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Tristan Harrison

Tristan Harrison is one of the longest-serving writers at The Motley Fool Australia. Tristan has been contributing ASX news and stock analysis articles since 2016. His aim is to help Australians learn about great ASX shares, with a focus on ASX dividend shares and undervalued ASX growth shares. He holds an advanced diploma from the Association of Accounting Technicians and is enrolled in the Chartered Institute Management Accountant (CIMA) qualification program.

Recent Articles

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Industrials Shares

I think this is the best investment inside the ASX 200 index off the back of earnings

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I think this stock is a strong option to build wealth.

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ETFs

Guess which ASX ETF provider is making a splash into superannuation

| Tristan Harrison

BetaShares has a super idea to grow its business.

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Financial Shares

Own Macquarie shares? This is the next big push for growth

| Tristan Harrison

The big banks need to watch out for a growing challenger.

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Resources Shares

The pros and cons of buying Fortescue shares this month

| Tristan Harrison

Is it a good time to buy the ASX iron ore miner?

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Bank Shares

What every owner of ASX bank shares should know before making a move

| Tristan Harrison

It’s a challenging period for ASX banks.

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Resources Shares

Would I buy BHP shares in September?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this an opportunity worth unearthing?

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Share Market News

5 powerful post-earnings lessons every ASX investor should know

| Tristan Harrison

These five factors explain a lot about what’s going on in the ASX share market.

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Opinions

Down 15% in a week, but I'm backing this ASX 200 share to fly like the Coles share price

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I think this ASX share is a sparkling opportunity.

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Dividend Investing

Buy 12,659 shares of this top ASX dividend stock for $250 per month in passive income

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is delivering significant annual passive income.

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Opinions

1 ASX 200 share to set yourself up for life

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX share is a compelling investment in my opinion.

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Opinions

3 ASX shares I'm looking to buy after a tough reporting season

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could be great value ideas.

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ETFs

Which ASX ETFs I'd buy for a $1 million portfolio

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These are some of my favourite ASX ETFs.

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Opinions

Why I'm even more bullish on Guzman Y Gomez (GYG) shares

| Tristan Harrison

I’m confident about the future of this stock.

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy these 2 ASX dividend shares for big yields in FY25

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could pay huge passive income in FY25.

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ETFs

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) or Global X Fang+ ETF a better buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Which of these two popular ETFs is a better buy?

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Share Market News

Why the Star Entertainment share price is taking a time-out today

| Tristan Harrison

Star shares aren’t moving today. Here's why.

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Opinions

Is it time to buy Wesfarmers shares after the company's subdued earnings?

| Tristan Harrison

Wesfarmers has been a top performer. Here’s my take on the business.

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Share Market News

Lendlease share price slips on latest step in $4.5 billion plan

| Tristan Harrison

Lendlease continues to make progress on its asset sale plans.

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Resources Shares

Everything you need to know about the 89 cents Fortescue dividend

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the details of the next payment.

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the US 69 cents Woodside dividend

| Tristan Harrison

Shareholders are receiving another generous dividend.

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Energy Shares

Own AGL shares? Here's why the ASX energy share is down today

| Tristan Harrison

Why is the share price losing power?

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Earnings Results

This ASX 200 industrial stock plunged 32% after its FY24 result missed guidance

| Tristan Harrison

Shareholders are unimpressed by the company's FY24 result.

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Dividend Investing

Is this the best ASX dividend share to buy for a 10%+ yield?

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is paying out significant cash flow.

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Opinions

An ASX 200 stock I'd buy to target a 100% return!

| Tristan Harrison

I’m bullish on the long-term prospects of this business.

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ETFs

Is the BetaShares Australia 200 ETF (A200) the best option for ASX diversification?

| Tristan Harrison

Aussies can access a range of ASX shares with this investment.

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Communication Shares

Why I think now is an excellent time to buy Telstra shares

| Tristan Harrison

I’m calling this stock a solid buy right now.

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Opinions

Would Warren Buffett buy the ASX share most like Berkshire Hathaway?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be interested in this stock?

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources shares hit icy waters on hidden family ties

| Tristan Harrison

The mining company is being put under the spotlight.

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Retail Shares

Wesfarmers share price outperforms despite Bunnings inquiry

| Tristan Harrison

Bunnings is going to be put under the microscope.

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Energy Shares

Pilbara Minerals share price rises after difficult FY24

| Tristan Harrison

The market is positive about the lithium miner despite the company’s weak year.

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Retail Shares

Why I think it's time to buy these ASX retail shares

| Tristan Harrison

I think it’s time to go shopping for these retail stocks.

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Opinions

Are Coles or Woodside shares a better buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors be more interested in energy or supermarkets?

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Healthcare Shares

With a 6% yield, is this the best ASX healthcare share to buy for dividends?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this category leader a healthy option for dividends?

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Retail Shares

The pros and cons of buying Wesfarmers shares in 2024

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors put this blue chip in their shopping basket?

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REITs

Why I'm more bullish than ever on this ASX 300 dividend stock

| Tristan Harrison

This is a leading passive income share, in my opinion.

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ETFs

3 reasons why the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) is a top buy

| Tristan Harrison

This is one of my favourite exchange-traded funds for a few different reasons.

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Dividend Investing

2 top ASX dividend shares I'd buy in a heartbeat with $2,000

| Tristan Harrison

I think these stocks are exciting picks for passive income.

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Dividend Investing

1 fantastic ASX 200 dividend stock down 25% since 2022 to buy for life-long passive income

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock is worth putting in the shopping basket.

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Materials Shares

Down 27% in 3 months, is it time to buy Pilbara Minerals shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Is there a chance that the lithium miner could recharge returns?

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Dividend Investing

How much cash do you need to quit work and live off dividend income?

| Tristan Harrison

Dividend income can unlock a well-funded life.

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