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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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Cheap Shares

Are CSL shares still a bargain at $177?

| Grace Alvino

After a sharp sell-off, expectations have reset. The key question is whether the business has truly changed.

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ETFs

These are the ETFs I would buy with $20,000

| Grace Alvino

Rather than trying to find one perfect investment, I would use ETFs to build diversified exposure to global leaders, Australian…

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ETFs

3 ETFs I think could outperform NAB shares in 2026

| Grace Alvino

When returns from a mature bank look limited, global and thematic ETFs can offer a different growth profile.

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Technology Shares

A once-in-a-decade chance to buy WiseTech Global shares?

| Grace Alvino

After a brutal sell-off, investors are asking whether this former market darling is broken or simply mispriced.

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Investing Strategies

Why I would buy BHP, Xero, and Flight Centre shares today

| Grace Alvino

With $10,000 to invest, I would look for a balance of resilience, growth potential, and recovery upside.

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Bank Shares

3 reasons to buy CBA shares in 2026 and one reason not to

| Grace Alvino

After a recent pullback, this blue-chip stock looks more interesting. Here are three reasons it could appeal and one reason…

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Investing Strategies

Should I buy ANZ, VAS, and Zip shares this week?

| Grace Alvino

Three very different investments are attracting attention. Here’s how I would approach each one right now.

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Growth Shares

3 underappreciated ASX growth shares I would buy with $1,000

| Grace Alvino

Not all growth opportunities are obvious at first glance. These three ASX shares have earnings potential that may be underappreciated.

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ETFs

Prediction: This unstoppable Vanguard ETF will crush the ASX 200 in 2026

| Grace Alvino

Looking beyond Australia reveals an ETF with faster earnings growth and broader diversification than the local market.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX income stocks with 6% dividend yields I would buy

| Grace Alvino

High yields only matter if the income can be maintained. These two ASX stocks offer visible cash flows and dependable…

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ETFs

3 global ETFs I'd hold for the next decade

| Grace Alvino

These three ETFs offer exposure to global growth, diversification, and long-term investment themes.

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Investing Strategies

Should you buy DroneShield, Westpac, and BHP shares?

| Grace Alvino

I think two of these shares are buys and one could be a hold.

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Investing Strategies

3 ASX 200 shares I'd load up on if markets crashed tomorrow

| Grace Alvino

When markets fall, quality matters most. These are the ASX shares I would be confident buying during a major sell-off.

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Investing Strategies

5 ASX 200 shares I think could beat the market in 2026

| Grace Alvino

These five ASX 200 shares combine quality, growth, and long-term demand drivers.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX income stocks I would buy with $2,500 in January

| Grace Alvino

Looking to invest $2,500 for income? These two ASX shares offer reliable dividends backed by essential assets and long-term relevance.

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Blue Chip Shares

Wesfarmers vs Coles: Which ASX share is the best buy?

| Grace Alvino

Coles offers simplicity. Wesfarmers offers diversification, capital discipline, and long-term optionality.

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Share Market News

Should I invest $1,000 in the VGS ETF?

| Grace Alvino

With $1,000 to invest, diversification matters. This Vanguard ETF provides instant exposure to global markets outside Australia.

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ETFs

Why this high-quality ASX ETF could be my next ASX buy

| Grace Alvino

A simple, quality-focused ASX ETF could offer a smarter way to invest globally over the long term.

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Bank Shares

Could the Macquarie share price reach $250 this year?

| Grace Alvino

Macquarie shares would need to rise 18% to hit $250. Here is what earnings forecasts and valuations suggest about whether…

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Dividend Investing

ASX income stocks: A once-in-a-decade chance to get rich

| Grace Alvino

When income stocks fall out of favour, long-term investors often find their best opportunities hiding in plain sight.

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Retirement

How to build a million-dollar SMSF if you start investing in 2026

| Grace Alvino

Building a million-dollar SMSF is not about perfect timing.

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Retirement

My simple 5-share ASX retirement portfolio

| Grace Alvino

A simple ASX retirement portfolio built for income, diversification, and long-term stability without unnecessary complexity.

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ETFs

I would put $10,000 of my savings into these ETFs

| Grace Alvino

Rather than picking stocks, this ETF portfolio spreads $10,000 across Australian shares, global markets, quality companies, and Asia for long-term…

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Growth Shares

3 unstoppable ASX growth stocks to buy even if there's a stock market sell-off in 2026

| Grace Alvino

Market volatility is uncomfortable, but some businesses are built to keep growing regardless of sentiment.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

5 reasons to buy Woolworths shares in 2026

| Grace Alvino

With bad news largely priced in and earnings expected to rebound, Woolworths could be an appealing large-cap recovery story in…

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Dividend Investing

Here's my top ASX dividend stock for 2026

| Grace Alvino

With a growing dividend, resilient traffic trends, and inflation-linked revenue, this is my top ASX dividend stock for 2026.

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Technology Shares

2 magnificent ASX tech stocks to buy in 2026

| Grace Alvino

Quietly essential, globally relevant, and built for the long term. These are two ASX tech stocks I’m watching closely in…

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ETFs

1 Vanguard ETF I'm buying in 2026 and holding forever

| Grace Alvino

Not flashy. Not complicated. This Vanguard ETF offers simple, low-cost exposure to global growth for patient investors.

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Investing Strategies

The least sexy ASX stocks for 2026 (Don't even think about buying these unless you want to make money)

| Grace Alvino

These three unloved Australian shares show why dull businesses can still build serious long-term wealth.

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Dividend Investing

The top 3 Australian dividend stocks I'd tell anyone to buy

| Grace Alvino

Not all dividend stocks are created equal. These three stand out for balance sheet strength, resilience, and the potential to…

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares set to skyrocket in 2026 and beyond

| Grace Alvino

When sentiment turns, quality growth stocks often get dragged down.

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Travel Shares

Why I would buy Qantas shares in 2026

| Grace Alvino

Qantas is no longer a turnaround story.

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Blue Chip Shares

Why I think Telstra shares are a strong blue-chip buy

| Grace Alvino

Telstra is built for stability, not hype. Its recurring revenue and defensive qualities give it a clear role in long-term…

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BNPL shares

Why I think Zip shares offer major upside in 2026

| Grace Alvino

After years of heavy losses, Zip has emerged as a more disciplined and profitable business.

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ETFs

2 spectacular monthly income ETFs with yields up to 6%

| Grace Alvino

Monthly income ETFs can help smooth cash flow and reduce reliance on selling assets.

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Investing Strategies

The 3 stocks I'd buy and hold into 2026

| Grace Alvino

I am looking for ASX stocks that can compound steadily and remain relevant through 2026 and beyond.

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Bank Shares

CBA vs. Westpac: Which is the better ASX bank stock for 2026?

| Grace Alvino

If I had to choose just one Australian bank to own in 2026, this is where I’d lean.

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Investing Strategies

Why I think CSL and DroneShield shares are buys for 2026

| Grace Alvino

These two ASX shares couldn’t be more different, yet both make sense to me heading into 2026.

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How to invest

How much wealth could I build by investing $500 a month into ASX shares?

| Grace Alvino

Building wealth isn’t about starting big. It’s about showing up consistently and letting time do the work.

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AI Stocks

My top 3 artificial intelligence ASX stocks to buy for 2026

| Grace Alvino

AI isn’t a future concept anymore. The question is how to invest in it sensibly today.

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