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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

The ASX shares I'm buying to build a second income

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I’m investing for passive income with these stocks.

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ETFs

How to turn your cash into $1 million with ASX shares

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I love investing in ASX shares because of how they can grow our wealth.

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ETFs

Big gains ahead? 2 great ASX ETFs I'd buy for capital growth

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I’m a big fan of these two funds. Here’s why.

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Dividend Investing

How ASX dividend stocks can be the key to financial freedom

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Passive income can be a great tool to create financial independence.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares I'd buy to pay for my bills

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why these stocks could be compelling options for dividends.

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Communication Shares

Are Tuas or Telstra shares a better buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Which business should Aussies call on for appealing returns?

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Dividend Investing

Got $10,000? Buy this ASX dividend stock for $3,173 in total passive income

| Tristan Harrison

This business could pay a lot of cash flow in the coming years.

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Growth Shares

Why I wouldn't want to miss these 2 explosive ASX growth stocks

| Tristan Harrison

These two investments are two of the most exciting options, in my view.

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Healthcare Shares

Is Medibank stock a good buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Can this company provide healthy returns?

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Opinions

Want to start investing in ASX shares? Here's what I'd buy

| Tristan Harrison

This is where I’d begin to put my money in the stock market.

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Opinions

Want diversification? Get it instantly with these ASX 200 shares

| Tristan Harrison

Some businesses offer a lot more diversification than others.

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 shares I'd want to receive as a present today

| Tristan Harrison

Merry Christmas! Are there any stocks under your tree?

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Bank Shares

2 strong ASX bank shares to consider before year-end

| Tristan Harrison

I think these ASX bank shares could be compelling opportunities in the sector.

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Blue Chip Shares

I think these are the 3 best ASX blue-chip shares for dividends

| Tristan Harrison

There are only a few big companies I’d want to own.

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Opinions

Why I think these 2 ASX 300 stocks will beat the market in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

I’m very optimistic about a few ASX growth shares.

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Healthcare Shares

Is it too late to buy Sigma shares to cash in on the Chemist Warehouse deal?

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors still make healthy returns with this stock?

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Dividend Investing

A 10% dividend yield from an All Ords stock with a forward P/E of 9!

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish on this stock. Here’s why.

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Growth Shares

2 top ASX growth shares for explosive potential in 2025

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks look exciting and compelling to me.

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Bank Shares

Is this a good time to buy NAB shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors bank on good returns from here?

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy these ASX dividend shares with big yields for income

| Tristan Harrison

These are some of the most appealing businesses to me for a big yield.

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ETFs

Will the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) ever be a growth fund?

| Tristan Harrison

Will the ASX share market be able to offer growth returns in the future?

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ETFs

These 2 under-the-radar ASX ETFs could be top long-term buys

| Tristan Harrison

These two ASX ETFs could be helpful investment options for diversification.

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Bank Shares

CBA shares: Overvalued or still a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

CBA shareholders have seen a lot of gains in 2024. Is it too late to buy?

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Resources Shares

Is this the right time to buy Fortescue shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Is it time to dig into this iron ore miner?

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ETFs

How good is the 2025 outlook for the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS)?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s what could happen with the global share market next year.

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Materials Shares

Are ASX lithium shares prime real estate for value hunters?

| Tristan Harrison

Can these stocks recharge returns for investors?

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Bank Shares

What's the outlook for Bank of Queensland shares in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s what experts predict for BOQ next year.

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ETFs

Does the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) pay passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors look at this ETF as an option for income investors?

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Energy Shares

AGL shares fall amid large Federal Court penalty

| Tristan Harrison

It’s a painful day for AGL shareholders.

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Growth Shares

The ASX 200 stock with 'a $200 billion gross profit opportunity'

| Tristan Harrison

Experts believe this stock has excellent potential.

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Resources Shares

Could Rio Tinto shares be a gold mine in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s unearth whether this ASX mining share is an opportunity.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares set to skyrocket in the next 12 months

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks have a lot of potential according to experts.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares rise amid positive class action news

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s the latest from BHP on its huge legal case.

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BNPL shares

Up 44% in 2024, can the Zip share price rocket again in 2025?

| Tristan Harrison

Will 2025 be a great year for the buy now, pay later stock?

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Dividend Investing

One magnificent ASX dividend stock down 10% to buy and hold for decades

| Tristan Harrison

I’m calling on this stock to be a solid dividend option for many years.

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Dividend Investing

A dividend giant I'd buy over Westpac shares right now

| Tristan Harrison

I’m not banking on Westpac to deliver the best returns.

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Growth Shares

If I were in my 20s, I'd buy these ASX shares for growth

| Tristan Harrison

I think these investments could be great picks for younger Aussies.

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Technology Shares

Investors should put these 2 top ASX tech shares on the watchlist

| Tristan Harrison

These tech companies have enormous potential, in my view.

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Resources Shares

Should you buy the 28% dip on Newmont shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this sell-off a golden opportunity?

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Healthcare Shares

Here is the dividend forecast to 2029 for CSL shares

| Tristan Harrison

Can this blue-chip giant provide healthy dividend income?

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