Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy), Author at The Motley Fool Australia

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Market Wrap: S&P/ASX 200 ends week on top

March 11, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) recovered nicely this afternoon, led by National Australia Bank Ltd. (ASX:NAB) shares

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Here's why these 3 energy shares are still a dangerous bet

March 11, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) are still risky plays for investors.

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Here's why Slater & Gordon Limited shares have been punished

March 11, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Slater & Gordon Limited (ASX:SGH) share price has been crushed more than 95% since April.

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A promotion for Bellamy's Australia Ltd and the a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia)

March 11, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) and the a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia) (ASX:A2M) have both moved into higher indices.

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Should you buy shares of Transurban Group today?

March 11, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Transurban Group (ASX:TCL) has been promoted by the S&P Dow Jones Indices at the expense of Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG).

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Market Wrap: Bumpy day for ASX after resources fall

March 10, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

It was a bumpy day for the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) with the miners producing mixed results.

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Why these 4 ASX shares are falling today

March 10, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

QBE Insurance Group Ltd (ASX:QBE) and Slater & Gordon Limited (ASX:SGH) are amongst today's losers

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Here's why the Australian dollar is not going back to parity with the USD

March 10, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Australian dollar rallied above US75 cents this morning, and investors behind Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and Commonwealth Bank of…

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The iron ore price is tumbling and these shares could be next

March 10, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) are not immune from share price falls.

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Does this mean more RBA interest rate cuts?

March 10, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The market's recent rally has taken a lot of investors by surprise.

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Market Wrap: S&P/ASX 200 climbs as commodities fall

March 9, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) pulled out its seventh gain in eight sessions today.

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Why the 1-Page Ltd share price was crushed 15% today

March 9, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of 1-Page Ltd (ASX:1PG) have plunged 64% in the last six months or so.

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5 reasons to avoid Slater & Gordon Limited shares

March 9, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Slater & Gordon Limited's (ASX:SGH) share price has fallen more than 95% over the last 11 months.

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Why these 4 ASX shares are jumping today

March 9, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Onthehouse Holdings Ltd (ASX:OTH) and Surfstitch Group Ltd (ASX:SRF) are among the big winners today

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Here's why I'm not buying shares of BHP Billiton Limited

March 9, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) share price is falling again today.

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What was really behind Fortescue Metals Group Limited's extraordinary gain on Monday?

March 9, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) was forced to respond to a query from the ASX regarding its 23.7% gain on…

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Market Wrap: Mining shares drag ASX lower

March 8, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

A surprise iron ore rally overnight couldn't boost the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) which followed Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG)…

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Why the Bellamy's Australia Ltd and a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia) share prices are falling today

March 8, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Bellamy's Australia Ltd (ASX:BAL) and a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia) (ASX:A2M) share prices are getting hammered again today.

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Why the BHP Billiton Limited share price is jumping higher today

March 8, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares have exploded in price, but can it last?

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Iron ore ROARS higher –but the resources explosion may not last…

March 8, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Investing isn't about short-term gains. It's about buying high-quality businesses at reasonable prices, and then holding onto them for the…

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Market Wrap: BHP Billiton shares lead ASX's charge

March 7, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) soared, generating plenty of energy for the S&P/ASX…

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Will a soaring Australian dollar force the RBA to cut interest rates in 2016?

March 7, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Australian dollar has surged more than 8% since mid-January and is trading near a 7-month high.

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Why the Sundance Energy Australia Ltd share price soared 28% today

March 7, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Sundance Energy Australia Ltd (ASX:SEA) share price has risen 137% in just three days

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Why the Santos Ltd share price has soared 64%

March 7, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price has rebounded strongly since bottoming out in January.

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Why the BHP Billiton Limited share price has surged 32%

March 7, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) share price has gained another 5.2% today.

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Down 55%: Is it time to buy shares of Slater & Gordon Limited?

March 7, 2016 | Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Slater & Gordon Limited (ASX:SGH) share price fell as much as 72% in just three days last week.