Bernd Struben, Author at The Motley Fool Australia

Recent Articles

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Could the Zip share price turn over a new leaf in April?

March 30, 2022 | Bernd Struben

The company's acquisition of Sezzle may not change its competitive position in a meaningful way.

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Share Gainers

Why is the Block (ASX:SQ2) share price leaping 7% higher today?

March 29, 2022 | Bernd Struben

ASX tech shares are leading the index higher today.

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Cryptocurrencies

The Bitcoin price just reached a new 2022 high. Here's why

March 29, 2022 | Bernd Struben

The world's original crypto has gained 15% over the past week.

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ETFs

Why this leading ASX ETF is in the spotlight this week

March 29, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Modern warfare is increasingly relying on shadowy cyber armies.

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Cryptocurrencies

Ethereum price outpaces Bitcoin as crypto investors eye 'The Merge'

March 28, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Cryptos have come under fire in recent years over the tremendous amount of energy used by their blockchain computer networks.

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Resources Shares

Why is the Sayona Mining (ASX:SYA) share price rocking a new 10-year high today?

March 28, 2022 | Bernd Struben

ASX lithium shares have been some of the strongest performers over the past year.

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Share Market News

Game of chess? Here's what's dragging the ASX Ltd (ASX:ASX) share price lower today

March 28, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Blockchain technology is changing the traditional world of finance.

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Share Gainers

Up 350% in a year, here's why the Firefinch (ASX:FFX) share price is flying higher on Monday

March 28, 2022 | Bernd Struben

With the joint venture conditions satisfied, Firefinch will accelerate work on its Goulamina Project in Mali.

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Energy Shares

Here's why Macquarie just upgraded the Santos (ASX:STO) share price

March 28, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Rocketing energy prices and a significant new oil discovery are putting the ASX 200 energy share in the spotlight.

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Technology Shares

Is this the 'secret sauce' for ASX 200 tech share price growth?

March 26, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Technology stocks have, on average, massively underperformed in 2022.

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Tax

Investing in ASX shares? Here's what you need to know come tax time: expert

March 26, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Australia has a world-leading dividend imputation scheme in place to prevent double taxation.

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Cryptocurrencies

Why this lesser-known crypto left Bitcoin in the dust this week

March 25, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Cardano has been labelled an Ethereum challenger for years due to its innovative smart contract platform.

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Resources Shares

The Fortescue (ASX:FMG) share price has gained 11% since early last week. What's been happening?

March 25, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Fortescue counts among the top-10 dividend paying companies in the world.

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Travel Shares

What was the highest ever Qantas share price?

March 25, 2022 | Bernd Struben

2019 saw Qantas hit a series of record closing highs.

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Financial Shares

The ASX share price has slumped 13% this year. Is it still overpriced?

March 25, 2022 | Bernd Struben

The listed exchange group trades at a higher forward P/E ratio than its international peers.

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Tax

Investing in cryptos? Here's what you need to know come tax time: expert

March 25, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Don't ignore your digital asset investment gains or losses come tax time.

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Cryptocurrencies

Own ANZ shares? The ASX 200 bank just became the first to launch its own crypto

March 24, 2022 | Bernd Struben

The bank's in-house crypto can save time and costs across a range of transactions.

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Resources Shares

'We are excited': Why these 2 ASX lithium shares are popping today

March 24, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Western Australia is home to the largest hard rock lithium mine on Earth.

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Financial Shares

Janus Henderson (ASX:JHG) share price falls following new CEO appointment

March 24, 2022 | Bernd Struben

The global fund manager revealed its new chief executive officer this morning.

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ESG

Own Telstra shares? Here's how the telco plans to use drones to create carbon credits

March 24, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Atop cutting emissions, companies are also working on removing carbon from the air.

Gold

What's the outlook for the Northern Star (ASX:NST) share price?

March 23, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Gold has slipped from recent highs but remains up more than 5% year-to-date.

Gold

Could these ASX 200 gold shares be set for more gains in 2022?

March 23, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Investors often turn to gold in times of uncertainty.

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Share Gainers

Lithium party: Riversgold (ASX:RGL) share price surges another 41%

March 23, 2022 | Bernd Struben

The outlook for lithium demand remains strong amid a global push towards electrification.

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How to invest

Is this the secret behind ASX shares that outperform?

March 23, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Could this be the critical element that brings drive and vision for change to a company to make it successful?

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Share Gainers

The Plenti (ASX:PLT) share price is surging 11% today. Here's why

March 23, 2022 | Bernd Struben

The fintech lender has exceeded its previous FY22 growth forecasts.

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Cryptocurrencies

Why this expert says the Ethereum price will triple in 2022

March 23, 2022 | Bernd Struben

A major shift in how the blockchain is managed and transactions are verified is set to bring ETH transaction costs…