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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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Technology Shares

ASX stock of the day: LiveTiles share price surges 14% after small cap tech share reports 60% jump in recurring revenue

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The LiveTiles Ltd (ASX: LVT) share price soared as much as 14% this morning after the intranet software provider revealed…

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Share Market News

This ASX 200 healthcare share just posted a 67% jump in quarterly revenue

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Avita Medical shares are on watch this morning after the healthcare company reported strong third quarter results.

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Can the ASX share market continue to defy the bears?

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The ASX share market has staged a strong comeback from March’s coronavirus correction. Can it continue to rise?

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Younger workers emptying superannuation under government scheme

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Younger workers are emptying their superannuation nest eggs in response to the government’s early access scheme.

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ASX stock of the day: Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals share price rockets 9% after clinical trials see chronic pain in osteoarthritis patients drop by 44%

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The Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: PAR) share price is up 9.03% today after the healthcare company reported strong results from…

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ASX cannabis shares stage a comeback after the March bear market

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ASX cannabis shares are staging a comeback after the March share market correction.

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Afterpay competitor posts record growth despite coronavirus crisis

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Splitit Ltd (ASX: SPT) has reported accelerating growth across leading KPIs despite coronavirus challenges.

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ASX stock of the day: Accent Group share price surges 16% higher after the shuttered retailer reports quadrupling of online sales

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Accent Group Ltd (ASX: AX1) shares have risen 16% today after the retailer announced a surge in digital sales and…

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Healthcare Shares

Why this ASX healthcare share has rocketed 260% in a month

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The Mesoblast Limited (ASX: MSB) share price is up 46% today on hopes the company’s treatment can cure coronavirus.

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Share Market News

These 5 ASX 200 shares had major falls last week

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The S&P/ASX 200 (ASX: XJO) ended last week down 4.5%, the first weekly fall since the low of 23 March.…

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Share Market News

These 5 ASX 200 shares made major gains last week

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The S&P/ASX 200 (ASX: XJO) ended last week down 4.5%, the first weekly fall since the low of 23 March.…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: While others stall, this small cap ASX tech share is using its capital raise to shift gears and fast-track growth

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ASX tech small cap Infomedia Limited (ASX: IFM) has launched an $85 million capital raise to fast track its growth…

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Technology Shares

ASX stock of the day: Uniti Group share price surges 14.5% higher after small cap telco reports 217% jump in cash flows

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Uniti Group Ltd (ASX: UWL) shares have surged 14.5% today thanks to a 217% jump in cash flows.

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Share Market News

Coronavirus costs 800,000 Australian jobs in just 3 weeks

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Up to 800,000 Australians have lost their jobs in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and associated restrictions.

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Resources Shares

Iron ore market remains resilient amid COVID-19

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Mount Gibson Iron Limited (ASX: MGX) is the latest ASX iron ore miner to release its quarterly activities report.

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RBA warns of 'difficult days' to come for Australian economy

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The Reserve Bank of Australia has warned of “difficult days ahead” but says the Australian economy will recover.

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Coronavirus News

Early access to superannuation available from today

| Kate O'Brien

Australians experiencing hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic can apply to withdraw funds from their superannuation from today.

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Share Market News

Here's why the Caltex share price is down 7% today

| Kate O'Brien

The proposed acquisition of Caltex Australia Limited (ASX: CTX) has been called off due to economic uncertainty due to the…

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Share Market News

These 5 ASX 200 shares were last week's biggest fallers

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The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) recorded its 4th week of gains in a row last week. We take a…

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These 5 ASX 200 shares were last week's biggest gainers

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The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) recorded another rise last week, its 4th week in a row. We take a…

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Share Market News

ASX gambling shares cut losses amid COVID-19

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ASX gambling businesses are feeling the pinch as lockdown grinds on. We take a look at how 3 ASX gambling…

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Share Market News

Virgin threatens to enter voluntary administration

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Virgin Australia Holdings Ltd (ASX:VAH) continues to teeter with the airline threatening to call in voluntary administrators.

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Share Market News

Why are shares in this small cap ASX fintech skyrocketing today?

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Wisr Ltd (ASX: WZR) shares are up more than 20% this morning following an announcement by the online lender that…

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Major ASX banks increase mortgage market share

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The Australian home loan market saw heightened activity in the March quarter despite the looming threat of coronavirus.

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Technology Shares

Are Afterpay and ASX buy now, pay later shares immune to coronavirus?

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Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) and other ASX buy now, pay later shares were smashed in the March downturn. Since then,…

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Share Market News

Has your super been smashed? Here's what to do

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Many employees have seen their superannuation balances take a dive over the last month. So what should you do if…

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Share Market News

Business confidence down, ASX shares up?

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Business confidence is plumbing new depths but the S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX:XJO) is officially in bull market territory.

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Unemployment to hit 10%: Where to find safe harbour on the ASX

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The unemployment rate has been forecast to hit 10% in the June quarter, so what type of companies provide an…

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Coronavirus News

Can ASX cannabis shares survive coronavirus?

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ASX cannabis shares have proven to be susceptible to coronavirus, with valuations slashed in the recent market downturn. We take…

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Coronavirus News

Why this ASX fintech share is up more than 25% today

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Prospa Group Ltd (ASX: PGL) shares have leapt over 25% this morning after the online lender announced it had been…

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Technology Shares

Why this ASX tech share is charging 20% higher today

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The Livetiles Ltd (ASX: LVT) share price is up 20% this morning after it reported an increase in revenue and…

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Coronavirus News

These ASX shares are thriving despite the bear market

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Coronavirus and the associated economic downturn hit the share market hard. We take a look at ASX shares that are…

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Share Market News

Insiders are buying up Afterpay and these ASX fintech shares

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Directors have been taking advantage of the recent market downturn to snap up fintech shares while prices are low. We…

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Got $5,000? Here are 4 ASX shares the smartest investors are buying right now

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When the market falls, smart investors take the opportunity to add to their holdings at discount prices. Here are four…

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With ASX bank shares almost certain to slash dividends, here are 3 rock solid alternatives for income-hungry investors

| Kate O'Brien

With APRA telling banks to seriously consider suspending dividends during the current economic crisis, here's where to look for income…

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Technology Shares

Afterpay competitor Zip Co delivers record results

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Buy now, pay later shares are yet to feel the impacts of the economic downturn, with Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P)…

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Coronavirus News

Coronavirus capital raisings on the rise

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Southern Cross Media Group Ltd (ASX: SXL) is the latest ASX share to tap equity markets in an effort to…

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Technology Shares

Afterpay competitor rockets higher after reporting record results

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The Sezzle Inc (ASX: SZL) share price is charging higher this morning after the buy now, pay later (BNPL) provider…

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Technology Shares

Tyro Payments share price climbs 11% on trading update

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Tyro Payments Limited (ASX: TYR) has released its latest transaction data which shows a distinct decline in values.

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These 5 ASX shares saw the steepest falls last week

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The ASX saw another week of wild swings last week. Here we take a look at last week’s biggest fallers.

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