Bernd Struben, Author at The Motley Fool Australia

Recent Articles

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Energy Shares

Here's what drove the Santos share price 6% higher in March

April 5, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Crude oil prices fluctuated wildly in March, ending the month 6% higher.

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ETFs

An exciting ASX ETF to ride along with the global electric vehicle boom

April 3, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Some of the top performing shares on the ASX are involved in the lithium space.

Cryptocurrencies

The Ethereum price rocketed 25% higher in March. Here's why

April 1, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Ethereum's pending shift to proof of stake from proof of work is drawing a lot of crypto investor interest.

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Cryptocurrencies

Here's what moved the Bitcoin price 20% higher in March

April 1, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Investors are starting to see cryptos as more than just an investable asset.

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ESG

Here's what ESG investors should know about cryptos like Bitcoin

April 1, 2022 | Bernd Struben

It's estimated that Bitcoin uses as much energy each year as the entire nation of Holland.

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Share Gainers

Here's why lithium miner Argosy Minerals' (ASX:AGY) share price is leaping 9% today

April 1, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Lithium carbonate prices are maintaining record highs.

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Resources Shares

What's driving the Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) share price higher today?

March 31, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Materials shares are leading the ASX higher today.

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Resources Shares

What's boosting the Galan Lithium (ASX:GLN) share price today?

March 31, 2022 | Bernd Struben

With global battery production soaring, ASX investors are keeping a close eye on lithium shares.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

5 ASX shares that could be primed for takeovers in 2022: Wilsons

March 31, 2022 | Bernd Struben

2021 was a record year for takeovers in the listed Aussie market, and 2022 could yet see even more M&A…

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Resources Shares

Are these ASX 200 mining shares in trouble?

March 31, 2022 | Bernd Struben

China's rapid growth has long helped support iron ore prices. Now Chinese property sales are tumbling.

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Energy Shares

Own ASX 200 energy shares? Here's the latest on the 2022 crude oil disruptions

March 30, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Supply disruptions are hitting the energy market as global demand rebounds.

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Share Market News

Federal budget delivers development windfall for small-cap ASX shares

March 30, 2022 | Bernd Struben

Smaller companies are being encouraged to enhance their digital capabilities.

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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.

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.