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Leigh Gant

Leigh is a business owner with experience across multiple ventures, including successful exits. He has worked closely with leading wealth management firms and boutique investment funds across Australia, supporting growth and strategic positioning. As a growth consultant, Leigh brings a practical, long-term mindset to business and investing. A long-time investor inspired by Buffett and Munger, Leigh joined the Motley Fool Australia team an equities writer in 2021 and returned in 2025 to continue sharing insights with fellow investors.

Recent Articles

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Gold

Ray Dalio says the 1970s are back and you should hold more gold

| Leigh Gant

Gold’s record run has investors weighing Dalio’s warning against the enduring power of equities to beat inflation.

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Technology Shares

Unflashy ASX success stories powering life behind the scenes

| Leigh Gant

Behind the scenes, ASX technology shares are transforming daily life and unlocking powerful long-term growth for investors.

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin and gold surge to record highs as investors pile into the debasement trade

| Leigh Gant

A weakening dollar and record bitcoin price have investors chasing hard assets in 2025’s defining market trend.

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Industrials Shares

2 hidden ASX gems powering Australia's electrification boom

| Leigh Gant

Renewables and AI are creating a powerful growth runway for overlooked ASX infrastructure plays.

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Share Market News

How much superannuation at 40 is enough to retire a millionaire?

| Leigh Gant

Superannuation at 40 is your launchpad — the right strategy today fuels independence tomorrow.

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Share Market News

Silver price outpaces gold in 2025 with two ETFs in focus

| Leigh Gant

The silver rally is on and two ASX ETFs give investors a simple way to join in.

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Small Cap Shares

ASX small cap chasing global growth with a bold AI strategy

| Leigh Gant

From broadcast dominance to government wins, one ASX small cap is betting its future on AI.

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Share Market News

Is this the most overlooked way to ride the AI boom?

| Leigh Gant

From chips to cloud, Asia’s tech leaders are building the backbone of AI and markets are starting to notice.

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Superannuation

The average superannuation at 57 could leave you short of comfort

| Leigh Gant

Average super at 57 highlights a stark choice — act now or risk a modest lifestyle later.

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International Stock News

From Bitcoin to AI, this Aussie tech stock just rocketed over 100%

| Leigh Gant

From cheap energy to AI expansion, this Aussie tech stock is surging while most local investors look away.

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Share Market News

ASX defence ETFs climb on soaring global spending

| Leigh Gant

Defence is becoming a long-term growth story and ASX ETFs are the easiest way for investors to gain exposure.

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ETFs

This tech basket has soared 63%. Is the run just starting?

| Leigh Gant

With AI, chips, and robotics booming, is this ASX option the market’s best-kept growth secret?

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Industrials Shares

This ASX small cap is racing toward a billion-dollar milestone

| Leigh Gant

A soaring small-cap is stacking wins, eyeing the billion-dollar club after a record-breaking year.

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AI Stocks

The Aussie tech success ASX investors are sleeping on

| Leigh Gant

From Bitcoin to AI, this Australian-born tech stock is on a record run that few ASX investors are noticing.

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Superannuation

Will the average superannuation at 62 be enough for retirement?

| Leigh Gant

At 62, super balances face a reality check — are you on track for the lifestyle you want?

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Share Market News

Why ASX small caps are in the takeover spotlight

| Leigh Gant

M&A momentum is lifting ASX small-caps and the right fundamentals can turn overlooked stocks into prized acquisitions.

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Superannuation

How the right superannuation portfolio mix from 45 can reshape your retirement

| Leigh Gant

A smarter portfolio mix now could turn average super into extraordinary wealth by retirement.

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Share Market News

This Australian stock could be the hidden gem of the decade

| Leigh Gant

A loyal client base and record project wins are fuelling momentum for this ASX small-cap growth story.

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Healthcare Shares

After falling 22% in August, is this ASX 100 star the best share to buy today?

| Leigh Gant

Profits are up, shares are down. Is this market darling primed for a rebound?

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Gold

Why gold's record-breaking rally could keep climbing higher

| Leigh Gant

Gold’s shine intensifies, with demand creating fuel for further gains.

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Share Market News

Property isn't the only game in town. Here's where else Aussies are building wealth

| Leigh Gant

Property’s power is real, but it’s not the whole story. See where else wealth is being created today.

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Superannuation

Average super balances are low at 40, here's how to build momentum

| Leigh Gant

From salary sacrifice to side hustles, here’s how to spark real momentum at midlife.

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Dividend Investing

Cash in the hand: 3 ASX dividend shares to know about

| Leigh Gant

Reliable income streams and franking credits make these ASX dividend shares worth a closer look.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX growth shares surging ahead in 2025

| Leigh Gant

Three standout ASX shares showing investors the rewards of chasing growth over dividends.

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Investing Strategies

Where money is moving after ASX stalwarts stumble

| Leigh Gant

Investors are shifting gears as industrials and infrastructure stocks rise while the old favourites falter.

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52-Week Highs

These 2 ASX shares more than doubled in a year – here's how much $10,000 would be worth today

| Leigh Gant

Triple-digit gains from Tabcorp and Austal highlight the power of strong results and timely execution.

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Share Market News

Gold is on fire: 3 ASX ETFs to ride the rally

| Leigh Gant

From bullion to miners, ASX gold ETFs are helping investors capture momentum.

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Small Cap Shares

Can you guess the most bought ASX small-cap stock of the last 12 months

| Leigh Gant

Investors can’t get enough of this defence tech small-cap that has surged 120% in the past year.

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Superannuation

The average Aussie super balance at 30 and ways to become a millionaire

| Leigh Gant

Turn your 30s into a launchpad for millionaire status with smart super moves.

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Share Market News

Where I'd invest $10,000 in ASX dividend shares right now

| Leigh Gant

From stalwarts to small caps, here’s a trio of dividend picks powering income and growth.

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Bank Shares

CBA vs Westpac: Which ASX bank is the better dividend stock right now?

| Leigh Gant

Dividend yields tell a different story when comparing these two banking giants.

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Earnings Results

Why these 2 ASX industrial shares are climbing on 'good, not great' news

| Leigh Gant

Solid results have sparked fresh momentum for two under-the-radar ASX industrials this reporting season.

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Superannuation

Here's the average Aussie super balance at 40 and how to get ahead

| Leigh Gant

Here’s how growth and compounding can supercharge wealth from 40.

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Earnings Results

Why the PWR Holdings share price is crashing

| Leigh Gant

A a tough morning for investors as shares tumble on weaker FY25 results.

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How to invest

How to target a $50,000 passive income starting from zero

| Leigh Gant

Turn small savings into a powerful income stream with discipline, smart investing, and time on your side.

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Earnings Results

Universal Store Holdings improves sales

| Leigh Gant

The fashion retailer has delivered a solid set of FY25 results.

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Share Fallers

3 ASX heavyweights stumble on earnings results

| Leigh Gant

Three household names on the ASX have taken a hit following their latest results.

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AI Stocks

3 ASX AI companies set to gain from pipes, power and property boom

| Leigh Gant

The AI revolution is creating huge demand for infrastructure, from data centres to electricity networks and industrial land.

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Share Market News

Buffett just bought an insurance stock and these 2 ASX shares stand out

| Leigh Gant

From broker networks to household-name underwriters, two local insurers are delivering profits, dividends, and growth that echo Buffett’s classic playbook.

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Retirement

The average Australian super balance at age 55 and 3 ways to close the gap

| Leigh Gant

Here's three simple steps to boost savings and strengthen financial confidence before leaving the workforce.

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