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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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Investing Articles

3 standout ETFs to consider for an ISA or SIPP in May

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

ETF products can be a great choice for an investment account or SIPP. Here are three with significant long-term return…

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Investing Articles

Fundsmith just snapped up these 2 high-quality dividend growth stocks

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Fund manager Terry Smith’s just bought two stocks with rapidly-growing dividend payouts for his global equity fund. Are these shares…

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Investing Articles

If I could only own 1 stock in my Stocks and Shares ISA, it would be…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon sees this company as a top pick for his Stocks and Shares ISA due to its diversified nature…

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Investing Articles

2 world-class S&P 500 stocks I’ve been buying hand over fist in the market sell-off

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon believes these two S&P 500 stocks have huge long-term potential and he’s been buying while markets have been…

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Growth Shares

On a P/E ratio of 17, is Alphabet the best growth stock to consider buying in 2025?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Alphabet's been a brilliant growth stock over the last few decades. And right now, it’s trading at a very attractive…

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Investing Articles

The best-performing FTSE 100 stock over the last year is…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This under-the-radar financial stock in the FTSE 100 index has soared over the last year, more than doubling investors’ money.

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Investing Articles

Why the IAG share price probably isn’t as cheap as it looks

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The IAG share price looks like a bargain at the moment. But with this stock, there are some risks investors…

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Investing Articles

Could the Marks and Spencer cyberattack send its share price plummeting?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Marks and Spencer’s share price has already taken a hit as a result of the cyberattack on the company. Could…

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Investing Articles

I asked ChatGPT for the best UK stocks to buy for my portfolio in the market sell-off. Here’s what it said

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

When Edward Sheldon asked the generative AI app for the best stocks to buy amid the market pullback, he was…

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Investing Articles

Could this new risk cause a stock market crash?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tariffs and a potential recession are two major stock market risks right now. But there’s another risk that concerns Edward…

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Investing Articles

3 types of UK stocks that could help protect an investment portfolio in a recession

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three categories of UK stocks that are defensive in nature and could offer portfolio protection if the…

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Dividend Shares

This former super stock now has a 20% dividend yield

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

As a result of a large share price fall, the dividend yield on this under-the-radar UK stock has soared to…

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Investing Articles

£10,000 invested in a FTSE 100 tracker fund 5 years ago is now worth…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the last five years, the FTSE 100 has provided investors with a return of more than 10% a year…

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Investing Articles

Nvidia stock hasn’t been this cheap in years. Time to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Nvidia stock's fallen back to $100. And at that share price, its price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is very low, says Edward…

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Investing Articles

How to try and build a bullet-proof Stocks and Shares ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Those wanting to build a rock-solid investment ISA should diversify well and focus on high-quality stocks, says Edward Sheldon.

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Investing Articles

This FTSE 100 dividend stock just fell 26% and directors are loading up on its shares

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This Footsie dividend stock just experienced a huge share price fall. Is there an opportunity here for long-term value investors?

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Investing Articles

If an investor puts £100 a month into a Stocks and Shares ISA, here’s what they could have in 10 years

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The Stocks and Shares ISA is a very powerful investment vehicle. And today, you can start investing in one with…

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Investing Articles

The FTSE’s down 8% from its highs. Is now a good time to invest in UK shares?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

A lot of FTSE shares have taken a hit this year due to economic uncertainty. Is there an opportunity here…

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Investing Articles

The S&P 500’s 12% off its highs. Is now a good time to buy US shares for an ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Right now, a lot of British investors are wondering whether it’s a good time to buy US shares. Here, Edward…

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Investing Articles

2 blue-chip FTSE 100 shares Hargreaves Lansdown investors have been buying in the market sell-off

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

When global markets were in meltdown mode, Hargreaves Lansdown investors recently piled into these two well-known FTSE 100 names.

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Investing Articles

2 high-growth tech stocks to consider buying and holding for the next 5-10 years

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for growth stocks to buy today? These two have bags of long-term potential in today’s digital world, says Edward…

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Investing Articles

Making these moves in an ISA now could pay off in 5 years

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing in an ISA now, while shares prices are low, could look like a brilliant move in five years’ time,…

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Investing Articles

As tariffs create uncertainty, this legendary FTSE 100 stock is rising

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This under-the-radar FTSE 100 stock just hit a new 52-week high, despite all the uncertainty in the global economy at…

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Investing Articles

Looking at Tesla stock? Consider this Warren Buffett-held EV rival instead

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tesla stock is one of the most popular investments in the UK right now. However, Edward Sheldon sees more appeal…

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Investing Articles

I’ve been investing in the stock market for 25 years. Here are 4 tips to navigate the current volatility

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing during periods of extreme stock market volatility isn’t easy. Here, Edward Sheldon provides his top tips to get through…

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Investing Articles

Down 38% over 12 months, is the BP share price the bargain of 2025?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BP’s share price has experienced a massive decline over the last year. Could there be a major opportunity here for…

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Investing Articles

Prediction: in 2 years these S&P 500 stocks will be much higher than they are today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These two S&P 500 stocks have been beaten down in recent weeks. But Edward Sheldon expects them to move much…

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Investing Articles

Down 29% and 26%, these ‘Magnificent 7’ growth stocks are still on sale!

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Both of these mega-cap growth stocks are more than 25% off their highs right now. And Edward Sheldon believes they…

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Investing Articles

10 UK shares that are 50% or more off their 52-week highs

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These UK shares have been hit hard. And Edward Sheldon believes there could be some opportunities for those with a…

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Investing Articles

The 2025 stock market sell-off could be a once-in-a-decade opportunity to build wealth in an ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If a long-term investor has cash sitting in an investment ISA, now could be a good time to put some…

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Investing Articles

With global markets down 10%+ investors should remember this legendary quote from Warren Buffett

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Warren Buffett is the greatest investor of all time. And he says that the best time to buy shares is…

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Investing Articles

2 world-class shares to consider buying in the market sell-off

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for blue-chip shares to buy amid the market chaos? Here are two high-quality businesses that Edward Sheldon sees potential…

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Investing Articles

2 stocks that have been crushed and now offer a ton of value

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been scanning the market for stocks that offer value after the sell-off. Here are two shares he…

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Investing Articles

2 beaten-down UK shares that now look really cheap

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for cheap shares to consider for the long term? These two British stocks offer a lot of value right…

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Investing Articles

The FTSE’s tanking. Here’s what I’m doing

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

In the blink of an eye, the FTSE has fallen more than 10% due to economic uncertainty. Here’s how Edward…

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Investing Articles

Glencore’s share price is 53% off its 52-week highs. Is it time to consider buying?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Glencore’s share price has tanked due to concerns over an economic slowdown. Is this an amazing buying opportunity for long-term…

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Investing Articles

£10,000 invested in Tesla stock at its peak in 2024 is now worth…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the last few months, Tesla stock has lost nearly half its value. Here, Edward Sheldon explores a few takeaways…

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Investing Articles

Is Fundsmith Equity still a good choice for a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2025?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Many Britons hold the Fundsmith Equity fund in their Stocks and Shares ISAs. Is this still a good move? Edward…

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Investing Articles

I just bought this legendary S&P 500 tech stock for my ISA, 27% off its highs

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This S&P 500 stock has tanked over the last month and Edward Sheldon has snapped it up for his portfolio…

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Dividend Shares

2 ‘safe’ LSE dividend stocks to consider as global markets sell off

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

As global markets experience high levels of volatility due to economic uncertainty, investors are piling into these ‘safe-haven’ dividend stocks.

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