With over a decade of experience in finance journalism, Kylie Purcell is an investments analyst and a sought-after commentator, regularly sharing her expertise on investment strategies with media outlets across Australia and the Asia Pacific region. Specialising in a broad spectrum of financial products — from online trading platforms and robo-advisors to stocks, ETFs, digital assets and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin — Kylie helps investors navigate a rapidly evolving market. Kylie’s career spans writing, producing and presenting market updates for major outlets including Sky Business (Your Money), TVNZ, SBS, and The Advisor magazine. She is also the host of Finder’s Investment Finder video series, providing expert insights to guide investors through the complexities of the market.
Kylie is actively involved in the investment community as an industry awards judge and panellist, where her deep knowledge of financial products and market trends shapes her perspectives on the future of investing. Kylie’s expertise has been featured in many prominent publications, including the Australian Financial Review, Yahoo Finance, The Motley Fool, Cointelegraph, My Millennial Money and News.com.au. Kylie holds a Master of Arts in International Journalism from Cardiff University, a Graduate Diploma in Economics from the University of New England, and a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television from Charles Sturt University. She also holds two ASIC-recognised certifications: a Certificate of Generic Knowledge, and a Certificate of Securities and Managed Investments, both of which meet the requirements of ASIC’s Regulatory Guide 146 (RG146).
If you’re interested in a media interview with Kylie, please reach out to our PR team at [email protected].
Expertise
- Investment strategies
- Financial platforms
- Stockbrokers
- Robo advisors
- Exchange traded funds (ETFs)
- Ethical investing
- ASX stocks
- Stock and forex markets
Experience
- Certificate of Generic Knowledge, which meets the requirements of ASIC Regulatory Guide 146 (RG146)
- Certificate of Securities and Managed Investments, which meets the requirements of ASIC Regulatory Guide 146 (RG146)
- Annual Finder Innovation Awards judge for banking and investment categories
- Moderator at the Inside ETFs Australia 2021 annual conference.
- Webinar presenter and podcast guest for the Australian Shareholders Association
- Host of the Investment Finder YouTube channel
Education
- Master of Arts in International Journalism; Graduate Diploma in Economics; Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television
Featured publications
- Australian Financial Review
- Yahoo Finance
- Equity Mates
- My Millennial Money
- The Motley Fool
- The Courier
- The Australian
- Ladies Finance Club
- Financy
- Nasdaq
- News.com.au
- Stuff
- RNZ
- Cointelegraph
- Shares for Beginners
- Women Love Tech
Featured videos






Latest articles by Kylie Purcell
170 articles written by this author
Impact investing in Australia (2025)
Compare impact investment stocks, ETFs, cryptos and managed funds.

Stock tokens have landed: What it means for Australian investors
Stock tokens have officially gone mainstream, with big-name platforms Robinhood, Kraken and Bybit launching their own offerings.

Margin loans in Australia (2025): Compare rates
Margin lending allows investors to borrow money to invest, potentially amplifying returns - and risks. This guide breaks down how it works, who it's for and what to watch out for.

Yes, you still have to pay tax on crypto in Australia – Here’s why
Your Bitcoin profits will probably never be tax-free. Sorry.

US strikes Iran: What it means for Australian investors
An escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict has the power to impact both your share portfolio and your mortgage rate.

How to invest in the Virgin Australia IPO (and should you)?
It may be Australia's most anticipated IPO this year, but not all investors will get the chance to participate and many will be wary.

ETFs vs managed funds: Which is best for you?
ETFs are hot, Managed Funds are classic. But which one's actually better for your portfolio—and your wallet? Here's the Aussie lowdown.

ETFs vs index funds: What’s the difference?
Looking to invest passively but not sure whether to go with an ETF or an index fund? We break down the pros, cons, fees and performance so you don’t have to guess.

Here’s 5 ways investors can cut their tax bill (including CGT)
Own shares or crypto? Time to get your ducks in a row ahead of June 30 if you want to reduce your capital gains tax.

How to buy the Brett memecoin
Learn how to buy Brett memecoin safely in Australia. Step-by-step guide with risks and tips.
