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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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Share Market News

Will China's trade war torpedo the Rio, Fortescue and BHP share prices?

| Bernd Struben

China's trade ructions with Australia show few signs of abating. Will the trade war torpedo the Rio, Fortescue and BHP…

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Share Market News

Why energy shares Woodside (ASX:WPL) and Santos (ASX:STO) plan to go green with gas

| Bernd Struben

Solar and wind power continue to gain traction. But Woodside and Santos plan to go green with Australian gas.

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ASX retail shares in the spotlight: Cashed up consumers unfazed by "uneven and bumpy" rebound

| Bernd Struben

With consumer confidence running at 10-year highs and plenty of pent-up demand, ASX retail shares are hoping for a bumper…

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Trading at record highs, why the Eagers (ASX:APE) share price is lifting again today

| Bernd Struben

After hitting new all-time highs on Friday, here's why the Eagers Automotive share price is moving higher again today.

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Will China's tariffs cripple the Aussie economy's 2021 recovery plan?

| Bernd Struben

The list of Australian goods being hit with punitive tariffs in China continues to grow. Will this derail Australia's recovery?

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Will ASX gold shares continue to shine in 2021?

| Bernd Struben

The soaring price of gold in 2020 has been a boon for most ASX gold shares. Will those tailwinds keep…

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Share Market News

Up over 800% this year, the Element 25 (ASX:E25) share price slips on progress report

| Bernd Struben

With the company's shares already up over 800% for the year, what's next for the Element 25 share price? We…

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Why the oOh!Media (ASX:OML) share price is gaining today

| Bernd Struben

The oOh!Media share price is up 5.75% in early morning trading. We look at why the 'out of home' advertiser…

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Share Market News

Why the Resource Development (ASX:RDG) share price is one to watch

| Bernd Struben

The Resource Development share price dropped 1.9% in the closing moments today in the wake of an acquisition announcement.

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Share Market News

Strong growth potential for Mineral Resources (ASX:MIN) share price: fundie

| Bernd Struben

The Mineral Resources share price has soared 111% higher so far in 2020. But this fund manager sees more growth…

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Why the ASX tech share rally can run well into 2021

| Bernd Struben

Having had a stellar run in 2020, some analysts forecast that the ASX tech share rally is over. But these…

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Share Market News

Why the Michael Hill (ASX:MHJ) share price is leaping 11% higher

| Bernd Struben

The rocketing Michael Hill International share price is one to watch today following on the company's trading update this morning.

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Ask a Fund Manager

Ask a fund manager: Nikko AM's Darren Langer and Chris Rands share their insights on fixed income investing

| Bernd Struben

In today's fund manager interview, Nikko AM's Australian Bond Fund portfolio managers talk about fixed income investing.

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Share Market News

What can ASX investors expect in 2021? AMP Capital's top thinkers offer their insights

| Bernd Struben

What can ASX investors expect in 2021? In a webinar this morning, AMP Capital's top thinkers highlighted the opportunities and…

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The Esports Mogul (ASX:ESH) share price down 5% on mobile update

| Bernd Struben

With the Esports Mogul share price already up 100% in 2020, could the company's mobile announcement today draw more investor…

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Resources Shares

Why the S2 Resources (ASX:S2R) share price was on the move today

| Bernd Struben

The S2 Resources Ltd (ASX: S2R) share price was up by almost 6% today before closing flat. Here's what was…

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Share Market News

Why the Andromeda Metals (ASX:ADN) share price is lifting off today

| Bernd Struben

The Andromeda Metals share price is up 6% in afternoon trading and 34% over the past month. We look at…

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Share Market News

Which shares will benefit from trillions of dollars in new global stimulus?

| Bernd Struben

The first waves of global stimulus saw share markets rocket from their March lows. What will the next waves deliver…

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Why the Gold Road (ASX:GOR) share price is lifting today

| Bernd Struben

Gold Road Resources share price has been all over the map this year. But an announcement this morning sees shares…

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Share Market News

Telix (ASX:TLX) share price slips despite priority review status

| Bernd Struben

After rocketing 121% higher in November, the Telix Pharmaceuticals share price is down 2% today despite the company receiving priority…

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Share Market News

CSL (ASX:CSL) share price on watch after hints of 'far more robust' vaccine

| Bernd Struben

Australian global biotech giant CSL Limited didn't win the sprint for a coronavirus vaccine. But it may lead the marathon.

