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Darryl Daté-Shappard

I started investing after finding a copy of Peter Lynch's "Beating the Street" in the English book section of a library in Japan, where I was living at the time in 1997. Seeing that regular people can find investment ideas just as easily as professionals, I used the philosophy of that book to invest in stocks in Japan, and later in Australia after moving in 2001. I also have experience in property investing, and went on to complete my masters degree in Applied Finance at QUT in Brisbane. I follow the investment style of Peter Lynch, Phillip Fisher and Warren Buffett-- knowing what you invest in, doing your homework to keep up with a stock's story and holding a healthy skepticism of what the stock market calls "value".

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Here's why Sirtex Medical Limited may see profits go through the roof

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) is getting ready for a potential game changer that could completely open its future up.

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2 blue-chips offering fat dividend yields

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

If you like big blue-chip dividends, Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN) and Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) may be just the stocks…

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BHP Billiton Limited's demerger and making money from spin-offs

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

The demerger of Brambles Limited (ASX:BXB) could show how to make solid gains from BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) spin-off plans.

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Ramsay Health Care Limited hits double-digit earnings growth: Should you buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Growth and higher earnings on pretty much all fronts have seen a stunning year of performance for Ramsay Health Care…

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WorleyParsons Limited shoots up 4.07%: Should you buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

It may look promising, but WorleyParsons Limited (ASX:WOR) still has a lot of work ahead while mining goes sideways.

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Could big four banks' profit party be spoiled without the too-big-to-fail bank subsidy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Smaller lenders claim there's an unfair funding advantage for Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC), National…

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Carsales.Com Ltd, Stockland Corporation Ltd: Could they have an even bigger 2015?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Investors should look at companies like Stockland Corporation Ltd (ASX:SGP) and Carsales.Com Ltd (ASX:CRZ) because they have strong growth catalysts.

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Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd sees higher overseas earnings growth: Should you buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Australian market for Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) affected by weak consumer sentiment, but UK and US markets score…

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3 steady growth stocks to buy and hold now

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Sonic Healthcare Limited (ASX:SHL), iiNet Limited (ASX:IIN) and DuluxGroup Limited (ASX:DLX) are challenging recent highs with solid growth.

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Woodside Petroleum Limited, IOOF Holdings Limited, Automotive Holdings Group Ltd: Are these the best dividend stocks in the ASX 200?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL), Automotive Holdings Group Ltd (ASX:AHE) and IOOF Holdings Limited (ASX:IFL) have the three things I look…

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SEEK Limited and Crown Resorts Ltd: Are these reporting season winners ready to buy now?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) and Crown Resorts Ltd (ASX:CWN) have attractive growth plans. I'm bullish on one, yet bearish on the…

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3 high-yield stocks to pick up as the companies turn around

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

AMP Limited (ASX:AMP), Leighton Holdings Limited (ASX:LEI) and Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) offer good dividend yields as they cut costs…

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Wesfarmers Ltd's $1 billion capital return and distribution: What you need to know

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Wesfarmers Limited (ASX:WES) is rewarding shareholders with special dividends and a capital return after a strong year and the sale…

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Oil Search Limited and G8 Education Ltd: Fast growing stocks at reasonable prices

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Projected high growth of Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH) and G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM) could make today's prices seem cheap several…

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4 stocks that can benefit directly from a rising ASX

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

As US stock markets are up and our own ASX is hitting multi-year highs, Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX:MQG), Iress Ltd…

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3 prized stocks for the diversified investor

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Be well diversified for security and wealth generation with Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC), SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) and Suncorp Group…

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5 great results from big-name stocks so far this reporting season

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

The market has seen great earnings increases for Amcor Limited (ASX:AMC), Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX:IAG), Carsales.Com Ltd (ASX:CRZ), Telstra…

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Santos Ltd delivers massive dividend increase: Should you buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

First half revenue for Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) is up sharply with the start of LNG exports from PNG LNG project.

