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Peter Stephens

Having held various senior management positions in the manufacturing sector, Peter founded his own manufacturing company in 1996 that was subsequently sold in 2007. Meanwhile, his passion for investing remains strong and he couples this with writing for The Motley Fool as a freelancer. His investment style is value-oriented, focusing on company fundamentals as well as assessing the strength and presence of a competitive advantage. While above-average growth prospects remain very attractive, a greater focus on dividends has crept in since Peter became a part-time retiree in 2007.

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2 high-yield stocks on attractive valuations

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Looking for a high-yield with upside potential? Then look no further than Adelaide Brighton Ltd. (ASX:ABC) and Automotive Group Holdings…

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3 reasons to stick with your Caltex Australia Limited shares

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Caltex Australia Limited (ASX:CTX) could have a bright future for these 3 reasons.

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3 attractive growth stocks: Veda Group Ltd, PanAust Limited and Sirtex Medical Limited

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8,500 points could be a future scenario for the ASX and Veda Group Ltd (ASX:VED), PanAust Limited (ASX:PNA) and Sirtex…

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Worleyparsons Limited and Mermaid Marine Australia Limited: Should you buy?

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Is now the right time to take a position in Worleyparsons Limited (ASX:WOR) and Mermaid Marine Australia Limited (ASX:MRM)?

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GWA Group Ltd and Corporate Travel Management Ltd: Should you buy?

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After mixed performances in 2014, is now the right time to buy GWA Group Ltd (ASX:GWA) and Corporate Travel Management…

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4 reasons to buy Australia and New Zealand Banking Group

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Shares in Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) could be worth buying for these 4 reasons.

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3 reasons to stick with your AMP Limited shares

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Here’s why AMP Limited (ASX:AMP) could be well-worth holding on to.

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3 reasons to buy Spotless Group Holdings Ltd

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Recently listed Spotless Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:SPO) could be a winner. Here are 3 reasons why.

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3 dirt cheap growth stocks to boost your returns

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Seeking growth at a reasonable price? Then look no further than BlueScope Steel Limited (ASX:BSL), CSR Limited (ASX:CSR) and Western…

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Should you buy Village Roadshow Ltd or Amalgamated Holdings Limited?

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Which cinema chain is more likely to boost your portfolio returns: Village Roadshow Ltd (ASX:VRL) or Amalgamated Holdings Limited (ASX:AHD)?

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McMillan Shakespeare Limited's profit has fallen by 12%: Should you buy?

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Full year results at McMillan Shakespeare Limited (ASX:MMS) were down year-on-year, but is it still worth buying a slice of?

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Should you buy Primary Health Care Limited?

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With sentiment being weak, is Primary Health Care Limited (ASX:PRY) really worth buying?

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3 reasons to buy Navitas Limited

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After a challenging few months, Navitas Limited (ASX:NVT) could be worth buying for these 3 reasons.

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3 stocks on attractive valuations that yield over 5%

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Looking to boost your income? Then make sure you buy stocks on good valuations.

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2 bargain gold mining stocks: OceanaGold Corporation and Independence Group NL

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OceanaGold Corporation (ASX:OGC) and Independence Group NL (ASX:IGO) could boost your portfolio. Here’s why.

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3 reasons to buy Fletcher Building Limited (Australia)

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After releasing upbeat results, here are 3 reasons why Fletcher Building Limited (Australia) (ASX:FBU) could be worth buying

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Should you buy Super Retail Group Ltd or Breville Group Ltd?

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Super Retail Group Ltd (ASX:SUL) and Breville Group Ltd (ASX:BRG) have both been feeling the pain.

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2 dirt cheap food stocks: Tassal Group Limited and Freedom Foods Group Ltd

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Despite performing well in 2014, Tassal Group Limited (ASX:TGR) and Freedom Foods Group Ltd (ASX:FNP) still look dirt cheap.

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Should you buy shares in Amalgamated Holdings Limited?

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Having reported mixed recent results, could Amalgamated Holdings Limited (ASX:AHD) still be worth buying at a relatively high valuation?

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Should you buy Transurban Group or APA Group?

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Which of these two infrastructure companies could be the best performer moving forward: Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) or APA Group (ASX:APA)?

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4 reasons to buy Wesfarmers Ltd

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Despite being at heady heights, shares in Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX:WES) could go higher. Here are 4 reasons why.

