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Grace Alvino

Author Bio
Grace is an investment writer and research contributor with hands-on experience analysing listed companies, financial results, market trends, and long-term investment opportunities.

Her work focuses on making complex financial ideas clear, practical, and engaging for everyday investors. She has a strong interest in equity markets, business fundamentals, long-term investing, and the role quality companies and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can play in wealth creation over time.

Grace brings a detail-oriented and analytical approach to her writing, supported by her current studies in a Bachelor of Business, majoring in Economics, Finance and Trade. She also brings real-world experience from customer-focused and target-driven environments, which has helped shape her disciplined, deadline-focused approach to research and communication.

Areas of Expertise

ASX-listed companies
Global equities
ETFs
Fundamental analysis
Company earnings
Financial reports
Long-term investing
Compounding
Growth investing
Market trends
Investor education

Education
Grace is currently studying a Bachelor of Business, majoring in Economics, Finance and Trade.
Favorite Investment Quote
“Long ago, Ben Graham taught me that ‘Price is what you pay; value is what you get.”
— Warren Buffett

Recent Articles

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Technology Shares

Down 55%: Should I buy Life360 shares in September?

| Grace Alvino

The company now has more than 100 million users, and I think the recent share price fall deserves a closer…

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AI Stocks

Could this be one of the best AI investments on the ASX?

| Grace Alvino

I think this stock offers one of the clearest ways to invest in the physical infrastructure behind the AI boom.

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ASX Share Market News

IVV vs NDQ ETF: Which is the better buy?

| Grace Alvino

I like both funds for the long term, although they offer very different ways to invest in US shares.

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Healthcare Shares

Is the ResMed share price too cheap to ignore?

| Grace Alvino

I think this stock still has a huge global growth opportunity, and the current valuation doesn't capture this.

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Growth Shares

Where I'd invest $15,000 in ASX shares now

| Grace Alvino

I think these three businesses can keep finding new ways to become much larger over the years ahead.

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How to invest

How I'd use ASX shares to build wealth outside my superannuation

| Grace Alvino

I would build this portfolio gradually, with the goal of creating more financial choices well before retirement.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

3 Betashares ETFs I want to buy

| Grace Alvino

These funds give me exposure to global opportunities I would struggle to capture through ASX shares alone.

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Technology Shares

Why I think Zip and WiseTech shares could be buys in September

| Grace Alvino

These two ASX tech shares have fresh results and long-term opportunities I still like.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 15%: Is it a good time to buy Wesfarmers shares?

| Grace Alvino

I rarely expect Wesfarmers to look cheap, so this pullback has caught my attention.

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Communication Shares

Better buy: Telstra vs TPG Telecom shares

| Grace Alvino

Both telcos have strengths, but one gives me much more confidence as a long-term investment today.

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How to invest

How to build an ASX portfolio you can stick with for 10 years

| Grace Alvino

For me, the best long-term portfolio is one I can confidently keep owning when markets become uncomfortable.

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Investing Strategies

Where I'd invest $20,000 in ASX shares this spring

| Grace Alvino

I like the long-term growth opportunities sitting in front of each of these businesses.

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Bank Shares

Is the ANZ share price good value in September?

| Grace Alvino

ANZ does not look cheap, but the income still interests me.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Why I think the VGS ETF is a strong buy and hold pick

| Grace Alvino

I think this fund makes international investing remarkably simple.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Why I think the VAS ETF is a top pick for beginners and experienced investors

| Grace Alvino

I think some simple investments can work for decades.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Up 12%: Is there still value in Coles shares?

| Grace Alvino

I think the next few years could justify the premium.

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Resources Shares

Is it a great time to buy Rio Tinto shares?

| Grace Alvino

The long-term copper story interests me much more than next year's earnings.

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Technology Shares

Why I think Xero and WiseTech shares are strong buys

| Grace Alvino

These companies are already big, and I think they can get much bigger.

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Bank Shares

Is NAB a good passive income stock?

| Grace Alvino

I like the combination of income and earnings growth here.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

2 Vanguard ETFs I'd buy and hold for a decade

| Grace Alvino

Ten years gives both of these ETFs plenty of time to grow.

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Travel Shares

Would I buy Qantas shares today?

| Grace Alvino

The shares have fallen, but the business still has plenty going for it.

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Defensive Shares

Why I think these boring ASX shares could build serious wealth

| Grace Alvino

These three shares do ordinary things remarkably well.

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AI Stocks

Would I buy NEXTDC shares after its strong FY26 results?

| Grace Alvino

A huge amount of contracted capacity is still waiting to start billing.

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Industrials Shares

Are DroneShield shares a buy after dropping almost 50% in 2026?

| Grace Alvino

I am looking well beyond this year's share price fall and focusing on the long term.

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How to invest

How I'd aim to build a $1 million ASX share portfolio in 20 years

| Grace Alvino

Regular investing and time can add up to something substantial.

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Investing Strategies

3 excellent ASX shares I'd buy for long-term wealth creation

| Grace Alvino

I like investing in businesses that can keep becoming more valuable over time.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

3 strong ASX ETFs I'd buy to try and beat the market

| Grace Alvino

I think these three ETFs have a sensible shot at outperforming over time.

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Healthcare Shares

Should I buy CSL shares before the end of August?

| Grace Alvino

I think the company's earnings outlook is starting to look more encouraging.

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Investing Strategies

Where I'd invest $10,000 in ASX shares in September

| Grace Alvino

These are four ASX shares I would happily buy this September.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

3 reasons I'd buy the NDQ ETF now

| Grace Alvino

I think this ETF gives investors plenty of ways to benefit from technology growth.

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Technology Shares

Why I'd buy the dip on DroneShield and WiseTech shares

| Grace Alvino

I think both sell-offs could create long-term opportunities.

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Communication Shares

Would I buy Telstra shares with $5,000 as they near a 52-week low?

| Grace Alvino

The dividend and defensive qualities stand out to me.

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Bank Shares

CBA vs Westpac shares: Which is the best buy?

| Grace Alvino

One is cheaper. The other has the stronger franchise in my view.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX shares I'd buy for the next 15 years

| Grace Alvino

I like the long growth runways behind all three businesses.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Why I think this Vanguard ETF could be one of the best to buy and hold forever

| Grace Alvino

Sometimes simpler can be better for long-term investing.

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How to invest

How I'd use ASX shares to build a second source of wealth

| Grace Alvino

Regular investing can add up to something substantial over time.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Why I think the IVV ETF is a strong buy for ASX investors

| Grace Alvino

I think this ETF makes long-term investing remarkably simple.

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Resources Shares

Should I invest $10,000 into Fortescue shares?

| Grace Alvino

The latest earnings forecasts make me cautious about the mining giant.

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Resources Shares

Are Rio Tinto shares a good buy and hold pick?

| Grace Alvino

I think several major projects could reshape Rio Tinto over the coming years.

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Dividend Investing

3 top Australian shares to buy for passive income

| Grace Alvino

I think these three shares are worth a look for passive income.

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