Bernd Struben, Author at The Motley Fool Australia

Recent Articles

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AI Stocks

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

January 28, 2025 | Bernd Struben

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

Retail Shares

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

January 25, 2025 | Bernd Struben

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

Share Gainers

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

January 24, 2025 | 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

January 24, 2025 | 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

January 24, 2025 | 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

January 24, 2025 | 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?

January 24, 2025 | Bernd Struben

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

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 shares to invest $20,000 in and create $2,100 in passive income

January 23, 2025 | Bernd Struben

I think both these ASX 200 stocks will continue to reward passive income investors in 2025.

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52-Week Highs

4 ASX 200 shares smashing new 52-week highs even as the market sinks

January 23, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Shrugging off today's sliding market, these ASX 200 stocks just hit new 52-week plus highs.

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Energy Shares

Why this $7 billion ASX 200 energy stock is falling hard today

January 23, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Investors are pressuring the Aussie energy provider on Thursday. But why?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Insignia Financial shares: When will the bidding war end?

January 23, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Bidding action for the ASX 200 financial stock continues today.

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Resources Shares

Core Lithium share price bounces as restart study progresses

January 23, 2025 | Bernd Struben

The Core Lithium share price is now up 11% in 2025.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 175% in a year, is this why the Sigma share price is falling this week?

January 22, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Sigma shares are taking a tumble again today. But why?

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX microcap stock just exploded 100% on a 'significant turning point'

January 22, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Some investors may have doubled their money on this ASX microcap stock today.

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Energy Shares

Buying Santos shares? Here's the latest on this $3.2 billion deal

January 22, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Santos made a major investment decision on a $3.2 billion energy project.

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Technology Shares

2 small-cap ASX tech shares rocketing on big US news

January 22, 2025 | Bernd Struben

The junior ASX tech shares are enjoying a big lift following positive developments in the US.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Woodside share price sinking today?

January 22, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Woodside shares are under pressure on Wednesday. But why?

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Energy Shares

Paladin Energy share price takes off as uranium production ramps up

January 22, 2025 | Bernd Struben

ASX investors are bidding up the Paladin Energy share price today.

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Retirement

4 steps to take now to get the maximum benefit from your superannuation

January 18, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Taking these simple steps could materially boost your superannuation returns.

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Real Estate Shares

Why this 'compelling' ASX 200 real estate stock has long-term upside potential

January 18, 2025 | Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager forecasts brighter skies ahead for this Aussie property developer and investor.

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Gold

4 reasons this ASX 200 gold stock could shine bright in 2025

January 17, 2025 | Bernd Struben

A leading investment expert is bullish on the outlook for this ASX 200 gold miner.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

How Rio Tinto shares could eclipse BHP in 2025, with a little help from Glencore

January 17, 2025 | Bernd Struben

The financial rumour mill is abuzz about a potential mega merger for Rio Tinto.

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Resources Shares

Why this $6.5 billion ASX 200 mining stock is tumbling today

January 17, 2025 | Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 miner just found itself under heavy selling pressure on Friday.

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Travel Shares

Got $500? Buy this ASX 200 stock to kick off 2025

January 17, 2025 | Bernd Struben

I think you’ll want to consider a $500 investment in this ASX 200 stock for 2025.

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Dividend Investing

How much would I need in an ASX share portfolio to earn a $2,000 monthly passive income?

January 17, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Fancy an extra $24,000 a year landing in your bank account? Read on...

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Technology Shares

How the Brainchip share price rode a rollercoaster to 129% gains in 2024

January 16, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Brainchip shares weren’t for the faint-hearted in 2024.

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 having such a stellar run today?

January 16, 2025 | Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is on fire today. But why?

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Technology Shares

2 booming ASX tech shares with more 'significant growth potential'

January 16, 2025 | Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager forecasts more growth ahead for these booming ASX tech stocks.

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Resources Shares

What happened with the Core Lithium share price in 2024?

January 15, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Core Lithium worked to expand its horizons in 2024.

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Healthcare Shares

ResMed shares are up 42% in a year. This shows why they could still be great value

January 15, 2025 | Bernd Struben

The investing pros at Firetrail forecast another strong year for ResMed shares in 2025.

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Resources Shares

Buying ASX 200 mining stocks? Here's why the iron ore price just charged back above US$100 a tonne

January 15, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Investors are now wondering if the iron ore price can keep moving higher.

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Resources Shares

Is this what's boosting the Pilbara Minerals share price today?

January 15, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the Pilbara Minerals share price on Wednesday. But why?

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Financial Shares

Macquarie shares lift off on $8 billion AI news

January 15, 2025 | Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the Macquarie share price amid the latest AI news.

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Energy Shares

Why the Santos share price 'continues to look undervalued' in 2025

January 15, 2025 | Bernd Struben

The experts at Firetrail believe the Santos share price is still undervalued.