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Zach Bristow

Zach Bristow

Zach is a portfolio strategist with an asset manager in Europe. As such, he has a unique approach to research and investing, taking a top down approach to identifying unique value propositions that sit within his circle of competence. He holds a Masters in Finance and Bachelor of Physiotherapy.

Recent Articles

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Share Fallers

The Novonix share price fell a further 5% on Tuesday. What's happening?

| Zach Bristow

Novonix has incurred heavy losses in 2022 so far.

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Resources Shares

Core Lithium share price clips gains today but remains up 110% for the year

| Zach Bristow

We only need to zoom out a bit to see today's loss pail in comparison to the upside Core Lithium's…

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Travel Shares

Qantas share price flies away from 'unfair and unworkable' flight credit claims

| Zach Bristow

The airline may be facing some turbulence over its credit policies.

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Broker Notes

Why are brokers talking about the Xero share price? Let's take a look

| Zach Bristow

We check whether the sentiment is bullish or bearish.

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Healthcare Shares

ASX 200 healthcare shares were chronically ill last quarter. Take a look

| Zach Bristow

They aren't exactly on the mend either.

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Share Fallers

All that glitters isn't gold: Here are the worst performing ASX mining shares of the quarter

| Zach Bristow

Which shares dragged on the sector last period? We take a look...

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Technology Shares

Here's a look at the laggards from ASX tech shares last quarter

| Zach Bristow

No comeback for tech players yet in 2022.

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Resources Shares

ASX mining shares were the leaders last quarter. Here are the top performers

| Zach Bristow

Sophisticated investors take note.

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Materials Shares

Here's why Allkem shares are getting multiple broker upgrades

| Zach Bristow

Allkem is enjoying big shift in sentiment from a year ago.

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Bank Shares

Why are ASX 200 bank shares having such a stellar start to the week?

| Zach Bristow

Aussie banks have dominated this last month.

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Share Market News

Here are the best and worst performing ASX sectors of the quarter

| Zach Bristow

Australian shares have pushed back hard after trembling earlier in the year.

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Share Gainers

The Rio Tinto share price rallied 19% in the March quarter. What's next?

| Zach Bristow

Interesting times ahead.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP and Woodside one step closer in creating $40 billion energy giant

| Zach Bristow

Here's the latest from the merger.

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Energy Shares

What's impacting the Santos share price on Friday?

| Zach Bristow

Santos extends gains today.

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Broker Notes

Magellan share price dips as Macquarie tips further outflows

| Zach Bristow

Analysts are predicting a tough road ahead for the embattled fund manager.

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Share Market News

Bond yields bounce past 3% for the first time since 2015. Here's how the ASX 200 is responding

| Zach Bristow

There's another catalyst for price change in the markets today...

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Broker Notes

The Origin share price is now overvalued, consensus says yes. What do you think?

| Zach Bristow

What's the status? Take a look.

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Bank Shares

Who owns ANZ shares? Take a look. You might be surprised

| Zach Bristow

We've done some digging to find out the owners of the banking giant's shares...

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Share Gainers

Worried about current ASX share market uncertainty? Read this

| Zach Bristow

Invest for the long-term and ignore the short-term noise, says an expert.

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Share Fallers

Why did the Medibank share price go backwards in March?

| Zach Bristow

Medibank fell downhill last month.

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Investing Strategies

Investing in ASX shares? How to avoid the 'emotional rollercoaster'

| Zach Bristow

Emotionally invested? Read on.

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Technology Shares

Compare the ASX share: An analysis of BrainChip vs Archer Materials

| Zach Bristow

It's definitely not vis-a-vis with these two.

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Broker Notes

The Flight Centre share price is diving 5% today. What's next in April?

| Zach Bristow

The Flight Centre share price is falling today but it's well into the green over the past 30 days, up…

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Technology Shares

What's the go with the Kogan share price today?

| Zach Bristow

Tech shares have begun to soften again.

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Share Gainers

Heard of this ASX battery metals share? It's skyrocketed 413% this year

| Zach Bristow

Initial investors will be more than satisfied with this player.

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Broker Notes

AMP share price hits $1 mark for first time since February: analysis

| Zach Bristow

More upside to come? Let's take a look.

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Share Gainers

In a sea of red, these ASX 200 coal shares are floating above water. Here's why

| Zach Bristow

Coal shares are red hot in 2022.

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Share Gainers

ASX 200 commodities players were the major winners in March. Take a look

| Zach Bristow

Industry fundamentals are pointing to a stellar year in 2022.

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Broker Notes

Are Woolworths shares positioned for 'a long-term, post-COVID trend?'

| Zach Bristow

Woolworths has charged back north in recent weeks.

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ESG

Own ASX renewable energy shares? Here's why 'the energy transition will be good for us'

| Zach Bristow

Australia looks well positioned.

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Share Gainers

Why has the Melbana Energy share price exploded 52% in a month?

| Zach Bristow

It's been a big one for Melbana Energy.

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Share Gainers

What's up with the Whispir share price today?

| Zach Bristow

Whispir extends gains today.

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Share Gainers

Why has the Cobalt Blue (ASX:COB) share price surged 79% in a month?

| Zach Bristow

The miner has extended gains this month.

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Bank Shares

Why is the Bank of Queensland share price climbing today?

| Zach Bristow

There's a chance we could see an earnings impact from the update.

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Bank Shares

ASX 200 banks bounce bank in March. Here are the April forecasts from analysts

| Zach Bristow

Here's how analysts see the next period for the banking sector.

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Share Gainers

What sent ASX mining shares flaming higher in March?

| Zach Bristow

Take a look...

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Financial Shares

What's up with the Magellan (ASX:MFG) share price lately?

| Zach Bristow

The fund manager has levelled off the selling pressure, for now.

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Broker Notes

What's on the cards for the Woodside share price in April?

| Zach Bristow

Here's what the experts are predicting for the ASX oil and gas company.

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Bank Shares

Is the Westpac share price the best value of the big four banks?

| Zach Bristow

Perhaps not, some say...

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Broker Notes

What are the tailwinds behind BHP shares in April?

| Zach Bristow

The rally continues for the Big Australian.

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