Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy), Author at The Motley Fool Australia

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What investors need to know from Westfield Group's results

February 26, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The company delivered its full-year results today, announcing a 6.7% fall in net profit.

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Should investors buy iron ore stocks?

February 26, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The commodity plunged to a fresh seven-month low overnight.

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What would you do with $70bn in cash?

February 25, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

That’s how much Australia’s largest companies are currently holding.

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Why have Westfield Retail Trust shares outperformed Westfield Group?

February 24, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

With the proposal heavily weighted towards the Group, one would have expected the share performance to be the opposite.

Westpac Banking Corp competing aggressively

February 24, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The bank has lowered its fixed rates twice in a month.

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3 reasons to buy BHP Billiton Limited

February 24, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

These 3 factors make BHP a better investment than its competitors.

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ASX 200 nudging 6-year high

February 22, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Strong earnings results from some of Australia’s largest companies have seen many investors return to the market.

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Super Retail Group Ltd shares soar despite lacklustre result

February 21, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

While the company has historically delivered double-digit growth rates, profit rose just 1.7%.

National Australia Bank Ltd announces 11% increase in profits

February 21, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Lower bad debts and improvements in the UK division helped boost profitability.

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Is this the end of the dividend bubble?

February 21, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Investors are starting to look towards sustainability and corporate growth rather than one-off dividends.

Fortescue Metals Group Limited triples first-half profit, announces 10c dividend

February 20, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Like others in the sector, the miner delivered a solid set of results.

Big banks are offering discounts on their loans

February 19, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The battle for greater customer share amongst the banks continues to intensify.

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The best results this reporting season

February 19, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Some of Australia’s biggest names are delivering the goods for investors this reporting season.

What to take from BHP Billiton Limited's results

February 19, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Yesterday’s result is proof that there is still life left in the mining sector.

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Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd disappoints as profits plunge 82.5%

February 18, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

A heavy writedown to its struggling SPC Ardmona business heavily impacted earnings.

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3 high-yielding growth plays

February 18, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Why settle for a solid dividend yield when you can have growth too?

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BHP Billiton Limited's profit soars 31% – here's everything you need to know

February 18, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

An increased profit and dividend saw shares jump 2%.

BHP Billiton Limited set to increase dividend by 9%

February 18, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The mining giant will report for its first half on Tuesday.

It's too late to buy bank stocks for dividends

February 17, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

One fund manager thinks that the payout ratios may have peaked for the cycle.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited reports – everything you need to know

February 17, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Net profit fell but cash profit gained nearly 10% for the half year.

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ASX smashes back into the black for 2014

February 15, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The index scored its greatest week in over 2 years and has now gained 0.1% for 2014.

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3 reasons to buy Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd

February 14, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares are down 23% since March 2013, but things are starting to look more positive.

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Waiting game continues for Westfield Group investors

February 14, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

ASIC is said to want more time to review the proposal.

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ResMed Inc, Cochlear Limited, Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd: 3 bargain blue chips

February 13, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The banks or supermarket giants aren’t the market’s only blue-chip offerings.

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Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd extends yesterday's gain

February 13, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares have climbed a further 3.4% after yesterday’s 12.4% jump

Huge bank profits could attract $1.4bn tax

February 13, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The enormous profits recognised will certainly raise flags in Canberra regarding competition levels.

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Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd impresses investors, shares up 5.7%

February 12, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

NPAT grew by 38.8% and total sales rose 39.9%.

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BHP Billiton Limited: The best defence against a falling iron ore price

February 12, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Want exposure to the mining industry while reducing the risks involved?

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3 buying opportunities as the market recovers

February 12, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The market has gained over 200 points or 4% over the last week.

Iron ore plunges to 7-month low

February 11, 2014 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Is this an opportunity to buy mining stocks?

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