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Tristan Harrison

Tristan Harrison is one of the longest-serving writers at The Motley Fool Australia. Tristan has been contributing ASX news and stock analysis articles since 2016. His aim is to help Australians learn about great ASX shares, with a focus on ASX dividend shares and undervalued ASX growth shares. He holds an advanced diploma from the Association of Accounting Technicians and is enrolled in the Chartered Institute Management Accountant (CIMA) qualification program.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX blue-chip shares offering big dividend yields

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These businesses have a lot to offer income-focused investors.

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Dividend Investing

2 Australian stocks with ultra safe dividend yields

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These businesses have paid consistently-growing dividends for decades.

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ETFs

What is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) dividend yield?

| Tristan Harrison

This fund is known for paying sizeable income. But how big?

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Dividend Investing

Aiming for rock-solid retirement income? I'd buy these two ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks offer compelling levels of income for retirees.

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Bank Shares

Here's what needs to happen for the CBA share price to try and reach $200

| Tristan Harrison

What could drive the CBA share price higher?

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Dividend Investing

Here are 2 ASX income stocks with yields above 7%

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are providing investors with significant income.

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ETFs

The pros and cons of buying iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) units this month

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a good time to invest in this leading ETF?

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Dividend Investing

How I'd invest $50,000 in ASX dividend shares for retirement, if I had to start from scratch

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how I’d start building retirement income from square one.

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ETFs

3 reasons why the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) is one of the best ASX ETFs

| Tristan Harrison

I like a lot about this fund.

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Dividend Investing

How big will the BHP dividend be in 2026?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the potential dividends from this mining giant.

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Dividend Investing

What I love about these 2 ASX dividend shares

| Tristan Harrison

There’s a lot to like!

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ETFs

3 things about the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) every smart investor knows

| Tristan Harrison

There’s a lot to know about the VAS ETF.

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REITs

3 reasons why the Goodman share price could be a buy

| Tristan Harrison

Goodman is one of the leaders on the ASX.

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Technology Shares

2 amazing ASX tech shares I wish I'd bought last year

| Tristan Harrison

These tech companies are among the world’s best companies.

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Growth Shares

I think these 2 exciting ASX growth shares are buys today

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could deliver big returns.

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ETFs

How long would it take to build a $1 million ASX share portfolio investing $500 per month?

| Tristan Harrison

Reaching $1 million is possible with patience.

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Dividend Investing

I think these 2 high-yield ASX dividend shares are buys in July

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses are very attractive for income investors.

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Resources Shares

3 reasons why the BHP share price could be a buy

| Tristan Harrison

Here are my optimistic thoughts on BHP.

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Opinions

If I could only own one ASX 200 share for the rest of my life, it'd be this one

| Tristan Harrison

This is one stock I expect to own forever.

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Dividend Investing

Is this the best ASX dividend stock Aussies can buy?

| Tristan Harrison

This business has a lot to offer income investors.

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Cheap Shares

I'm listening to Warren Buffett and buying cheap ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

Attractively valued ASX shares are a great call right now, in my view.

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Small Cap Shares

Why I think this ASX small-cap stock is a bargain at $4.74

| Tristan Harrison

This business has excellent long-term growth potential.

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Financial Shares

The pros and cons of buying IAG shares this month

| Tristan Harrison

Is this the right time to invest in the insurance giant?

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Communication Shares

3 reasons why the Telstra share price could be a top buy

| Tristan Harrison

I’m still calling this leading ASX share a buy.

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Bank Shares

The Westpac share price is a buy – UBS

| Tristan Harrison

The broker is optimistic on Westpac shares.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 46% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

I believe this ASX dividend stock is significantly undervalued.

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Share Market News

This ASX dividend share is projected to pay a 11% yield by 2029

| Tristan Harrison

This business could be a nest egg for dividends.

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Dividend Investing

Where I'd invest $5,000 into ASX dividend shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks are strong contenders for passive income.

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Opinions

Why I'm excited to see the results of these ASX 200 shares

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could reveal very interesting insights.

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Dividend Investing

Why I think these 2 ASX dividend shares are ideal for income investors

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses offer a lot for income seekers.

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Dividend Investing

Is the Suncorp share price a buy for passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Investors could gain a lot of income from this stock.

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Growth Shares

Buy these 2 impressive ASX 200 shares in July: experts

| Tristan Harrison

Experts are bullish about these two businesses.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's the Coles dividend forecast from top analysts through to 2029

| Tristan Harrison

Can this defensive business provide pleasing payouts? Let’s take a look…

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Cheap Shares

I think these 2 cheap ASX shares are buys for value investors

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses could be too cheap to ignore.

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Cheap Shares

Why I think these 2 ASX 300 shares are steals

| Tristan Harrison

These ASX shares have a lot of potential, in my view.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 ASX blue-chip shares offering big dividend yields

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could provide strong passive income.

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Opinions

Why I just bought this 5.2%-yielding ASX dividend stock and plan to buy even more

| Tristan Harrison

This business is one of my favourites for dividends and total returns.

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ETFs

2 ASX ETFs I'd buy for growth and to protect against stock market sell-offs

| Tristan Harrison

I think these ASX ETFs could provide the best of both worlds.

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ETFs

Overinvested in the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV)? Here are two alternative ASX ETFs to buy

| Tristan Harrison

Here are some compelling options to diversify a portfolio focused on US shares.

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Opinions

Why I'm still investing in ASX shares during tariff uncertainty

| Tristan Harrison

There are a few reasons why I plan to continue investing even during uncertainty.

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