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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

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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Dividend Investing

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

| 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

| 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

| 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?

| 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

| 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?

| 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'

| 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

| 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

| 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?

| 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

| 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

| 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

| 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

| 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

| Bernd Struben

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

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Upset man in hard hat puts hand over face after Armada Metals share price sinks
Resources Shares

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

| Bernd Struben

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

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