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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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Share Fallers

The Afterpay share price has plummeted lower on Friday

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The Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX: APT) share price fell as much as 4.5% in Friday’s trade as the stock saw…

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Share Market News

ASX blue-chip mining share prices could surge on Thursday

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BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) share prices could soar higher this morning on strong commodity…

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Share Gainers

Why the Afterpay share price soared 4.80% higher on Wednesday

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The Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX: APT) share price has charged 4.80% higher on Wednesday.

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Share Market News

Weak CBA results see Big Four banks' share prices tumble lower

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Australia’s Big Four banks' share prices have fallen sharply in early trade following Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s (ASX: CBA) half-year…

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Share Market News

Why I think the Big Four bank share price bonanza will be short-lived

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The share prices of Australia’s major banks have charged higher today following the release of the Financial Services Royal Commission…

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Share Market News

Big 4 share prices closed higher on Monday, wealth managers down on Royal Commission report

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The share prices of Australia’s major banks have jumped sharply higher on Monday morning ahead of the release of the…

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Share Market News

Why the Alumina share price climbed higher on Monday

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The Alumina Limited (ASX: AWC) share price charged as much as 2.9% higher at market open on Monday morning.

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Share Market News

Why the Macquarie share price continues to soar

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The Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG) share price has continued to soar in recent years including an incredible 460% rise…

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Bank Shares

Why the Big Four banks' share prices fell this week

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Shares in Australia's Big Four banks have been hammered this week ahead of Commissioner Kenneth Hayne delivering his final report…

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Share Market News

What happened to Australian REITs this week?

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Share prices of the largest Australian real estate investment trusts (A-REITs) have had a mixed bag of results this week…

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Share Gainers

Why the Seven Group share price closed 4% higher on Thursday

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The Seven Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: SVW) share price closed 3.88% higher at $15.79 per share on Thursday.

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Share Fallers

The Qantas share price crashed 5% today: Is the Virgin share price a better buy?

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The Qantas Airways Limited (ASX: QAN) share price crashed lower today; here is why I prefer Virgin Australia Holdings Ltd (ASX: VAH).

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Technology Shares

Why Appen shares aren't on my buy list in 2019

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The Appen Ltd (ASX: APX) share price has surged 25% higher this year, but I’ve listed a few key points that…

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Share Market News

Why the Regis Resources share price could surge higher on Wednesday

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Here’s why I think the Regis Resources Ltd (ASX: RRL) share price could charge higher today.

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Share Market News

The Vocus Group share price has quietly charged higher in January

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While all eyes were on Telstra and TPG on Tuesday, I’ve had my eye on the Vocus Group Ltd (ASX: VOC)…

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Share Market News

Incitec Pivot share price closes 8% lower on profit downgrade

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The Incitec Pivot Limited (ASX: IPL) share price plummeted on Tuesday, closing 7.87% lower at $3.28 after the company lowered its…

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Share Market News

Could the AMP share price land in the buy zone next week?

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With Commissioner Kenneth Hayne’s final report due to be delivered to the Governor-General next Monday, could the AMP Limited (ASX:…

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Share Gainers

Why ASX gold miners are charging higher today

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Today’s gold price is sustained just above the US$1300 per ounce threshold ahead of the FOMC meeting, which has triggered…

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⏸️ Portfolio Construction

The ASX defensive stock rounding out my "2019-proof" portfolio

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In anticipation of higher volatility and a waning economic outlook, here's how I'm building my "2019-proof" investment portfolio.

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⏸️ Portfolio Construction

My top ASX growth stock to help "2019-proof" my portfolio

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In anticipation of higher volatility and a waning economic outlook, here's how I'm building my "2019-proof" investment portfolio.

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⏸️ Portfolio Construction

How I'm building my "2019-proof" investment portfolio

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In anticipation of higher volatility and a waning economic outlook, here's how I'm building my "2019-proof" investment portfolio.

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Share Market News

Afterpay share price charges higher as regulatory risk subsides

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The Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX: APT) share price has charged 3.78% this morning as the threat of regulation appears to…

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Share Market News

Strong Q4 2018 results see ASX energy share prices surge higher

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ASX energy stocks have been the star performers in Thursday morning trade.

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Share Market News

Roller-coaster continues for ASX mining shares amid quarterly reporting season

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A roller-coaster 2019 for ASX200 mining stocks has continued this morning with several major players releasing their December 2018 quarterly…

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Share Market News

Will 2019 spell the death of ASX life insurance returns?

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The Challenger Limited (ASX: CGF) share price has been in freefall this morning. Is this an ominous warning for the life…

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Resources Shares

Origin Energy share price on watch as Ironbark sale delayed

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The Origin Energy Ltd (ASX: ORG) share price will be on watch today after speculation that the planned sale of its…

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Share Market News

Déjà Vu for ASX200 mining shares as 2019 slump continues

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ASX200 metals and mining stocks like Regis Resources Limited (ASX: RRL), St Barbara Ltd (ASX: SBM) and Saracen Mineral Holdings Limited (ASX:…

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Share Market News

ASX aged care share prices hammered on Friday as Royal Commission kicks off

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ASX aged care share prices were hammered today as the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety kicked off.

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Share Market News

Why ASX travel shares look set to take-off in 2019

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I look at 3 ASX200 travel companies that have gotten off to a flyer in early January and look set…

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Share Market News

A2 Milk shares have surged 14% this year, but is there a better alternative?

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The A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX: A2M) share price has risen 14% in 2019 so far.

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Retail Shares

The Kogan share price surged 22% higher on Thursday, so why am I avoiding Aussie retailers?

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Kogan.com Limited's (ASX: KGN) share price closed 22% higher today, but I'm avoiding Aussie retailers. Here's why...

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Share Market News

3 ASX shares that climbed higher this week

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The Ausdrill Limited (ASX: ASL), InvoCare Limited (ASX: IVC) and Bingo Industries Ltd (ASX: BIN) share prices have all climbed…

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Share Fallers

ASX200 Mining shares tumble on weak commodities prices

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ASX200 metals and mining shares were smashed in morning trade today.

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Technology Shares

Afterpay share price jumps 2% higher in early trade after US tech rally

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The Afterpay Touch Group Ltd (ASX: APT) share price has jumped in early trade after strong technology performance on Wall…

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Share Market News

The Navitas share price charged 13% higher on Tuesday – but is it a buy?

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The Navitas Limited (ASX: NVT) share price shot up on Tuesday after an increased takeover offer - but is it…

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Share Gainers

The Syrah Resources share price has surged 30% so far in 2019

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One of today's top performers, the Syrah Resources Limited (ASX: SYR) share price has surged 30% higher so far in…

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