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Share Market News

Will this $65 billion bonanza turbocharge the Elders (ASX:ELD) share price?

| Bernd Struben

Though sliding since mid-November, the Elders share price remains up more than 56% for the year. What's the outlook for…

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Share Market News

After record breaking ASX share price rallies, what next in 2021?

| Bernd Struben

2020 has set a series of new records for ASX 200 share price moves – first lower, then higher. What…

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Share Market News

Why the Woodside (ASX:WPL) share price is edging higher today

| Bernd Struben

The Woodside (ASX: WPL) share price is up slightly today after the company pre-empted FAR's sale of its Senegal energy…

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Energy Shares

Can OPEC deliver more share price gains for Santos (ASX:STO) and Woodside (ASX:WPL)?

| Bernd Struben

ASX energy shares were among the hardest hit by COVID-19 lockdowns. November saw prices surging back. What's next?

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Will the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price hit new highs?

| Bernd Struben

Like the Energizer Bunny, the Afterpay share price just keeps going and going. Is it possible Afterpay will continue to…

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Share Market News

Why this fund manager believes Qantas (ASX:QAN) could emerge "larger and more valuable"

| Bernd Struben

Few sectors have been as hard hit by COVID-19 as the airline industry. But this fundie believes Qantas could emerge…

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Resources Shares

Why the Oz Minerals (ASX:OZL) share price, up 61% this year, could run higher

| Bernd Struben

Many investors shy away from ASX shares following a run of strong gains. Here's why the Oz Minerals share price…

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Share Market News

Why the SRG Global (ASX:SRG) share price is up 5% today

| Bernd Struben

The SRG Global share price is climbing higher again today, up 5% in afternoon trading. We take a look at…

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After a record November, what's next for ASX 200 shares?

| Bernd Struben

November 2020 is a month ASX 200 investors will long recall, with the index posting record returns. But what's next…

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Why the Strategic Elements (ASX:SOR) share price rocketed 9% higher today

| Bernd Struben

The Strategic Elements share price soared more than 9% higher in afternoon trading. We take a look at what was…

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Share Market News

The Legend Mining (ASX:LEG) share price is rocketing 15% higher. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The Legend Mining share price is far outpacing the broader ASX today, with shares up almost 15% in afternoon trading.…

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Why the Sandfire Resources (ASX:SFR) share price is soaring 10% higher

| Bernd Struben

Sandfire Resources' share price is up 10%, placing it among the top performers on the ASX 200 today. We look…

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How this ASX share is riding the rapid growth of ESG investing

| Bernd Struben

With the rapid growth of ESG investing, this 'ethical' ASX share has delivered a 29% share price gain year-to-date.

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Share Market News

Why the banks are back in the ASX 200 spotlight

| Bernd Struben

Australia's big four banks haven't had the best run, what with royal commissions and global pandemics. But their fortunes could…

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Why the holidays are looking up for Sydney Airport (ASX:SYD) shares

| Bernd Struben

Sydney Airport shares look to be getting a welcome reprieve from domestic borders reopening after lengthy COVID closures.

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Share Market News

Why Platinum Asset's healthcare fund doesn't own CSL (ASX:CSL) shares

| Bernd Struben

CSL is the fourth largest company trading on the ASX 200. But Platinum Asset's healthcare fund doesn't own any CSL…

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Why the Myer Foundation aims to achieve 100% ESG investments in 2 years

| Bernd Struben

Economic, social and governance (ESG) investing not only puts your money to work in responsible ways, it can return more…

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Why the Dorsavi (ASX:DVL) share price is flying 22% higher today

| Bernd Struben

Wearable sensor technology company Dorsavi's shares are up over 32% in intraday trading. We look at why...

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The Native Mineral (ASX:NMR) share price leaps 17% higher. Here's why…

| Bernd Struben

ASX newbie Native Mineral Resources' share price is rocketing higher today following drilling results. Here's what you need to know.

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