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Ken Hall

Ken is a big believer in the power of dividends in building a strong financial future. He has a keen interest in economics and the power of markets in driving change in the world. In his spare time he loves to meet new people, watch sports and help others build their best financial future!

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Index investing

3 top ASX ETFs to buy for long-term growth

| Ken Hall

Find out which ASX ETFs I've got my eye on for a mix of dividends and growth in 2020 and…

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⏸️ Portfolio Construction

How to make money by investing in ASX 200 shares

| Ken Hall

It's tough to know how to invest right now. Here are a few tips to help boost your chances of…

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⏸️ Shares to Watch

Westpac (ASX:WBC) and 2 more ASX 200 shares to watch this week

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After a good week for the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO), find out why I'm watching Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC)…

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Cheap Shares

Will the Corporate Travel (ASX:CTD) share price surge in 2021?

| Ken Hall

The Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX: CTD) share price has surged 85.1% higher since July but I think 2021 is…

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How to invest

When to save cash and when to invest in ASX shares

| Ken Hall

ASX shares have been smashed in 2020 as the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) has slumped lower. Is it time…

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Technology Shares

Why this fundie still sees an ASX tech share surge

| Ken Hall

A leading fundie is seeing a good opportunity to buy ASX tech shares after sharp falls. Is now a good…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Is the Transurban (ASX:TCL) share price a secret cash cow?

| Ken Hall

The Transurban Group (ASX: TCL) share price has edged 1.2% lower this year but is the Aussie infrastructure share a…

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Technology Shares

Why the Telstra (ASX:TLS) share price could be under pressure in 2021

| Ken Hall

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS) share price has been under pressure this year with a new and improved NBN…

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Technology Shares

Why the Xero (ASX:XRO) share price can hit $100 again in 2020

| Ken Hall

Should the Xero Limited (ASX: XRO) share price be on your buy list as it rockets towards the $100 per…

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Share Market News

Is the Coles (ASX:COL) share price a buy after renewable energy deal?

| Ken Hall

What does a new 10-year renewable energy deal mean for the Coles (ASX: COL) share price in 2020? We take…

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Cheap Shares

3 reasons I like the AGL Energy (ASX:AGL) share price today

| Ken Hall

The AGL Energy (ASX: AGL) share price has slumped to a new 52-week low. Here are 3 reasons I'd consider…

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Share Gainers

Is the Costa Group (ASX:CGC) share price a cheap buy?

| Ken Hall

The Costa Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: CGC) share price surged 2.8% higher in yesterday's trade. Is the Aussie food producer…

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Retail Shares

Can the Harvey Norman (ASX:HVN) share price maintain its momentum?

| Ken Hall

The Harvey Norman Holdings Limited (ASX: HVN) share price is surging after a strong trading update. Is now the best…

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Share Gainers

Up 79% this year, is the NextDC (ASX:NXT) share price the next Afterpay (ASX:APT)?

| Ken Hall

The Nextdc Ltd (ASX: NXT) share price has rocketed higher in 2020 but is it poised to become the next…

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⏸️ Shares to Watch

Saracen (ASX:SAR) and 2 more ASX 200 shares to watch this week

| Ken Hall

Why I'm watching the Saracen Mineral Holdings Ltd (ASX: SAR) and 2 more ASX 200 shares as I look ahead…

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Technology Shares

Why the Telstra (ASX:TLS) share price looks cheap today

| Ken Hall

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS) share price has been under pressure in 2020, but is the Aussie telco in the buy…

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Resources Shares

Why I like Saracen (ASX:SAR) and these ASX mining shares today

| Ken Hall

Why I think ASX mining shares like Saracen Mineral Holdings Ltd (ASX: SAR) could be in the buy zone despite…

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Cheap Shares

Is the AMP (ASX:AMP) share price a buy after Friday's fall?

| Ken Hall

The AMP Limited (ASX: AMP) share price has slumped 14% in the last fortnight but is it a good time…

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⏸️ Portfolio Construction

Is it time to save more or invest more in ASX shares?

| Ken Hall

It's a scary time to invest in ASX shares. But here's why I won't be sitting on cash and waiting…

