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Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Ryan Newman (CFA) is the Director of Research of The Motley Fool Australia, and Portfolio Manager for the Pro and North Star services. Ryan’s interest in investing and stocks began at a young. His journey with The Motley Fool started first as a member but when the company first came to Australia he joined the team as one of our writers. Recognising his investing talent and passion, it wasn’t long before he was approached to join the investing team as a research analyst on Pro. Ryan is passionate about learning and continual development. He earned his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation in 2022, and has completed his Bachelor of Accounting and his Graduate Certificate of Corporate Finance. Ryan loves spending time with his young family as well as non-fiction reading, catching the latest movies and following his sports team, the St Kilda Saints (AFL).

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Australians killing the brick-and-mortar retail industry

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Survey reveals a concerning trend amongst Australian consumers.

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BHP, Rio, approve "milestone" Chilean project

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Mining heavyweights give their approval for a “significant milestone” project.

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BHP to benefit from rate cut

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The cash rate is expected to be cut in August, and this miner is set to benefit.

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Westpac popular amongst businesses

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Recent research reveals the level of satisfaction amongst businesses from this bank.

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Survey shows consumers prefer to save

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Bad news for retailers could be great news for investors.

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Westpac up on outperform rating

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Outperform rating and reduced political uncertainty drive banks higher.

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Why aren't more consumers switching banks?

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A government scheme to simplify the process of switching banks has failed.

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Caterpillar feels the pain of mining industry

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The company’s second-quarter report highlights the difficulties of the industry.

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Westpac benefiting from higher rate

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The bank is benefiting from its higher home loan interest rate, but how long can it be sustained??

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Westfield's focus on shareholder returns

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It is refreshing to find a company focused on increasing shareholder value.

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Westpac's expansion into Victoria paying off

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Investment in the Bank of Melbourne appears to be paying off, but at what cost?

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Aussie stock market lags its peers

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Why is the Aussie economy lagging while overseas markets are booming?

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3 small caps worth watching

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Blue chips have dominated the market over the last year, with small caps being largely ignored.

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Call for Westfield, other retailers, to make lease details public

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The proposed register could restrict future growth and lease revenue for landlords.

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Japanese election result positive for Westpac and other defensives

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Positive signs from Japan and US are enough to give the ASX back its spark.

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Higher vacancy rates create a buying opportunity for Westfield

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Consumer confidence has affected vacancies, creating an opportunity for investors.

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BHP, Rio reports are bad news for iron ore

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Strong production reports bolster analyst’s expectations of the direction of iron ore.

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3 attractive high-yielding stocks

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How do high yields and great growth potential sound?

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BHP's report strong, but blemished

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A strong report doesn’t offset all of the risks facing the company.

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Westpac up after positive Fed comments

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Comments made by Ben Bernanke have led to gains in the defensives.

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WTC store to become Westfield's greatest asset?

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One expert has predicted great things for this redevelopment project.

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US retail sales stall

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Results are in for US retail sales, so where are the long-term opportunities for investors?

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What the economy needs

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One analyst shares his views on what the economy needs.

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Westpac, other financials lead

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The banks lead the market yesterday, but which blue chip could see gains in the near future?

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Miners fall despite iron ore price hike

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Despite the commodity’s climb, share prices have fallen. But there’s a positive for investors.

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More impairments likely for resources sector

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A recent report highlights a number of companies facing likely impairment charges.

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Falling consumer sentiment good for investors

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As consumer confidence plummets, how far could the damage spread?

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Losing faith in resources

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A number of fund managers are turning their heads on resource companies, but one seems more optimistic.

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Westpac's new strategist

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The bank is looking at ways of further growth.

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Where will iron ore go from here?

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Analysts give their opinion on the commodity's future.

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BHP is Australia's highest revenue earner

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The top 500 revenue earners have been revealed, with oil companies dominating the list.

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Australia's number one place to work

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BRW has revealed its take on the best places to work in Australia.

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Arrium to add gold and copper to its business

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With the arrival of a new CEO, the direction of this business looks to be changing for the better.

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Jumbo strikes another jackpot

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All bets are paying off for this online lottery business.

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Chinese demand falls as mining exports increase

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An unexpected fall in Chinese activity coincides with higher Aussie exports.

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Miners dig themselves from the trench

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Mining companies are on the increase, defying the recent trend.

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Iron ore rally unsustainable

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The commodity has been in luck recently -- but for how long?

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Are the banks a buy?

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The market shows signs of recovering, so are the banks worth your money?

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Poor jobs data could guide RBA toward rate cut

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Which industry would benefit significantly from a further rate cut?

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Westpac: Retail banking still competitive

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The bank’s CEO hits back at claims of lack of competition in the market.

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