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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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Energy Shares

This $1 billion ASX 200 energy stock is diving 7%! Here's why

| Bernd Struben

This ASX energy company is taking a beating on Tuesday. But why?

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin price smashes new record highs as market value tops US$2.1 trillion

| Bernd Struben

Bitcoin just soared to new all-time highs. But why?

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Travel Shares

One ASX 200 stock down 50% since July this fund just bought

| Bernd Struben

The fund managers saw value in the ASX 200 stock following a 50% share price plunge.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should I buy Domino's shares before the New Year?

| Bernd Struben

Are Domino’s shares a good buy for 2025 after tumbling 50% in 2024?

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Technology Shares

The All Ords stock that's 'shaping up to become a truly global ASX success story'

| Bernd Struben

Up 160% in a year, a leading fund manager expects this ASX All Ords stock has much more to give.

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ETFs

Want to invest in the Nasdaq? This ASX ETF is a great option heading into the new year

| Bernd Struben

The ASX ETF offers a one-stop shop to invest in the soaring tech shares listed on the Nasdaq.

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IPOs

Why is the last major ASX IPO of 2024 crashing on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

Shares in the newly listed company are down 17% from the ASX IPO price.

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Travel Shares

Buying Qantas shares? You'll need to know this

| Bernd Struben

Qantas shares have been soaring higher in 2024.

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Opinions

2 underappreciated ASX 200 shares to buy now

| Bernd Struben

Investors may be undervaluing these ASX 200 shares heading into 2025, according to this expert.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks charging higher this week even as the market sinks

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 stocks leapt higher this week despite the sinking market.

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Gold

After a market beating year what can investors expect from the gold price in 2025?

| Bernd Struben

Can the gold price repeat its stellar performance in 2025?

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin price reclaims US$100,000 after AMP reveals an investment

| Bernd Struben

A rising Bitcoin price could validate AMP’s recent investment decision.

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Travel Shares

Qantas share price hits turbulence as engineers down tools

| Bernd Struben

Qantas’ engineers are displeased with the results of pay negotiations.

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Real Estate Shares

ASX 200 stock slips on $482 million retail deal

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 stock is expanding its retail holdings by almost half a billion dollars.

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How to invest

Here's my $3 a day ASX passive income plan for 2025

| Bernd Struben

ASX dividend stocks provide a unique path for building a passive income stream.

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BNPL shares

Down 15% in a week, should you buy the dip on Zip shares?

| Bernd Struben

Are Zip shares a good buy after the past week’s 15% fall?

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Resources Shares

BHP and Rio Tinto in hot water amid landmark class actions

| Bernd Struben

BHP and Rio Tinto are facing two new class actions.

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Share Market News

Why did the ASX 200 just nosedive on the latest Aussie labour figures?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors hit their sell buttons following the November Aussie labour data.

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Healthcare Shares

ASX 300 healthcare stock lifts off on promising new results

| Bernd Struben

Up 28% in a year, the ASX healthcare stock is leaping higher on Thursday.

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Resources Shares

Top broker tips 'standout' ASX copper stock for 26% gains

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 300 copper stock only began trading on the ASX back in April.

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Healthcare Shares

Has the Pro Medicus share price risen too high too quickly?

| Bernd Struben

Pro Medicus shares have rocketed 173% since this time last year.

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Technology Shares

Should I cash in some gains on WiseTech shares today?

| Bernd Struben

Up 83% in a year, should I take some profits on WiseTech shares?

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Healthcare Shares

'Huge opportunity' ahead for this ASX 200 healthcare stock

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 healthcare stock is facing a large untapped market for its lead products.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts off on final RBA interest rate decision before 2025

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 leapt higher following the RBA interest rate announcement.

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Healthcare Shares

Should I buy CSL shares today?

| Bernd Struben

With CSL’s valuation improving, is the ASX 200 biotech stock one to buy today?

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Bank Shares

Why this ASX 200 bank stock could face a hard slog in 2025

| Bernd Struben

Up 44% in a year, should I sell this ASX 200 bank stock today?

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Resources Shares

The BHP share price is racing higher today. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue shares are soaring on Tuesday. But why?

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Technology Shares

One 'unloved, under-followed' ASX tech stock to buy now

| Bernd Struben

A leading fundie says this ASX All Ords tech stock is approaching an inflection point.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should I buy Woolworths shares today?

| Bernd Struben

After getting hammered in 2024, are Woolworths shares now a buy?

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Travel Shares

Why the soaring Qantas share price could be 'difficult to sustain'

| Bernd Struben

The Qantas share price has been a stellar performer in 2024, up 68.7% since 2 January.

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Gold

3 reasons to buy Northern Star shares now

| Bernd Struben

This expert forecasts more gains to come from Northern Star shares in 2025.

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Energy Shares

Should you be worried about this 'Achilles' heel' for ASX 200 energy shares?

| Bernd Struben

After a tough 2024, ASX 200 oil and gas stocks could face ongoing pressure in 2025.

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Financial Shares

Why this ASX All Ords financial stock is scrapping its $100 million share buyback today

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX All Ords financial stock following its cancelled share buyback.

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ETFs

How can I tap into the S&P 500's forecast 15% gains in 2025 with an ASX share?

| Bernd Struben

Amid bullish forecasts for the S&P 500 in 2025, this ASX share could keep shining bright.

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Resources Shares

The ASX 200 resource shares to buy and those to avoid in 2025

| Bernd Struben

Bank of America’s resource forecasts for 2025 could have big implications for these ASX 200 shares.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Is this ASX All Ords stock primed for a takeover offer in 2025?

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords stock could draw the interest of global companies saddled with fading patents.

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin price blasts past US$100,000 milestone before an unexpected move

| Bernd Struben

Boom! The Bitcoin price just smashed through the US$100,000 mark.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 shares leading the charge higher this week

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 stocks are flying higher this week. Here’s how.

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AI Stocks

Could ChatGPT take a bite out of the DroneShield share price in 2025?

| Bernd Struben

DroneShield shareholders may find themselves competing with OpenAI.

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Share Gainers

Up 748% in a year, why a 'long growth runway remains' for Zip shares

| Bernd Struben

Up 748% in a year, these top fund managers remain bullish on the outlook for Zip shares in 2025.

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