Matthew Farley, Author at The Motley Fool Australia

Recent Articles

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Share Market News

Looking for bear market bargains? 3 ASX shares to buy before 2023

December 14, 2022 | Matthew Farley

These three shares look poised to recover strongly.

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Broker Notes

The difference between uncertainty and risk': 5 ASX shares this fundie is backing for 2023

December 9, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Which shares is the fundie buying up for next year?

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Resources Shares

The Sayona Mining share price went backwards in November. What now?

December 6, 2022 | Matthew Farley

The ASX lithium company expects to increase production next year.

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Healthcare Shares

Why did the CSL share price leap 7% in November?

December 1, 2022 | Matthew Farley

The biotech's share price could have been boosted by the company's R&D presentation.

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Communication Shares

Why did Telstra have a mediocre performance in November?

November 30, 2022 | Matthew Farley

The telco giant enjoyed some positive coverage this month, but some blows as well.

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Energy Shares

Are AGL shares a good investment right now?

November 29, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Here are some factors to consider about the ASX energy giant.

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Technology Shares

Why did the BrainChip share price slide 5% on Monday?

November 28, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Investors may be holding their breath this week as they wait for the Federal Reserve to release several reports on…

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Materials Shares

Why is the Allkem share price diving 8% today?

November 25, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Allkem shares are heading lower today amid a pullback in the price of lithium.

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Materials Shares

3 reasons this fundie is still bullish on ASX mining shares

November 25, 2022 | Matthew Farley

China's return to focusing on its economic growth could become a major catalyst for Australian mining stocks.

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Technology Shares

Why did the BrainChip share price leap 7% today?

November 23, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Shares in the AI company could have lifted higher on improving investor sentiment.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Renascor Resources share price rocketing 46% this month?

November 22, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Some important developments for Renascor have unfolded over the past month.

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Materials Shares

What has this top broker got against South32 shares?

November 22, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Macquarie believes South32 is no longer a fit for its model portfolio.

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Healthcare Shares

Why did the Mesoblast share price soar 9% today?

November 21, 2022 | Matthew Farley

There are a couple of reasons why investors felt bullish about Mesoblast on Monday.

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Resources Shares

Why is the Rio Tinto share price trailing the ASX 200 on Monday?

November 21, 2022 | Matthew Farley

The Rio Tinto share is falling along with its peers in the materials sector on Monday.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX All Ords shares that had a cracking run on Friday

November 18, 2022 | Matthew Farley

These All Ords shares all made huge gains despite there being no news from them today.

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Energy Shares

What dragged on the Santos share price today?

November 17, 2022 | Matthew Farley

The oil and gas giant is suffering from a couple of different headwinds this week.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why did the Flight Centre share price trounce the ASX 200 today?

November 17, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Flight Centre's shares rose as one of its travel peers delivered enouraging news.

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Share Market News

Why ASX 200 'investors should brace for impact': Morgan Stanley

November 17, 2022 | Matthew Farley

The broker believes rising interest rates could kick off a recessionary cycle in the economy.

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Resources Shares

3 ASX mining shares on ice today pending big news

November 16, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Why are these shares halted on Wednesday?

Share Market News

3 ASX mining shares that surged over 20% Tuesday

November 15, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Why did these ASX mining shares thrash the market today?

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Share Market News

It's not all bad news for ASX All Ords shares on Tuesday. Here are some major winners

November 15, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Why did these ASX All Ords shares climb higher today? Let's take a look.

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Materials Shares

Up 20% in a month, here's the bull and bear case for the Lynas share price

November 15, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Experts are mixed on the outlook for the producer of rare earth materials.

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Industrials Shares

Why did the Qantas share price have such a lousy start to the week?

November 14, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Qantas has found itself embroiled in a new Federal Court claim.

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Technology Shares

Why is the BrainChip share price booming 6% on Friday?

November 11, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Its shares are lifting amid easing inflation in the US and the prospect of smaller interest rate hikes.

Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Can this help A2 Milk pick up the pieces in China?

November 11, 2022 | Matthew Farley

A2 Milk has appointed a new chief supply chain officer to boost business in China.

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Materials Shares

Up 75% in 2022, is it time to cash in on Sayona Mining shares?

November 10, 2022 | Matthew Farley

One broker believes that Sayona's shares are a sell over the short term.

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Materials Shares

Why has the Sayona Mining share price dumped 33% in 2 months?

November 9, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Why are investors selling shares in Sayona Mining?

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Resources Shares

Whitehaven share price dives 9% as floods hit guidance

November 9, 2022 | Matthew Farley

The effect of floods put a damper on operations at all three open-cut mines in September, and this wet weather…

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Bank Shares

Looking to buy CBA shares? Here's the latest on the bank's class action

November 8, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Will the CBA share price survive the company's time in court?

Resources Shares

These 3 ASX resources shares exploded more than 35% on Monday

November 7, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Which ASX resources shares had a superb run on Monday?

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Share Market News

How did Pendal shares fare today amid takeover talk and an earnings update?

November 4, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Pendal reported a 32% decline in earnings this afternoon.

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Industrials Shares

Qantas boss says 'we're back', but should you buy the ASX airline share?

November 4, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Executives state that Qantas is benefiting from a strong rebound in domestic and international travel.

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Energy Shares

With 8% yield, are Woodside shares a dividend no-brainer buy?

November 4, 2022 | Matthew Farley

One expert believes Woodside is a 'great stock'.

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Materials Shares

Why has the Paladin Energy share price surged 11% in a month?

November 4, 2022 | Matthew Farley

Some positive developments emerged for Paladin which could have supported its share price.