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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!

Recent Articles

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⏸️ Shares for Super Retirement

Why you can never have too much super

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If you're working hard and planning for retirement, you might wonder if you have too much in super. In my…

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Bank Shares

What does CBA's result mean for Westpac shares?

| Ken Hall

The Westpac Banking Corporation (ASX: WBC) share price has been under pressure in recent months - but is February the…

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Technology Shares

Why the Appen share price could be a buy today

| Ken Hall

The Appen Ltd (ASX: APX) share price is up nearly 4,000% in 5 years – but should you buy before…

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Share Gainers

Altium shares are up more than 1000% in 5 years. Should you buy?

| Ken Hall

Altium Limited (ASX: ALU) shares are up 1,000% in the last 5 years – but is there time to buy…

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Share Market News

3 ASX events you missed on Thursday

| Ken Hall

A recap of the top things you missed on Thursday as the S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX: XJO) climbed past the 7,100…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

National Veterinary Care share price on watch after sale update

| Ken Hall

The National Veterinary Care Ltd (ASX: NVL) share price is on watch after an update on its proposed takeover.

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Share Market News

Does Alumina's 12% dividend yield make it the best ASX dividend share?

| Ken Hall

Alumina Ltd (ASX: AWC) boasts the highest yield of any ASX dividend shares - but is the commodities risk worth…

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Record Highs

Why the Breville share price is at an all-time high

| Ken Hall

The Breville Group Ltd (ASX: BRG) share price is trading at an all-time high ahead of its half-year earnings -…

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Share Market News

ASX Ltd shares on the move after steady results

| Ken Hall

The ASX Ltd (ASX: ASX) share price has fluctuated in early trade, after the Aussie exchange reported a solid half-year…

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Share Market News

Why this ASX tech investment group is on watch today

| Ken Hall

Shares in ASX tech investment group Bailador Technology Investments Ltd (ASX: BTI) are on watch after the group's half-year earnings…

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Resources Shares

Woodside Petroleum shares on watch as profit slumps 74%

| Ken Hall

The Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX: WPL) share price is on watch after a huge drop in FY19 statutory profit but…

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Bank Shares

AMP share price on watch after posting $2.5 billion loss

| Ken Hall

The AMP Limited (ASX: AMP) share price is one to watch after the wealth manager reported a full-year $2.5 billion…

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Share Market News

3 ASX events you missed on Wednesday

| Ken Hall

A recap of the top things you missed on Wednesday as the S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX: XJO) continued to climb on…

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Share Fallers

Why the IAG share price could slump lower today

| Ken Hall

The Insurance Australia Group (ASX: IAG) share price is on watch after slashing its dividend and FY 2020 insurance margin…

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Share Market News

Computershare share price on watch after 52% profit drop

| Ken Hall

The Computershare Ltd (ASX: CPU) share price is on watch this morning after reporting a 51.9% slump in first-half net…

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52-Week Lows

Are Mayne Pharma shares in the bargain bin?

| Ken Hall

Mayne Pharma Group Ltd (ASX: MYX) shares have slumped to a new 52-week low. Is now the time to pick…

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Share Market News

3 ASX events you missed on Tuesday

| Ken Hall

Your recap of the top things you missed on another big Tuesday for the ASX as corporate earnings dragged the…

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Share Gainers

Why the CIMIC share price is surging higher today

| Ken Hall

The CIMIC Group Ltd (ASX: CIM) share price has jumped in early trade after a new contract announcement from the…

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⏸️ Growth Investing

Are Afterpay and the WAAAX shares good value?

| Ken Hall

If you're wondering whether to buy Afterpay and the other WAAAX shares, find out which ones I think are good…

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Retail Shares

Why I think the JB Hi-Fi share price could climb higher

| Ken Hall

The JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX: JBH) share price has rocketed higher after a strong result. But could this one factor…

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Share Market News

3 ASX events you missed on Monday

| Ken Hall

Your daily recap of the top news, events and announcements affecting ASX shares on Monday.

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REITs

Why the GPT share price is on watch this morning

| Ken Hall

The GPT Group (ASX: GPT) share price is one to watch today after the ASX 200 REIT reported strong earnings…

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Share Market News

Why the Aurizon share price is one to watch today

| Ken Hall

The Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX: AZJ) share price is on watch after the ASX 200 group's half-year results release this…

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Record Highs

How high will the Polynovo share price climb in 2020?

| Ken Hall

The Polynovo Ltd (ASX: PNV) share price has rocketed to a new record high – but how much further will…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 ASX 200 shares I'm watching this week

| Ken Hall

3 of the largest ASX 200 shares are releasing their results this week. Here are a few key things that…

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Record Highs

Will Macquarie shares hit $150 this week?

| Ken Hall

Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG) shares are at a new all-time high – but can they hit $150 per share…

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⏸️ How to Invest

How to invest for the future

| Ken Hall

Here are a few things to think about before you start to invest for your children's future in 2020.

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Tax

How to pay less tax and boost your ASX returns

| Ken Hall

A few simple strategies to pay less tax on your investments and get higher overall returns from your ASX shares…

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Dividend Investing

How this 1 simple investing trick could make you a millionaire

| Ken Hall

If you're an ASX dividend investor who is planning for your long-term future, this one decision could be the key…

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⏸️ Personal Loans

How to pay down debt quickly and invest more in ASX shares

| Ken Hall

It can be hard to pay down debt and get back in control. Here are a few easy tips to…

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52-Week Highs

This ASX 200 insurer just hit a 52-week high. Should you buy?

| Ken Hall

QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX: QBE) shares are trading at a 52-week high today – but is this the right…

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Share Gainers

Are Afterpay shares more valuable than Qantas?

| Ken Hall

Afterpay Ltd (ASX: APT) shares have rocketed higher in 2020, but is the BNPL company really worth more than Qantas…

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Share Market News

3 ASX events you missed on Thursday

| Ken Hall

Your daily recap of the top news, events and announcements affecting ASX shares on Thursday.

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52-Week Lows

Is the IAG share price good value right now?

| Ken Hall

The Insurance Australia Group Ltd (ASX: IAG) share price is at a new 52-week low - but could it really…

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Share Market News

3 ASX events you missed on Wednesday

| Ken Hall

Get your daily recap of ASX news, events and announcements on another big Wednesday for Aussie shares.

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Record Highs

Can anything stop Magellan shares in 2020?

| Ken Hall

Magellan Financial Group (ASX: MFG) shares are at a new record high. Can anything slow down the investment returns in…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Is the Wesfarmers share price good value right now?

| Ken Hall

The Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES) share price is near its all-time high - but is now a good time to…

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Record Highs

Why shares in this ASX fintech are up 11% today

| Ken Hall

Shares in ASX fintech group Smartpay Holdings (ASX: SMP) have rocketed 11% higher today after a strong third-quarter update.

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Share Market News

Why shares in this ASX REIT are climbing higher today

| Ken Hall

Shares in Centuria Metropolitan REIT (ASX: CMA) are climbing higher today after a strong half-year result from the Office REIT.

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Share Market News

Why Janus Henderson shares are on watch today

| Ken Hall

Janus Henderson Group (ASX: JHG) shares are on watch this morning after the investment group reported its full-year results for…

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