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3 stocks hitting new highs: Is it too late to buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC), Stockland Corporation Ltd (ASX:SGP) and G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM) still have momentum to expand and…

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Sirtex Medical Limited and Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd: 2 stocks I'd buy for a richer tomorrow

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd. (ASX:DMP) and Sirtex Medical Limited (ASX:SRX) could have long runways for earnings growth and pleasing portfolio…

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JB Hi-Fi Limited and SKYCITY Entertainment Group Limited-Ord are hitting new lows: Is it a buying opportunity?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

SKYCITY Entertainment Group Limited (ASX:SKC) is recovering from a 52-week low and JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) just hit one, yet…

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Ansell Limited and CSL Limited: 2 growth companies for long-term investors

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Long-term strong performers CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) and Ansell Limited (ASX:ANN) could also work in an income portfolio.

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Suncorp Group Ltd, APA Group, Sydney Airport Holdings Ltd: 3 high-yield companies to buy for your retirement

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Long-term investors need steady dividend-paying stocks like Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN), APA Group (ASX:APA) and Sydney Airport Holdings Ltd (ASX:SYD)…

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3 reasons to stick with your Cochlear Limited shares

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Earnings growth in the second half of FY 2014 is driving Cochlear Limited (ASX: COH) higher.

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Here's why Monadelphous Group Limited popped 6.08%

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Full year results for Monadelphous Group Limited (ASX:MND) were down, but some investors may be seeing a bottom. Is it…

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Here's why Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd, Woodside Petroleum Limited and Stockland Corporation Ltd rival the big four banks' yields

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Income investors can get the same dividend bang for their buck with Stockland Corporation Ltd (ASX:SGP), Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL)…

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Sonic Healthcare Limited hits double-digit revenue and profit growth for 2014: Should you buy?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Sonic Healthcare Limited (ASX:SHL) achieves strong growth and raises dividend, making it attractive for growth and income investors alike.

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3 rock-solid dividend stocks every new investor should consider

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

New investors need to start with steady dividend income built into their portfolios. You'll thank yourself decades from now.

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4 reasons why Telstra Corporation Ltd should be in your portfolio

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

With domestic market dominance and international expansion and acquisitions Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) is moving ahead. Keep up with the…

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3 reasons why Suncorp Group Ltd is hitting new highs

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX: SUN) is wowing the market with higher profits, a great special dividend and a very attractive…

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Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd. and Slater & Gordon Limited: Red hot companies to drive your future wealth

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Higher earnings this reporting season are showcasing the future growth potential of Slater & Gordon Limited (ASX: SGH) and Domino’s…

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2 quality stocks to build a fortune the Warren Buffett way

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) could give your portfolio the boost it needs for solid future returns.

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What you need to know about Telstra Corporation Ltd's $1 billion share buyback offer

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) announces $1 billion buy-back along with increased final dividend. Could it be a good deal for…

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Is this big investing mistake costing you a fortune?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Keep your investing simple and under your control by buying quality stocks like Insurance Australia Group Limited (ASX:IAG) and Resmed…

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2 stocks I'd buy for a richer retirement

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd. (ASX:DMP) may give your portfolio the earnings growth and durability it…

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Punished by the market: Here's why should hold onto your JB Hi-Fi Limited shares

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

JB Hi-Fi LImited (ASX:JBH) is still growing, so ignore the market's short-sightedness and take advantage of the sell-off.

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2 overlooked dividend stocks to buy today

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Take a quiz from Warren Buffett himself to see why falling markets are great to pick up stocks like Macquarie…

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3 big-name stocks to buy and hold for a decade

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK), Brambles Limited (ASX:BXB) and Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd. (ASX:DMP) offer attractive growth opportunities that could help you…

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Suncorp Group Ltd, Transurban Group, Leighton Holdings Limited: 3 large-caps crushing the ASX's returns

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN), Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) and Leighton Holdings Limited (ASX:LEI) are up greatly in the past six months…

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Suncorp Group Ltd and Woodside Petroleum Limited : Buy, hold or sell?

| Darryl Daté-Shappard

Both Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN) and Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) are near recent highs, but can either push higher?

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