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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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Technology Shares

Up 223% in a year, why this ASX 200 tech stock could keep surging higher in 2025

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert expects the ASX 200 tech company to provide strong 2025 earnings guidance.

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Energy Shares

What happened with the Woodside share price in January?

| Bernd Struben

Alongside global oil prices, Woodside shares saw some big moves in January.

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Gold

3 ways to target big gains as the gold price soars to new record highs

| Bernd Struben

US President Donald Trump’s tariff war just lit a fire under the gold price.

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Gold

Guess which ASX 300 gold stock just rocketed 13% on a $69 million capital raise

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 300 gold miner has drawn the interest of some deep-pocketed investors.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Buying Woolworths shares? Here's what you need to know about the retailer's latest overhaul

| Bernd Struben

Woolworths announced leadership and organisational overhauls today.

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Healthcare Shares

3 reasons to buy CSL shares today

| Bernd Struben

Two investment experts expect a big turnaround for CSL shares in 2025.

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Bank Shares

Up 38% in a year, why the CBA share price outpaced the benchmark again in January

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares delivered another month of strong returns in January. But how?

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Share Market News

Has the latest Aussie retail sales data locked in an RBA interest rate cut in February?

| Bernd Struben

Will Aussie investors enjoy lower interest rates in February following the latest retail sales print?

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Financial Shares

How this $6 billion ASX 200 stock is beating the benchmark on Monday

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 stock is flashing a welcome green in Monday’s sea of red.

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Resources Shares

Did you catch what happened with the BHP share price in January?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares saw plenty of trading action in January.

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Gold

Guess which ASX 200 gold stock just plunged 12% on FY 2025 production woes

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 gold stock is taking a sharp fall on Monday. Let’s find out why.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords stocks smashing the benchmark this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX All Ords stocks soaring this week. But why?

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Bank Shares

Buying NAB shares? Here's why the big four bank is making news today

| Bernd Struben

NAB is forming closer ties with this $4 trillion US company.

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Gold

ASX 200 gold stocks shining bright as gold price charges to new record highs

| Bernd Struben

With the gold price at new all-time highs, ASX 200 gold stocks are dazzling shareholders.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 1,090% in a year, why is the Mesoblast share price leaping higher again on Friday?

| Bernd Struben

Mesoblast shares have surged more than 1,000% over the last 12 months.

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Resources Shares

Sayona Mining share price charging higher on 33% revenue boost

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are reacting very positively to Sayona Mining’s December results.

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Data Centre Technology
AI Stocks

NextDC shares are down 9% in a week. Is now the time to buy the dip?

| Bernd Struben

Should I buy the dip on NextDC shares?

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Travel Shares

Uh-oh! Are Qantas shares now 'highly overvalued'?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert forecasts headwinds for Qantas shares in 2025. But why?

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Resources Shares

Forget gold! Why this soaring ASX silver share is still trading at 'good value' today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert has a bullish outlook on this rocketing ASX silver miner.

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Share Market News

Aussie inflation is falling! Now when will the RBA finally cut interest rates?

| Bernd Struben

With inflation sliding, will the RBA now cut interest rates in February?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 marching higher following first 2025 US Fed interest rate call

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are now considering the Fed’s next interest rate move in March.

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Earnings Results

Why did the Zip share price just crash 20%?

| Bernd Struben

Up 275% in a year, Zip shares are getting smashed on Thursday. But why?

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Gold

3 reasons to buy this ASX 200 gold stock today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert expects strong results from this ASX 200 gold mining giant.

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Small Cap Shares

Guess which ASX small-cap stock exploded 154% on big US news!

| Bernd Struben

ASX small-cap stocks carry added risk, but also sometimes offer supersized rewards.

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Share Market News

Why the ASX 200 just jumped higher on latest Aussie inflation data

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are favouring their buy buttons on the heels of the latest Aussie CPI print.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The Star Casino share price just rocketed 13%! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Star Casino shares are charging higher today. But why?

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Gold

2 ASX 200 gold stocks making moves on strong quarterlies

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 gold stocks have benefited from a rising gold price.

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Technology Shares

DroneShield share price flying higher on 'robust' $1.2 billion projected pipeline

| Bernd Struben

DroneShield shares are enjoying a strong run on Wednesday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Up 70% in a year, is it time to cash in some gains on JB Hi-Fi shares?

| Bernd Struben

Should you sell those booming JB Hi-Fi shares today?

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Bank Shares

3 reasons to sell Westpac shares now

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert thinks Westpac shares will face stiffer headwinds in 2025.

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Technology Shares

Why are ASX 200 tech shares dragging on the benchmark today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX tech investors are facing a lot of red screens today. But why?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX All Ords tech stock just rocketed 30% on takeover news

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords tech stock is bucking the broader tech sell-off today to rocket higher.

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Technology Shares

Why did the Nasdaq just crash more than 3%?

| Bernd Struben

Tech investors sent the Nasdaq tumbling on Monday. But why?

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AI Stocks

Up 116% in a year, why is the Brainchip share price crashing 10% today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are sending the Brainchip share price plunging today. But why?

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Retail Shares

Guess which under-the-radar ASX 300 stock this fundie is 'particularly excited about'

| Bernd Struben

A leading fundie forecasts substantial growth potential for this ASX 300 dividend stock.

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Share Gainers

These 3 ASX 200 stocks are leading the charge higher in 2025. Own any?

| Bernd Struben

2025 is starting out with a bang for these three rocketing ASX 200 stocks.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX share just rocketed 32% on return to profitability

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX share soaring as half-year profits are flagged.

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52-Week Highs

AMP share price smashes new multi-year highs

| Bernd Struben

AMP shares have enjoyed a remarkable 14 month run higher. But why?

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 lithium stock jumps on project shutdown news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX 200 lithium stock on Friday. But why?

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Travel Shares

Down 33%! Should you buy Web Travel shares while they're under $5?

| Bernd Struben

Could the beaten down Web Travel share price make up for lost ground in 2025?

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