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Growth Shares

The world’s best stock market investors have been buying these 3 shares

Following the ’smart money’ can pay off when investing in the stock market. With that in mind, here are some…

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Dividend Shares

3 passive income stocks investors should consider buying before 2024

There are some fantastic opportunities in the stock market right now for those seeking passive income, says Edward Sheldon.

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Growth Shares

Down 80%, could PayPal be a top growth stock to consider for 2024?

PayPal’s share price has been on a terrible run. As a result, the US-listed growth stock now looks really cheap,…

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Investing Articles

If I’d invested £12.5k in this stock market index 40 years ago, I’d now have £1m

This simple calculation shows that investing in the stock market for the long term is one of the best ways…

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Dividend Shares

Like passive income? Here are 3 top dividend shares to consider

With these UK dividend shares, investors could generate a substantial amount of additional income for doing absolutely nothing.

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Growth Shares

UK investors have been piling into this £1 growth stock. Should I buy too?

This £1 growth stock is currently getting a lot of attention from small-cap investors. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at the…

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Retirement Articles

If I could only buy 3 UK stocks for my SIPP, I’d pick these winners

If Ed Sheldon could only select three UK stocks for his SIPP, he’d go for companies with strong competitive advantages…

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Value Shares

Down 25% this year, this could be the FTSE 250’s best value stock

This FTSE 250 company has plans to double its sales and profits in the coming years. Yet right now, its…

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Growth Shares

2 FTSE 100 shares I’ve been buying for my Stocks and Shares ISA

Edward Sheldon has been taking advantage of recent stock market volatility and buying high-quality FTSE 100 shares for his portfolio.

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Value Shares

UK shares near 52-week lows: 2 I like and 1 I’d avoid

Edward Sheldon has been scanning the FTSE 350 index for shares trading near their 52-week lows and has identified a…

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Small-Cap Shares

Call me crazy, but I just bought more of this 60p penny stock

Edward Sheldon’s investment in penny stock Calnex Solutions hasn’t gone to plan recently. But instead of bailing on it, he’s…

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Growth Shares

5 ‘moonshot’ growth stocks I’ve bought for my Stocks and Shares ISA

Ed Sheldon has taken positions in five high-risk, high-reward growth stocks within his Stocks and Shares ISA in the hope…

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Dividend Shares

Legal & General vs Aviva: which is the best high-yield stock today?

Edward Sheldon analyses Legal & General and Aviva shares from an income investing perspective. Is one high-yield stock superior to…

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Investing Articles

If I’d put £10k into a FTSE 100 tracker fund 10 years ago, here’s what I’ve have now

UK investors love FTSE 100 tracker funds. But have these products actually been a good investment over the long term?…

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Growth Shares

1 reason I’m sticking with Scottish Mortgage shares

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares haven’t performed well recently. Yet Edward Sheldon still believes they have a lot of potential.

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Retirement Articles

How I’m aiming to turn a £50k SIPP into £500k+

Edward Sheldon looks at how a regular savings plan and a decent investment strategy could grow his SIPP into a…

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Market Movers

Why the Diageo share price is down 13% today

The Diageo share price has just registered a double-digit fall. Is this a great buying opportunity? Edward Sheldon provides his…

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Investing Articles

Thinking about buying BP shares after the 15% drop? Here are 3 things to know

BP shares look cheap right now. But those looking to buy should be aware that the oil giant is facing…

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Growth Shares

At $8, could NIO shares deliver Tesla-like returns over the next 10 years?

NIO shares have fallen from $60 to $8. Could an investment in the Chinese EV maker at that price deliver…

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Growth Shares

The Deliveroo share price is rising. But I’d rather invest in this rival

The Deliveroo share price appears to be staging a recovery right now. However, Edward Sheldon sees more investment appeal in…

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Small-Cap Shares

A 6p penny stock that’s worth a closer look right now

This penny stock has started to rise recently. Yet with revenues projected to double in the next few years, there…

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Value Shares

Are Barclays shares a steal at 133p?

Barclays shares have fallen by around 14% over the last month. Is this a buying opportunity? Or are the shares…

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Market Movers

3 huge opportunities in the stock market to look at right now

Whether one is investing for growth or income, the stock market is throwing up some exciting opportunities right now, says…

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Small-Cap Shares

2 AIM growth stocks to consider buying for 2024

The London Stock Exchange’s Alternative Investment Market (AIM) has been known to produce some top growth stocks. Here are two…

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Value Shares

Down 50%, this could be the FTSE 100’s best value stock

Edward Sheldon believes this value stock has the potential to gain around 30% in the medium term. And there should…

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Dividend Shares

2 top dividend stocks to consider buying in November

Ed Sheldon highlights two dividend stocks he likes the look of right now. He thinks they have the potential to…

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Market Movers

Down 20% in 2023, is the Prudential share price a major investment opportunity?

Earlier in the year, the Prudential share price was near 1,400p. Today however, it’s under 900p. Is this a great…

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Investing Articles

A 3-step plan to generate a second income of £500 a month

Edward Sheldon outlines how an investor could build enough capital to generate a significant second income when starting from scratch.

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Investing Articles

Should I buy housebuilder shares that have fallen 50%-plus?

UK housebuilder shares have tanked. Many have more than halved in value. Is this a great buying opportunity? Ed Sheldon…

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Investing For Beginners

Is now a good or bad time to invest in the stock market?

It’s never easy to work out if it’s a good time to invest in the stock market. But Edward Sheldon’s…

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Investing Articles

If Nvidia stock falls to $350, I will be loading up on it

Nvidia stock has been very volatile recently. And Edward Sheldon believes that in the short term, it could be set…

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Investing Articles

This high-quality FTSE stock fell 16% last month and I think investors should consider buying it

This FTSE stock is one of the highest-quality businesses on the London Stock Exchange, according to Edward Sheldon. And right…

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Investing Articles

BAE Systems shares are hot! Is it too late to buy?

BAE Systems shares have exploded higher over the last three years on the back of geopolitical tensions. Can they keep…

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Dividend Shares

The British American Tobacco share price has crashed in 2023. Should I buy?

Right now, the British American Tobacco share price is near its 52-week lows and the stock is offering a big…

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Growth Shares

Alphabet stock: why investors should consider buying the dip

Alphabet stock just fell from above $140 to around $125. And Edward Sheldon sees this big pullback as a great…

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Tesla stock has tanked. Should I buy?

Tesla stock has fallen nearly 30% over the last six weeks. Should Edward Sheldon buy now, or is there further…

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Dividend Shares

I’m buying dividend stocks that have been smashed by Ozempic and Wegovy

Many high-quality dividend stocks have fallen recently due to concerns over the impact of obesity drugs. Is this a buying…

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Investing Articles

This FTSE 100 stock could rise 117%, according to analysts

The FTSE 100 index is full of undervalued stocks right now. Here’s a look at a stock that could more…

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Retirement Articles

If I could only buy 3 stocks for my SIPP, I’d pick these winners

These three companies have substantial growth potential and Edward Sheldon believes they could help him grow his SIPP over the…

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Retirement Articles

Worried about running out of money in retirement? The stock market could help

Putting more money into the stock market for the long term could help people build more wealth for retirement, says…

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