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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

What's going on with NextDC shares today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Investors seem impressed that the tech raised capital for future growth.

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Growth Shares

$10,000 invested in Xero shares 3 weeks ago is now worth…

| Marc Van Dinther

Timing can make a big difference, as missing out on this rally showed me.

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Investing Strategies

No savings at 50? Warren Buffett's investing strategy builds wealth

| Marc Van Dinther

Simple, quality investing and consistency can still build real wealth.

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Growth Shares

3 of the best Aussie ASX growth shares to buy and hold until 2036

| Marc Van Dinther

These shares tap powerful long-term trends.

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Dividend Investing

2 top ASX dividend stocks on sale, are they buys today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Both shares combine reliable payouts with long-term growth potential.

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ASX Share Market News

Why is this $10 billion ASX stock racing 12% higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

'Australia’s largest-ever data centre deal' is the big catalyst.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Which ASX 200 stock is lifting after a hostile takeover update?

| Marc Van Dinther

Directors urge investors to reject the bid, that is below the current share price.

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Growth Shares

REA Group is on the rise. Is a comeback underway?

| Marc Van Dinther

Can property market conditions sustain the momentum?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Have beaten-down ASX gaming stocks finally hit a bottom?

| Marc Van Dinther

If sentiment improves, these shares could bounce back up to 70%.

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Healthcare Shares

3 reasons to buy this $42 billion ASX healthcare share

| Marc Van Dinther

This one is for investors seeking quality, global reach, and durable earnings.

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Communication Shares

Why is this battered ASX media stock jumping higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

The company reported encouraging progress as it pivots to a digital-first model.

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Technology Shares

Got $10,000 to invest in May? Here are 2 ASX tech shares to buy

| Marc Van Dinther

Backed by strong tailwinds, these stocks deserve a closer look.

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Investing Strategies

3 top ASX shares to build a simple, balanced portfolio in 2026

| Marc Van Dinther

This mix is effective as each company complements the others.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What on earth's going on with Domino's shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

The pizza stock is in limbo: neither cheap nor convincing investors yet.

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Technology Shares

After declining nearly 50% in 6 months, has this ASX tech stock finally turned the corner?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are bullish on the ASX tech stock and see up to 125% upside.

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Share Fallers

Why are A2 Milk shares crashing 13% to fresh 52-week lows?

| Marc Van Dinther

Infant formula safety fears send shares tumbling further.

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Transport Shares

Why is this $45 billion ASX 200 stock edging higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Investors welcome stabilising traffic and progress on key infrastructure projects.

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Technology Shares

3 reasons to buy WiseTech shares in May

| Marc Van Dinther

Strong fundamentals could reward patient, long-term investors.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares halved, can analysts be right about a 100% rebound?

| Marc Van Dinther

Writing off CSL entirely may be premature.

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Technology Shares

Up 175% in a year, do experts think it's time to sell this ASX 200 tech stock?

| Marc Van Dinther

Strong defence demand support strong growth, but does valuation still allow upside?

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Retirement

How to shave a decade off retirement with 3 ASX stocks and ETFs

| Marc Van Dinther

Your future self may thank you sooner than expected.

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Financial Shares

These ASX financial stocks are bouncing, is it just the start?

| Marc Van Dinther

Some brokers think the two fintech shares could double in value!

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

How to tap into Asia's growth using ASX ETFs

| Marc Van Dinther

These funds offer access to the region’s fastest-growing giants.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Which ASX 200 stock is slipping on a sharpened takeover bid?

| Marc Van Dinther

IMF interest is getting more serious, with investors now reassessing.

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Resources Shares

Why is this $25 billion ASX mining stock charging higher today?

| Marc Van Dinther

Growing resources and exposure to gold and copper boost appeal of this miner.

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Technology Shares

Up 14% in April, is it too late to buy WiseTech shares?

| Marc Van Dinther

The stock remains well below its highs and may now offer a more compelling opportunity.

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Resources Shares

Big gains for BHP shares in April, but is the best still to come?

| Marc Van Dinther

BHP's scale, income, and growth could lead to more upside, despite risks.

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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear shares crashed in April, but is a comeback looming?

| Marc Van Dinther

This ASX 200 healthcare stock is caught between short-term pain and long-term potential.

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Blue Chip Shares

How are Australia's biggest ASX stocks really tracking in 2026?

| Marc Van Dinther

Some blue chips lag while others surge, however opportunity remains.

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Healthcare Shares

Good news, falling shares: What's dragging this ASX stock lower?

| Marc Van Dinther

In biotech, strong updates don't always push the share price higher.

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Dividend Investing

Want passive income? These ASX dividend shares offer 5%+ yields

| Marc Van Dinther

These companies grow their payouts over time.

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Gold

Why is this ASX gold stock charging higher on dividend news?

| Marc Van Dinther

The gold miner is ticking all the right boxes and investors like it.

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Resources Shares

Why is this ASX gold stock slipping despite new gold discoveries?

| Marc Van Dinther

Let's see why momentum has cooled today and in 2026.

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How to invest

How to invest smart: Avoid these 3 common pitfalls

| Marc Van Dinther

Investing is all about discipline, patience, and knowing what not to do.

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Growth Shares

The ASX's hottest shares just stumbled — warning sign?

| Marc Van Dinther

Are expectations starting to outpace fundamentals?

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BNPL shares

3 reasons to buy Zip shares

| Marc Van Dinther

Some brokers see upside of up to 122%.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 38%: Are Domino's shares ready to recover?

| Marc Van Dinther

Key question is whether earnings can stabilise and return to growth.

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Resources Shares

This ASX gold stock just smashed records, so why is it down?

| Marc Van Dinther

All systems go for this miner, but are investors taking a breather?

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Industrials Shares

Why this beaten-down ASX industrial stock just spiked 7%

| Marc Van Dinther

The company calmed nerves with a steady trading update.

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Resources Shares

Red-hot PLS shares: Smart buy or risky move?

| Marc Van Dinther

Up 299%, but do brokers see more upside ahead?

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