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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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Gold

Gold price nears record highs. Could it be time to pay attention to these ASX 200 gold shares?

| Bernd Struben

With the gold price approaching new all-time highs, there may be more outperformance to come from ASX 200 gold shares.

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Dividend Investing

Passive income in Australia: How I'd invest in ASX 200 shares to easily earn $20 per day

| Bernd Struben

We aim to invest in ASX 200 shares that are growing their revenues and profits, and hence will maintain or…

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Bank Shares

Are CBA shares bargain buys at under $100?

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares enjoyed a terrific start to 2023 but came under pressure amid bank failures in the US and Europe…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

No signs of OZ Minerals slowing down as BHP takeover looms

| Bernd Struben

OZ Minerals is ploughing ahead with its flagship project even as it’s being pursued for a takeover by global mining…

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Materials Shares

If I'd invested $500 in Lake Resources shares at launch, here's how much I'd have now!

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 lithium stock was trading at all-time highs last April.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how I'd aim for $50 a week in passive income from ASX 200 shares

| Bernd Struben

As inflation comes down, the real yields offered by leading ASX 200 dividend shares are likely to improve.

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Bank Shares

Investor or depositor? Warren Buffett sounds off on banking crisis

| Bernd Struben

Warren Buffett stressed that depositors shouldn’t be worried about losing their savings. Investors in failing banks, on the other hand,…

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Gold

Could these 2 ASX 200 gold shares be index-beaters in the making?

| Bernd Struben

The S&P/ASX All Ordinaries Gold Index (ASX: XGD), which also contains some smaller gold shares outside of the ASX 200,…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 dips as Aussie unemployment remains near historic lows

| Bernd Struben

Consensus estimates had expected the unemployment rate in Australia to tick up from the historic low level of 3.5% posted…

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 energy shares Santos and Woodside outperforming as oil hits new 2023 highs

| Bernd Struben

The Santos and Woodside share prices both look to be benefiting from rising crude oil prices.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 dips amid slowing US inflation and Fed rate hike bets

| Bernd Struben

The ASX 200 is following the lead of US markets, which all closed lower overnight.

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Healthcare Shares

If I'd invested $1,000 in CSL shares 24 years ago, here's how much I'd have now!

| Bernd Struben

While some companies have lost value or even collapsed since listing, you might be surprised how many ASX 200 shares…

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Travel Shares

Is the Qantas share price vulnerable to these 'serious risks on the horizon'?

| Bernd Struben

Amid resurgent domestic and international travel demand, the Qantas share price has marched steadily higher over the past nine months.

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Share Market News

Investing in ASX 200 shares? Here's the key figure to watch for in tonight's US inflation report

| Bernd Struben

Just as in Australia and much of the rest of the world, inflation in the world’s biggest economy has been…

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Technology Shares

ASX 200 tech share NextDC just rocketed 9%. Here's why

| Bernd Struben

NextDC is setting the bar high today as investors digest the company’s latest update.

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Dividend Investing

3 handy tips to squeeze the most passive income from ASX 200 shares

| Bernd Struben

With bank deposit rates failing to keep up with inflation, more investors are turning to ASX 200 shares to secure…

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How to invest

3 things I wish I knew before I started investing in ASX 200 shares

| Bernd Struben

It wasn’t too long ago that anyone wanting to buy ASX 200 shares needed to do so via a phone…

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Healthcare Shares

Why did the CSL share price lag the ASX 200 in the first quarter of 2023?

| Bernd Struben

Shares in the ASX 200 biotechnology company edged into the green for the quarter but underperformed the benchmark index.

