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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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Retail Shares

Why did Super Retail shares drop after going ex-dividend?

| Tristan Harrison

This is the story behind the decline.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX companies with the firepower to raise their dividends

| Tristan Harrison

I believe these stocks have good yields and room for future growth.

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Share Market News

2 ASX 200 shares I recently sold

| Tristan Harrison

It can be wise to lock in profits, sometimes.

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Opinions

With a P/E ratio of 15, is this ASX All Ords share price too low to ignore?

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock still has more to go.

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ETFs

Is Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (VDHG) the only investment you need?

| Tristan Harrison

This ETF provides enormous diversification.

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Opinions

If you don't own this ASX stalwart stock, you're missing some serious stability

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is riding strong tailwinds, I really like its outlook.

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Opinions

Is the surging Nvidia share price causing a stock market bubble?

| Tristan Harrison

Is one high-flyer a sign of investors getting too excited?

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ETFs

Why Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) is a great buy for almost anyone

| Tristan Harrison

I love this ETF for its portfolio.

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Opinions

3 ASX 200 shares I think could grow to be bigger than BHP one day

| Tristan Harrison

I have high hopes for the growth potential of these stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Forget AGL: Buy this magnificent ASX utilities stock instead

| Tristan Harrison

The dividends are flowing from this stock.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares I've been buying!

| Tristan Harrison

I liked the prices being offered by these 2 stocks.

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Dividend Investing

Want to bank the Rio Tinto dividend? You'll need to be fast!

| Tristan Harrison

Rio Tinto is about to pay a hefty dividend.

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Dividend Investing

Seeking retirement income from ASX bank shares at 52-week highs? What I'd buy instead

| Tristan Harrison

I’m banking on other stocks for my dividends.

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Share Market News

The pros and cons of buying the Global X Fang+ ETF (FANG) right now

| Tristan Harrison

Should we take a bite of the FANG ETF?

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Small Cap Shares

Where I'd invest $5,000 into ASX small-cap shares aiming for big growth

| Tristan Harrison

I love the potential of how big these small stocks could become.

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Opinions

2 cheap ASX dividend shares I'd snap up in a heartbeat!

| Tristan Harrison

These two ASX stocks look good value and have big dividends.

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Dividend Investing

If I were 60 I'd buy these ASX shares for dividends

| Tristan Harrison

These stocks could fit right into a 60-year-old’s portfolio.

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ETFs

3 reasons to buy another ASX ETF over the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why the VAS ETF may not always be the best choice.

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Bank Shares

Is it time for me to change my tune about ANZ shares?

| Tristan Harrison

Have I underrated this ASX bank share?

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Opinions

Is it too late to buy after the Kogan share price rocketed 90% in a year?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this online retailer still an investment opportunity?

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Retail Shares

Better buy in March 2024: Wesfarmers stock vs JB Hi-Fi stock

| Tristan Harrison

Which of these two retail heavyweights would be a better buy?

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Dividend Investing

If I were entering retirement tomorrow, I'd buy these ASX shares

| Tristan Harrison

These are strong businesses with impressive dividend credentials.

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Opinions

Will I be buying Zip shares now the company has turned a profit?

| Tristan Harrison

Is now the right time to buy this BNPL stock -- or not?

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Opinions

1 ASX dividend stock down 55% to buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

Here's why I think this beaten-up stock could be an opportunity.

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Bank Shares

3 things about CBA stock every smart investor knows

| Tristan Harrison

An investor doesn’t really know CBA unless they know these things about the bank.

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Share Market News

These 2 ASX 300 shares were just upgraded by brokers

| Tristan Harrison

Brokers are expecting good things from these stocks.

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Opinions

I'm listening to Warren Buffett and loading up on cheap ASX shares in March

| Tristan Harrison

I love the look of these stocks at these prices.

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Resources Shares

How global job cuts could boost the BHP share price

| Tristan Harrison

The mining giant is planning cost-cutting to help its profits.

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ETFs

What's the best way to invest in ASX shares without any experience? Start with this ETF

| Tristan Harrison

This is a great starter investment in my opinion.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX All Ords stock is predicted to pay a 9% dividend yield in 2025!

| Tristan Harrison

Huge cash flow is predicted to keep flowing from this investment.

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Dividend Investing

Buy 11,923 shares of this super ASX dividend stock for $3,100 per year in passive income

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock is a strong choice for dividends.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why the Coles share price could keep rising after the result

| Tristan Harrison

An expert has predicted more share price gains for Coles.

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Dividend Investing

The ASX shares I'm buying for a stress-free retirement

| Tristan Harrison

I’m confident about the future of these stocks.

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Record Highs

How did the Brickworks share price just hit an all-time high?

| Tristan Harrison

This stock is building up investor excitement.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

I'd use the Warren Buffett method and buy this ASX stock

| Tristan Harrison

This investment is sparkling.

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Retirement

How much would I need to invest in ASX shares for a retirement income of $80,000 per year?

| Tristan Harrison

How big does the nest egg need to be?

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Communication Shares

Better buy: TPG or Telstra shares?

| Tristan Harrison

I know which one I’d rather call on.

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ETFs

2 excellent ASX ETFs to buy for growth

| Tristan Harrison

Both of these funds offer a lot of exposure to technology.

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Share Market News

Aussie Broadband share price rises on 1 million customer-strong merger

| Tristan Harrison

Aussie Broadband wants to link up with Superloop.

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Earnings Results

NIB share price falls despite 19% profit growth in FY24 first-half result

| Tristan Harrison

NIB just revealed healthy profit growth.

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