on the ASX outside this big bank.

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Growth Shares

Why I think DroneShield and 2 more ASX shares are buys

| Grace Alvino

Some businesses on the ASX are operating in industries with powerful growth tailwinds.

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ETFs

The ASX ETFs to buy for growth, income, and diversification

| Grace Alvino

Exchange-traded funds can help investors target a variety of investment goals.

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How to invest

If the ASX crashes tomorrow, here's exactly what I'd do

| Grace Alvino

When share markets fall sharply, many investors wonder what they should do next.

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Opinions

A stock market crash feels like it might be imminent

| Grace Alvino

Rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility are making some investors uneasy.

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ETFs

Why I think these Vanguard ETFs could outperform the ASX 200

| Grace Alvino

The ASX 200 has delivered solid returns, but I wouldn’t limit a long-term portfolio to Australian shares.

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Technology Shares

Should I buy WiseTech shares? Yes or no

| Grace Alvino

A major sell-off has pushed the logistics software company’s shares significantly lower.

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Bank Shares

3 reasons CBA shares could be worth buying today

| Grace Alvino

Few companies dominate conversations about the Australian share market quite like this one.

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Dividend Investing

How much could a $500,000 ASX share portfolio pay in dividends?

| Grace Alvino

A sizeable portfolio combined with reliable dividend shares can produce meaningful income.

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Resources Shares

What $10,000 invested in BHP shares could become in 10 years

| Grace Alvino

While mining shares can be volatile, long-term investors have still benefited from the sector.

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Investing Strategies

5 incredible ASX 200 shares I'd buy with $10,000

| Grace Alvino

If I had spare cash ready to invest, these are the shares I would be interested in buying.

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Dividend Investing

1 cheap Australian dividend stock down 25% to buy and hold

| Grace Alvino

Every so often a reliable business falls out of favour and the income potential starts to look attractive.

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52-Week Lows

Why I'd buy these dirt-cheap ASX 200 shares trading at 52-week lows

| Grace Alvino

Recent market volatility has pushed a number of quality ASX shares to 52-week lows.

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How to invest

The simple ASX investing habit that can quietly build serious wealth

| Grace Alvino

The habit of investing regularly could quietly become one of the most powerful wealth-building tools.

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Retirement

How I'd start building an ASX retirement portfolio today

| Grace Alvino

For me, a retirement portfolio would focus on dependable businesses and diversified investments.

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Dividend Investing

My 3 best ASX dividend-focused stocks to buy in March

| Grace Alvino

Dividend investors on the ASX have plenty of options, but some businesses stand out for their reliability.

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Healthcare Shares

What on earth's going on with the CSL share price?

| Grace Alvino

The company has long been one of the highest-quality businesses on the ASX, which makes its recent decline even more…

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Investing Strategies

3 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy and hold forever

| Grace Alvino

When I think about shares to hold for decades, I look for strong competitive positions and long growth runways.

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Resources Shares

Should I invest $5,000 in BHP shares?

| Grace Alvino

After a pullback from recent highs, I look to see if this mining giant could be worth considering for long-term…

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How to invest

What I'd do as a beginner with $50,000 to invest in ASX shares

| Grace Alvino

A balanced portfolio combining growth companies, blue chips, and income can perform across different cycles.

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ETFs

I would put $10,000 into these Vanguard ETFs tomorrow if I could

| Grace Alvino

Exchange-traded funds can make it much easier to build a diversified portfolio across multiple regions.

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Materials Shares

Why I'd buy and hold PLS shares for 10 years

| Grace Alvino

I think the global shift toward electrification could create strong long-term demand for lithium.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 excellent ASX shares I'd happily hold through the next market cycle

| Grace Alvino

Instead of trying to predict market swings, I prefer focusing on businesses I would be comfortable holding through an entire…

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Investing Strategies

3 Australian shares to buy if the ASX pulls back 10%

| Grace Alvino

Market corrections can feel uncomfortable, but they often create opportunities to buy quality businesses.

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How to invest

How to turn $20,000 into lifelong passive income with ASX shares

| Grace Alvino

Building passive income from ASX shares takes time, but compounding can make a big difference over decades.

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Investing Strategies

3 ASX shares to buy for magnificent long-term growth

| Grace Alvino

These companies are expanding into markets that could grow significantly in the years ahead.

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Healthcare Shares

Is this one of the best ASX 200 stocks money can buy?

| Grace Alvino

High margins, strong growth, and global expansion have helped this ASX company stand out to me.

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Investing Strategies

3 high-quality ASX 200 shares I think Warren Buffett would probably love

| Grace Alvino

Some ASX shares have the same characteristics Warren Buffett often looks for in long-term investments.

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Cheap Shares

Why I think these cheap ASX shares could be strong buys

| Grace Alvino

A sudden market pullback pushed several well-known ASX shares to their 52-week lows.

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52-Week Lows

3 ASX 200 shares at 52-week lows I'd buy before they recover

| Grace Alvino

Some companies trading near their 52-week lows may still have strong long-term growth potential.

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How to invest

What I'd buy if the ASX share market crashes

| Grace Alvino

Market downturns can feel uncomfortable, but they often create opportunities to buy high-quality investments at more attractive prices.

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ETFs

2 ETFs I'd buy and hold for the next 20 years

| Grace Alvino

For investors focused on decades rather than months, diversified ETFs can form a powerful portfolio foundation.

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Investing Strategies

If I wanted to outperform the ASX 200 over the next 10 years, I'd focus here

| Grace Alvino

Investors aiming to beat the market often focus on businesses with durable advantages and global opportunities.

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Dividend Investing

Why I'd invest $5,000 in these ASX dividend shares

| Grace Alvino

Companies with strong cash flow and durable business models often form the backbone of successful dividend portfolios.

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How to invest

Worried about a bear market in 2026? 3 ASX shares for peace of mind

| Grace Alvino

Not all companies suffer equally during bear markets. Some businesses can provide stability.

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Investing Strategies

3 amazing Australian shares for beginners to buy in March

| Grace Alvino

Industry-leading companies with strong competitive advantages can be good starting points for beginner investors.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth stocks set up for massive gains in 2026+

| Grace Alvino

These businesses are positioned at the centre of major technology shifts that could drive strong earnings growth.

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Retirement

This would be my $1 million ASX retirement portfolio

| Grace Alvino

Balancing dependable dividend shares with global ETFs can help create a more resilient retirement portfolio.

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How to invest

The easiest way to earn $1,000 a month in ASX dividends

| Grace Alvino

The ASX has a long history of paying strong dividends, which can help investors build reliable income streams.

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