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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

2 All Ords ASX defence shares 'poised to thrive'

| Bernd Struben

Both All Ords ASX defence stocks could keep outperforming for years, according to this leading fund manager.

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Share Market News

The ASX 200 just plummeted on May's inflation figures. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is under heavy selling pressure following May’s CPI data. But why?

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 mining shares just downgraded by top brokers

| Bernd Struben

The brokers just cut their outlooks for three ASX 200 mining shares. But why?

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 uranium stock tumbles despite significant new production potential

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down the ASX 200 uranium stock today. But why?

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Dividend Investing

Beat the ASX with these cash-gushing dividend stocks

| Bernd Struben

With dividend yields running from 6% to more than 11%, I think these ASX income stocks stand out from the…

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ETFs

1 top ASX ETF to buy now as the global uranium race heats up

| Bernd Struben

This top ASX ETF has smashed the benchmark returns over the past year, and I think it’s just getting started.

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Energy Shares

Buying ASX 200 energy shares? Here's what to expect in FY 2025

| Bernd Struben

Will ASX 200 energy stocks outshine the market in FY 2025?

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Technology Shares

Down 12% since Thursday, has the DroneShield share price topped out?

| Bernd Struben

DroneShield shares are tumbling. Here’s why I think that’s just a blip on the ASX tech stock’s growth radar.

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Broker Notes

Why these 3 ASX 200 shares just gained significant broker upgrades

| Bernd Struben

The brokers just boosted their outlooks for these ASX 200 shares. But why?

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Travel Shares

Qantas shares lift amid new investment in next-generation aircraft

| Bernd Struben

Qantas' next generation aircraft could cut costs, travel time and emissions.

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AI Stocks

The AI money flow: Why you can't afford to miss stocks like Nvidia and this rising ASX 200 tech stock

| Bernd Struben

Not all ASX tech companies will benefit from AI, but I think this one could keep soaring higher.

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Share Market News

Buying ASX 200 shares? Here's why you'll like NAB's inflation forecast

| Bernd Struben

NAB’s inflation forecast could see ASX 200 shares rally on Wednesday. But why?

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Energy Shares

How the 'nuclear renaissance' could send ASX uranium stocks like Paladin through the roof

| Bernd Struben

The stars could be aligning for ASX uranium stocks. But why?

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Share Market News

CBA share price outpacing BHP shares on Monday in the race for biggest ASX stock

| Bernd Struben

CBA’s soaring share price could see the Aussie bank dethrone BHP as the biggest company on the ASX.

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Share Fallers

Why did the Cettire share price just crash 42%?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are sending the Cettire share price spiralling lower today. But why?

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Travel Shares

ASX 200 travel share slips on latest demerger news

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 travel company is looking to split into two separately listed businesses.

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Travel Shares

What's ahead for ASX 200 travel shares in FY 2025?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 travel shares put in a mixed performance this year. Here’s what to look for in FY 2025.

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Share Gainers

Why these three ASX All Ords stocks are leading the charge higher this week

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX All Ords shares rocketed higher this week. But how?

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Share Market News

These 3 top ASX 200 shares just earned substantial broker upgrades. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

Leading brokers just upgraded their rating for three top ASX 200 shares. But why?

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares smashing the benchmark amid national gas crisis

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 energy stocks are working to divert an emerging national gas crunch.

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IPOs

Guzman y Gomez share price implodes 10% on ASX trading day 2

| Bernd Struben

The Guzman Y Gomez share price is tumbling on Friday. But why?

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Share Gainers

If you invested $5,000 in this ASX healthcare stock a year ago, you'd have $50,833 now!

| Bernd Struben

The little-known ASX healthcare stock has delivered eye-watering 12-month gains. But how?

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Dividend Investing

3 top ASX 200 stocks that could create lasting passive income into retirement

| Bernd Struben

Passive income investors have a number of top ASX 200 shares to choose from. Here’s why I like these three.

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Resources Shares

Uh-oh! Are ASX copper shares about to hit a speed bump?

| Bernd Struben

ASX copper stocks could be about to hit a rough patch. But why?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

2 ASX shares with big takeover updates today

| Bernd Struben

Investors are digesting just what the latest takeover updates could mean for these ASX shares.

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Broker Notes

Why these 3 ASX 200 stocks just scored sizeable broker upgrades

| Bernd Struben

Top brokers have boosted their outlooks for these three ASX 200 companies. But why?

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Travel Shares

How AI can help Qantas shares fly higher

| Bernd Struben

AI won’t be flying the planes solo just yet, but it could help boost Qantas shares.

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Energy Shares

Are Santos shares a good investment right now?

| Bernd Struben

With a 3.8% dividend yield, should I buy Santos shares right now?

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Gold

How central banks are primed to drive a new ASX 200 gold stock rally

| Bernd Struben

Global central banks could rekindle the bull run in ASX 200 gold stocks. But how?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's why the Treasury Wine share price is beating the ASX 200 today

| Bernd Struben

Treasury Wine shares are schooling the ASX 200 today. But why?

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Dividend Investing

Here's how much passive income I'd get if I invested $20,000 in Westpac shares now

| Bernd Struben

A $20,000 investment in Westpac shares could deliver some welcome additional passive income.

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Broker Notes

These four ASX All Ords shares just earned hefty broker upgrades. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords shares are forecast to surge as much as 98% over the year ahead.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which high-flying ASX All Ords stock was just halted ahead of a key FDA decision

| Bernd Struben

The ASX All Ords stock is awaiting an important announcement from the US FDA.

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Resources Shares

Why are these experts so bullish on ASX copper shares?

| Bernd Struben

ASX copper shares could lead the charge higher into 2025. But why?

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Share Market News

ASX 200 dips on RBA interest rate decision

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 gave up some of its intraday gains following the latest RBA interest rate announcement. But why?

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Travel Shares

Could Qantas shares be poised to catch some Chinese tailwinds?

| Bernd Struben

Qantas shareholders will be watching Australia’s latest diplomatic developments with China.

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Bank Shares

'Attacked from all angles': Why this fundie is betting against the momentous rally in CBA shares

| Bernd Struben

Up 27% in a year, this top fund manager believes the CBA share price rally is overdone. But why?

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Resources Shares

What's happening with the big 3 ASX 200 iron ore stocks today?

| Bernd Struben

BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue are eyeing an ongoing economic slowdown in China.

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Share Fallers

Why did this ASX All Ords stock just crash 45%?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending the ASX All Ords stock tumbling today. But why?

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Energy Shares

What Bill Gates, ASX uranium shares and the AI revolution have in common

| Bernd Struben

ASX uranium shares could be tapped to make up for banned Russian imports in the US.

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