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Charlie Carman

Charlie Carman

Charlie formerly worked at the Bank of England and is a qualified lawyer with expertise in intellectual property and technology disputes. He currently writes on a freelance basis, specialising in financial markets and investing.

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Near a 52-week high, here’s what the charts say for the Rolls-Royce share price!

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The Rolls-Royce share price has staged a remarkable rally over the past year, but can the FTSE 100 stock continue…

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If I’d put £1k in Tesco shares at their 52-week low, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Charlie Carman

Tesco shares have performed well since sinking to a 52-week low almost a year ago, but challenges remain for the…

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Investing Articles

Investing £10 a day in the FTSE 100 index to aim for a million!

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Investing £10 a day in the FTSE 100 index could potentially deliver a £1m portfolio for long-term investors, but is…

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£4,000 of savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into passive income of £300 a month!

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Charlie Carman outlines how he'd target a sizeable passive income portfolio via long-term investing, starting with just £4k in the…

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Is NIO stock cheaper than Tesla today? Here’s what the charts say!

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After a 25% share price fall this year, Charlie Carman considers whether NIO stock might be a better value investment…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy a FTSE 100 stock near a 10-year low?

| Charlie Carman

This FTSE 100 stock is sinking toward lows last seen over a decade ago but does the colossal 9.1% dividend…

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Is the Scottish Mortgage share price dirt cheap under £7? Here’s what the charts say

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Charlie Carman considers whether the Scottish Mortgage share price is undervalued today as the investment trust struggles to build momentum.

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Is this the ultimate Warren Buffett stock?

| Charlie Carman

Want to invest like Warren Buffett? Investors may wish to consider buying this stock if they admire the Oracle of…

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A rare chance to get rich with UK shares?

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As UK shares trade at a significant discount relative to international stocks, Charlie Carman looks at some potential British bargain…

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The ASOS share price surges above £4! Did I miss the bottom?

| Charlie Carman

The ASOS share price has struggled to break out above 400p since the retailer's weak set of interim results in…

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Buying 3,874 shares of this FTSE 250 stock would yield a £1,200 second income!

| Charlie Carman

Want to earn a second income of £1,200 per year? This high-yield FTSE 250 dividend stock might pique investors' curiosity…

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How much do I need to invest for £30,000 in passive income a year?

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Charlie Carman explores important considerations for stock market investors to bear in mind when targeting £30k in annual passive income.

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Is the HSBC share price undervalued below 600p?

| Charlie Carman

The HSBC share price remains anchored below £6 as the FTSE 100 bank misses City profit expectations, but unveils a…

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The surging BAE share price looks unstoppable! Should I buy?

| Charlie Carman

The BAE share price has staged a relentless rise since Russia invaded Ukraine. Will the defence stock keep climbing as…

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2 ultra-high-yield FTSE 100 stocks to consider for a SIPP

| Charlie Carman

Searching for high-yield dividend stocks to fund a successful retirement? Here are two FTSE 100 shares investors might consider buying.

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Here’s how many Barclays shares I’d need to buy for a £100 monthly income!

| Charlie Carman

Barclays shares offer a dividend yield well above the FTSE 100 average, but disappointing Q3 results highlight the risks potential…

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Time to get ready for a stock market crash?

| Charlie Carman

Preparing for a stock market crash is a key part of portfolio management. Charlie Carman explores four steps investors could…

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How to turn a £20k ISA into a second income of £10k a year!

| Charlie Carman

Buying dividend stocks in an ISA can be a good way to earn a second income. Here's how our writer…

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Are Imperial Brands shares doomed by the UK smoking ban?

| Charlie Carman

Despite encouraging recent results, will Imperial Brands shares suffer as Rishi Sunak proposes a smoking ban for those currently aged…

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No savings at 30? Here’s how I’d aim for passive income of £3,000 a month

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Charlie Carman explains how he'd aim for a long-term target of £36k a year in tax-free passive income if he…

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Will the stock market crash in October 2023?

| Charlie Carman

The month of October has produced some severe stock market crashes over the past century. Will history repeat itself in…

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Will Rolls-Royce shares be the best FTSE 100 investment in 2023?

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Rolls-Royce shares have more than doubled this year so far. Could the aerospace and defence giant be the best-performing FTSE…

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If I’d put £1k in Vodafone shares at the start of 2023, here’s how much I’d have now

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To the dismay of shareholders, Vodafone shares have fallen in 2023. But a huge dividend yield adds to the FTSE…

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Are IAG shares the greatest bargain on the FTSE 100?

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IAG shares still trade well below where they were before the pandemic. So is the airline group one of the…

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3 ways to invest for £500 in monthly passive income!

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Charlie Carman outlines three different approaches stock market investors could take to earn £6,000 a year in passive income.

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy Hargreaves Lansdown shares near a 10-year low?

| Charlie Carman

Hargreaves Lansdown shares currently trade near levels not seen since early 2013. Is this a rare chance for me to…

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How to earn a second income with just £250 a month!

| Charlie Carman

Investing regularly in the stock market can be a good strategy to earn a second income, especially when adopting a…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy Persimmon shares near a 10-year low?

| Charlie Carman

Persimmon shares have fallen 70% from their 2020 peak as soaring mortgage rates hurt the FTSE 100 housebuilder. Is this…

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Near a 52-week low, is Rio Tinto the FTSE 100’s best value stock?

| Charlie Carman

Rio Tinto shares trade near a 52-week low, but do the company's fundamentals mean it could be the best value…

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One soaring penny stock I’d buy today under 45p

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This penny stock is a pioneer in developing solid state batteries, which could have the potential to surpass lithium-ion technology.

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Rolls-Royce shares have surged 107% in 2023! Will they soar even higher?

| Charlie Carman

Rolls-Royce shares are this year's top performers in the FTSE 100 index to date. Can investors expect further growth on…

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7 steps to earn a £20,000 second income

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Want to earn a £20k second income by investing in dividend stocks? Charlie Carman explains how to approach this goal…

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5.8%+ dividend yields! 2 FTSE 100 stocks for investors to consider

| Charlie Carman

Many FTSE 100 stocks offer big dividends, but these two beat the index average. Investors may wish to consider them…

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The Capita share price is near a 27-year low! Is this a rare chance to get rich?

| Charlie Carman

The Capita share price has sunk to lows not seen since 1995. Could this be a once-in-a-lifetime buying opportunity for…

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Turning an empty Stocks and Shares ISA into a £1m portfolio!

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Investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA is a tax-efficient way to target a million-pound portfolio. Charlie Carman explains how…

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Here’s how many Aviva shares I’d need to buy for a £100 monthly income!

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Aviva shares offer one of the highest dividend yields in the FTSE 100. Charlie Carman outlines how many he'd need…

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Are we in the middle of a once-in-a-lifetime chance to buy RC365 shares?

| Charlie Carman

RC365 shares have been on a parabolic run in recent weeks. Can the small-cap stock soar higher or is there…

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£0 in savings? I’d aim for £25k in annual passive income with 3 simple steps!

| Charlie Carman

It's possible to build a healthy passive income portfolio starting from scratch by investing in dividend stocks. Charlie Carman explains…

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3 second income ideas for investors in August 2023!

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Investing in dividend stocks can be a good way to earn a second income. Charlie Carman shines a spotlight on…

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1 soaring penny stock I’d buy today at 88p

| Charlie Carman

This Australia-based penny stock in the litigation funding sector has surged 28% in 2023. Can this positive momentum continue?

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