How one allocates their own ASX share portfolio is obviously a very personal decision. We are all different people and investors, with different goals, risk tolerances and personalities. One ASX share might be right for one investor, and wrong for another.

For example, a retiree may appreciate the high dividends that an ASX bank share like Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC) doles out. But a younger investor might wish to go for something with a bit more of a growth profile.

There’s no right way to invest when it comes to shares (although there are many wrong ways).

With all this in mind, let’s discuss how I allocate my own share market portfolio. As discussed above, this is what works for me, and my own strengths and weaknesses.

Now, I have many many different holdings across my portfolio. So I won’t discuss all of them. But I will touch on some theses and strategies that I tend to follow, and explain why.

ASX shares, dividends and franking credits

So to start with, I own a mix of ASX and US shares. This is for many reasons. I love the franking credits and local knowledge that makes ASX investing so rewarding.

But I also love the currency, geographic and economic diversity that comes from investing in the United States. What’s more, most of the best companies in the world call the US home.

My selection process is a rather simple one: I look for quality companies, usually with a strong brand, that have demonstrated competency and resiliency over a long period of time.

Let’s start with the ASX shares. So I do like a share that pays dividends, preferably those of the fully franked variety. One of my oldest holdings is Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS).

I bought Telstra back in 2018 when it was trading for under $2.80 a share. The market hated it then, but I saw a company with a dominant brand providing an essential service. I continue to hold it today for those same reasons.

Another ASX share that is a long-term favourite of mine is National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX: NAB). NAB doesn’t have the pricing premium that Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) does. But I still think it is one of the best-run ASX banks.

My favourite ASX share, though, is Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Co Ltd (ASX: SOL). I’ve discussed my love of Soul Patts before. But quite simply, it is a diversified market beater with an unmatched dividend record.

Looking across the pacific for my portfolio

Turning to US shares, and again my preference is strong brands and a proven track record. That’s why my US shares include names like Apple, Microsoft, Mastercard, Alphabet, Nike and Amazon.

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) is another company that I own. When I first invested in the electric car maker, it was one of my riskier shares. But I have been delighted to see the company grow in size and scale (not to mention value).

Most of my other US shares are within the consumer staples sector. I love the resilience and stability that these kinds of shares can add to a portfolio, as well as the dividends, of course. Among my favourites are Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Starbucks and McDonald’s.

Many of these companies have made a habit of raising their dividend every single year, so I have enjoyed watching my dividend income inch up steadily over the years.

So that’s my ASX share portfolio in a nutshell and why I own the companies that I do. As I said, it may not be for everyone. But it works for me and my goals. And I sleep soundly every night. What more could one ask for?

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The Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) share price was a positive performer on Tuesday.

The energy producer’s shares rose almost 1% to end the day at $7.66.

This means the Santos share price is now up approximately 16% since the start of the year.

Can the Santos share price keep rising?

The good news for investors is that one leading broker believes the Santos share price can continue its ascent.

According to a note out of Morgans, its analysts have retained their add rating on the company’s shares and lifted their price target to $9.40.

Based on the current Santos share price, this implies potential upside of 23% for investors over the next 12 months.

In addition, the broker is expecting a dividend of approximately 27 cents per share in FY 2023, which equates to an attractive 3.5% yield.

Why is Santos an ASX 200 energy share to buy?

Morgans was pleased with Santos’ recent quarterly update and highlights that it “continues to unlock healthy synergies from its merger with OSH, so far achieving savings of US$112m during the 9 months since the merger completed.”

The broker believes that the “post-merger STO is starting to really stretch its legs in terms of quality of earnings and cash flow” and expects its gearing to continue to lower, which “will increase STO’s investment appeal.”

And while Morgans acknowledges that oil prices have started to stutter recently, it expects them to remain high and for Santos to benefit. It concludes:

While we have seen oil prices hit ‘pause’ on their upcycle over the last quarter, as the world digests slowing growth and a surging US dollar, we expect oil and gas price conditions to remain supportive with the upcycle intact. STO is positioned to benefit against this setting, having de-rated in recent months while the market worried over the threat of potential government intervention into east coast gas markets. With this risk now cleared, we expect STO will only need to work through recent legal issues at Barossa to start to trade towards our valuation.

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The South32 Ltd (ASX: S32) share price struggled on the market on Tuesday.

South32 shares fell 1.37% to close the session at $3.60. For perspective, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) gained 0.28%.

Let’s take a look at what went on with the South32 share price today.

Broker downgrade

South32 is not the only ASX mining share that finished in the red today. BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) shares fell 1.43%, while the Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX: WHC) share price lost 4.52%.

The S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ) descended 1.19% today, making it the second-worst-performing sector behind the S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ).

However, a broker downgrade may have impacted investor sentiment in the South32 share price.

