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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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Defensive Shares

3 defensive ASX dividend shares to buy today

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Many ASX dividend shares have been hit hard in 2020, but I think defensive shares like Coles Group Ltd (ASX:…

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⏸️ Shares for retirement

Coronavirus: Why superannuation withdrawals can hurt us all

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Why making a superannuation withdrawal today could hurt your future retirement plans tomorrow (hint: it's not just about the money...)

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Bank Shares

Why ASX bank shares are so volatile right now

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ASX bank shares like CBA and NAB have been hit hard in 2020, but what's driving share price volatility and…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Are Crown shares back in the buy zone?

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Crown Resorts Limited (ASX: CWN) shares jumped 10% higher yesterday, but does that mean its back in the buy zone…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Are CSL shares a foolproof ASX buy?

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CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) shares have weathered the coronavirus pandemic thus far, but could these factors make it a foolproof…

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Gold

Are ASX gold shares your best friend right now?

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ASX gold shares like Saracen Minerals Holdings Limited (ASX: SAR) have been climbing higher amid the bear market, but is…

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Coronavirus News

Are ASX travel and media shares back in the buy zone?

| Ken Hall

ASX travel and media shares like Webjet Limited (ASX: WEB) and oOh!Media Ltd (ASX: OML) have been smashed, but is…

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⏸️ Diversification

How to invest $500 in ASX shares today

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If you've saved up some cash but don't know how to invest in ASX shares, here are some tips on…

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Coronavirus News

ASX shares: Will bulls or bears outperform in 2020?

| Ken Hall

The ASX share market has been teetering between a bull and bear market this year, but which side has the…

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Bank Shares

Are ASX bank shares still worth buying?

| Ken Hall

A disappointing result from National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX: NAB) has spooked investors, but are the ASX bank shares still…

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Resources Shares

Will BHP shares outperform NAB shares in 2020?

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In the midst of a difficult 2020, should you buy BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) shares or National Austrlaia Bank…

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Defensive Shares

Are Coles shares a strong defensive buy in 2020?

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The Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL) share price has outperformed in 2020, but will it be a strong defensive buy…

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Share Gainers

Double your money with cheap ASX shares

| Ken Hall

It's hard to know which ASX shares are cheap right now, but here's how a few bargain buys could have…

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 shares I'm watching this week

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After another big week for the Aussie share market, find out why I'm watching JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) and 2…

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⏸️ Income

How to generate $20,000 of passive income from ASX shares

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Here's how a touch of luck and some strong ASX dividend shares can deliver a $20,000 passive income to your…

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Defensive Shares

3 ASX 200 shares to beat the bear market

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How 3 ASX 200 shares including Xero Limited (ASX: XRO) could help you to beat the bear market and boost…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 ASX 200 blue-chip shares to buy and hold forever

| Ken Hall

When times get tough, ASX 200 blue-chip shares like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) can be strong buy and…

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⏸️ Income

Should you access your superannuation early in 2020?

| Ken Hall

Hundreds of thousands of Aussies are looking to access their superannuation early in 2020, but should you be joining the…

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⏸️ Diversification

Why diversifying your ASX shares is so important

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It's tempting to bet on the share market rollercoaster right now, but here's why diversifying across ASX shares is a…

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Cheap Shares

Why the Telstra share price looks cheap today

| Ken Hall

The Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS) share price has been under pressure for years, but is it being undervalued by…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

How to make your ASX share portfolio safer in 2020

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With the Aussie share market on a rollercoaster ride in 2020, here are a few blue-chip ASX shares to help…

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Retail Shares

Are ASX retail shares back in the buy zone?

| Ken Hall

New data suggests ASX retail shares might be weathering the coronavirus storm in 2020, but will Aussies keep spending this…

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Share Gainers

Forget WAAAX or FAANG: This ASX share is up 184% in 1 month

| Ken Hall

ASX shares were hammered lower in March, but why has this $500 million wagering share surged 184.03% in the space…

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Coronavirus News

Will coronavirus squeeze ASX bank shares further?

| Ken Hall

ASX bank shares like CBA have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, but could the big four shares fall…

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⏸️ Investing

Is now the time to buy ASX blue chip shares?

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As the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) continues to fall lower, is it time to buy undervalued ASX blue-chip shares…

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 dividend shares that bucked the market yesterday

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Despite the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) slumping 2.46% lower on Tuesday, these 3 ASX 200 dividend shares beat the…

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Bank Shares

Why Macquarie shares are different to the big 4 ASX banks

| Ken Hall

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG) shares have been hit hard in 2020, but could these key differences make them better…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Why are these ASX 200 dividend shares climbing higher?

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Despite a rollercoaster 2020 so far, Blackmores Limited (ASX: BKL) and 2 other ASX 200 dividend shares surged higher on…

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⏸️ Portfolio Construction

Where I'd invest $10,000 in ASX 200 shares today

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If you're looking to invest $10,000 of your hard-earned money into ASX 200 shares, here's a few big names to…

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REITs

The tale of 3 ASX 200 REITs in 2020

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A number of ASX 200 REITs have been smashed in 2020, but is National Storage REIT (ASX: NSR) one of…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 ASX 200 shares with strong dividend track records

| Ken Hall

ASX 200 shares have had a rollercoaster ride in 2020, but could these 3 companies with strong dividend histories be…

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 shares I'm watching this week

| Ken Hall

After another volatile week for the Aussie share market, find out why I'm watching Xero Limited (ASX: XRO) and 2…

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Technology Shares

Can ASX tech shares outperform in 2020?

| Ken Hall

ASX tech shares have had a rollercoaster ride in the last couple of months, but can they outperform the S&P/ASX…

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Dividend Investing

3 high-quality ASX 200 shares to buy for the long-term

| Ken Hall

ASX 200 shares have been smashed in the 2020 bear market, but could blue-chip companies like BHP Group Ltd (ASX:…

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Healthcare Shares

Can the CSL share price growth be repeated?

| Ken Hall

The CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) share price is up more than 40,000% since its IPO, but could we see even…

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Share Market News

Are ASX 200 shares in a bull or bear market?

| Ken Hall

ASX 200 shares have seen huge price swings in recent months, but are we in a bull or bear market…

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Defensive Shares

Are Nanosonics shares a good defensive buy?

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Nanosonics Ltd (ASX: NAN) shares are up nearly 300% in 5 years, but are they a good defensive buy in…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 ASX 200 dividend shares climbing higher in April

| Ken Hall

Many of the ASX 200 dividend shares have been smashed by the 2020 bear market, but here are 3 big…

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Bank Shares

Where will ASX 200 bank shares end up in 2020?

| Ken Hall

ASX 200 bank shares like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) could be in the buy zone despite flagging dividend…

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Defensive Shares

This ASX 200 gold share is up 900% in 5 years. Is there still time to buy?

| Ken Hall

Shares in ASX 200 gold miner Saracen Mineral Holdings Limited (ASX: SAR) are up 900% in 5 years, but is…

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