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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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Up 604% in 3 days: Is Prima BioMed Limited worth a punt?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Prima BioMed Limited (ASX:PRR) has delivered enormous gains, but can they be sustained?

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As the S&P/ASX 200 recovers: Is now the time to buy stocks?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has risen strongly today, led by Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), Medibank Private Ltd (ASX:MPL)…

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Cochlear Limited surges 13%: Is it too late to buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) have skyrocketed this week, which can likely be attributed to these three factors.

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6 big dividend stocks to avoid and 3 to buy right now

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC), Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) have all fallen considerably in price. Are any…

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Somnomed Limited downgrades guidance: Is now the time to buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Somnomed Limited (ASX:SOM) is competing with ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) for growth in the sleep-disorder market.

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S&P/ASX 200 slips below 5,600: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has extended its decline, led by Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and BHP Billiton Limited…

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Here's why Fortescue Metals Group Limited was slammed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) has slipped nearly 7%, while BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) is down another 3.2%.

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Prima Biomed Limited skyrockets 141%: Should you join this biotech party?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The market is getting excited over Prima Biomed Limited's (ASX:PRR) latest drug trials.

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Cardno Limited slumps 27.9%: Is it a sell?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Investors have watched Cardno Limited (ASX:CDD) plummet 65% since early September 2014.

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Nearmap Ltd soars on market update: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

With the stock up 9%, is it too late to buy Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA)?

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Is Woolworths Limited facing a $1bn food bill?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) is desperate to catch up with Coles, owned by Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES).

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Here's why Prima Biomed Limited skyrocketed 59% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Prima Biomed Limited (ASX:PRR) isn't the only biotech exploding recently, with Pharmaxis Ltd. (ASX:PXS) and Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) on…

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JB Hi-Fi Limited soars 13%: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) is a big beneficiary from the latest Federal Budget. Find out more…

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2 reasons why BHP Billiton Limited has crumbled 8.7% this week

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares are crumbling, while its spinoff South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) is firing on all cylinders.

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RBA minutes show further scope for interest rate cuts: Here's what you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) jumped following the announcement, led by Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS)…

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iProperty Group Ltd soars 8% on trading update: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

iProperty Group Ltd (ASX:IPP) is expecting to become earnings and cash flow positive this year. Is it a good buy?

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South32 Ltd soars higher: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) has surged more than 12% while its parent entity, BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), has fallen 1.5%.

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Orica Ltd appoints new CEO: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Currently trading at $21.12, should you buy Orica Ltd (ASX:ORI) today?

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Is it time to buy Vocation Ltd?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Vocation Ltd (ASX:VET) has been a disastrous investment this year, but has it become a turnaround play?

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Here's why Pharmaxis Ltd. skyrocketed 60% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Pharmaxis Ltd. (ASX:PXS) shares gained more than 60% today, compared to a 1.1% decline for the ALL ORDINARIES (Index:^AXAO) (ASX:XAO).

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Here's why the S&P/ASX 200 has been smashed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has fallen more than 1.2%, led by Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) and…

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Here's why Macquarie Group Ltd has fallen 3.2% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG) has fallen heavier than each of its four larger rivals. Here's why…

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Here's why these 4 ASX blue-chip stocks were hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) are acting as a heavy drag on the overall share…

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South32 Ltd debuts at $2.13: Here's what every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) has made its long-awaited debut on the ASX, while BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has plunged almost 7%.

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Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd: An in-depth analysis

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Investors remain cautious over Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL)'s future. Is the stock a bargain, or are investors right to stay…

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Here's why BHP Billiton Limited has been slammed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares have fallen by nearly 6% early in today's session.

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Is Sirtex Medical Limited a takeover target?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) could be back on the radar of German-based multinational Bayer. Click to find out more….

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3 dividend stocks to beat the low interest rate environment

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

With the RBA poised to cut interest rates further, and the Big Banks and Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) trading at…

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Read this before you buy a single Commonwealth Bank of Australia share

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) made a slight recovery this week. Is it the beginning of a great recovery?

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Don't miss out! Your last chance to buy BHP Billiton Limited and get your South32 shares

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares will begin life without South32 on Monday. Don't miss your chance to buy!

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4 ASX stocks that are smashing the S&P/ASX 200 today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS), ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) and Amcom Telecommunications Limited (ASX:AMM) are three companies that are making the headlines…

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Here's why Metcash Limited has soared 12% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS) has struggled against Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and Coles recently, but the market certainly likes its latest announcement.

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3 great ASX stocks to buy at cheap prices

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has fallen nearly 5%, and companies like Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD) and QBE Insurance Group…

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Here's how the Vocus Communications Limited & Amcom Telecommunications Limited merger could get over the line

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Vocus Communications Limited (ASX:VOC) may have greatly improved the odds of its merger proposal with Amcom Telecommunications Limited (ASX:AMM).

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Here's why these 4 ASX stocks are getting hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD), Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX:MYR) are amongst the market's worst performing…

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Vision Eye Institute Ltd's management shake-up: Here's what you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Is Vision Eye Institute Ltd (ASX:VEI) a stock worth keeping your eye on?

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S&P/ASX 200 falls as rally runs out of steam: Should you be worried?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is back in the red zone, led by companies such as ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD),…

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Here's why Sirtex Medical Limited has skyrocketed 35% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) has surged by more than 35%, while ResMed Inc. (CHESS) (ASX:RMD) is down more than 18%.…

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Westfield Corp Ltd reports: Should you buy the stock?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD) has reported a strong start to the year, with sales lifting by 5.7%.

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Is it time to buy shares of G8 Education Ltd?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM) remains well below its 52-week high levels, despite its recent resurgence.

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