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Marc Van Dinther

Marc has three decades of experience in journalism. He began his career as a reporter for a newswire in Europe, then worked as a finance reporter for several newspapers and magazines and also as a producer for SBS-radio. He joined Motley Fool Australia in 2025. When Marc isn't writing or doing investment research he's either in or on the water.

Recent Articles

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Cheap Shares

Why are Life360 shares sliding to fresh lows today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Are the fundamentals breaking down, or is sentiment simply cooling?

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Technology Shares

Here's why this $9 billion ASX tech share could be a buy right now

| Marc Van Dinther

The tech company has a dominant position and a long growth runway.

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Cheap Shares

Down 55%, are Xero shares the most overlooked bargain now?

| Marc Van Dinther

If sentiment flips, this one could soar — even double or triple.

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Resources Shares

Missed BHP shares' massive run? Here's what could happen next

| Marc Van Dinther

Up 52%, but do brokers think there’s more in the tank?

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Retirement

3 ASX blue chips I'd buy for a $250,000 retirement portfolio

| Marc Van Dinther

These ASX shares can keep paying you through market cycles, inflation, and economic slowdowns.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 53%, are Treasury Wine shares a true gem or a value trap?

| Marc Van Dinther

The premium brands and global reach could pay off, but the risks are hard to ignore.

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Growth Shares

2 high-quality ASX stocks to buy and hold long term

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers see the dip as a compelling long-term buy with 33% to 44% upside.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares near 52-week lows with very tempting yields

| Marc Van Dinther

These REITs now offer higher yields and rebound potential.

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Cheap Shares

Got $7,500? Here are 2 strong ASX retail stocks to buy now

| Marc Van Dinther

These shares could offer a mix of recovery potential and long-term growth.

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Healthcare Shares

Is this battered ASX biotech stock ready to rocket higher?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are upbeat and see upside of up to 125%!

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Resources Shares

Up 125% and at record high, can this ASX gold stock keep soaring?

| Marc Van Dinther

The miner has momentum and the numbers to back it up.

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Defensive Shares

3 reasons to buy Woolworths shares in April

| Marc Van Dinther

Defensive earnings and steady dividends make this a smart long-term hold.

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Dividend Investing

How I'd invest $100,000 for retirement income on the ASX right now

| Marc Van Dinther

This is a durable portfolio delivering retirement income today for Australian retirees.

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Cheap Shares

I'm following Warren Buffett to snap up these cheap ASX stocks

| Marc Van Dinther

These quality shares have been hammered. That's exactly why they're catching my eye.

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Materials Shares

Is takeover tension sending this ASX steel stock soaring?

| Marc Van Dinther

Strong fundamentals and takeover speculation have pushed this share up 42%.

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Healthcare Shares

2 classy ASX healthcare stocks to buy before the next market surge

| Marc Van Dinther

If sentiment shifts, these global powerhouses could lead the rally.

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Communication Shares

How high can Telstra shares really climb from here?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers don't expect a surge, but rather a slow grind.

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX dividend shares for retirement income in 2026

| Marc Van Dinther

These companies have strong market positions and offer yields of up to 11%.

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ETFs

New to investing? 3 ASX ETFs to set and forget for 10 years

| Marc Van Dinther

They offer global growth, Australian income and stability.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 52%, is this ASX fast food stock a screaming buy?

| Marc Van Dinther

Growth story isn’t dead, but execution on expansion and profits is critical.

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Cheap Shares

Is now the time to load up on CSL shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

This could be a rare chance to buy a top biotech stock cheap.

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Cheap Shares

Down 35% in 2026, are Xero shares the bargain buy of April?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers think the tech stock could be primed for a strong rebound.

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Dividend Investing

An ASX dividend stock I'd hold no matter what

| Marc Van Dinther

For reliable income and resilience this $43 billion share is a true buy-and-hold.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares just dropped — is this your chance to buy the dip?

| Marc Van Dinther

Sentiment is mixed, but the most bullish view sees 37% upside.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to fund a comfortable retirement

| Marc Van Dinther

This mix delivers income, growth, and stability, all at reasonable cost.

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Cheap Shares

If I could buy just one ASX stock in April, it'd be Pro Medicus shares

| Marc Van Dinther

This stock has been smashed, but the long-term story remains intact.

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Cheap Shares

3 ASX shares down 25% (or more) to buy right now

| Marc Van Dinther

Today’s sell-off could be a big buying opportunity if sentiment flips.

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Investing Strategies

$5,000 in Goodman shares at COVID lows is now worth…

| Marc Van Dinther

It shows that long-term focus over panic could deliver enormous rewards for investors.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend share and 1 ASX growth stock to buy in April

| Marc Van Dinther

These ASX shares deliver a one-two punch: income now, growth later.

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Investing Strategies

Why sitting out this ASX share market chaos could cost you big

| Marc Van Dinther

Today’s volatility could build serious long-term wealth.

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Materials Shares

Down 25%! Is this resurgent ASX 200 stock a strong buy?

| Marc Van Dinther

Analysts at Morgans see more than 60% upside ahead.

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Growth Shares

3 reasons to buy this red-hot ASX healthcare stock today

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers think the biotech share is gearing up for its next big move.

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Materials Shares

Why are James Hardie shares storming higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

After a steep sell-off, investors may start to see strength and long-term potential.

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Energy Shares

Why is this ASX energy stock racing 7% higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

A judicial review against a key project pushed the uranium share up.

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Communication Shares

Are the glory days over for REA shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

The key will be how quickly the property market bounces back.

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ETFs

3 of the best ASX ETFs for income investors in 2026

| Marc Van Dinther

These funds offer instant access to Australia’s top dividend stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Is it time to load up on these high-yielding ASX dividend shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

Tumbling share prices have pushed the yields up to 9%.

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Technology Shares

Is this smashed ASX tech stock gearing up for a hefty comeback?

| Marc Van Dinther

If confidence returns, the tech share could be tripling in value.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares slide again in March — but is a comeback brewing?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers remain upbeat and see upside up to 95% for the biotech stock.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX financial stocks that could double – or even triple – in value

| Marc Van Dinther

If sentiment turns and execution delivers, this could be an opportunity investors won’t want to miss.

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