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Mitchell Lawler

Mitchell Lawler is a site writer at The Motley Fool Australia. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering and previously worked in the consulting space while his interest in equities grew. Mitchell is now completing his studies in finance and wealth management and hopes to help others in their investing journey.

Recent Articles

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Opinions

Which ASX shares could soar if AI falls into a $500 billion hole?

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The math ain't mathing for one professional investor.

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How to invest

This Warren Buffett metric is at a never-before-seen high! What does it mean?

| Mitchell Lawler

Warren Buffett's valuation indicator could be sending a warning.

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ETFs

Want the best ASX 200 ETF? Look no further: Morgan Stanley

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Which ETF comes out the winner when you pit three of the biggest, most-popular, and lowest-cost ETFs against each other?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

GYG share price ends the week at $28. Is $62 in its future?

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When doubling your money still may not be enough.

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Materials Shares

Fortescue shares red-hot as court reveals company espionage

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Fortescue's intellectual property legal pursuit descends into professional spying.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Lendlease shares crack as watchdog growls at $1.3 billion payday

| Mitchell Lawler

A lack of competition could prevent this real estate group from cashing in.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 70% in a year, this ASX stock has just entered voluntary administration

| Mitchell Lawler

This Aussie company appears to be on death's doorstep. What happens now?

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Materials Shares

Which ASX lithium shares are financially primed to survive this rut?

| Mitchell Lawler

Are some of the most popular ASX lithium shares at risk of succumbing to a tough environment?

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Real Estate Shares

ASX 200 stock rallies as monopoly remains intact

| Mitchell Lawler

This company is turning out to hold a monopoly that's too hard for government to crack.

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Cheap Shares

Macquarie names 6 ASX shares to buy in July after tax-loss selling

| Mitchell Lawler

Investors might find a bargain as falling stocks cop a tax-driven smackdown.

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Opinions

Should I buy Guzman Y Gomez shares on the ASX?

| Mitchell Lawler

Is the growth story enough to get GYG over the line and into my portfolio?

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Opinions

Are Fortescue shares a contrarian buy after falling 20% in a month?

| Mitchell Lawler

Are investors putting too much weight on the jitters of the market or is the Fortescue fall fair?

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IPOs

Who owns Guzman y Gomez shares?

| Mitchell Lawler

Holy Guacamole! These investors have a lot of money in Guzman y Gomez shares.

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin ETF hits the ASX. Here's what you need to know

| Mitchell Lawler

History is being written on the ASX today as it welcomes its first Bitcoin ETF.

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International Stock News

Nvidia shares reach world's most valuable milestone. Where to now?

| Mitchell Lawler

Nvidia beats out Apple and Microsoft to be number one in the world.

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Superannuation

Maximising superannuation: Are you losing out due to 'poor asset allocation'?

| Mitchell Lawler

Does your superannuation reflect the way you want to be invested? It might be time to double-check.

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Materials Shares

Fortescue shares drop as $1.1 billion stake hits the market

| Mitchell Lawler

A major investor is pulling the pin on Fortescue shares, sending the share price lower.

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Dividend Investing

Guess which ASX 200 stock just boosted its dividend payout ratio

| Mitchell Lawler

Half of free cash flow now the minimum that shareholders can expect to receive in passive income from this investment.

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Opinions

Why I just bagged $3,500 of this money-printing ASX stock

| Mitchell Lawler

Been to a pub lately? This company sells a machine that prints money for the owners.

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How to invest

3 lessons my seven-bagger ASX 200 stock has taught me

| Mitchell Lawler

Three valuable lessons from investing in one of the highest-quality companies on the ASX.

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Opinions

Investing like billionaire Bill Ackman: 2 ASX stocks ticking all boxes

| Mitchell Lawler

Investing like a legend of the craft isn't as complicated as you might think.

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How to invest

Buying shares? Don't fall prey to this commonly disastrous mistake

| Mitchell Lawler

Don't go buying shares before checking your appetite first.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 200 billionaire is buying up big again

| Mitchell Lawler

A gloomy outlook in the short term isn't enough to scare this billionaire away from buying.

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Opinions

Which ASX stock I'd rather buy than Nvidia at $1,148 per share

| Mitchell Lawler

I'm being cautious not to get sucked into the AI euphoria. Here's my money-making alternative to tech's kingpin.

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Financial Shares

IAG shares caught in a storm as millions join 'loyalty' lawsuit

| Mitchell Lawler

Allegations levelled at this insurance giant could lead to a costly exercise.

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ETFs

Record highs! Is it too late to buy the Nasdaq 100 (NDQ) ETF on the ASX?

| Mitchell Lawler

AI mania is taking the tech-centric index to new heights. Should investors hold off on buying into the local Nasdaq…

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Share Fallers

Guess which ASX All Ords share is diving 11% to record lows today

| Mitchell Lawler

A more cautious spender is throwing a spanner in the works of this automotive dealership.

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Opinions

ASX growth stock on the cusp of profitability: My multibagger pick

| Mitchell Lawler

I'm hoping to buy this small-cap stock and turn $5,000 into $20,000.

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Opinions

Top ASX stock to buy as a thrifty investor (the old Warren Buffett way)

| Mitchell Lawler

I reckon this ASX stock would be a prime contender if Warren Buffett was working with $10,000 or less and…

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Earnings Results

Xero share price leaps 8% on staggering earnings upheaval

| Mitchell Lawler

A major turnaround in profitability is sending investors into a frenzy over Xero shares today.

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Financial Shares

IAG share price teases 4-year high amid cyber expedition

| Mitchell Lawler

This insurance giant is partnering up industry leaders to cover the costly damage from cyberattacks.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why this under-the-radar ASX 200 stock is in a trading halt

| Mitchell Lawler

It looks like this top 200 company is ready to splash some cash again.

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Share Fallers

Why this ASX 200 healthcare stock is tumbling 6% today

| Mitchell Lawler

Inflation pressures are claiming another victim as this healthcare giant lowers its FY24 expectations.

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Communication Shares

Telstra share price slips amid 2,800 cuts for growth

| Mitchell Lawler

Australia's biggest telco is setting its sights on improved profitability with this cost-cutting move.

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Technology Shares

Up 53% in a month, how Nuix shares are winning back investors

| Mitchell Lawler

Is this ASX tech share back in the good books of investors?

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Earnings Results

Why is this ASX All Ords stock staying strong as profits crash 76%

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How is this company's share price marching higher after mowing down more than three-quarters of its profits compared to a…

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Are Star shares now rolling the dice on a rescue bid?

| Mitchell Lawler

Rumour is that a US-based casino operator is ready to revamp this fallen star.

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52-Week Highs

Why is the CBA share price setting a new all-time high today?

| Mitchell Lawler

Australia's biggest bank just became more expensive. What is driving the demand?

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 stock is surging 11% on an 'outstanding' result

| Mitchell Lawler

This ASX gaming giant just posted a 17% jump in profits, and its shareholders are basking in the glory.

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 eerily quiet today?

| Mitchell Lawler

The Australian share market is ghostly quiet today. Could it have something to do with interest rates?

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