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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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Bank Shares

Everything you need to know about the 81 cents ANZ dividend

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how much ANZ is going to pay shareholders.

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Opinions

6 criteria for picking quality stocks (and 3 ASX 200 shares that meet all of them right now)

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why these businesses could be strong performers in the current circumstances.

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Bank Shares

The Bank of Queensland share price crumbled 11% in April. Here's why

| Tristan Harrison

Investors were not impressed by the regional bank’s recent result.

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Retail Shares

Why these ASX 300 retail shares could be immune to rising interest rates

| Tristan Harrison

Some retailers could be resilient in the face of these tricky economic conditions.

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Resources Shares

Why the iron ore price is 'not out of the danger zone'

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why the share price decline for BHP and others may not be over.

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Opinions

Are AGL shares the most underrated ASX 200 stock opportunity?

| Tristan Harrison

This one could be a contrarian turnaround opportunity.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares with seriously huge payouts

| Tristan Harrison

Looking for big dividend yields? Here are two of the large income payers.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares I'd buy today before it's too late

| Tristan Harrison

I’m confident about the long-term prospects of these two businesses.

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Bank Shares

4 reasons to buy ASX 200 banks stocks right now

| Tristan Harrison

Can investors bank on good returns from the financial sector?

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Blue Chip Shares

Better ASX blue-chip share to buy for resilient returns: Coles vs Transurban

| Tristan Harrison

Both of these blue chips could keep growing earnings. Which one is better?

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ETFs

2 top ASX ETFs I'd buy with the goal of long-term capital growth

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why I like the look of these ETFs.

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Dividend Investing

Retirees: How you could earn $705 a month in ASX dividends with less than $100K in savings

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how ASX dividend shares can be impressive dividend payers.

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Energy Shares

What went down for the Woodside share price in April?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how Woodside performed compared to the ASX 200 last month.

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Energy Shares

Directors are still buying the dip in New Hope shares. Should you?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this coal miner still a cash flow cow worth buying?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Could Wesfarmers shares get a boost from further acquisitions?

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s how Wesfarmers is planning to drive further growth.

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Resources Shares

Why did the Fortescue share price tumble 7% in April?

| Tristan Harrison

Fortescue shares suffered last month. What happened?

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Financial Shares

Should I snap up Macquarie shares ahead of this week's full-year results?

| Tristan Harrison

The global investment bank has delivered strong growth in recent years. Is it a buy right now?

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto shares: Buy, hold or fold in May?

| Tristan Harrison

Are Rio Tinto shares an opportunity worth digging into?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Could buying Domino's shares at under $55 make me rich?

| Tristan Harrison

The market has gone cold on Domino’s shares. Should investors buy a slice?

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Opinions

Why Scott Phillips is begging you to buy ASX shares right now!

| Tristan Harrison

What are you waiting for?

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Small Cap Shares

2 small-cap shares I rate to beat the ASX 200 in 2023 (and beyond)

| Tristan Harrison

Small businesses have the potential to deliver big growth.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX share could pay a 16% dividend yield by 2025

| Tristan Harrison

Investors may be able smell big dividends from this ASX share.

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Resources Shares

Why did the BHP share price dive 6% in April?

| Tristan Harrison

April saw a painful drop for BHP shareholders. What happened?

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Opinions

Why I think these ASX All Ords shares are extremely cheap right now

| Tristan Harrison

These opportunities could be too good to pass up.

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Dividend Investing

Want $300 in monthly passive income? Buy 24,300 shares of this ASX 200 stock

| Tristan Harrison

This ASX share could become a good part of a nest egg, paying good investment income.

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Dividend Investing

Dividend income beasts: 2 ASX 200 shares offering big yields

| Tristan Harrison

Both of these stocks could be hefty dividend payers in FY24 and beyond.

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Retail Shares

Why did the Wesfarmers share price perform so well in April?

| Tristan Harrison

It was a good month for Wesfarmers. Here’s why.

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto share price rises amid rare earths acquisition

| Tristan Harrison

Rio Tinto has just expanded its green commodity exposure.

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Healthcare Shares

Better ASX 200 healthcare share: CSL vs. Resmed

| Tristan Harrison

Can either of these businesses achieve healthy returns?

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Share Market News

The importance of stock picking in an inflationary environment

| Tristan Harrison

The share market may be a trickier place to invest although stock picking could help.

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Dividend Investing

Investing 15% of my salary could yield $500 in a monthly second income

| Tristan Harrison

The stock market can unlock a pleasing level of investment income.

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Dividend Investing

2 huge reasons to avoid ASX dividend stocks

| Tristan Harrison

Passive income may not be the best choice for a couple of reasons.

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Opinions

How I'd invest $20k in ASX stocks today to target serious wealth

| Tristan Harrison

Here’s why I like the look of these appealing investments.

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 shares I'd buy for global long-term returns

| Tristan Harrison

These two ASX shares are taking on the world.

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Opinions

This director has been buying the dip in AFIC shares. Should you?

| Tristan Harrison

It’s often a positive sign when directors are buying shares.

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ETFs

I think this underrated reason is key to why ETFs can be great investments

| Tristan Harrison

ETFs can be really good investments. I think there’s a major factor why.

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ETFs

2 ASX ETFs I'd buy for my child and gift again in 15 years

| Tristan Harrison

These are two investments I’d choose for the long term.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares offering exciting yields over 7%

| Tristan Harrison

Income investors might love these two passive income options.

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Opinions

I think the market is wrong about this beaten-up ASX 200 share

| Tristan Harrison

I’d back this business for good returns over its competitors.

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 shares this fund manager is backing for good returns

| Tristan Harrison

Here are two names that could sail through any uncertainty.

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