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Laura Stewart

Laura Stewart joined The Motley Fool in 2022, and recently completed a Master of Applied Finance at the University of Adelaide. In her past life, she was a legal advisor in Southeast Asia, before deciding to switch to the finance industry. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her 50 pet sheep in the Adelaide Hills.

Recent Articles

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Share Market News

2 ASX All Ords stocks on Wilson Asset Management's radar this week

| Laura Stewart

Here's two companies that might be of interest.

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International Stock News

Which Magnificent 7 company was threatened with fresh tariffs over the weekend?

| Laura Stewart

The news was not well received by investors.

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How to invest

Why it's a stock picker's market and how to maximise your returns

| Laura Stewart

It pays to be selective in 2025.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 technology stock has outperformed Nvidia over the past 5 years?

| Laura Stewart

This company has been nothing short of impressive.

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ETFs

Guess which ASX ETF is up 72% over the past 12 months?

| Laura Stewart

This ASX ETF has been a home run lately.

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Retail Shares

Can Lovisa's new high profile CEO take Lovisa shares to new heights?

| Laura Stewart

Is Lovisa about to embark on a new era of growth?

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Healthcare Shares

Up nearly 30% in a year, should I buy Fisher & Paykel shares before its earnings result?

| Laura Stewart

Will the ASX 200 healthcare stock continue to outperform?

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How to invest

A new age: What safe-haven investments look like in 2025

| Laura Stewart

Looking beyond the traditional definition.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 80% upside for this ASX All Ords healthcare stock

| Laura Stewart

This out of favour stock could be primed for a rebound.

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Economy

Contrarian view: Why interest rate hikes could be back in play

| Laura Stewart

The RBA just cut rates. But, where to from here?

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Real Estate Shares

It's one of the best businesses on the ASX, but are REA Group shares a buy today?

| Laura Stewart

REA Group is up nearly 160% over the past 5 years.

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Share Market News

2 ASX small caps with serious market-beating potential

| Laura Stewart

Here's two compelling ideas to add to your watchlist.

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Economy

Moody's strips the US of its triple A credit rating. Should I sell VTS ETF?

| Laura Stewart

Moody's is the final credit rating agency to do so.

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Value Investing

3 compelling ASX value stocks to consider this week

| Laura Stewart

ASX value investors may wish to take a closer look.

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Economy

A tale of two economies: The stock market vs the macroeconomic data

| Laura Stewart

Where will we be 12 months from now?

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ETFs

Global EV sales were up 17% in 2024. Time to consider an EV focused ETF?

| Laura Stewart

Does higher EV sales equate to a good investment opportunity?

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Share Market News

How are the ASX's most tariff affected stocks faring since the Liberation Day dip?

| Laura Stewart

Let's take a trip down memory lane.

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How to invest

How to build an ASX ETF portfolio to match your risk profile

| Laura Stewart

Time for a portfolio review?

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Dividend Investing

Turbocharge passive income: Macquarie lists 6 ASX stocks with grossed-up dividend yields above 10%

| Laura Stewart

Those after higher passive income might want to check out this list.

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Economy

Why did Goldman Sachs just upgrade its S&P 500 target?

| Laura Stewart

Is the S&P 500 about to enter a bull market?

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Technology Shares

Life360 shares are up more than 1,300% in 5 years. How does it compare to other apps?

| Laura Stewart

Can Life360 compete with the likes of Facebook and Instagram?

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How to invest

Why does Warren Buffett prefer shares over property?

| Laura Stewart

Equities made Buffett the world's most successful investor.

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ETFs

Up 40% in 2025, why this ASX ETF may just be getting started

| Laura Stewart

This ASX ETF has consistently beaten the market.

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Share Market News

Domain shareholders rejoice after CoStar snaps it up for a large premium

| Laura Stewart

It's a good week to be a Domain shareholder.

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How to invest

2 famous investors with even better track records than Warren Buffett

| Laura Stewart

These two fellow Americans achieved mind blowing returns.

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Share Market News

Eyeing retirement: Do you really need $1 million?

| Laura Stewart

AustralianSuper recently weighed in.

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Share Gainers

The top 3 ASX 200 trades since the Liberation Day dip

| Laura Stewart

These companies are up at least 35% in just over a month.

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52-Week Highs

Which ASX All Ords stock recently became a 10-bagger in 5 years?

| Laura Stewart

Landing a 10-bagger is every investor's dream.

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Dividend Investing

Accelerate passive income: 2 LICs with dividend yields above 7%

| Laura Stewart

With several rate cuts on the horizon, term deposits are starting to look less attractive.

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Retail Shares

Buying the dip: $5,000 invested in Lovisa shares a month ago is now worth…

| Laura Stewart

It's been an outstanding first month for new Lovisa shareholders.

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Real Estate Shares

Are Scentre Group shares a buy after today's operating update?

| Laura Stewart

The ASX 200 company has made progress on several key metrics.

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Retail Shares

Interest rate cut beneficiaries: Should I buy Adairs or Temple & Webster shares?

| Laura Stewart

These two ASX stocks should benefit from rate cuts.

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Economy

How likely is NAB's 50 basis point rate cut forecast?

| Laura Stewart

The RBA will next meet on 19-20 May.

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ETFs

Why VanEck Australian Equal Weight ETF could be a top performing ASX ETF in 2025

| Laura Stewart

This ETF could be primed for a particularly successful 2025.

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ETFs

2 under the radar ASX ETFs that are up more than 100% over 5 years

| Laura Stewart

It might be worth adding these two ETFs to your radar.

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ETFs

Buying the dip: $10,000 invested in VTS ETF and NDQ ETF at the recent trough is now worth?

| Laura Stewart

Let's do the calculations.

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Share Market News

Guess which stock just became the world's most valuable company?

| Laura Stewart

There's a new sheriff (back) in town.

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Share Market News

US jobs report ignites market rally. What could move the needle this week?

| Laura Stewart

All eyes on the Federal Reserve.

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International Stock News

How did the Magnificent 7 fare this reporting season?

| Laura Stewart

Let's explore the highlights.

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Economy

The latest retail sales data is out: What did it reveal about the Australian economy?

| Laura Stewart

Retail sales data is a closely watched metric by investors and economists.

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