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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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ETFs

5 reasons why the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) is a great investment for most Australians

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There are a number of positives to like about this fund…

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Dividend Investing

The best passive income streams to help fund your future

| Tristan Harrison

There are a variety of ways to unlock passive income on the ASX.

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Growth Shares

Australian job ad volumes declined last month. Are Seek shares a sell?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors seek returns elsewhere?

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ETFs

4 reasons why this ASX ETF is one of the best buys today

| Tristan Harrison

I think this is one of the most exciting buys for Aussies.

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Dividend Investing

2 compelling ASX dividend shares with yields above 6%

| Tristan Harrison

Here are two stocks with yields so good you shouldn’t ignore them.

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Energy Shares

Is the Woodside share price a buy? Here's my view

| Tristan Harrison

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

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Dividend Investing

Overinvested in Fortescue shares? Here are two alternative ASX dividend stocks

| Tristan Harrison

Fortescue may not shower investors with dividends in the coming years.

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Share Market News

How Wesfarmers shares could benefit from the latest Bunnings product expansion

| Tristan Harrison

Bunnings has a growth plan to charge its profit higher.

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Opinions

Why it could be a great time to buy AFIC shares

| Tristan Harrison

I’m optimistic about the return potential for this investment company.

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Opinions

Why I'm aiming for $1 million with ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

I think it makes a lot of sense to invest in stocks to achieve wealth goals.

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Financial Shares

Own Soul Patts shares? Here's its latest investment for diversification

| Tristan Harrison

The company has added further energy exposure to its portfolio.

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Bank Shares

The pros and cons of buying NAB shares in August

| Tristan Harrison

Is it a good time to invest in the major bank? Here’s my view.

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Opinions

3 reasons why the Xero share price could be a strong buy

| Tristan Harrison

This stock has all the hallmarks of a long-term winner.

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Small Cap Shares

Why I think this ASX small-cap stock is a bargain at $4.91

| Tristan Harrison

This business is very attractive to me.

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Cheap Shares

2 ASX 300 shares highly recommended to buy: Experts

| Tristan Harrison

These businesses may be severely underrated by the market.

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Dividend Investing

Why I think this is a top ASX 300 stock to buy right now for passive income

| Tristan Harrison

Rural Funds can provide investors with a lot of income at the current valuation.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX dividend stock down 40% I'd buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

This business could be a very good choice for healthy dividends.

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ETFs

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (VHY) unit price a buy for passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

The VHY ETF has a reputation for big dividends. Is it a buy today?

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX blue-chip shares offering big dividend yields

| Tristan Harrison

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

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Dividend Investing

2 Australian stocks with ultra safe dividend yields

| Tristan Harrison

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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