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Share Gainers

Why the St Barbara (ASX:SBM) share price is climbing higher today

| Ken Hall

Why the St Barbara Ltd (ASX: SBM) share price has jumped higher in Friday's trade alongside its fellow ASX gold…

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Technology Shares

Why the Afterpay (ASX:APT) share price could be a buy

| Ken Hall

The Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) share price is down nearly 25% from its all-time high. Does that put it back…

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Gold

Are ASX gold shares like Newcrest (ASX:NCM) still good value?

| Ken Hall

ASX gold shares like Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX: NCM) have surged in value this year, so is there any reason…

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Share Fallers

Is the Qantas (ASX:QAN) share price a cheap buy?

| Ken Hall

Why the Qantas Airways Limited (ASX: QAN) share price could be a good buy after being beaten down by the…

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Technology Shares

Is the Openpay (ASX:OPY) share price a bargain?

| Ken Hall

Is the Openpay Group Ltd (ASX: OPY) share price a strong buy as the BNPL share slumps more than 20%…

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Share Fallers

Is the Woodside (ASX:WPL) share price cheap enough to buy?

| Ken Hall

The Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX: WPL) share price has been smashed in 2020 but is the ASX energy share cheap…

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Healthcare Shares

Are biotech shares like Polynovo (ASX:PNV) a better buy than Afterpay?

| Ken Hall

Why I think ASX biotech shares like Polynovo Ltd (ASX: PNV) can outperform even the hottest of tech shares including…

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Share Gainers

Why the A2 Milk (ASX:A2M) share price can outperform in 2021

| Ken Hall

Why the A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX: A2M) share price could be a buy as the dairy share trades at…

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REITs

Coronavirus: Why the Scentre (ASX:SCG) share price can benefit from eased restrictions

| Ken Hall

The Scentre Group (ASX: SCG) share price has been smashed in 2020 but I think the Aussie REIT can surge…

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Cheap Shares

Will the Star Entertainment (ASX:SGR) share price boom in 2021?

| Ken Hall

The Star Entertainment Group Ltd (ASX: SGR) share price has been smashed in 2020 but is yesterday's surge the start…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 ASX dividend shares to buy in a downturn

| Ken Hall

Why I think ASX dividend shares like Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX: SUL) can continue to outperform even in an…

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Retail Shares

Can the Harvey Norman (ASX:HVN) share price push higher in 2021?

| Ken Hall

Why the Harvey Norman Holdings Limited (ASX: HVN) share price could be a hidden bargain with a strong dividend yield…

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Cheap Shares

Is the Tassal (ASX:TGR) share price a strong buy?

| Ken Hall

The Tassal Group Limited (ASX: TGR) share price has slumped 15% lower in 2020 but could the Aussie food company…

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Cheap Shares

Is the Sydney Airport (ASX:SYD) share price a cheap buy?

| Ken Hall

The Sydney Airport share price has been smashed in 2020 but is it a strong buy for the future? We…

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Bank Shares

Is the Westpac share price still a buy for dividends?

| Ken Hall

The Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) share price has a 10.4% dividend yield right now, but is it still a…

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Defensive Shares

How to position your ASX share portfolio for a downturn

| Ken Hall

Investors are worried about how their ASX shares will perform in 2021. Here are a few ways to position your…

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Share Market News

3 simple ways to save more cash to buy ASX shares today!

| Ken Hall

If you want to invest more in ASX shares but don't know where to start, here are a few easy…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Why ASX dividend shares are still king in 2020

| Ken Hall

Why ASX dividend shares like Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS) can still outperform growth shares despite some challenges in 2020.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 9.2% in 1 day, is the Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals (ASX:CUV) share price a buy?

| Ken Hall

The Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: CUV) share price is one to consider buying after jumping 9.2% higher on Thursday.

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Technology Shares

Is the Zip (ASX:Z1P) share price a buy in the tech crash?

| Ken Hall

The Zip Co Ltd (ASX: Z1P) share price has been under the pump in recent days. Are the BNPL leader's…

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Record Highs

Should you buy Bega Cheese (ASX:BGA) shares at near an all-time high?

| Ken Hall

Why the Bega Cheese Ltd (ASX: BGA) share price could be a good buy for dividends even though its trading…

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