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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)

963 articles published

Gaming Stocks

Risk Management Tips for Australian Investors

Risk is a constant in markets. Investors can’t avoid it, but they can decide how to manage it. In Australia, where market cycles are often shaped by commodities, interest rate shifts, and global sentiment, risk management isn’t just defensive. It’s central to long-term success. What are the Best ASX stocks to invest in right now? Check…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 8, 20250Comments

Industrials Market news

Oil’s 4-Month Low: Why ASX Energy Stocks Face Headwinds in Q4

In the final quarter of 2025, oil prices are under significant pressure, reaching their lowest levels in four months. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude is hovering around $61.90 per barrel, while Brent crude is priced at $65.70. These declines in oil prices are directly impacting energy stocks, particularly those listed on the Australian Stock Exchange…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 7, 20250Comments

Bank Stocks Mining Stocks

The Bank-to-Miner Rotation: Is the ASX’s Great Shift Happening Now?

After an extraordinary 2024, when Australia’s major banks rose by more than 40 per cent, investors are beginning to wonder whether the next leg of the ASX rally will belong to the miners instead. The Big Four: Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA), Westpac (ASX: WBC), National Australia Bank (ASX: NAB) and ANZ Group (ASX:…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 7, 20250Comments

Cryptocurrencies

Digital Platforms Driving Stock Growth in 2025

The world of stock trading, like everything else these days, has undergone a vast transformation through increased digitisation. Everything these days seems to have a digital platform now. Whether we agree with how frenetically information and data move these days, or how much time we now spend online, digital platforms simply can’t be ignored anymore.…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 7, 20250Comments

Cryptocurrencies

Traditional stocks vs. crypto assets: what actually helps diversification

Diversification gets talked about like a magic shield. In practice, it looks more like careful choices and clear trade-offs. Traditional stocks and crypto assets can both play a role, but they behave differently under stress, and they shape portfolio risk in different ways. This guide breaks down how each fits, how correlations shift, and what…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 7, 20250Comments

Market news

TPG Telecom Upgraded: Optus’s Pain Becomes Vodafone’s Gain

The Australian telecommunications sector is rarely the centre of excitement for investors, but recent events have thrust TPG Telecom (ASX: TPG) back into the spotlight. The company’s fortunes have turned sharply following Morgans’ decision to upgrade its rating to “Accumulate”, signalling growing confidence in TPG’s recovery story and valuation potential. This upgrade comes at a…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 6, 20250Comments

News

Caterpillar’s $1.1B RPMGlobal Bid Signals Mining Tech Takeover Wave

In a landmark move that could reshape the mining industry, Caterpillar, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of heavy machinery, has made a $1.1 billion bid for RPMGlobal, a mining software company. The proposed deal, valued at a significant premium, signals an important shift in the mining sector where mining equipment makers are increasingly integrating…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 4, 20250Comments

Theta Gold Mines ASX TGM share price rises after US$90m gold mine funding

Gold Stocks Uncategorized

Gold Hits $3,865 Record High: Which ASX Gold Stocks Are the Real Winners?

Gold’s meteoric rise to a record-breaking $3,865 per ounce (approximately AU$6,000) has stunned the markets, with an impressive 46.7% year-over-year surge. This all-time high, achieved on October 1, 2025, has made headlines across the financial world. Gold, traditionally viewed as a safe haven during times of global instability, has reached new heights, attracting investors seeking…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 4, 20250Comments

Cryptocurrencies

The Australian Government is Reconsidering its Crypto Laws

The Australian government is re-examining the topic of cryptocurrency regulations. Although the nation has been on the frontline in establishing some of the standards of digital assets, recent events in the country and abroad have prompted policymakers to reconsider whether the existing framework remains in the best interest of businesses, consumers, and the economy at…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 2, 20250Comments

Lynas Rare Earths ASX LYC share price chart showing 4.3% fall as rare earth rally cools

Mining Stocks

Lynas Revisited: Can It Reclaim Its Crown in Rare Earths?

After more than a decade as one of the leading non-Chinese rare earths producers, Lynas Rare Earths (ASX: LYC) now finds itself at a critical juncture. Investors have long seen Lynas as the flagship name in critical minerals Australia, a rare example of a successful non-Chinese producer of rare earth oxides. But the competitive landscape…

ByUjjwal MaheshwariOctober 1, 20250Comments