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Gold

Gold bug bites central banks: Is it time to buy Northern Star shares?

| Bernd Struben

With 2022’s insatiable central bank appetite for bullion looking to continue in 2023, Northern Star shares could be well-positioned for…

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Healthcare Shares

Why this ASX 200 'stable stock' is poised to outperform: Goldman Sachs

| Bernd Struben

According to analysts at Goldman Sachs, stocks with stable earnings growth and share prices have historically tended to outperform when…

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Technology Shares

Here's why the Novonix share price crashed 19% in March

| Bernd Struben

The month gone by didn’t start out well for the Novonix share price, though it closed out March with a…

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Financial Shares

Why the IAG share price outperformed the ASX 200 in March

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors continue to be faced with persistently high inflation.

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Materials Shares

The Lake Resources share price plunged 29% in March. Here's what happened with the ASX 200 lithium share

| Bernd Struben

The vast majority of ASX lithium shares ended March well into the red, though Lake Resources fell harder than most.

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Resources Shares

What's going on with BHP shares and lithium?

| Bernd Struben

To date, BHP shares haven’t been materially impacted by either the fast-rising or, subsequently, fast-falling price of lithium.

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Dividend Investing

Investing in ASX 200 dividend shares? Here's how I'd aim for $200 per month in passive income

| Bernd Struben

My ideal passive income portfolio would hold 10 or so ASX 200 dividend shares to provide adequate diversification.

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Share Market News

The RBA has paused. What can ASX 200 investors expect for the rest of 2023?

| Bernd Struben

After raising Australia’s official interest rates at 10 consecutive previous meetings, the RBA opted to pause its tightening cycle yesterday.

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Financial Shares

Magellan share price dives 8% on $4 billion outflows

| Bernd Struben

When Magellan released its half-year results, it reported a 52% year on year decrease in average funds under management.

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Gold

ASX 200 gold shares are rallying. Is the yellow metal set for new all-time highs?

| Bernd Struben

The S&P/ASX All Ordinaries Gold Index (ASX: XGD) – which also contains some smaller miners outside of ASX 200 gold…

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Dividend Investing

The ASX 200 is down 5% since February. Time to pounce for passive income?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 dividend shares can set investors up with some handy passive income streams.

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Materials Shares

Could this further cloud the outlook for ASX 200 lithium shares?

| Bernd Struben

The rapid growth in EV batteries saw lithium prices hit all-time highs in 2022. 2023 is shaping up a bit…

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Bank Shares

3 Warren Buffett tips on how to invest in ASX 200 banks

| Bernd Struben

Legendary investor Warren Buffett has some handy tips for allaying investor fears surrounding the banking sector.

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Share Market News

Investing in ASX 200 shares? Here's what to expect from the RBA tomorrow

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 share investors will be keeping one eye on the RBA tomorrow afternoon when the central bank announces its…

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX 200 energy shares off to such a great start on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

The big energy stocks are helping send the S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ) higher in early trade.

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Travel Shares

Are short sellers wrong about Flight Centre shares?

| Bernd Struben

Judging by the high levels of short interest, a fair number of ASX 200 investors believe Flight Centre’s big 2023…

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Bank Shares

Own CBA shares? Here's the ASX 200 bank's latest small business outlook

| Bernd Struben

CBA’s latest small business survey showed owners are already taking steps in anticipation of declining consumer demand.

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Energy Shares

Santos share price holds tight amid new project heat

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are mulling over the potential impacts of the Labor government’s new carbon emissions reduction plans on Santos'…

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Resources Shares

Fortescue share price lifts on production update

| Bernd Struben

Once fully operational, Fortescue's joint venture Iron Bridge project will produce 22 million tonnes of high-grade 67% iron magnetite concentrate…

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Share Gainers

8 ASX 300 lithium stocks surging over 10% today

| Bernd Struben

It’s a fine day to be holding onto any one of these ASX 300 lithium stocks.

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Energy Shares

Why has the Woodside share price had such a volatile start to the week?

| Bernd Struben

The Woodside share price has had a sharp turnaround from Monday.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Own CBA shares? This could be the banking major's next acquisition

| Bernd Struben

CBA shares are in focus amid news of a potential acquisition on the horizon.

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