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Aaron Bell

Aaron Bell began writing for Motley Fool in 2024. Aaron is a finance journalist with a knack for breaking down complex topics into digestible content for the everyday punter. Aaron is passionate about investing and contributing to a healthy dialogue around personal finance, particularly as more Australians look to the share market to build wealth.

Recent Articles

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Healthcare Shares

Two booming ASX healthcare stocks investors should be buying the dip on

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Is this a buy the dip opportunity?

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Blue Chip Shares

Which ASX shares benefit from a stronger AUD?

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Where should investors look with a strengthening AUD?

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REITs

Why 2026 could be the year of the REIT rebound

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The case for REITs in 2026.

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ETFs

Harness momentum with this new ASX ETF

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Here's what you need to know about the newest ASX ETF from Betashares.

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Resources Shares

Why 2026 will be the year of ASX resources and commodities – Expert

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Do you have exposure to these sectors?

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ETFs

These ASX ETFs are already up between 11% and 21% in 2026!

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Do you have these funds in your portfolio?

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Earnings Results

What can investors expect from ResMed, Cochlear and CSL shares this reporting season?

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Here's updated analysis on three of Australia's largest healthcare stocks.

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Earnings Results

Are these ASX REITs a buy, hold or sell this earnings season?

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Here's what brokers are saying about these REITs

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Is this ASX consumer discretionary stock a buy after yesterday's crash?

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After yesterday's 5% fall, what is Bell Potter's outlook?

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Earnings Results

Why this ASX healthcare stock is a speculative buy

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This ASX healthcare stock has plenty of upside according to Bell Potter.

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Share Market News

Are these 2 ASX healthcare shares a buying opportunity after yesterday's crash?

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ASX healthcare shares have faced headwinds in recent months, but these two could be undervalued.

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Blue Chip Shares

How much could a $10,000 investment in these ASX 200 stocks be worth if they hit 12 month targets?

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Is now the ideal time to buy these beaten down ASX 200 stocks?

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to target following the RBA interest rate hike

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Should you target these ASX ETFs right now?

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-caps tipped to climb in 2026

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Two small-caps worth watching this year.

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Broker Notes

Should you buy this ASX utilities stock before it explodes?

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One broker has an optimistic price target on this All Ords stock.

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ESG

3 of the most popular ethical/ESG ASX ETFs in 2026

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Do you have ESG exposure in your portfolio?

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Materials Shares

The growing case for critical minerals – Expert

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New research from Betashares shows the growing demand for critical minerals amidst Australia's strategic repositioning.

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Small Cap Shares

2 ASX small-caps with big upside to target in February

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Watch out for these small-caps this month.

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Industrials Shares

Bell Potter tips 13% upside for this ASX 200 industrials stock

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Despite short term headwinds, there could be upside for this ASX 200 stock.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Top broker weighs in after Graincorp shares plummet 14%

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Are these shares a buy, hold or sell after Monday's poor result?

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Materials Shares

Why did this ASX materials stock tumble after reporting record profits?

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After posting strong results, is this miner a buy, hold or sell?

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AI Stocks

The high flying ASX small-cap AI stock you need to pay attention to!

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This AI stock is a must watch.

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Share Market News

Is AI a real threat to CAR Group and REA Group shares?

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An expert has weighed in on big questions that need answering this earnings season.

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Energy Shares

Why it's time to sell Whitehaven Coal shares – Expert

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This coal miner may have hit its peak.

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Healthcare Shares

This broker just upgraded this ASX healthcare stock and is predicting 30% upside

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A new collaboration has sparked interest in this healthcare stock.

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ETFs

Should Aussie investors have exposure to Chinese equities in 2026? – Expert 

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The Chinese AI boom has been gaining steam - is it a long-term play?

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Healthcare Shares

Is this ASX healthcare stock a buy after yesterday's 5% drop?

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Price targets from Bell Potter anticipate a massive rise this year.

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Cash Rates

Expert says an RBA rate hike in February is a done deal – How should investors react?

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This expert believes two rate hikes could be coming this year.

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ETFs

Global X releases new ASX ETF targeting silver shares

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Think the silver rally can continue? This ASX ETF might be for you.

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Materials Shares

"A+ Scorecard" – Bell Potter just upgraded this ASX materials stock

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Can this rocketing mining stock keep going?

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Materials Shares

After rising 22% this month, it could be time to sell this booming ASX materials stock

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It could be time for investors to find the exit after a red hot start to the year.

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Small Cap Shares

Are these ASX small-cap stocks about to double?

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Bell Potter says these two stocks are worth watching.

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Share Market News

Should you buy the dip on these red hot ASX 200 stocks?

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After a strong 12 months, are these stocks a buy, hold or sell?

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Share Market News

3 ASX ETFs off to a hot start in 2026

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Is it time to jump on board these winning funds?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Up 50% in 6 months, this ASX consumer staples stock is tipped to keep rising

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Despite such a fast rise, this broker is expecting more growth.

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Broker Notes

ASX Sectors to target and avoid in 2026: Expert

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Which sectors are likely do perform well in 2026?

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ETFs

3 high yield ASX ETFs perfect for income investors

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These funds are ideal for dividend investors.

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Small Cap Shares

The ASX small-cap stock that could be set to boom

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This iron ore producer is expected to keep steaming ahead.

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Communication Shares

Bell Potter just raised its price target on this ASX communications stock

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Is this soaring communications stock still a buy?

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Broker Notes

Two ASX 200 stocks to buy after crashing 6-9% yesterday

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Bell Potter is tipping an 18-40% resurgence for these stocks.

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