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Brooke Cooper

Brooke has been a Motley Fool contributor since early 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Communication with specialisations in journalism and international studies from Charles Sturt University. Brooke aims to inform and excite Aussies keen to grow their wealth by investing in ASX companies. When not writing or researching, you'll likely find Brooke gallivanting around South East Queensland.

Recent Articles

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Materials Shares

Better ASX rare earths buy: Iluka or Lynas shares?

| Brooke Cooper

This top broker is bullish on just one of the ASX 200 rare earths duo.

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How to invest

A bull market is coming: Here's Warren Buffett's investing advice to help you cash in on it

| Brooke Cooper

It can pay to prepare for a stock market uptick.

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Retirement

40 years old with no savings? Here's your path to $1 million in retirement with ASX shares

| Brooke Cooper

It's never too late to invest for your future.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Did you own the mining stock that outperformed the rest of the ASX 200 on Friday?

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Share Market News

3 All Ords stocks making major moves on big news today

| Brooke Cooper

Let's dive into today's news from the All Ordinaries trio.

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International Stock News

The S&P 500 is officially in bull market territory. Is the ASX 200 next?

| Brooke Cooper

I'm certain the ASX 200 will follow in Wall Street's footsteps.

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Materials Shares

If I'm bearish on lithium prices, why would I buy Pilbara Minerals shares right now?

| Brooke Cooper

The ASX 200 giant could still realise decent profits if the lithium price slumps.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Guess which ASX 200 coal stock topped the lot in Thursday's session.

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52-Week Highs

The AGL share price just hit a new multi-year high. Should I buy?

| Brooke Cooper

The last few years have been transformative for the energy giant.

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Industrials Shares

This ASX 200 stock is down 14% since April, and a director just bought over $500k worth

| Brooke Cooper

An inside buyer has purchased a bigger stake in this professional services company.

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Healthcare Shares

I missed out on CSL shares under $300. Is it too late to buy?

| Brooke Cooper

Brokers remain optimistic of the ASX 200 healthcare giant's stock.

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How to invest

The 4 best investments for Aussies in their 20s

| Brooke Cooper

Here are some of the best ways I think young adults can make their money work for them.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Do own any of today's biggest gainers?

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords shares rocketing over 10% on big news

| Brooke Cooper

It's a good day to be invested in these stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Turning a $10k ASX shares portfolio into a passive income of $500 a month!

| Brooke Cooper

Building a substantial passive income from ASX shares doesn't have to break the bank.

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Materials Shares

What happened to the Liontown share price in May?

| Brooke Cooper

The lithium favourite posted a new record high last month.

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Dividend Investing

Invested $5k in Coles shares in 2020? Here's how much dividend income you've earned

| Brooke Cooper

Coles stock has underperformed over the last three years. Have the dividends been worth it?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

The ASX 200 tumbled on Tuesday as the RBA declared another rate hike.

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52-Week Lows

3 ASX 200 dividend stocks that just hit new 52-week lows

| Brooke Cooper

It's been years since the trio were trading for these prices.

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How to invest

The 4 best investments Aussies in their 60s can make

| Brooke Cooper

Here are some of the ways you can make your money work for you in your 60s.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Did you own any of today's biggest ASX 200 gainers?

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Energy Shares

Is this a positive sign for Fortescue shares and the company's green ambitions?

| Brooke Cooper

Could the iron ore giant benefit from demand for electrolysers?

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Share Gainers

The WA1 Resources share price is leaping 40% on a fresh find

| Brooke Cooper

The mining stock has been on a roll lately.

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Technology Shares

The Novonix share price has plunged 90% from its all-time high. Can it ever recover?

| Brooke Cooper

The Novonix share price might regain its losses in the future, but I'm not holding my breath.

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Dividend Investing

Did you invest $3k in Telstra shares 3 years ago? If so, here's how much passive income your investment has provided

| Brooke Cooper

Has the telco giant's stock proven to be a good investment in recent years?

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Materials Shares

Are Pilbara Minerals shares a buy in June?

| Brooke Cooper

Could the ASX 200 lithium favourite still offer impressive upside?

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Share Gainers

Why did the IAG share price outperform the ASX 200 in May?

| Brooke Cooper

Stock in the insurance giant gained 4.2% last month.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

It was a great day to be invested in this ASX 200 energy stock.

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Technology Shares

The Xero share price is at its highest point in a year. Is it still a buy?

| Brooke Cooper

Could the tech stock still offer 14.5% upside?

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Share Fallers

What's going on with the Bubs share price today?

| Brooke Cooper

Stock in the infant formula producer hit a new 52-week low on the back of a disappointing trading update.

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Bank Shares

Did you invest $7k in Westpac shares in 2020? If so, here's how much dividend income you've earned

| Brooke Cooper

Have Westpac shares really returned 36% in three years?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

This ASX 200 energy stock soared 11% on Thursday.

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Materials Shares

The Lynas share price rocketed 17% in May. What's next?

| Brooke Cooper

Could the rare earths stock rise another 18%?

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Resources Shares

BHP share price slumps amid $430m hit

| Brooke Cooper

Around 28,500 BHP employees had leave deducted incorrectly over a 13-year period.

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How to invest

The 4 best investments Aussies in their 50s can make

| Brooke Cooper

Here are some of the best ways to make your money work for you in your 50s.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Brooke Cooper

Guess which ASX 200 stock defied today's downturn to gain 4.8%.

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Share Gainers

Why did the BetMakers share price just gain 24%?

| Brooke Cooper

The stock is outperforming all its All Ords peers right now.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why is the A2 Milk share price sinking on Wednesday?

| Brooke Cooper

Is this weighing on the former market darling's stock today?

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ETFs

Why has the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) gone backwards in May?

| Brooke Cooper

The VAS ETF has followed the ASX 300 into the red this month.

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Bank Shares

Why is everyone talking about Bank of Queensland shares today?

| Brooke Cooper

The ASX 200 bank will work with regulators to strengthen its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing program.

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