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Marc Van Dinther

Author bio
Marc has more than 30 years of journalism experience, specialising in business, investing, and financial markets. He began his career as a newswire reporter in Europe before covering finance for major daily newspapers, later serving as editor-in-chief of a financial magazine and an investigative journalist for a leading weekly publication.

After moving to Sydney, Marc worked as a producer for SBS Radio and SBS Television. He is also the author of a bestselling biography of a European billionaire media tycoon.

At The Motley Fool Australia, Marc helps readers navigate the share market, from young adults making their first investments to retirees seeking reliable income and long-term financial independence.

Areas of expertise

Australian share market
Personal finance
Dividend and long-term investing
Business and financial markets
Resources and tech stocks

Education
Journalism / Communications, University in Utrecht Netherlands
Favorite investment quote
Go against the flow.

Recent Articles

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Healthcare Shares

What on earth's going on with Cochlear shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

After wild swings, where does this healthcare share go?

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Materials Shares

Lynas shares retreat on Malaysia expansion news

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Rare earths giant addresses environmental questions.

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Healthcare Shares

Pro Medicus shares are flying 35% higher. Time to cash out?

| Marc Van Dinther

Big rally fuels debate: hold, buy, or sell?

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Share Gainers

Up 1,700% and more, what's next for these ASX 200 shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

The market's biggest winners face their next test.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares that could double your money

| Marc Van Dinther

Analysts believe these shares could soar up to 175% from here.

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Broker Notes

3 reasons why experts think CSL shares are a sell

| Marc Van Dinther

Earnings pressure and downgrades weigh heavily on the biotech stock.

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Investing Strategies

One ASX dividend and one ASX growth stock to buy now

| Marc Van Dinther

Income today, growth tomorrow from this ASX duo.

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Materials Shares

PLS shares drop 5%: What's driving the move?

| Marc Van Dinther

The lithium stock extends monthly losses on weak sentiment.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 300 food stock is falling on bird flu fears?

| Marc Van Dinther

Biosecurity alert triggers sharp drop in shares.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX growth shares to buy next month

| Marc Van Dinther

Why these stocks could outperform next.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

These ASX gaming stocks are rebounding. Is it for real?

| Marc Van Dinther

Risks remain, but brokers see substantial upside ahead.

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Technology Shares

Is the only way up for WiseTech shares after a 65% fall?

| Marc Van Dinther

Some experts see up to 165% upside over 12 months.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

4 ASX ETFs to help you sleep through market crashes

| Marc Van Dinther

These ASX ETFs are built to steady portfolios during market crashes.

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Resources Shares

This ASX mining stock turned $5,000 into an absolute fortune

| Marc Van Dinther

The gains were staggering. The story may not be over.

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How to invest

New to investing? 3 ASX shares to set and forget until 2036

| Marc Van Dinther

Stability, income, and growth from three proven ASX performers.

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Retirement

Close to retirement? 4 ASX shares for decades of income

| Marc Van Dinther

This diversified ASX mix is focused on dividends and resilience.

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Healthcare Shares

Why this red-hot ASX healthcare share keeps climbing

| Marc Van Dinther

A 1,600% gain hasn't slowed this stock down.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares vs Coles: Buy, hold, or sell these ASX giants?

| Marc Van Dinther

The supermarket showdown is alive and well, with both shares charging higher in June.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Wesfarmers shares have surged 20% in a month. Buy now?

| Marc Van Dinther

Analysts doubt Wesfarmers’ rally can continue further.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares experts think could double over 12 months

| Marc Van Dinther

Analysts see triple-digit upside for these beaten-down stocks.

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Technology Shares

Up 70% and still charging ahead: Are Megaport shares a buy?

| Marc Van Dinther

Megaport’s AI-driven rally divides broker opinion.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is this ASX biotech stock blasting higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Investors are backing the biotech's growing commercial and pipeline potential.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

This crushed ASX wine stock could surprise investors

| Marc Van Dinther

Analysts see strong upside for this beaten-down wine share.

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Resources Shares

I bought 682 BHP shares in 2020. Here's how they've performed

| Marc Van Dinther

The surprising payoff from buying BHP during uncertainty.

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Technology Shares

Why these 2 battered ASX tech shares look ready to surge

| Marc Van Dinther

Down heavily, but not out: tech shares to watch.

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ASX Share Market News

Investors are buying CSL shares again. Should you?

| Marc Van Dinther

Some experts believe that 2026 could mark the low point for the biotech company.

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Retirement

Want to retire earlier? This mix of ASX shares and ETFs could help

| Marc Van Dinther

Keep building your portfolio, and give compounding time to work.

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Industrials Shares

What on earth's going on with DroneShield shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

From market darling to laggard: What's hurting the ASX defence stock?

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Healthcare Shares

3 reasons to buy Cochlear shares in June

| Marc Van Dinther

After a brutal sell-off, the stock may be gearing up for a recovery.

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Time to sell written on a clock.
Technology Shares

3 reasons to sell this ASX tech stock

| Marc Van Dinther

Premium valuations, rising rates and AI fears are hitting sentiment.

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Cheap Shares

3 high-quality ASX shares to buy this week

| Marc Van Dinther

These stocks have lost up to 43% in 2026, creating an opportunity.

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Gold

Guess which ASX gold stock is edging higher today on drilling news

| Marc Van Dinther

The miner has delivered first ore from its Deacon North underground mine.

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ASX Share Market News

What on earth's going on with Zip shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

The volatility has been relentless and isn't ending anytime soon.

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ASX Share Market News

Why this struggling ASX tech stock could surprise investors

| Marc Van Dinther

The best opportunities can emerge when sentiment is weakest.

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Technology Shares

This ASX tech stock has exploded 137%, time to cash out?

| Marc Van Dinther

Defence and gold tailwinds could keep the share flying higher, but don't expect fireworks.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why investors may regret ignoring this ASX wine stock today

| Marc Van Dinther

After jumping 6% in a month, is this beaten-down ASX share finally ready to soar?

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Investing Strategies

How to generate $20,000 a year in passive income on the ASX

| Marc Van Dinther

Patience and consistency can turn long-term investing into serious wealth.

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Energy Shares

Why are Santos shares jumping higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

First oil in Alaska and higher oil prices keep boosting the rally.

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Industrials Shares

Why is this ASX industrials stock edging higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

The company reported strong profit, dividend, and revenue growth.

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Industrials Shares

Why is this $2 billion ASX industrials stock racing higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Major acquisition and earnings upgrade get investors excited.

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