JP Morgan has relegated the company’s share price from overweight to neutral but has maintained a $4.10 price target on the company’s shares. This implies a nearly 15% upside from the current price.

Analysts like South32’s exposure to base metals, but are mindful of the global GDP growth outlook. Analyst Lyndon Fagan, in quotes cited by the Financial Review, said:

S32 continues to offer relatively inexpensive exposure to base metals, with a net cash position (albeit lower than expected), ongoing share buybacks, and a medium-term growth profile.

However, we remain cautious on the global GDP growth outlook, and the impact on commodity prices resulting from a material slowdown. On this basis, we downgrade to neutral.

South 32 reported mixed quarterly production results to the market yesterday. For example, metallurgical coal production fell 8%, while copper production lifted 12%. Alumina production fell 8%, while aluminum output lifted 9%. Nickel production fell 11%, while silver and zinc production descended 9% and 3%, respectively.

South32 share price snapshot

South32 shares have shed 5% in the past year, while they have lost more than 10% in the year to date.

For perspective, the ASX 200 has slid nearly 9% in the past year.

South 32 has a market capitalisation of more than $16.5 billion based on the current share price.

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The CSL Limited (ASX: CSL) share price still hasn’t recovered to its pre-pandemic level, which saw it trading solidly above the $300 mark.

Indeed, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) healthcare stock is nearly 20% lower than the record high of $342.75 it posted in February 2020.

Could things be about to turn around for the CSL share price? Some experts are tipping it to do big things from here.

Right now, the CSL share price is $275.98.

Is now a good time to buy CSL shares?

It’s been a rough couple of years for the CSL share price despite plenty of exciting happenings at the company.

Most obviously, it completed its $16 billion acquisition of Swiss giant Vifor Pharma earlier this year.

The ASX-listed healthcare favourite also recently revealed that, Vifor Pharma’s contribution included, it expects to post between US$2.7 billion and US$2.8 billion of net profit before tax and amortisation for financial year 2023.

The team at Morgans was pleased by the news, retaining its buy rating and adjusting its price target for CSL shares to $312.20, my Fool colleague James reports. That represents a potential 13% upside.

The broker said strong plasma collections and demand, as well as the addition of Vifor Pharma, “portends strong growth momentum”.

Meanwhile, Goldman Sachs remained neutral on the stock following its most recent announcement, tipping it to lift to $291 – a potential 5% gain.

Tribeca Investment Partners portfolio manager Jun Bei Liu is also hopeful about the stock. She said it was one of numerous in the space trading at a reasonable valuation, saying, courtesy of Livewire:

We do think healthcare will perform very well in an uncertain environment. These companies will deliver very strong earnings growth regardless of the economic outlook.

But the most bullish expert is Fairmont Equities founder Michael Gable. My Fool colleague Tony quoted the expert as telling media:

In some ways, CSL might have dropped off people’s radar because since the COVID lows [the share price] hasn’t really done anything.

It bottomed in February… and now it’s starting to outperform the broader index.

You could see CSL with a four in front of it potentially by the end of next year, if it breaks out.

To reach the $400 mark, the CSL share price would have to gain around 45%. No doubt plenty of investors will have their fingers crossed for such a rise.

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In afternoon trade, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is on course to record a small gain. At the time of writing, the benchmark index is up 0.3% to 6,799.7 points.

Four ASX shares that have failed to follow the market higher today are listed below. Here’s why they are dropping:

Ampol Ltd (ASX: ALD)

The Ampol share price is down 12% to $27.52. This morning this fuel retailer released its third quarter update. Although Ampol reported further strong earnings growth in FY 2022, it appears to have fallen short of expectations.

Cann Group Ltd (ASX: CAN)

The Cann share price is down 13% to 23.5 cents. This follows news that the cannabis company is seeking further funds from shareholders. The company has launched a share purchase plan to raise between $8 million and $10 million at an 18.8% discount of 22 cents per new share. Funds from the share purchase plan will contribute to the company’s strategic investment in expanding GMP manufacturing capabilities at its Mildura operation.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation Ltd (ASX: RWC)

The Reliance Worldwide share price has sunk over 13% to $3.11. Investors have been selling this plumbing parts company’s shares following the release of a disappointing trading update. For the first quarter, Reliance reported sales of US$303.1 million. While this was up 23% over the prior corresponding period, this was due largely to a US$53.8 million contribution from the EZ-Flo acquisition. Excluding this acquisition, its sales growth was 6%. And due to margin weakness, normalised EBITDA fell 4% to $63.2 million.

South32 Ltd (ASX: S32)

The South32 share price is down over 1.5% to $3.59. This appears to have been driven by a lukewarm response to the miner’s quarterly update on Monday. For example, this morning Goldman Sachs retained its neutral rating but trimmed its price target on the company’s shares to $3.60.

