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Bronwyn Allen

Bronwyn has 25 years of experience in journalism, copywriting, and media relations. She began her career as a reporter with News Corporation in Sydney in 1997. She later worked for two real estate corporations in communications and PR roles, then started her own freelance copywriting and publicity business. A keen shares investor, Bronwyn joined the Motley Fool Australia team as a copy editor and writer in June 2021.

Recent Articles

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Financial Shares

Which ASX 200 dividend stock is tipped to pay almost double this year?

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This stock also hit a new 52-week high today.

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Resources Shares

5 ASX mining shares with projects being spruiked by the Australian Federal Government

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ASX lithium players Core Lithium and Liontown Resources feature in the new Australian Critical Minerals Prospectus.

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Dividend Investing

3 high-yield ASX shares for considerable passive income (7%-plus dividends!)

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Including one popular ASX 200 mining giant that is forecast to pay a 10% dividend yield this year!

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Share Market News

How ASX shares vs. property performed in January

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We reveal the property price growth for each city and regional market and the top 5 risers of the ASX…

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Resources Shares

BHP stock and more: 3 ASX commodity titans to watch in 2024

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Here are the 12-month share price targets on 3 popular ASX mining stocks and the 2024 outlook for the commodities…

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Retail Shares

Buying ASX retail shares? You'll want to see these numbers

| Bronwyn Allen

The ABS says retail turnover fell 2.7% in December, but ASX retail share prices soared.

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BNPL shares

Zip share price surges 7% on quarterly cash flow report

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The buy now, pay later provider improved its cash position by $43 million over the December quarter.

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Energy Shares

How US-Iran tensions will support oil prices: CBA analyst

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CBA energy analyst Vivek Dhar explains the risks of escalating tensions and a possible confrontation.

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Best Shares

In a record year for ETFs growth, this ASX crypto fund returned 215%

| Bronwyn Allen

Crypto and technology ETFs delivered the highest returns for ASX and Cboe Australia investors in 2023.

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Materials Shares

Arafura share price resets 52-week low after quarterly update

| Bronwyn Allen

The rare earths explorer also announced the results of its share purchase plan today.

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Travel Shares

Is now the time to buy Flight Centre shares for passive income?

| Bronwyn Allen

Flight Centre resumed paying dividends in September after a four-year freeze. What will it pay in 2024?

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Energy Shares

Buy ASX uranium shares now before 'panic buying' sets in, says expert

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Shaw and Partners names 5 ASX uranium shares to buy now ahead of a further surge in the commodity price.

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Earnings Results

Miners among the ASX 300 shares surging on quarterly reports

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Two ASX 300 miners and an energy provider have pleased investors today.

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52-Week Highs

CBA shares smash new record amid 5% home price boost prediction

| Bronwyn Allen

Wow! CBA shares hit $115.98 apiece amid a strong day for the ASX 200.

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Share Gainers

ASX mining stock doubles in value in 30 minutes on news of BHP deal

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What a great start to the day!

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Superannuation

Top 10 superannuation funds for growth in 2023 revealed: Chant West

| Bronwyn Allen

2023 was the 11th year out of 12 for positive returns among superannuation funds with growth strategies.

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Best Shares

Which had the better year in 2023: Telstra, Woodside or Wesfarmers shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

We review the share price growth and dividends paid by these popular ASX 200 shares last year.

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Share Market News

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up this week

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 lost 0.94% over the week to finish at 7,421.2 points on Friday.

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Healthcare Shares

This ASX All Ords healthcare share is leaping 10% on cancer-killing drug trial progress

| Bronwyn Allen

Investors are excited over some further news released by the company today.

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Share Market News

ANZ shares breach 52-week record amid merger expectations

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Top broker says ANZ's proposed merger with Suncorp's banking division is "more likely to occur than not".

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Industrials Shares

APM shares rebound on Friday following 40% thrashing on weaker profit news

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The international employment services company was punished for its 1H FY24 update.

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Retail Shares

If you invest $10,000 in Premier Investments shares, how much passive income will you receive in 2024?

| Bronwyn Allen

The consensus forecast dividend on Premier Investments shares for 2024 is $1.21 per share.

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Materials Shares

2 beaten-up ASX lithium shares being bought up by directors

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Despite market pessimism about ASX lithium stocks, these directors are buying.

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Materials Shares

Why are Arcadium Lithium shares down 17% since trading commenced?

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The merger of Allkem and Livent to create Arcadium Lithium settled in early January.

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Materials Shares

3 ASX mining insiders celebrating the new year with more share buys

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Who's been buying their company stock in the new year?

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Best Shares

Which had the better year in 2023: Core Lithium, Liontown or Pilbara Minerals shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

We assess the performance of these ASX 200 lithium shares.

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REITs

'Bombed-out' ASX REITs are bargain shares, says expert

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Morgan Stanley Australia's co-head of investment banking explains why REITS are looking 'decidedly good value'.

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Broker Notes

Top broker Citi lifts its Fortescue share price forecast

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Should you buy?

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International Stock News

Which global ASX ETFs were the top performers for Aussie investors in 2023?

| Bronwyn Allen

Aussies who invested in international stocks via these ASX ETFs enjoyed 25%-plus returns last year.

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Share Market News

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up this week

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 gained 0.2% over the week to finish at 7,498.3 points on Friday.

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Healthcare Shares

3 pharma shares outshining the ASX index today

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX All Ords finished lower on Friday but these three stocks outdid their peers.

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Broker Notes

The 8 ASX mining stocks Goldman Sachs says are buys in 2024

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The top broker also predicts how high these share prices may go in the new year.

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Energy Shares

ASX uranium shares crack new highs AGAIN as spot price flies past US$100 per pound

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Uranium is probably the most exciting commodity on the market right now.

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ETFs

Which ASX ETFs holding Aussie shares delivered the best returns in 2023?

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There is a clear theme among the best ETFs of 2023 -- environmental, social, and corporate governance.

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Dividend Investing

How do Pilbara Minerals, Fortescue and BHP shares compare on FY24 dividend forecasts?

| Bronwyn Allen

Many ASX 200 mining shares have a history of generous dividends. Will they pay big again this year?

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Energy Shares

3 best-performing ASX 200 energy shares of 2023

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 energy sector delivered a lacklustre performance overall but these 3 stocks powered up.

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Best Shares

Which had the better year in 2023: Pilbara Minerals, BHP or Fortescue shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

We assess the performance of these popular ASX 200 mining giants.

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Bank Shares

Could this give ANZ shares an edge over the other ASX 200 banks?

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Amid a highly competitive home loan market, ANZ may have an advantage.

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Materials Shares

Have lithium prices finally bottomed?

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What does 2024 have in store for the lithium mining sector?

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Share Market News

Big news about to drop: 2 ASX 200 shares put on ice

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Two stocks in the mining sector have been put on ice today.

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