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Bernd Struben

Author bio
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.
Areas of expertise
Australian and global share markets
Macroeconomic and geopolitical trends
Real estate
Education
Economics, University of Michigan
Favorite investment quote
"The four most dangerous words in investing are: 'This time it's different."
— Sir John Templeton

Recent Articles

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Broker Notes

Why BHP shares just got a big buy call

| Bernd Struben

A top analyst forecasts more outperformance to come from BHP's surging shares. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's how Coles and Woolworths shares stacked up in May

| Bernd Struben

The battle between Coles and Woolworths shares continued in May.

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Energy Shares

Why ASX 200 energy stocks like Woodside and Santos got hammered in May

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 closed May in the green, but ASX energy stocks like Woodside and Santos didn’t join the rally.

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Dividend Investing

Should I buy CBA shares for their 'reliable' passive income?

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares have outpaced the ASX 200 in 2026 and paid a fully-franked dividend.

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Travel Shares

How Qantas shares soared ahead of the ASX 200 in May

| Bernd Struben

Qantas shares caught some major updrafts in May. But how?

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Real Estate Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is crashing 8% today on $250 million divestment news

| Bernd Struben

Investors appear less than pleased with the ASX 200 stock’s $250 million divestment.

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Share Fallers

Why are these 3 ASX 200 stocks crashing in this week's rebounding market?

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 stocks fell 9% to 23% this week. But why?

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Industrials Shares

Is this why DroneShield shares are rocketing another 11% today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into DroneShield shares on Friday. But why?

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Gold

Why ASX 200 gold stocks like Northern Star, Evolution Mining and Newmont shares look like bargain buys now

| Bernd Struben

I think now could be a great time to buy ASX gold stocks like Newmont, Northern Star, and Evolution Mining.

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Gold

Why is this ASX All Ords gold stock leaping 11% today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending this ASX gold stock soaring on Friday. But why?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX All Ords energy stock is jumping higher today on big acquisition news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX energy stock on Friday.

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Resources Shares

Why BHP shares are 'not quite ready' to go green

| Bernd Struben

BHP has set a goal to reach net zero emissions by 2050. Here’s why the mining giant may struggle to…

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX energy stock is surging 57% today on huge African news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending this junior ASX energy share soaring today. Let’s see why.

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ASX Share Market News

Why Temple & Webster, Web Travel and Guzman Y Gomez shares could have even further to fall

| Bernd Struben

Down 36% to 76% in a year, here’s why the pain might not be over for Web Travel, Temple &…

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Resources Shares

Buying Rio Tinto, BHP or Fortescue shares? Here's why CMRG matters

| Bernd Struben

China remains the dominant market for Rio Tinto, BHP, and Fortescue’s iron ore exports.

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Gold

Up 116% in a year, why is this ASX All Ords gold stock leaping higher in Thursday's sinking market?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up this ASX gold stock in Thursday’s slumping market. But why?

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Energy Shares

Buying Yancoal shares? Here's why the ASX 200 coal stock is outperforming today

| Bernd Struben

After record coal production in 2025, can Yancoal keep up the pace in 2026?

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Broker Notes

This ASX energy share has rocketed 297% in a year. Here's why it's forecast to more than double your money again

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker forecasts more outsized gains ahead from this surging ASX energy share.

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Broker Notes

With a 6% dividend yield, should I buy Metcash shares today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst provides his outlook for Metcash shares amid ongoing economic uncertainty.

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ASX Share Market News

Buying ASX shares? Here's what the experts are saying about Australia's latest inflation print

| Bernd Struben

ASX shares are up on the latest Aussie inflation data. But is the party premature?

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ASX Share Market News

ASX 200 jumps as April's inflation print eases RBA interest rate pressures

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are celebrating the latest inflation print. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are Eagers Automotive shares tumbling on Wednesday?

| Bernd Struben

Eagers Automotive shares are underperforming today. But why?

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Gold

ASX All Ords gold stock lifting off today on higher-grade gold intercepts

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding up the ASX gold stock in Wednesday’s sliding market.

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Broker Notes

Should I buy Amcor shares for their 'attractive' dividend yield?

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst delivers his forecast for Amcor’s high-yielding shares.

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Broker Notes

With first-half profits jumping to $1.6 billion, are Wesfarmers shares a buy today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst provides his forecast for Wesfarmers' rebounding shares.

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ASX Share Market News

Why Flight Centre, Goodman and Mineral Resources shares are creating a buzz on Tuesday

| Bernd Struben

Mineral Resources, Flight Centre, and Goodman Group shares are making waves on Tuesday. But why?

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Energy Shares

Buying Santos shares? Here's how the company aims to cut spending and lift production

| Bernd Struben

Santos shares are making headlines today amid the company’s annual Investor Briefing Day.

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Resources Shares

Why is this ASX All Ords silver share surging in Tuesday's sinking market?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX silver share in Tuesday’s slumping market. But why?

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Travel Shares

Down 32% this year, why are Flight Centre shares sinking again today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down Flight Centre shares today. But why?

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Bank Shares

4 reasons to buy CBA shares today

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst expects the recent rebound in CBA shares could be just the beginning.

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Broker Notes

Sell alert! Why this expert is calling time on Telstra and Woodside shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading analyst expects Telstra and Woodside shares may underperform in the months ahead.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue shares outperforming today amid latest executive shakeup

| Bernd Struben

Familiar faces will depart the Fortescue board as new members are welcomed.

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Energy Shares

Up 122% in a year, why is this ASX All Ords coal stock surging 19% on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending this ASX coal stock soaring again today. But why?

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Gold

This ASX 300 gold stock is leaping 9% today on major growth news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into this ASX gold stock on Monday. But why?

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX 300 energy stock just announced a major Beach Energy gas acquisition

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 300 energy stock is growing its offshore gas footprint.

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Resources Shares

Invested $10,000 in Rio Tinto, Fortescue or BHP shares 5 years ago? Guess which one has gained the most

| Bernd Struben

Buying Fortescue, Rio Tinto, and BHP shares? Here’s how their returns stack up over the last five years.

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Share Gainers

If I'd invested $10,000 in this ASX 200 gold stock 3 years ago I'd have $101,538 today!

| Bernd Struben

Investors have sent this ASX gold stock surging 915% in just three years. Let's see why.

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Share Fallers

3 ASX 200 shares crashing in this week's rebounding market

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these three ASX 200 stocks tumbling this week. But why?

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Share Gainers

4 ASX 200 stocks rocketing higher this week

| Bernd Struben

Investors sent these four ASX 200 shares flying higher this week. But why?

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ASX Share Market News

Why is everyone talking about Guzman Y Gomez, Tuas and Appen shares on Friday?

| Bernd Struben

Guzman Y Gomez, Tuas and Appen shares are grabbing headlines on Friday. But why?

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