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Bernd Struben

Bernd Struben earned his BA in economics from the University of Michigan in 1991, with post-graduate studies in environmental economics at the University of Connecticut. Over the years he’s written about and analysed the tourism industry in the Caribbean; Europe’s commercial real estate markets; and, since moving to Australia in 2010, global and Aussie share markets. Bernd studies geopolitical and macroeconomic trends, alongside sector and company specific data, to gauge what he believes could be tomorrow's best investments. In his free time, you might find Bernd at the beach with his family or working on his next science fiction novel.

Recent Articles

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Gold

Why is everyone talking about Northern Star shares today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are piling into Northern Star shares today. But why?

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Energy Shares

Why Beach Energy shares just came roaring back

| Bernd Struben

Beach Energy shares are smashing the benchmark on Monday. But why?

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Energy Shares

How Woodside shares smashed the benchmark returns in July

| Bernd Struben

Woodside shares were up an impressive 12.5% over the month

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Financial Shares

3 reasons to sell this $21 billion ASX 200 stock today

| Bernd Struben

Here’s why it might be time to take profits.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie just raised its price target for Rio Tinto shares

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie offers its verdict on Rio-Tinto shares following the half-year results.

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Resources Shares

Why July was a great month to own the big three ASX 200 mining shares

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto, Fortescue, and BHP shares all smashed the benchmark returns in July. But why?

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Bank Shares

How the tide turned negative for ASX 200 bank stocks in July

| Bernd Struben

Here’s why the tide looks to be turning for the big Aussie banks.

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Resources Shares

Guess which ASX 200 copper stock is leaping higher on record production

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 copper stock is smashing the benchmark today. Here’s why.

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Dividend Investing

Why Macquarie expects this high-yielding ASX 200 dividend stock to outperform

| Bernd Struben

Let's find out.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should you buy the dip on Woolworths shares today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert gives his verdict on Woolworths shares.

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BNPL shares

$10,000 invested in Zip shares in April is now worth…

| Bernd Struben

Investors who followed Warren Buffett’s advice and bought Zip shares in April won’t be regretting that today.

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Dividend Investing

Why did the Rio Tinto dividend just shrink to 7-year lows?

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto just slashed its half-year dividend payout. But why?

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Energy Shares

Why did this $2.7 billion ASX 200 energy share just crash 11%?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are fleeing the ASX 200 energy stock today. But why?

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Broker Notes

Should you buy Qantas shares before reporting season? Here's what Macquarie recommends

| Bernd Struben

We look at Macquarie’s expectations for the surging Qantas share price in FY 2026.

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Cryptocurrencies

Guess which fast-rising altcoin is leaving the Bitcoin price gains in the dust

| Bernd Struben

Donald Trump’s return to the White House hasn’t just boosted the Bitcoin price.

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Resources Shares

Why this expert is calling time on Fortescue shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on Fortescue shares.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts off as inflation data spurs hope for RBA interest rate cuts

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are celebrating the latest inflation reading. But why?

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Resources Shares

Core Lithium share price tumbles as investors await Finniss restart

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down Core Lithium shares today. But why?

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources shares lift off on record results

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are piling into Mineral Resources shares following the miner’s quarterly results.

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Gold

Why Macquarie expects this ASX 200 gold stock to surge 55%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts a big rebound ahead for this beaten down ASX 200 gold miner.

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Resources Shares

Up 46% since June, should you still buy Pilbara Minerals shares right now?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert offers his verdict on Pilbara Minerals' resurgent share price.

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Dividend Investing

Up 25% since April, are Macquarie shares still a good buy for passive income?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert gives his verdict on Macquarie shares and the passive income on offer.

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Share Market News

Is it too late to invest in the record setting S&P 500 stock gains?

| Bernd Struben

A top broker reveals what to expect next from the surging S&P 500 Index.

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Energy Shares

Should you buy Boss Energy shares now after Monday's huge sell-off?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie gives its verdict on Boss Energy shares following Monday’s crash.

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Energy Shares

Buying Woodside shares? Here's the latest move to achieve US$60 million in synergies

| Bernd Struben

Woodside expects its new agreement with ExxonMobil will unlock value for shareholders.

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Broker Notes

Up 379% in 5 years, are Whitehaven Coal shares now a buy, hold or sell?

| Bernd Struben

Here’s what Macquarie is forecasting for Whitehaven Coal shares into 2026.

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Industrials Shares

3 reasons to buy this surging ASX 200 stock today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert forecasts more outperformance from this fast-rising ASX 200 dividend stock.

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Broker Notes

Up 37% this year, why Macquarie expects A2 Milk shares to keep outperforming

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie remains bullish on A2 Milk shares heading into 2026. Let’s see why.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie forecasts Northern Star shares are set to surge 55%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie believes Northern Star shares are well-placed to rocket higher.

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Travel Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords travel stock just rocketed 17% on an earnings upgrade

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX All Ords travel stock today. Here's what's happening.

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Gold

Beaten-down ASX 200 gold stock leaping higher today as records tumble

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the beaten-down ASX 200 gold miner today. But why?

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Energy Shares

$10,000 invested in Paladin Energy shares 5 years ago is now worth…

| Bernd Struben

July 2020 would have been a great time to buy Paladin Energy shares.

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Dividend Investing

Are CBA shares still a good buy today for passive income?

| Bernd Struben

Looking to earn passive income from ASX dividend stocks? Here’s my take on CBA shares.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just rocketed 34% on strong earnings growth

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent this ASX All Ords stock surging 34%. Here’s what’s happening.

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Gold

Down 30% since April, should I buy the dip on Northern Star shares today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on Northern Star shares.

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Energy Shares

Up 62% since April, what's happening with Whitehaven shares today?

| Bernd Struben

Whitehaven shares have enjoyed a strong rally since April despite weak coal prices.

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Gold

Guess which $107 billion ASX 200 gold stock is storming higher today on record results

| Bernd Struben

The $107 billion ASX 200 gold miner is storming higher today. Here's why.

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Technology Shares

Up 60% since April, why this $40 billion ASX 200 tech stock remains a 'compelling buy' today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert believes this $40 billion ASX 200 tech stock has a lengthy growth runway ahead of it yet.

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Technology Shares

Up 25% since April, is it too late to buy Xero shares today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert gives his verdict on the growth outlook for Xero shares.

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Healthcare Shares

Why CSL shares are a buy today despite the looming Trump tariffs

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert believes CSL shares are still trading for a bargain today. Here's why.

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