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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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Technology Shares

WiseTech shares are up 25%. Could this be the start of a huge comeback?

| Marc Van Dinther

A strong result next week could fuel WiseTech’s rally, but disappointment could reignite investor fears.

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Earnings Results

Why are Cochlear shares flying 7% higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Now Cochlear must turn product momentum into sustained growth and recover lost investor confidence.

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Earnings Results

CSL shares surge 18% as 'reset year' points to a return to growth

| Marc Van Dinther

Investors welcome CSL’s results and outlook after a very difficult reset year.

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Resources Shares

Evolution Mining shares are up 76%. Could results spark another surge?

| Marc Van Dinther

Evolution needs a strong FY27 outlook to keep its rally going.

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Investing Strategies

How to invest $10,000 the Warren Buffett way: Buy businesses, not stocks

| Marc Van Dinther

Think long term. Own great companies, pay sensible prices, and let compounding work.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

A200 vs NDQ: one Betashares ETF is the clear winner

| Marc Van Dinther

This Betashares ETF has crushed the other on returns, but is it better?

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Healthcare Shares

Mesoblast shares are up sharply. Is this biotech still undervalued?

| Marc Van Dinther

Mesoblast faces big risks, but brokers see substantial upside if successful.

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Financial Shares

AMP shares have nearly doubled. Could China send them even higher?

| Marc Van Dinther

AMP's China growth could fuel another leg higher for shares.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares are rallying. Could tomorrow's results pour fuel on the fire?

| Marc Van Dinther

One strong month isn't enough. CSL needs earnings recovery to follow.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares are up 47%. Could upcoming results send them even higher?

| Marc Van Dinther

FY26 results may impress, but BHP's FY27 outlook could determine where shares go next.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Which is the best Vanguard ETF? VAS, VGS and VDHG compared

| Marc Van Dinther

VGS wins on returns, but the best ETF depends on you.

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Superannuation

Turning 60? This superannuation strategy could change how you retire

| Marc Van Dinther

Work less, manage tax and keep building your superannuation nest egg.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Too many ASX ETFs? You could be paying twice for the same shares

| Marc Van Dinther

ETF overlap can mean higher fees and a false diversification illusion.

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Investing Strategies

Your kids could become millionaires: 3 ASX moves to start now

| Marc Van Dinther

Teach kids about money and ASX investing early, and watch those lessons compound for life.

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Healthcare Shares

4DMedical shares are up 670% — but why have they halved?

| Marc Van Dinther

Can the company turn its commercial momentum into another explosive share-price rebound?

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Technology Shares

WiseTech shares are taking off: Is this the start of a major comeback?

| Marc Van Dinther

Strong FY26 results could trigger a major WiseTech valuation rethink.

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Technology Shares

Seek shares plunge 14% despite solid results: Did investors overreact?

| Marc Van Dinther

The market may be pricing in slower growth, weaker guidance and long-term AI disruption.

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ASX Share Market News

Are Pro Medicus shares now too cheap to ignore?

| Marc Van Dinther

The discount looks tempting, but slowing growth could expose valuation risks.

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ASX Share Market News

Before you invest in ASX shares, fix this first!

| Marc Van Dinther

Build your cash buffer, use tax advantages, then invest wisely.

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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear shares are quietly rebounding: Is a bigger rally coming?

| Marc Van Dinther

After a 58% plunge, Cochlear doesn’t need perfection to surprise investors.

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BNPL shares

Zip shares are getting crushed: What's gone wrong?

| Marc Van Dinther

Zip’s 20 August update will test growth, profits, and credit quality.

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Technology Shares

Life360 shares sink 15%: Is this growth stock in trouble?

| Marc Van Dinther

Investors seem to lose patience with Life360’s costly growth story.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL share price forecast: How high could it climb in the next year?

| Marc Van Dinther

CSL shares could roar back, but investors need more than hope.

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Resources Shares

South32 shares hit 10-year high: What's next?

| Marc Van Dinther

South32’s future hinges on its base metals transformation.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares keep climbing: Is $70 the next stop?

| Marc Van Dinther

BHP’s valuation is lofty, while commodity prices can swing sharply.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

VAS vs VGS: One Vanguard ETF has clearly pulled ahead

| Marc Van Dinther

Past performance reveals a clear Vanguard ETF winner.

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Legendary share market investing expert and owner of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett.
How to invest

How to invest like Warren Buffett: The 'low expectations' trick

| Marc Van Dinther

Buffett's secret: realistic expectations, quality businesses, and long-term compounding.

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Retail Shares

Wesfarmers shares are up 10%: Why experts are saying sell

| Marc Van Dinther

Wesfarmers’ growth looks impressive, but how much is already priced into shares?

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Earnings Results

Westpac shares are plunging: What's spooking investors?

| Marc Van Dinther

Investors appear focused on Westpac’s outlook, not a major deterioration in its financial health.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares are rising: 3 things investors need to watch

| Marc Van Dinther

CSL’s FY26 result could reveal whether the turnaround has finally begun.

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Technology Shares

WiseTech shares are surging: Could they really hit $100 again?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers see big upside ahead, but WiseTech still faces major hurdles before reaching $100.

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Healthcare Shares

Why ResMed shares are tumbling 6% today despite strong results

| Marc Van Dinther

Here's what spooked investors.

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Investing Strategies

3 money moves to help your kids build an ASX portfolio for life

| Marc Van Dinther

Smart investing habits can shape your children's financial future for decades.

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Technology Shares

WiseTech shares have crashed. Could August be the turning point?

| Marc Van Dinther

WiseTech's turnaround hinges on strong execution and rebuilding investor confidence.

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AI Stocks

These overlooked ASX AI shares could be tomorrow's winners

| Marc Van Dinther

Small AI players could deliver outsized returns as adoption accelerates.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares bounced in July after a brutal year: What's next?

| Marc Van Dinther

Can CSL sustain July's rebound when it reports FY2026 results this month.

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Dividend Investing

Want a pay rise? These ASX dividend stocks could deliver one

| Marc Van Dinther

These shares keep rewarding patient investors year after year.

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Dividend Investing

How to build an ASX dividend portfolio that pays you for life

| Marc Van Dinther

Quality businesses, reliable cash flow, and growth create lasting dividends.

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Retirement

Chasing early retirement? These ASX shares and ETFs could help

| Marc Van Dinther

Consistent investing and compounding can bring financial freedom closer than you think.

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Superannuation

Want to retire at 60? This superannuation hack could help

| Marc Van Dinther

This strategy helps reduce work without sacrificing financial security.

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