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Matthew Farley

Matthew started writing coverage of the financial markets during the crypto boom of 2017 and was also a team member of several fintech startups. He then started writing about Australian and US equities for various publications. His work has appeared in MarketBeat, FXStreet, Cryptoslate, Seeking Alpha, and the New Scientist magazine, among others.

Recent Articles

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Earnings Results

Lottery Corporation share price drops despite $373 million profit

| Matthew Farley

We check the FY22 results for the spun-off lotteries and Keno operator that listed on the ASX in May.

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Earnings Results

BrainChip share price up on 529% revenue surge

| Matthew Farley

The ASX artificial intelligence tech company has posted its 1H FY22 results this morning.

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Materials Shares

Why did the Sayona Mining share price beat the ASX All Ords on Tuesday?

| Matthew Farley

The ASX lithium share didn't enjoy some of the big gains it has experienced recently but still performed better than…

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Energy Shares

Why is the Woodside share price having such a cracker of a day?

| Matthew Farley

Woodside shares are beating the market by a significant margin.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Arafura share price leaping 5% today?

| Matthew Farley

What's behind the climb in the rare earths explorer's shares today?

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Earnings Results

Endeavour share price drops 9% despite $495 million profit

| Matthew Farley

The Endeavour share price is lower today after the company posted a mixed earnings card for FY22.

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Earnings Results

Pilbara Minerals share price on watch following maiden $560m profit

| Matthew Farley

Pilbara Minerals announced its FY22 earnings this morning. Here are the details.

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Share Market News

3 ASX mining shares that went gangbusters on Monday

| Matthew Farley

Three ASX mining shares far outshone their sectors' performances today. Let's check which ones.

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Share Market News

3 ASX All Ords shares cracking new highs on Monday

| Matthew Farley

Let's check which companies' share prices are flying high this Monday.

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Earnings Results

Star Entertainment share price slides on $32 million loss

| Matthew Farley

The casino group released its earnings report today.

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Earnings Results

oOh! Media Ltd share price jumps 9% on big earnings increase

| Matthew Farley

Shares in the outdoor advertising company are up on Monday morning amid a positive earnings card.

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Technology Shares

When is ASX tech share BrainChip expected to become profitable?

| Matthew Farley

BrainChip's profitability is hard to gauge due to lack of analyst coverage, but we can look over some of its…

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Cryptocurrencies

The Aussie-born crypto platform taking on Ethereum

| Matthew Farley

A new platform is being launched by a 25-year-old Aussie millionaire.

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Earnings Results

AGL share price dips after 58% profit slash

| Matthew Farley

The energy giant reported its FY22 earnings card this morning. Here are the details.

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Bank Shares

Up 10%, why has the Westpac share price smashed other ASX banks this past month?

| Matthew Farley

The Westpac share price has surged this month despite rocky Q3 earnings results.

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Earnings Results

Orora share price slips despite $187 million profit

| Matthew Farley

A solid jump in profits in FY22 wasn't enough to excite investors.

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Earnings Results

Evolution Mining share price dives 4% on profit slump

| Matthew Farley

The gold miner's shares are slumping following the release of the company's FY22 results

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Earnings Results

HomeCo share price slides despite 970% profit boost

| Matthew Farley

The REIT's share price is lower today despite a significant earnings increase.

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Industrials Shares

Why did the Novonix share price nosedive 6% today?

| Matthew Farley

We check what happened to shares in the battery material technology company on Wednesday.

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Materials Shares

Here's why the Nickel Industries share price is climbing on Wednesday

| Matthew Farley

The company has updated the market on the latest move towards solar powering its processing plants.

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Earnings Results

Redbubble share price tumbles 40% as profit turns to loss

| Matthew Farley

The e-commerce company for artists reported a tough FY22 to the market today.

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Earnings Results

ReadyTech share price slips despite earnings increase

| Matthew Farley

The software as a service provider has notched a solid year.

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ESG

'Green premium': What could it mean for the Vulcan Energy share price?

| Matthew Farley

The ASX's low-carbon lithium producer has welcomed the findings of a new report.

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Earnings Results

Shopping Centres Australasia share price slips on FY22 results

| Matthew Farley

The REIT reported positive figures to the market today but is wary of rising interest rates.

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Earnings Results

SG Fleet share price rises on FY22 earnings increase

| Matthew Farley

The vehicle fleet management company has also announced a FY22 dividend increase.

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Broker Notes

Why one broker is bullish on this 'unloved and undervalued' ASX 200 share

| Matthew Farley

The company has not had a good time of it this year.

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Healthcare Shares

Why did the Opthea share price dive 9% on Monday?

| Matthew Farley

The biopharmaceutical company has announced new share issue arrangements.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Province Resources share price still halted?

| Matthew Farley

The green hydrogen company has requested an extension to its trading halt today.

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Earnings Results

Bluescope share price lifts 5% on record earnings

| Matthew Farley

The company has announced big increases in profits and cash flow.

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Energy Shares

Up 26% in a month, is the Paladin Energy share price on the comeback trail?

| Matthew Farley

Will this rally stick for the ASX uranium share after a tough trading year to date?

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Earnings Results

Enero share price jumps 7% as earnings rocket

| Matthew Farley

The markteing group has delivered its FY22 results. Here are the details.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Woolworths share price slides following MyDeal ACCC nod

| Matthew Farley

MyDeal shareholders will vote on the proposed acquisition next month.

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Earnings Results

IAG share price on watch as company reports $347 million in earnings

| Matthew Farley

IAG has reported its FY22 results. Here are the details.

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Share Gainers

Why did the Qantas share price fly higher today?

| Matthew Farley

Increased demand for travel and cheaper oil prices are helping to propel this ASX airline share higher.

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Earnings Results

QBE share price lifts despite $840 million income hit

| Matthew Farley

The insurance giant released its half-year earnings results this morning.

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Resources Shares

Why has the Sayona Mining share price rocketed almost 100% in a month?

| Matthew Farley

The lithium miner has been riding high recently. Here's why.

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Share Market News

3 ASX All Ordinaries shares rocking new 52-week highs on Wednesday

| Matthew Farley

Which All Ords shares have recorded new 12-month highs today?

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Healthcare Shares

Mayne Pharma share price rockets 25% on $680 million payday

| Matthew Farley

It's been a good day for the ASX pharmaceutical company.

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Energy Shares

Here's why the Pure Hydrogen share price is soaring 22% today

| Matthew Farley

Shares in the clean energy company are flying high on Wednesday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why is the GrainCorp share price up 7% today?

| Matthew Farley

The agribusiness has delivered good news to the market on Wednesday.

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