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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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Capital Raising

Westpac shares on watch after raising $770 million

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Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) shares are worth watching after the company raised $770 million from its share purchase plan.

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 events you missed on Tuesday

| Ken Hall

Catch up on all of the biggest news, events and announcements that you missed on another big day of ASX…

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Capital Raising

Why you should watch Bubs Australia shares this week

| Ken Hall

The Bubs Australia Ltd (ASX: BUB) share price is one to watch as the company returns to the ASX this…

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Record Highs

Why Fortescue Metals shares just hit a new record high

| Ken Hall

Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX: FMG) shares have rocketed higher to a new record high as the group's strong 2019…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why Bellamy's shares are set to exit the ASX

| Ken Hall

Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX: BAL) shares are counting down their days on the S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX: XJO) ahead of a takeover…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

IOOF shares on watch after ANZ acquisition update

| Ken Hall

IOOF Holdings Ltd (ASX: IFL) shares are worth watching after APRA approved the wealth manager's OnePath acquisition from ANZ.

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 events you missed on Monday

| Ken Hall

Find out all of the events, announcements and share price movements that you missed on another big day of ASX…

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Capital Raising

Why you should watch NRW Holdings shares this week

| Ken Hall

NRW Holdings Ltd (ASX: NWH) shares are worth watching this week as the group raises capital for its latest $116.4…

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Share Fallers

Is the Qantas share price overvalued right now?

| Ken Hall

The Qantas Airways Ltd (ASX: QAN) share price could come under pressure from its $2.5 billion frequent flyer liability in…

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Bank Shares

Why the Platinum Investment share price could be under pressure today

| Ken Hall

The Platinum Investment Management Ltd (ASX: PTM) share price is one to watch after reporting higher funds under management for…

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Healthcare Shares

Why Healius shares could be on the move this week

| Ken Hall

Healius Ltd (ASX: HLS) shares are on watch this week after an AFR article suggesting the company is looking at…

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Tax

Invest better in 2020 with these simple tips

| Ken Hall

If you're looking to invest better in 2020 and beat the average ASX investor, check out these top tips to…

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Bank Shares

Why the ANZ share price could be under pressure in December

| Ken Hall

ANZ Banking Group (ASX: ANZ) shares have underperformed in 2019. Now the Aussie bank could be under pressure to raise…

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⏸️ Dividends

Should you buy Harvey Norman shares for its dividend in 2020?

| Ken Hall

The Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd (ASX: HVN) has been a great dividend buy this year, but is it worth buying…

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Share Gainers

Why the Syrah Resources share price has rocketed 25% this week

| Ken Hall

The Syrah Resources Ltd (ASX: SYR) share price is causing issues for its huge number of short sellers after rocketing…

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 events you missed on Thursday

| Ken Hall

Find out everything that you missed on Thursday as the Big Four banks led the ASX 200 higher and reversed…

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Share Market News

Independence Group shares climb higher after takeover rejection

| Ken Hall

Independence Group NL (ASX: IGO) shares climbed higher today after a takeover offer for Panoramic Resources Ltd (ASX: PAN) was…

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Share Market News

Why Afterpay and Wisetech shares are down 8% this week

| Ken Hall

Afterpay and WiseTech Global shares have been rocketing higher in 2019 - but here's why they're under pressure this week.

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 events you missed on Wednesday

| Ken Hall

The ASX 200 slumped 1.6% lower on Wednesday after losing $45 billion on Tuesday. Find out all that you missed…

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Share Market News

EML Payments share price dips after capital raising

| Ken Hall

The EML Payments Ltd (ASX: EML) share price is falling after raising $93 million from retail shareholders at a steeply…

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Share Market News

TPG share price on watch after FY20 guidance and merger update

| Ken Hall

The TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX: TPM) share price is on watch after weaker FY20 guidance and an update on its…

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Share Market News

CSL shares on watch after annual R&D update

| Ken Hall

Shares in CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL) will be on watch this morning after the healthcare group's latest research and development…

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REITs

Should you buy Mirvac shares in a property boom?

| Ken Hall

Mirvac Group (ASX: MGR) shares have rocketed higher on the ASX in 2019 – but should you be buying in…

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Share Gainers

oOh!Media share price on watch after earnings upgrade

| Ken Hall

The oOh!media Ltd (ASX: OML) share price is one to watch in early trade after the company upgraded its underlying…

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 events you missed on Tuesday

| Ken Hall

The ASX 200 came crashing back to Earth on Tuesday as the benchmark index shed 150 points (2.19%) to close…

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REITs

Should you be buying REIT shares in December?

| Ken Hall

As we head towards the Christmas spending season, should you buy REITs in December or look at other ASX retail…

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Share Fallers

Elixinol share price slumps 6% after sale of Japanese cannabis arm

| Ken Hall

The Elixinol Global Ltd (ASX: EXL) share price has slumped in early trade after the ASX cannabis stock sold its…

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Resources Shares

Orocobre shares slump 5% after lithium pricing update

| Ken Hall

Shares in Orecobre Ltd (ASX: ORE) will be on watch after the pure play lithium miner lowered its price guidance…

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Share Gainers

Why the Altium share price climbed 11.4% higher in November

| Ken Hall

The Altium Ltd (ASX: ALU) share price rebounded 11.4% in November as the WAAAX stock arrested a two month long…

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Retail Shares

Metcash share price on watch after $237 million impairment

| Ken Hall

The Metcash Ltd (ASX: MTS) share price is one to watch after the retailer announced a $237.4 million impairment in…

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52-Week Highs

Why the Fortescue Metals share price just broke the $10 barrier

| Ken Hall

The Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (ASX: FMG) share price jumped 3% higher to break the $10 barrier and set a…

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Share Gainers

Santos share price could climb after 20% production target upgrade

| Ken Hall

The Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) share price is on watch after the energy group reported a 20% increase in its…

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Share Market News

3 ASX 200 events you missed on Monday

| Ken Hall

The ASX 200 kicked off the week with a strong performance on Monday as IMF Bentham Ltd (ASX: IMF) rocketed…

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Share Gainers

Perenti share price climbs higher after key updates

| Ken Hall

The Perenti Global Ltd (ASX: PRN) share price has climbed higher today after two key updates from the mining services…

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Capital Raising

Why the Sezzle share price is up 5% today

| Ken Hall

The Sezzle Inc Ltd (ASX: SZL) share price is one to watch after the company more than tripled its debt…

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Share Fallers

Why this ASX cannabis stock slumped 30% this morning

| Ken Hall

ASX cannabis stock Creso Pharma Ltd (ASX: CPH) has had its share price hammered nearly 30% at the market open…

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Share Gainers

Bigtincan share price lifts on $2.8 million contract win

| Ken Hall

The Bigtincan Holdings Ltd (ASX: BTH) share price is on watch today after landing a $2.8 million contract with global…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why the Amaysim share price is popping this morning

| Ken Hall

The amaysim Australia Ltd (ASX: AYS) share price is one to watch this morning after a new acquisition and private…

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Capital Raising

Viva Leisure shares on watch after acquisition news

| Ken Hall

Viva Leisure Ltd (ASX: VVA) shares will be on watch when they return from a trading halt after an acquisition…

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Share Market News

Are Rio or BHP shares the better buy in 2020?

| Ken Hall

Could BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) shares be better value than Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) in 2020 after heavily…

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