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Matthew Donald

Matthew Donald

Matthew Donald's passion for shares started in high school. He studied a Bachelor of Business (Accounting) at Swinburne University of Technology, graduating in 2013. In 2018, Matthew completed his CPA (Certified Practicing Accountant) from CPA Australia. After years of investing, Matthew believes shares can create wealth and he would like to help educate Australians about the many great companies on the ASX. Matthew's other interests include sport, particularly AFL and NBA.

Recent Articles

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Share Market News

Why the BNK Banking share price jumped 14% today

| Matthew Donald

BNK Banking share price soared today after delivering earnings growth despite operating in a tough operating environment.

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Marley Spoon share price on watch after upgrading revenue guidance

| Matthew Donald

The Marley Spoon share price could be on the move tomorrow, following upgrading its revenue guidance in its half year…

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Mach7 Technologies share price is up 5% on first full year profit result

| Matthew Donald

The Mach7 Technologies share price has surged after the company delivered its first full year profit result and a positive…

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Life360 share price surges 9% on strong growth results

| Matthew Donald

The Life360 share price has jumped 8.92% after delivering strong revenue and user growth and an optimistic outlook going forward.

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Atlas Arteria share price up 5% despite earnings hit

| Matthew Donald

The Atlas Arteria share price is rising today despite a massive hit to earnings caused by coronavirus-induced government restrictions.

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Link Administration share price slides 6% on "challenging" FY20

| Matthew Donald

The Link Administration share price has fallen by more then 6% this morning, after the company reported challenging trading conditions…

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Flight Centre share price on watch after FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

The Flight Centre share price is on watch this morning after releasing its FY20 results and announcing a $849 million…

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ANZ-Roy Morgan consumer confidence rises as COVID-19 case numbers fall

| Matthew Donald

ANZ-Roy Morgan consumer confidence rose 4.6% last week, which is one of the highest increases in the last three months.

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Tinybeans share price soars 21% on new contract wins

| Matthew Donald

The Tinybeans share price soared after the signing of $1 million in big brand contracts including big technology giants Apple…

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Mosaic Brands share price crashes on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

Mosaic Brands share price has crashed today after the release of FY20 results showing a significant drop in earnings.

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Share Market News

Pro-Pac Packaging share price leaps 6% higher on FY20 results and dividend news

| Matthew Donald

The Pro-Pac Packaging share price has leapt more than 6% higher today following the release of a strong FY20 result…

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Rural Funds share price rises on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

Rural Funds share price has increased after delivering solid FY20 results driven by its expansion and independent valuations of assets.

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Alumina share price jumps 6% on half year results

| Matthew Donald

The Alumina share price is rising following a rosier outlook due to a supply disruption in Brazil helping offset a…

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Propel Funeral Partners share price rising following FY20 Results

| Matthew Donald

The Propel Funeral Partners share price is on the rise this morning following the company's release of resilient earnings in…

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Charter Hall share price jumps 6% on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

Charter Hall Group share price has leapt following the release of its FY20 results due to the group's defensive property…

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Bank Shares

The Westpac share price is on the slide today. Here's why

| Matthew Donald

The Westpac share price was trading slightly lower today as ASIC launches civil proceedings against the bank regarding fees for…

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Share Market News

HT&E share price jumps 16% on half year results, despite COVID-19 impact

| Matthew Donald

Despite COVID-19 impacts, the HT&E share price has rallied because of a positive trading update and tight cost controls.

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Why Kazia Therapeutics share price has skyrocketed today

| Matthew Donald

The Kazia Therapeutics share price has soared after gaining US Food and Drug Administration approval to fast-track its drug trials

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Share Market News

Spirit Telecom share price soars 7% on capital raising and acquisition news

| Matthew Donald

Spirit Telecom share price soars 7.3% higher after news of a capital raising for its expansion plans and strong FY20…

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Pacific Smiles share price jumps 10% on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

Pacific Smiles share price has surged 10% after releasing its FY20 results despite operations being impacted by coronavirus

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ACCC nod for Metcash acquisition of Total Tools

| Matthew Donald

All systems are go for the Metcash acquisition of a majority stake in the Total Tools network after ACCC go-ahead…

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Beacon Lighting share price opens lower despite record sales

| Matthew Donald

Beacon Lighting share price could be on watch following a record sales result in FY20. Its earnings could exceeded analyst…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Low interest rates the new normal? 3 ASX dividend shares to buy today

| Matthew Donald

Here are 3 ASX dividend shares for income investors to buy today for the post-COVID world and low interest rates…

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5G Networks share price falls 6% on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

The 5G Networks share price has fallen 6% following the release of the company's FY20 results that fell short of…

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Ingenia Communities share price lifts on record FY20 earnings

| Matthew Donald

The Ingenia Communities share price is trading higher following the release of its FY20 results, revealing growth despite challenging conditions.

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Mercury share price rises on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

The Mercury share price is lifting in early trade, despite a difficult FY20 for the company due to drought and…

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Fisher & Paykel share price on watch following FY21 trading update

| Matthew Donald

The Fisher & Paykel share price could be on watch following the release of its FY21 trading update. Strong demand…

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⏸️ Investing

3 ASX small cap shares with serious growth potential

| Matthew Donald

I believe the following ASX small cap shares could continue to reward investors with continued share price appreciation over the…

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Share Market News

Here's why the Enero Group share price leapt 16% today

| Matthew Donald

The Enero Group share price has rallied 16% higher following the release of its FY20 results, which showed resilience despite…

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Resources Shares

Why the rise of electric vehicles could benefit ASX mining shares

| Matthew Donald

In response to climate change, demand for electric vehicles is set to soar. Here's why these ASX mining shares could…

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Share Market News

Fiji Kava share price soars 90% on Blackmores subsidiary agreement, trade paused

| Matthew Donald

The Fiji Kava share price soared nearly 90% following the signing of a major agreement with Blackmores-owned company BioCeuticals.

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The Secos share price has climbed more than 6% today. Here's why

| Matthew Donald

The Secos share price is trading higher after a major new pet supply contract delivers material improvement in FY20 results

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Arena share price jumps on FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

The Arena share price is trading higher today following the group's strong growth in earnings in FY20, despite the coronavirus…

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Class share price could be on the move following FY20 results

| Matthew Donald

The Class share price is on watch after the release of the company's FY20 results in which it delivered revenue…

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Maggie Beer share price surges 23% on Coles agreement

| Matthew Donald

The Maggie Beer share price has soared in early trade after announcing an agreement to launch prepared meals in 400…

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Why the Redbubble share price is trading higher today

| Matthew Donald

Redbubble shares are up 3.85% today, possibly on the back of strong performance by its eCommerce website

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Share Market News

Why the Qantas share price is experiencing severe turbulence

| Matthew Donald

The Qantas share price has suffered extreme turbulence resulting from the pandemic. And the difficult operating conditions are far from…

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Retail Shares

3 coronavirus ASX shares to buy as consumer preferences change

| Matthew Donald

The coronavirus has led to a change in consumer preferences and as a result I believe these 3 ASX shares…

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Elsight share price soars 65% on news of significant US order

| Matthew Donald

The Elsight Ltd (ASX: ELS) share price has soared today following the company's first material order from strategic partner Kinetx…

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Aroa Biosurgery share price jumps 8% on approvals

| Matthew Donald

The Aroa Biosurgrey share price has jumped 8% following the company's announcement the FDA and European Union approved two of…

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