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The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) has faded in afternoon trade but remains on course to record a decent gain. At the time of writing, the benchmark index is up 0.4% to 6,804.5 points.

Four ASX shares that are climbing more than most today are listed below. Here’s why they are rising:

Aroa Biosurgery Ltd (ASX: ARX)

The Aroa Biosurgery share price is up 12% to 90 cents. This morning this medical device company released its half year update and revealed a 44% increase in revenue to NZ$28.8 million. In light of this strong half, the soft tissue regeneration company has upgraded its full year guidance for FY 2023 by approximately NZ$10 million.

Cettire Ltd (ASX: CTT)

The Cettire share price is up 12% to $1.74. This is despite there being no news out of the online luxury fashion retailer. This strong gain means its shares have now more than doubled in value since the start of the month. This has been driven by the release of a strong first quarter update earlier this month.

Estia Health Ltd (ASX: EHE)

The Estia Health share price is up 5% to $2.06. This morning this aged care provider announced a deal to acquire four residential aged care homes from the Premier Health Care Group. The release notes that these acquisitions are expected to be earnings per share accretive from the second half of FY 2023.

Weebit Nano Ltd (ASX: WBT)

The Weebit Nano share price is up 4% to $2.44. Investors have been buying this semiconductor company’s shares following the release of an investor presentation. The presentation reveals that management believes that the embedded ReRam market will grow from $18 million in 2021 to $957 million by 2027.

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It’s a deal touted on supermarket shelves, shopping centre posters, and marketing emails – free gift with purchase. Could there also be ‘free gifts’ hidden on the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO)? One expert has flagged a major freebie that appears to be on offer from AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP).

Roger Montgomery, founder and chair of Montgomery Investment Management, points out that, at recent levels, the AMP share price doesn’t factor in many of the company’s businesses.

In a way, that makes some of the company’s headline assets free for those buying into the stock.

Right now, AMP shares are trading for $1.195 apiece, 0.84% higher than the stock’s previous close. The ASX 200 has also lifted 0.23% on Tuesday.

So, what major assets could be essentially ‘free with any purchase’ of AMP shares in October? Keep reading to find out.

AMP shares essentially offer plenty of freebies: expert

Around a week ago, Montgomery sat down to prepare an investing brief for AMP shares. Since then, the stock has lifted around 1.4%.

Despite having previously declared the company one “that would not meet most investors’ definition of quality”, the expert’s funds have since bought into the stock.

That’s despite the 76% slide posted by the AMP share price over the last five years. On explaining the funds’ new position in AMP, Montgomery wrote:

We believe … the share price reflects legacy issues and investor anchoring and bias, and fails to acknowledge the turnaround and improvement in quality now underway.

The expert noted the divestment of Collimate Capital will likely see the company with a strong capital position. Meanwhile, its advice division’s losses and its wealth management division’s fund outflows are improving.

Finally, AMP Bank’s growth is outpacing its industry peers, helping to boost the company’s bottom line.

But what about that freebie? Here’s what Montgomery had to say:

With surplus capital of $2 billion, after the sale of assets, and a valuation of over $1.5 billion for the AMP Bank – based on book value – AMP’s market capitalisation of about $3.5 billion, suggests shareholders are receiving the +$100 billion multi-platform AMP North business, the Australian and New Zealand advice business, and a share of a Chinese asset management and pension company, for free. 

Finally, the expert believes that recent progress has delivered “objective evidence” that AMP shares offer “substantial” upside.

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The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is having a positive, if tenuous, day of green so far this Tuesday.

The ASX 200 initially opened strongly this morning. But over the day, the index has slipped lower. Even so, the ASX 200 remains up a decent 0.22% at the time of writing, putting the index at just under 7,800 points.

So time to dig a little deeper into today’s trading session. Let’s now have a look at the ASX 200 shares currently topping the market’s share trading volume charts, according to investing.com.

The 3 most traded ASX 200 shares by volume this Tuesday

Core Lithium Ltd (ASX: CXO)

Our first ASX 200 share to check out this Tuesday is the lithium share Core Lithium. So far today, a sizeable 27.55 million shares have been swapped on the markets.

This has no doubt been assisted by the company’s pleasing 4% jump that we’ve witnessed. As my Fool colleague Zach dug into earlier, this could be a consequence of Core’s recent deal with the electric car manufacturer Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA).

Pilbara Minerals Ltd (ASX: PLS)

Another ASX 200 lithium share is next up. Pilbara Minerals has seen a notable 30.33 million of its shares bought and sold on the share market thus far.

It’s been a big day for Pilbara. The company put out its quarterly update this morning, which investors were initially delighted with.

