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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

Why is tonight's US jobs report so significant for global markets?

| Laura Stewart

With Liberation Day in the rearview mirror, global equity markets will be looking towards tonight's US jobs data.

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International Stock News

Which Magnificent 7 stock is most impacted by Trump's tariffs?

| Laura Stewart

This big tech company is likely to be hit the hardest.

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Retail Shares

Lovisa shares fall 6%, is this due to Trump's tariffs?

| Laura Stewart

Lovisa is having a forgettable day on the market.

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ETFs

The rise of active ETFs: What are they?

| Laura Stewart

Is it time to consider active ETFs?

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How to invest

Embracing market volatility: Why it's so important to maintain a watchlist

| Laura Stewart

Do the work in advance. Your future self will thank you for it.

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Healthcare Shares

Pro Medicus to buyback 10.4 million shares. What does this mean?

| Laura Stewart

Is this a sign to buy?

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Index investing

Australian equities ASX ETFs set for record quarter

| Laura Stewart

International turmoil has caused a surge in popularity for domestic equities ASX ETFs this quarter.

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ETFs

Dip your toes into cryptocurrency with these 2 ASX ETFs

| Laura Stewart

Interested in cryptocurrency?

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Share Market News

Falling interest rates: The winners and losers

| Laura Stewart

How well is your portfolio positioned for rate cuts?

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Healthcare Shares

One likely reason the market has soured on Pro Medicus

| Laura Stewart

Is there opportunity for brave investors?

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Warren Buffett
How to invest

How many stocks should you own? Let's see what Warren Buffett had to say 

| Laura Stewart

Buffett weighs in on the debate between concentration and diversification.

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Travel Shares

A changing of the guard at Corporate Travel Management

| Laura Stewart

Corporate Travel Management will have a new CEO in June.

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Healthcare Shares

Hedge the rise in your health insurance premium with these 2 ASX stocks

| Laura Stewart

Sick of price rises? Get on the other side of the transaction.

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Defensive Shares

Beyond healthcare, consumer staples and utilities: 2 ASX defensive stocks to consider

| Laura Stewart

Looking for downside protection in this market?

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Share Market News

Up 300% since 2022, do Codan shares have further to run?

| Laura Stewart

Where will Codan go from here?

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Warren Buffett
ETFs

Why Warren Buffett is a big fan of ETFs

| Laura Stewart

Investing doesn't have to be complex to generate great returns. 

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Retail Shares

2 quality ASX retailers with attractive dividend yields

| Laura Stewart

These two stand out from the pack.

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International Stock News

Still bullish on Nvidia but want to hedge your bets?

| Laura Stewart

Nvidia’s GTC Conference has given investors a lot to think about.

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ETFs

3 low cost ETFs to kick start your investment journey

| Laura Stewart

It's never been easier become an ASX investor.

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ETFs

Bullish about semiconductors? Check out this ASX ETF

| Laura Stewart

Semiconductors are here to stay.

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Share Market News

Up nearly 1,000% in 5 years, can this ASX company go higher?

| Laura Stewart

Even after its recent run, this ASX company is showing no signs of slowing down. 

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