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Should you buy James Hardie Industries plc or Brickworks Limited?

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Although Brickworks Limited (ASX:BKW) has its merits, James Hardie Industries plc (ASX:JHX) could be an interesting alternative.

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4 reasons to buy Bradken Limited

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Bradken Limited (ASX:BKN) has had a tough year, but could be worth buying for these 4 reasons.

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3 essential stocks for value investors: Monadelphous Group Limited, STW Communications Group Ltd. and Cardno Limited

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Although the ASX has gained ground recently, here are three stocks that still appear to offer good value: Monadelphous Group…

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3 reasons to buy Growthpoint Properties Australia Ltd

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Growthpoint Properties Australia Ltd (ASX:GOZ) could be a great investment. Here are 3 reasons why.

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3 essential stocks for the growth investor: Nufarm Limited, Boral Limited and Cochlear Limited

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Here’s why Nufarm Limited (ASX:NUF), Boral Limited (ASX:BLD) and Cochlear Limited (ASX:COH) could be top notch growth plays.

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3 reasons to buy Nuplex Industries Ltd

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Although its shares have underperformed of late, Nuplex Industries Ltd (ASX:NPX) could be a strong buy. Here’s why.

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Should you buy Australand Property Group or DEXUS Property Group?

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Which is the better buy right now: Australand Property Group (ASX:ALZ) or DEXUS Property Group (ASX:DXS)?

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How these 3 stocks could boost your portfolio: SkyCity Entertainment Group Limited-Ord, Primary Health Care Limited and Abacus Property Group

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Although their fortunes have differed in 2014 thus far, SkyCity Entertainment Group Limited-Ord (ASX:SKC), Primary Health Care Limited (ASX:PRY) and…

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3 reasons to buy Woodside Petroleum Limited

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Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) could have a bright future. Here’s why.

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Should you buy Metcash Limited or Automotive Group Holdings Ltd?

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Which is the better buy: Metcash Limited (ASX: MTS) or Automotive Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: AHE)?

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Found: 3 great dividend stocks: Seven West Media Ltd, UGL Limited and Downer EDI Limited

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Here are 3 high-yielding stocks that could boost your income: Seven West Media Ltd (ASX:SWM), UGL Limited (ASX:UGL) and Downer…

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How you can retire rich with these 3 stocks: Santos Ltd, Slater & Gordon Limited and Crown Resorts Ltd

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Here’s why Santos Ltd (ASX:STO), Slater & Gordon Limited (ASX:SGH) and Crown Resorts Ltd (ASX:CWN) could be strong performers.

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The 3 stocks I'd buy first on the ASX: Bank of Queensland Limited, Automotive Group Holdings Ltd and Sky Network Television Ltd

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Here’s why Bank of Queensland Limited (ASX:BOQ), Automotive Group Holdings Ltd (ASX:AHE) and Sky Network Television Ltd (ASX:SKT) are my…

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3 defensive plays to combat an ASX pullback: AGL Energy Ltd, Toll Holdings Limited and Orica Ltd

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With volatility on the up, AGL Energy Ltd (ASX:AGK), Toll Holdings Limited (ASX:TOL) and Orica Ltd (ASX:ORI) could prove to…

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Should you buy Goodman Group or Stockland Corporation Ltd?

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Which property stock is the better buy right now: Goodman Group (ASX:GMG) or Stockland Corporation Ltd (ASX:SGP)?

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3 stocks that could beat the ASX: Suncorp Group Ltd, QBE Insurance Group Ltd and Australand Property Group

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Looking to beat the ASX? Here are 3 stocks that could make a positive contribution: Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN), QBE…

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Should you buy Bank of Queensland Limited or Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited?

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Although both banks have potential, is Bank of Queensland Limited (ASX:BOQ) or Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited (ASX:BEN) the better…

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3 bargain growth stocks: Greencross Limited, G8 Education Ltd and M2 Group Ltd

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Struggling to find growth at a reasonable price? Then look no further than Greencross Limited (ASX:GXL), G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM)…

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3 bargain blue-chips: Rio Tinto Limited, Insurance Australia Group Limited and Westpac Banking Corp

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Here are 3 high quality mega caps that offer great value: Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO), Insurance Australia Group Limited (ASX:IAG)…

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