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Kate O'Brien

Kate O'Brien studies commerce and finance at university and previously worked as an analyst and consultant in the finance industry. Kate inherited her interest in equities from her family of economists who applied their knowledge of economics to financial markets. Having managed her own portfolio for several years, Kate is a fan of diversity and believes in combining value and growth investing. When not researching or writing, Kate is a keen AFL fan.

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⏸️ ASX Shares

CIMIC accused of 'skeletons in the closet'

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Cimic Group Ltd (ASX: CIM) shares are down 44% from last years’ peak of $51. Now, a research firm claims…

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Share Market News

Will Costa Group's artificial intelligence approach bear fruit?

| Kate O'Brien

Costa Group Holdings Limited (ASX: CGC) is introducing artificial intelligence to its berry farms to optimise conditions and predict yields.

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Share Market News

Why Treasury Wine shares are in the drink

| Kate O'Brien

Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX: TWE) shares are down 27% this year having slumped on the back of missed earnings…

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Share Market News

Why these ASX shares are attracting short interest

| Kate O'Brien

Here we take a look at 5 companies attracting heavy interest from short sellers on the ASX according to ASIC.

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Share Market News

This ASX share had multiple recent director buys

| Kate O'Brien

Here we take a look at an ASX share with multiple director buys over the past couple of weeks.

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⏸️ ASX Shares

Why the Boral share price is down 10% today

| Kate O'Brien

The Boral Limited (ASX: BLD) share price has fallen more than 10% today following the downgrade of FY20 expected profits…

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Share Market News

Dicker Data increases total dividend by 63%

| Kate O'Brien

The Dicker Data Ltd (ASX: DDR) share price is rocketing higher today after the company announced its final dividend for…

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Share Market News

Why the Nick Scali share price has rocketed 15% in 2 days

| Kate O'Brien

The Nick Scali Limited (ASX: NCK) share price continued on from its 11% surge yesterday, climbing a further 3.75% today.

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Share Market News

Flight Centre shares nosedive on trading update

| Kate O'Brien

Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX: FLT) shares have plummeted this afternoon, falling 3% following the release of a trading…

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Share Market News

Afterpay argues against increased regulation

| Kate O'Brien

Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) has argued against enhanced regulation of the buy-now, pay-later (BNPL) sector, telling the Reserve Bank of…

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Share Market News

What the latest ABS figures mean for the ASX retail sector

| Kate O'Brien

According to the latest data from the ABS, retail turnover fell by 0.5% in December in a sign of continued…

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Share Market News

Why the Mosaic Brands share price rocketed 10% today

| Kate O'Brien

The Mosaic Brands Ltd (ASX: MOZ) share price was up nearly 10% today following the announcement of a buyback by…

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Share Market News

AMP share price on watch after $5 million fine

| Kate O'Brien

The Federal Court has ordered AMP Limited (ASX: AMP) to pay a $5.175 million penalty for failing to prevent its…

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Share Market News

Why the CIMIC share price has popped 8% today

| Kate O'Brien

Shares in Cimic Group Ltd (ASX: CIM) bounced more than 8% this morning following the appointment of a new CEO.

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PolyNovo share price rises as CEO plans aggressive growth

| Kate O'Brien

The Polynovo Ltd (ASX: PNV) share price has been on a tear this year, up more than 56% so far.…

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Colette collapses as retailers hit the skids

| Kate O'Brien

ASX retailers are on watch following the collapse of jewellery and accessories chain Colette by Colette Hayman.

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The top 10 ASX shares investors are shorting right now

| Kate O'Brien

Here we take a closer look at the top 10 most short sold stocks on the ASX right now, including…

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Why this ASX fintech stock is up 40% this year

| Kate O'Brien

The WISR Ltd (ASX: WZR) share price is up more than 40% this year as the ASX fintech stock continues to…

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ASX travel shares on watch as coronavirus travel restrictions take effect

| Kate O'Brien

ASX travel shares are on watch as the federal government introduces restrictions on arrivals from China.

