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Edward Sheldon, CFA

Based in London, Edward is a CFA-qualified investment analyst/writer who has clients all over the world. Before launching his own investment writing business in 2017, he spent 15 years working in private wealth management and institutional asset management. Edward takes an active approach to investing, managing his own individual stock portfolio. He likes to invest in high-quality companies that are poised to benefit from powerful long-term trends, and capable of generating market-beating returns. You can find more of his views, along with his portfolio holdings, at topshelfinvestments.substack.com

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I just bought some Palantir stock while it’s 35% below its highs

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Palantir stock has fallen significantly despite blowout Q4 results in which revenue was up 70%. Given the drop, Edward Sheldon…

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£1,000 buys 198 shares in this FTSE 100 investment trust that’s returned 25% a year for the last 10 years

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the last decade, investors could have beaten the FTSE 100 by a wide margin by investing in an investment…

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Should I buy red hot UK growth stock Raspberry Pi near £5?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The Raspberry Pi share price is on fire right now due to excitement around AI. Should Edward Sheldon buy the…

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£1,000 buys 1,162 shares in this red hot FTSE 250 property stock with a 7% dividend yield

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has identified a stock in the FTSE 250 that not only looks resistant to AI disruption but also…

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£1,000 buys 11,500 shares in this red hot healthcare penny stock that’s smashing GSK

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This healthcare stock has delivered around twice the return of GSK shares in 2026. Believe it or not though, it…

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Why ‘HALO’ shares could be the FTSE 100’s biggest winners in 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The investment environment is changing rapidly due to AI disruption concerns. Amid this backdrop, there are certain FTSE 100 shares…

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How the FTSE 100 index could hit 11,000 in 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The large-cap FTSE index is on a roll at the moment. It just hit 10,000 but Edward Sheldon believes it…

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The 2026 software apocalypse: 3 stocks down 25%+ to consider buying now, according to JP Morgan

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for bargain stocks to buy after the huge sell-off in software? Here are three names that analysts at JP…

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Is this why the Aviva share price has fallen 9% in 2026?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

While stocks are rising, Aviva’s share price isn’t. Is there a fundamental problem with the insurer that investors need to…

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£1,000 buys 1,869 shares in this red-hot penny stock that’s tipped to rise 64% and has a 6% yield

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This penny stock could deliver both capital gains and dividends for investors in the years ahead, if City analysts are…

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Be ready for a violent stock market crash

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The stock market's generated massive gains for investors in recent years. Could share prices be about to come crashing down?

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Is RELX stock a bargain in the FTSE 100 after a 50% fall?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

FTSE 100 data company RELX has seen its share price halve over the last six months on the back of…

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3 oversold tech stocks in the S&P 500 index that are worth a closer look today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These technology stocks in the S&P 500 index have all been hammered. But Edward Sheldon believes there’s potential for a…

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£1,000 buys 694 shares in this red-hot UK space stock that’s smashing the FTSE 100 index

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the last 12 months, this space ETF has delivered roughly 10 times the return of the FTSE 100 index.…

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Should I buy more stock of Amazon and Uber for my ISA after 10%+ falls

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Amazon stock has been crushed. So has Uber. Is now the time for Edward Sheldon to add to his positions…

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£1,000 buys 10,750 shares in this red-hot FTSE defence stock that’s crushing Rolls-Royce and BAE Systems

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This defence stock in the FTSE AIM All Share index has delivered huge returns for investors recently. Could it be…

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A rare chance to buy US software growth stocks like Salesforce, Snowflake, and CrowdStrike cheaply?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

US growth stocks in the software space have taken a beating recently amid concerns of AI disruption. Is there a…

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Why UK shares like Tesco, BP, and Rio Tinto could see higher valuations in 2026 and beyond

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

For a long time, UK shares in ‘old economy’ sectors were out of favour. However, the landscape's recently changed dramatically.

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How to build a ‘lazy’ passive income portfolio with just 1 UK ETF

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Interested in creating a low-hassle, tax-efficient passive income stream? This exchange-traded fund could be worth checking out.

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‘Old school’ UK stocks like Lloyds, GSK, and Vodafone are making a huge comeback. Here are 2 to consider buying now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

In 2026, we're seeing a huge shift in market sentiment, with UK value stocks coming back into focus. Here are…

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Diageo shares are up 6% in a week. Is this the start of a huge comeback?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After a lengthy period of weakness, Diageo shares are showing signs of life. Could this be the start of a…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy FTSE 100 tech stocks like LSEG, Rightmove, and RELX?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The valuations on a lot of FTSE technology stocks have fallen to multi-year lows. Is there a major investment opportunity…

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FTSE 100 software stocks RELX, LSEG, Sage, and Rightmove have been hammered. What’s the best move now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the last month, FTSE 100 software stocks have been crushed. Is it time to bail on the sector or…

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£1,000 buys 7,200 shares in this UK penny stock that’s tipped to rise 190%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Analysts believe this penny stock has the potential to soar over the next 12 months, or so. Could it be…

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Should I buy Palantir stock for my ISA after its blowout Q4 earnings?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Palantir stock has lost its momentum recently. But that could be about to change after the company’s blockbuster fourth-quarter earnings.

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Up 35% in 2026, Europe’s most valuable company is boosting my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

There are a number of shares in Edward Sheldon’s Stocks and Shares ISA that are flying right now. Here’s a…

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Up 1,660%, is Rolls-Royce still one of the best UK stocks to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Rolls-Royce have been a phenomenal investment in recent years. Could there be better British stocks to buy today…

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Meet the S&P 500 stock in my ISA that’s gained 59% a year over the last 3 years

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This S&P 500 tech stock has generated huge returns for investors over the last three years. But Edward Sheldon believes…

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£5,000 buys 4,793 shares in this FTSE 250 dividend stock yielding a huge 7%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This stock currently sports a dividend yield of around 7%. But the share price is rising and the yield may…

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£1,000 buys 947 shares in Lloyds Bank. But is this the best UK stock to buy today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Trading near £1, Lloyds' shares may not look like the value pick they once were. But could there still be…

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£1,000 buys 543 shares in this red-hot UK defence stock that’s smashing BAE Systems

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BAE Systems' shares tend to steal the spotlight when UK defence stocks are in focus. But this stock's been a…

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Stacks of coins
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3 penny shares tipped to soar in 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If City analysts are right, these penny shares could be about to shoot higher. Might they be worth considering as…

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2 exciting UK stocks tipped to double in 2026

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These UK stocks have performed well for investors recently. However, analysts believe that they can climb much higher in the…

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3 reasons Barclays’ share price could keep rising

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Barclays’ share price has moved significantly higher over the last 12 months. Here are three reasons the shares could keep…

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3 ways a SIPP can turbocharge your retirement savings

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at the benefits of SIPPs for retirement saving and highlights a growth-oriented investment worth considering.

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Forget Lloyds: I just bought shares in another bank

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds shares are rising at the moment. But Edward Sheldon believes that this bank stock will provide better returns in…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to generate enough passive income for a ‘comfortable’ retirement?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

An investment ISA can be a very effective retirement saving account. But how much money do you need to create…

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3 brilliant funds for passive income in the UK

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With these three funds, an investor could potentially build a well-diversified passive income stream with a very healthy yield.

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I just dumped Fundsmith Equity from my Stocks and Shares ISA and SIPP. Here’s why

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon just booted Fundsmith Equity out of his Stocks and Shares ISA and pensions. Here’s where he's deployed the…

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Down 50%, are Greggs shares a top turnaround investment for 2026?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Greggs shares have been absolutely hammered over the last 15 months or so. Could there be an opportunity for value…

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