Soon after market open, Pilbara shares hit a new record high of $5.66 a share. But sentiment has dramatically cooled since, and the Pilbara share price is presently down by 0.74% at $5.34. With all of this bouncing around, it’s perhaps no wonder so many shares have been trading.

Sayona Mining Ltd (ASX: SYA)

Another ASX 200 lithium company is our third and final share experiencing high trading volumes this Tuesday. At this point of the session, a whopping 95.13 million Sayona shares have found a new home as it currently stands.

Alongside its lithium contemporaries, Sayona has enjoyed a very strong session today. Unlike Pilbara though, investors’ feet remain warm. The company is currently up a healthy 9.36% at 26 cents a share.

We haven’t had any news out of Sayona today. But it has released some well-received updates over the past month or so, which we dove into earlier. This could be a factor at play here.

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The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is having a fairly solid, if tenuous, day of gains so far this Tuesday. At present, the ASX 200 has gained 0.3%. But the same can’t be said for the Reliance Worldwide Corporation Ltd (ASX: RWC) share price.

Reliance Worldwide shares are having a shocker. This ASX 200 share has suffered a 16.3% drop at the time of writing, putting the company down to $3 a share. That’s right on a new 52-week low for Reliance.

Reliance Worldwide share price tanks 16% on quarterly update

It’s not hard to see why investors have sent this company down by such a large margin this Tuesday. Reliance Worldwide put out a trading update this morning before market open. This covers the three months ending 30 September 2022.

It was something of a mixed bag for the quarter for Reliance. The company reported sales for the period of US$303.1 million, up 23% over the prior corresponding period (pcp). This includes US$53.8 million from EZ-Flo after the November 2021 acquisition. Excluding this acquisition, sales growth was 6%.

This was driven primarily by pricing increases from the company, which were implemented to offset the effects of inflation.

Meanwhile, operating earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) came in at US$76.8 million, an increase of 16% over the pcp. However, excluding synergies from EZ-Flo and the sale of surplus property in the United Kingdom, EBITDA was US$63.2 million. That represents a loss of 4% over the pcp.

EBITDA margins fell from 26.6% in the pcp to 21.4% over this quarter. According to Reliance, “lower
volumes and higher costs negatively impacted margins, while price rises implemented to recover
costs resulted in diluted margins”.

Outlook

In terms of outlook, Reliance Worldwide said the following:

RWC’s end market exposure, which is predominantly to repair and maintenance activity, should provide greater resilience to economic shocks compared with the more cyclical new residential construction market. Weaker global economic conditions and the risk of a downturn in RWC’s key markets, however, mean the immediate outlook is uncertain.

RWC believes it is well placed with its local manufacturing operations and strong track record of class–leading customer service to navigate these challenges and respond to customer needs. We also expect our ongoing new product introductions will enable us to continue our long–standing track record of delivering above–market growth with quality margins.

So clearly ASX 200 investors haven’t been too impressed with this quarterly update, judging by the share price reaction. It puts the Reliance Worldwide share price down 53.1% year to date.

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The Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) share price is in the red today.

Rio shares are down 1.85% and are currently trading at $90.88. For perspective, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is up 0.2%.

Let’s take a look at what might be affecting Rio Tinto shares.

What’s going on?

The Rio Tinto share price may be down today, but it is not the only ASX mining share struggling. The BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) share price is falling 1.79% at the time of writing, while Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX: FMG) shares are sliding 2.44%.

The S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ) is 1.49% in the red today.

Rio, BHP and Fortescue are all huge producers of iron ore, which is used to make steel.

The iron ore November 22 contract on the Singapore Exchange is down 2.49% at the time of writing.

ANZ senior economist Catherine Birch highlighted “sentiment remains fragile” amid property sector concerns. In a research note this morning, Birch said:

Infrastructure is now becoming the most likely sector through which demand for steel and iron ore can receive a boost, but its impact on demand is waning.

In quarterly results last week, Rio Tinto reported a 4% boost in iron ore shipments to 82.9Mt. However, this was below consensus forecasts of 84.5 Mt, as my Foolish colleague James reported at the time.

Despite this, Morgans analysts recently reaffirmed an add rating on the Rio Tinto share price with a $108 price target. This is a nearly 19% upside on the current price. Analysts said:

Putting the 3Q22 result into perspective, we still see RIO boasting solid earnings quality, dividend yield, balance sheet strength and trading at a discount to our $108.00 Target Price. We maintain our Add rating.

Goldman Sachs analysts have also recently maintained a buy rating on Rio Tinto shares with a $112.90 price target.

Rio Tinto share price snapshot

Rio Tinto shares have lost nearly 6% in the past year, while they have descended 9% year to date.

For perspective, the ASX 200 has shed nearly 9% in the past year.

Rio Tinto has a market capitalisation of about $33.7 billion based on the current share price.

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