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Ujjwal Maheshwari

Ujjwal Maheshwari is a Sydney-based financial writer at Stocks Down Under, where he has covered ASX and forex markets for over three years. He specialises in breaking down complex market developments into clear, accessible analysis for everyday investors.

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance), University of New South Wales (UNSW)

733 articles published

Market news

ZIP’s Earnings Ahead: Can the FinTech Recover Its Growth Engine?

The next few months could be a defining moment for Zip Co Ltd (ASX: ZIP). Once one of Australia’s fastest-growing fintech companies, Zip’s share price and market position have faced huge ups and downs since the Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL) boom lost steam. But its latest results, backed by a strong U.S. performance and a plan now…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 25, 20250Comments

Copper Stocks Gold Stocks Market news

FireFly Wins Green Light in Canada: Is the Green Bay Project Now a Breakthrough?

FireFly Metals Ltd (ASX/TSX: FFM) has achieved a key milestone by receiving environmental release approval for its proposed 1.8 Mtpa processing plant at the Green Bay Copper–Gold Project in Newfoundland and Labrador. With that regulatory hurdle cleared and a strong series of high-grade drilling results now published, the project appears to be entering a new…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 24, 20250Comments

Dividend Stocks

ASX Dividends Are Shrinking — What Every Income Investor Needs to Know

For decades, Australian income-oriented investors have relied on the country’s share market to deliver reliable dividend streams — generous yields, franked credits and a sense that you could reasonably count on cash payments each year. But recently the taps have begun to drip rather than flow: average yields are shrinking, payouts are becoming more concentrated,…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 24, 20250Comments

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Top 5 Crypto Exchanges in 2025

Crypto trading has well and truly gone mainstream. From small investors buying Bitcoin for the first time to seasoned traders managing complex portfolios, digital assets are now part of everyday finance. The year 2025 has seen a new wave of exchanges evolve — faster, more intuitive, and safer than ever before. But with hundreds of platforms…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 24, 20250Comments

Market news Mining Stocks

Is the Mining ‘Goldilocks’ Phase Just Beginning? What It Means for ASX Miners

A “Goldilocks” phase in the mining sector describes an environment where multiple favourable elements align: commodity prices remain solid yet not extreme, demand fundamentals are supportive rather than collapsing, production costs are under control, and investment risks are manageable. In such a scenario, mining companies generate reliable cash flows, maintain capital discipline, and return value…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 23, 20250Comments

Market news News Rare Earths Stocks Renewable Energy Stocks

Rare Earths Rally: Why Investors Are Turning to the Sector and Which ASX Stocks Could Win

The rare earths rally of 2025 is capturing investor sentiment with increasing intensity week by week. The sector is no longer a speculative fringe play; it is emerging as a strategic frontier where geopolitical shifts, clean-tech demand and supply-chain realignment are converging. Australia’s abundant deposits, combined with mounting government backing and a global scramble for…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 23, 20250Comments

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How to get rid of debt and start managing your finances

Where to start: a sober inventory and clear guidelines The first step is to get a complete picture of your current obligations. Write down every loan agreement, credit card limit, installment plan, interest rate, payment date, and minimum payment. Next to each one, note your source of income, regular income, and one-time payments. This overview…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 20, 20250Comments

Gold Stocks

Gold Breaks $4,200: Why ASX Gold Stocks Are Still Underperforming

On 15 October 2025, gold breached US$4,200/oz for the first time, reaching a record high in an extraordinary rally. Yet despite that headline, Australia’s gold miners haven’t kept pace. The ASX Gold Index (XGD) has risen strongly over the past year, but the gap between physical gold and mining equities remains narrower than in past…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 17, 20250Comments

News

Brisbane Broncos: The Only Listed Sports Club — Can the Momentum Sustain?

When the Brisbane Broncos (ASX: BBL) lifted the NRL Premiership trophy in 2025, the roar from Suncorp Stadium wasn’t confined to Queensland; it echoed straight onto the trading screens of the Australian Securities Exchange. Within just 24 hours, the club’s market value surged by nearly $50 million, as investors rushed to own a slice of…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 17, 20250Comments

Cryptocurrencies

Stocks vs Crypto: Which Is the Best Choice for You?

The Stocks vs Crypto debate goes to show that investing is often confusing. After all, modern investors so many options to choose from and traditional stocks and cryptocurrencies represent just two of these. Both give opportunities to grow your money, but they work in very different ways. Stocks have been around for a long time on…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 17, 20250Comments