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Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane writes on UK financial markets.

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Down a third, eBay shares look cheap to me

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After losing a third of their value in the past year, eBay shares have caught our writer's eye. Here he…

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2 UK shares to buy today for 8% dividends

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer has a list of UK shares to buy now for his portfolio. These two high-yielders make the list…

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What do falling share prices mean for an investor?

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Are falling share prices important when it comes to investments? Our writer definitely thinks so. Here he explains why with…

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Does the falling Pennon share price make it a bargain utility?

| Christopher Ruane

The Pennon share price has been going down like a leaky boat. Does that make it a compelling investment opportunity…

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The ITM Power share price jumped a fifth this month. Time to buy?

| Christopher Ruane

After the ITM Power share price performed strongly this month, our writer considers whether to invest. But how should he…

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Could Centrica profits power my retirement?

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Centrica profits for the first half came in north of a billion pounds. Could such earnings fund dividends and help…

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The 14% Jupiter dividend yield is safe for now. But what comes next?

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There was good news about the Jupiter dividend today. But what should I do with my shares in the fund…

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Could the stock market recovery stall once Summer ends?

| Christopher Ruane

Over the past couple of years, investors have benefitted from the stock market recovery. Our writer considers whether it can…

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Here’s how I would use the Warren Buffett method and aim to turn £500 into £3k

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Is it realistic for our writer to try and increase a sum of money by 500% in under a decade?…

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Want extra income? I’d invest £1,150 in this share today for £100 a year

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains how putting money into shares helps him earn extra income ever year -- with an example of…

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Could mining shares be about to nosedive?

| Christopher Ruane

Industry giants Rio Tinto and Anglo American have announced big dividend cuts. Our writer explains why he is now steering…

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The Trainline share price has more than doubled. Is it too late to board?

| Christopher Ruane

Since March, the Trainline share price is up by over 100%. Our writer explains why there may be more growth…

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3 recession shares I’d buy in August

| Christopher Ruane

As the economic outlook continues to look unpromising, our writer picks a trio of recession shares he thinks might offer…

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Are Sage Group shares the UK’s hidden tech gem?

| Christopher Ruane

Could Sage Group shares be an overlooked possible source of growth for Christopher Ruane's portfolio? He likes the business model…

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Here’s how buying income shares now could earn me £1,000 a month

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer thinks that through buying the right income shares in today's market, he can build a four-figure monthly earnings…

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I just sold all my Lloyds shares. Here’s why

| Christopher Ruane

Lloyds raised its interim dividend nearly 20% this week. So why has our writer recently sold all his Lloyds shares?…

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3 growth shares I think could do well, even in a recession

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Our writer has picked a trio of growth shares he would consider holding in his portfolio in the hope they…

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2 FTSE 250 shares I’ve snapped up this week for their dividends

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Our writer likes the underlying businesses of these two FTSE 250 shares. He's added them to his portfolio for their…

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Under a pound, is the Deliveroo share price a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

The Deliveroo share price is in pennies and far below where it once stood. Our writer chews over whether the…

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The BT share price is treading water. Should I make a move?

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The BT share price is fairly close to where it was a year ago. Christopher Ruane looks at why and…

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Is now the time to buy JD Wetherspoon shares?

| Christopher Ruane

JD Wetherspoon shares have lost over half their value. But our writer still likes the business model. Here is why…

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Will the Haleon share price hit £2 or £4 first?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer has been looking at the Haleon share price and considering whether the company might make an attractive buy…

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Will there be a 2023 Rolls-Royce dividend?

| Christopher Ruane

As a shareholder in the aircraft engine maker, our writer considers what the prospect of a 2023 Rolls-Royce dividend could…

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Can the British American Tobacco dividend keep growing?

| Christopher Ruane

A market update from the smoking giant has our writer wondering about where the British American Tobacco dividend may go…

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3 reasons I’d consider owning Ibstock shares

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Our writer has been considering buying Ibstock shares for his portfolio. Here are a trio of things he finds attractive…

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Down by half, are Royal Mail shares a recovery pick?

| Christopher Ruane

Royal Mail shares have lost half their value in little over a year. But does the health of the business…

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Could rising interest rates hurt real estate investment trusts (REITs)?

| Christopher Ruane

REITs are highly exposed to the property market. So could growing interest rates make them a less attractive investment for…

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How I’d invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a £1k annual income for life

| Christopher Ruane

A Stocks and Shares ISA can generate ongoing dividend income. Our writer explains how he would invest £20,000 in an…

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I was right about the soaring Photo-Me share price! Is there still time to buy?

| Christopher Ruane

The Photo-Me share price has soared after announcing strong results and a special dividend. Has our writer missed the opportunity…

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Here’s how I’d target £300 extra income each month by investing in dividend shares

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer likes buying dividend shares to generate some extra income. Here, he explains how he'd go about it with…

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Is now — finally — the perfect moment to buy solid state battery shares?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer has been considering adding battery shares to his portfolio for years. Here he explains how he is reacting…

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Are Shell shares a boring but safe choice for my pension?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer sold his Shell shares after a dividend cut in 2020. Could they merit a place again in his…

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2 FTSE shares I’m already eyeing for August

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer has been considering some possible purchases for his portfolio in the month of August. These two names caught…

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With the Petra Diamonds share price in pennies, should I buy?

| Christopher Ruane

Will the Petra Diamonds share price dazzle our writer so much he adds it to his portfolio? Here he explains…

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Is it time to buy Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer has been eyeing Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust as a potential addition to his portfolio. Here, he explains why…

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Lifelong passive income for £5 a day? Here’s how!

| Christopher Ruane

For a few pounds a day, our writer thinks he can set up passive income streams that could pay him…

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Five FTSE 100 shares I’d buy to hold

| Christopher Ruane

Looking years ahead, what shares would our writer want in his portfolio -- and should he buy now? Here are…

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When will the FTSE 100 be on fire again?

| Christopher Ruane

The FTSE 100 is in positive territory over the past year -- but the growth has hardly been explosive. Christopher…

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Is 30 too late to start investing?

| Christopher Ruane

Is it too late to start investing at the age of 30? Our writer's answer is an emphatic no --…

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Here’s how I’d jump on the next stock market crash to try and retire early

| Christopher Ruane

While many investors fear the next stock market crash, our writer doesn't. Here he explains how he'd use it to…

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