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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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What will happen to BHP Billiton's "once in a lifetime" 16.5% dividend yield?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) dividend yield is out of this world.

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Another strong quarter for Transurban Group as shares lift higher

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) owns and operates toll roads in Australia and the US.

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5 ASX shares to profit from a falling Australian dollar

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Some experts believe the Australian dollar could fall as low as US50 cents.

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Here's how to survive the ASX Market Crash

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) fell to a fresh low today as shares plunge.

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Why the Santos Ltd share price is crashing today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) shares have fallen 29% since the beginning of 2016.

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Here's why the Wesfarmers Ltd share price is soaring today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) share price rose as much as 4% today, despite a heavy fall for the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO)…

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How Bunnings could benefit from the failure of Masters

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) has pulled the pin on its Masters Home Improvement venture.

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Why shares of BHP Billiton Limited could crash today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shareholders should prepare themselves for a volatile day.

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What does BHP's $10.3 billion write-down mean for its fully franked dividend?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Could yesterday's write-down hurt BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) 11% fully franked dividend yield?

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Market Wrap: No relief as ASX drops on China worries

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) couldn't save the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) from another decline.

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3 dividend shares to buy and 2 to avoid during a market crash

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is at a level not seen since July 2013, but dividend yields are 10% higher…

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S&P/ASX 200 falters as mining shares retreat

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has pared back some of its earlier gains.

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Here's why the BHP Billiton Limited share price surged 5.4% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares soared higher despite a US$7.2 billion impairment.

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BHP Billiton Limited announces US$7.2 billion writedown: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) Onshore US assets have taken a huge hit due to plunging oil prices.

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Here's why there could be more pain for iron ore investors

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Mount Gibson Iron Limited (ASX:MGX) and BC Iron Limited (ASX:BCI) could be at risk.

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Is now the time to buy BHP Billiton Limited and South32 Ltd shares?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) shares have both risen on an otherwise horror day for the ASX.

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Here's why Newcrest Mining Limited and Northern Star Resources Ltd shares are soaring today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX: NCM) share price has jumped 4.8%, while Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) shares have…

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5 ASX shares to profit from a falling Australian dollar

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Australian dollar is expected to continue falling, and that could be great for Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD) and ResMed…

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Blackmores Limited launches baby formula range: Can the shares climb higher in 2016?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) share price has fallen below $200.

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S&P/ASX 200 set to plunge: 10 shares to watch today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) could fall nearly 100 points again today.

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Here's why Spotless Group Holdings Ltd's share price soared today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Spotless Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: SPO) share price soared more than 15% on Wednesday.

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Market Wrap: Still no relief for BHP shares as ASX soars

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) closed higher for the first time in 2016, but BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares weren't…

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Is it time to start buying ASX shares again?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Some economists think the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) could be ready to stabilise following a horror start to 2016.

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5 reasons to avoid buying Commonwealth Bank of Australia shares

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) shares have fallen 6% in 2016.

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Will oil prices fall to US$10?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

That would spell bad news for Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) and Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL)…

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CRASH: Why the Godfreys Group Ltd share price was smashed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Godfreys Group Ltd (ASX:GFY) share price fell more than 30% today.

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Why these 7 ASX blue-chip shares are getting crushed

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares are falling further while National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) and Australia and New Zealand Banking…

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Market Wrap: ASX crash continues as oil shares collapse

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) fell again today, led by BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares.

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3 shares to help you survive the 2016 market crash

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Times are tough, but these three ASX shares can help.

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Santos Ltd shares fall to lowest price in two decades

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price has plunged to just $3 as oil prices continue to fall.

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BHP Billiton's gross fully franked dividend yield is now 15.6%

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) shares are currently trading on a 15.6% dividend yield.

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ASX snaps 7-day losing streak as shares lift

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has climbed 0.9% today, snapping its horror start to 2016.

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Market Crash: Keep Calm, and Invest On

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has shed more than $100 billion this year, taking BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and…

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Why these 4 ASX shares are getting smashed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and iSelect Ltd (ASX:ISU) are among today's market fallers.

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CRASH: iSelect Ltd's share price plunges 31%

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The iSelect Ltd (ASX:ISU) share price has collapsed today, losing nearly 32%.

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Why the Commonwealth Bank of Australia share price is crumbling today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia's (ASX:CBA) shares have fallen nearly 9% over the last week.

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MARKET CRASH: What investors need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has plummeted more than 100 points today in what has been one of the worst…

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BHP Billiton Limited shares plunge 4%: what you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) share price has fallen more than 12% in 2016.

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Investors face another disappointing week on the ASX…

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) looks set for another bumpy ride this week.

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Market Wrap: ASX recovers as China wobbles

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) closed lower for the sixth straight session, but BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares rebounded.

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