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Share Market News

The ASX cannabis share hitting fresh highs in 2020

| Kate O'Brien

Shares in Cann Group Ltd (ASX: CAN) rose to fresh highs for the year yesterday. The medical marijuana company has…

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Share Market News

Could the China–US trade deal hurt ASX shares?

| Kate O'Brien

Global markets celebrated the announcement of the China–US trade deal. But not all ASX shares stand to benefit – some…

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This ASX share has had multiple director buys. Is it a buying opportunity?

| Kate O'Brien

Director buys can be a sign that those with the most insight into a company view its shares as undervalued.…

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This retailer is eyeing an IPO, despite difficult conditions

| Kate O'Brien

A youth clothing retailer is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering despite the difficult trading conditions plaguing the sector.

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3 ASX shares for exposure to the artificial intelligence industry

| Kate O'Brien

Investing in artificial intelligence is a form of thematic investing. We take a look at 3 ASX shares with exposure…

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Wisr shares in trading halt after launching capital raising

| Kate O'Brien

Wisr Ltd (ASX: WZR) went into a trading halt this morning as the Australian Financial Review reported the neo-lender’s plans…

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Top broker rates this ASX media device company a buy

| Kate O'Brien

A broker has rated this media device company a buy with a price target 18% above its current share price.

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Share Market News

With the ASX hitting all-time highs, should you stay invested in shares?

| Kate O'Brien

Australian shares have followed the global bull market to new heights through 2019 and into 2020, but can the trend…

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Leading broker predicts ASX banks are set for a tough 2020

| Kate O'Brien

The outlook for the big four banks remains challenging in 2020, with potential pressure on dividends.

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Share Market News

Here's why the Wisr share price is rising today

| Kate O'Brien

Wisr Ltd (ASX: WZR) shares are rising today after the neo-lender announced 36% growth in loan originations last quarter.

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Share Market News

Here's why this broker rates Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals shares a buy

| Kate O'Brien

A broker has rated Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: CUV) a Buy, with a price target more than 55% above its…

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Share Market News

Why the Zip Co share price has popped 5% this morning

| Kate O'Brien

Zip Co Ltd (ASX: Z1P) shares have shot more than 5% higher following the release of a trading update that…

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How did Elders and Bega shares respond to the latest bushfire updates?

| Kate O'Brien

ASX shares have not been immune to the damage caused by the bushfires tearing across Australia. Last week, Elders Ltd…

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With November retail sales smashing expectations, is the ASX retail sector set for a turnaround?

| Kate O'Brien

Retail sales rebounded strongly in November with retail turnover lifting by 0.9%. But does this mark a real turning point…

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2 ASX healthcare shares that brokers rate as buys

| Kate O'Brien

Here's why brokers rate Avita Medical Limited (ASX: AVH) and 1 other ASX healthcare share as buys.

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Why the bushfire crisis is increasing the odds of a February rate cut

| Kate O'Brien

Damage to the economy caused by Australia’s bushfire crisis has increased the chances of an interest rate cut next month.

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⏸️ High Yield

The 2 metrics you need to identify high dividend ASX shares

| Kate O'Brien

High dividend ASX shares can provide you with a second income stream via your portfolio. We run through 2 metrics…

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $5,000 in ASX growth shares right now

| Kate O'Brien

Growth shares are shares that are expected to grow significantly faster than the market average. Here we look at ASX…

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Growth Shares

2 metrics for high-growth ASX shares

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High growth ASX shares can supercharge returns on your portfolio. We run through 2 metrics that can help you identify…

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Healthcare Shares

Can these 2 ASX healthcare shares recover in 2020?

| Kate O'Brien

The S&P/ASX Healthcare index increased by 41% over 2019. But not all healthcare shares offered such healthy returns. Here we…

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Technology Shares

Is the ASX overvalued?

| Kate O'Brien

ASX Ltd (ASX: ASX) wracked up impressive returns over 2019, and is currently trading more than 30% higher than a…

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