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John Choong

John is an equity research analyst who has a keen eye for detail, providing detailed analysis of stocks and shares in a concise manner. He covers an array of industries ranging from big tech to supermarkets and housebuilders. At times, he may even provide comprehensive insights you might not get elsewhere.

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2 FTSE 100 shares to buy during this recession

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As the UK braces itself for a long recession next year, here are two FTSE 100 shares I'm planning on…

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3 handpicked US dividend stocks with high yields to buy in December

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Morgan Stanley recently picked out a number of US dividend stocks with high yields. So, here are three shares I'm…

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Warren Buffett bought TSMC stock! Should I buy too?

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Warren Buffett recently bought a large chunk of TSMC stock. Given his excellent record of picking amazing stocks, should I…

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3 UK shares that could benefit from the World Cup

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With the World Cup in full swing this December, here are three UK shares I'm eyeing that could benefit during…

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Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares in December?

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Rolls-Royce shares have been enjoying a flurry of positive news lately. So, should I buy its stock this month after…

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I’m investing £3,000 into this growth stock with tremendous potential!

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Growth stocks have been hammered this year due to sky-high inflation. However, a rally could be on the cards for…

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IDS shares and its 7.1% dividend yield could be in trouble

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IDS shares are historically known for their generous dividends. However, this could be in jeopardy in the near term. Here's…

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2 of the best stocks to buy during this recession

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The UK is set to fall into a recession next year. With that in mind, here are two great stocks…

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Should I invest in the FTSE 100 or S&P 500 in 2023?

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Index funds are a great way to grow my savings. But which of the many funds among the FTSE 100…

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Can Rio Tinto’s dividend maintain its high yield of 9.8%?

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Rio Tinto is renowned for being one of the biggest dividend payers. But with profits expected to take a hit,…

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Are Lloyds shares still a buy today?

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Bank stocks tend to thrive when interest rates are high. But this hasn't been the case with Lloyds shares. So…

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IAG shares: 4 things to watch out for!

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IAG shares have seen a remarkable recovery from lows of 94p. I’ve been researching the stock as it starts to…

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IDS shares are high-risk, high-reward. Here’s why

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Shares in Royal Mail owner, IDS have tumbled from £5.26 to £2.52 this year. So, should I buy the stock…

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Has the Burberry share price hit a peak at £21?

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The Burberry share price has hit a one-year high after releasing a satisfactory set of half-year results. So, has its…

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9% dividend yield! Are Taylor Wimpey shares a buy?

| John Choong

Taylor Wimpey shares currently have a dividend yield of 9%. So, could its shares present me with an opportunity to…

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Is the BT share price a bargain at its current level?

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The BT share price is almost down 30% this year. With a P/E ratio of 7 and a dividend yield…

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Should I buy or sell Marks and Spencer shares?

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Marks and Spencer shares are up 30% in the past month, despite management warning of a tough outlook. So, should…

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With interest rates at 3%, how should I be investing?

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The Bank of England recently raised interest rates to 3%. With many shares in the red, how should I be…

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At 87p, can the Rolls-Royce share price go higher?

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The Rolls-Royce share price has been on a rally since mid-October, rising as much as 30%. But can the stock…

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At £1.28, can the IAG share price go any higher?

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The IAG share price has made a remarkable recovery from its 2022 bottom and is now up 35%. So, can…

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PayPal stock drops below $70! Should I buy?

| John Choong

The PayPal stock price has dropped to a five-year low. With that in mind, could this be a buying opportunity…

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Should I buy IAG shares following excellent news?

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British Airways' parent company recently released a positive set of Q3 results. With that in mind, should I buy IAG…

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Earnings preview: can Rolls-Royce shares recover?

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Rolls-Royce shares have been below £1 since April. With the company set to report its Q3 earnings this week, can…

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Alphabet stock is now below $100! Should I buy?

| John Choong

Alphabet stock has been trading below $100 since releasing its Q3 results. Should I buy more of its shares while…

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Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares for its potential?

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Rolls-Royce shares are down over 40% this year. Even so, the company continues to innovate. So, should I buy its…

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Should I buy Dunelm shares after its latest results?

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Dunelm shares haven't been doing well this year and are down 40%. Is the drop a buying opportunity for me…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Apple stock 3 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

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Apple stock is one of Warren Buffett's favourite investments. So, here’s how much I’d have if I’d bought its shares…

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IDS shares just crashed! Should I be buying?

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IDS shares crashed by more than 10% last week. So, here's why, and whether I'll be buying its stock for…

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Down 35%, should I buy Pinterest stock?

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After a number of positive events lately, Pinterest stock has slid back down again. So, could this be a buying…

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Have easyJet shares hit a bottom?

| John Choong

easyJet shares are 50% down this year and lost 15% in the last month alone. Has its stock bottomed or…

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Here’s why IAG shares just soared!

| John Choong

IAG shares have had a tumultuous time this year, losing 35% of their value. However, its stock popped 8% yesterday.…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Alphabet stock 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| John Choong

Alphabet stock has an excellent reputation for beating the market. So, here's how much I'd have if I'd bought its…

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Are Marks and Spencer shares a buy while they’re under £1?

| John Choong

Marks & Spencer shares are down almost 60% this year. With the stock the cheapest it's ever been, is this…

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PayPal stock just crashed! Should I buy?

| John Choong

Down 55% this year, PayPal stock has suffered further misfortunes. But with a healthy outlook, should I buy its stock…

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Are Burberry shares a great buy?

| John Choong

Burberry shares have recovered 25% from their 2022 low and have been on a rally recently. With that in mind,…

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What’s happening to Credit Suisse stock?

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The collapse of Credit Suisse stock has stoked worries of a financial crisis. So, here's everything that's happening with the…

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FTSE earnings preview: Entain, Hays, YouGov

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Earnings releases are a key moment for stock prices. Here are the earnings previews from three big FTSE firms reporting…

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FTSE director dealings: Tesco, Legal & General, Next

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Insider transactions can indicate whether a company's doing well. So, here are this week's biggest director dealings at three FTSE…

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Are BT shares in further trouble?

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BT shares were initially holding up well this year, but have since collapsed by 35%. Could the stock be in…

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Should I buy IAG shares while they’re still at £1?

| John Choong

Since I last covered IAG shares, they’ve continued to head lower and are around £1. So, should I buy this…

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