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Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon, CFA

Based in London, Edward is a freelance investment analyst/writer who has clients all over the world. Before launching his own investment content business in 2017, he spent 15 years working in private wealth management and institutional asset management in the UK and Australia. Edward is a passionate investor himself and manages his own global stock portfolio. His stock-picking strategy combines ‘growth’, ‘quality’, and ‘thematic’ approaches. Edward holds a Commerce degree from the University of Melbourne, as well as the Investment Management Certificate (IMC) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification. You can find him on Substack @topshelfinvestments

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Legal & General Group plc: a top Footsie dividend stock for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Interested in a 5.6% yield? Edward Sheldon explains why he rates Legal & General Group plc (LON: LGEN) as one…

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2 cheap small-cap growth stocks for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two small-cap stocks that have made big gains for investors in recent years, but still look…

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2 beginner stocks for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Starting a share portfolio can be a daunting experience. The key is to keep things simple, says Edward Sheldon.

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Is the FTSE 100 ‘overvalued’ at 7,600 points?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 index (INDEXFTSE: UKX) enjoyed a Santa Rally in December, breaking out to a new high. Does that…

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2 of my top dividend stock picks for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon picks out two attractively valued companies that are increasing their dividend payouts.

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5 financial new year’s resolutions for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Want to get your finances sorted out this year? Take a look at these financial New Year's resolutions.

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Which is the better dividend stock: National Grid plc or British American Tobacco plc?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

National Grid plc (LON: NG) and British American Tobacco plc (LON: BATS) are two of the most popular dividend stocks…

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2 blockbuster growth stocks for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon profiles two under-the-radar, small-cap growth stocks that have considerable potential for 2018 and beyond.

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4 ‘secret’ benefits of owning dividend stocks in 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Most investors understand the 'basic' benefits of dividends. But are you aware of these other powerful benefits?

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Why Lloyds Banking Group plc is one of my top dividend stock picks for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With a prospective yield of 6.2% and potential for strong dividend growth, Edward Sheldon believes Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:…

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4 reasons to buy more dividend stocks in 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Growth stocks have been the winners this year. But Edward Sheldon believes dividend stocks could be a good bet for…

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Carillion plc isn’t the only stock I’ll be avoiding in 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at the most shorted stocks in the UK right now, including Carillion plc (LON: CLLN) and explains…

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Two turnaround stocks for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

While 2017 was a good year for shares, many UK stocks are currently below their 52-week highs. Here are two…

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3 investing lessons we can all learn from 2017

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

No matter your investing experience, there's always more to learn. Edward Sheldon highlights three important lessons from 2017.

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Why this fund could be a better investment than the FTSE 100 in 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If you're looking for growth in 2018, forget about the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) index and focus on mid-cap stocks…

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Which will be the better growth stock in 2018: Boohoo.Com plc or ASOS plc?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Boohoo.Com plc (LON: BOO) and ASOS plc (LON: ASC) have both generated amazing returns for shareholders in recent years. So…

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Who’s the best fund manager to back in 2018: Neil Woodford or Nick Train?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Nick Train's UK Equity fund has returned 23% over the last year. Neil Woodford's Equity Income fund has returned just…

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Are BT Group plc shares now the bargain of the year?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BT Group plc (LON: BT.A) currently trades on a P/E ratio of under 10. Does that make the stock a…

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UK inflation rises to 3.1%. Here’s how to combat it

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

UK inflation rose to 3.1% in November, which is bad news for consumers and investors. Edward Sheldon reveals an investment…

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Why I’d avoid Versarien plc and buy this 10-bagger instead

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Versarien plc (LON: VSR) has seen its share price explode 250% higher in a little over a month. Is it…

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Will Tesco plc and Rolls-Royce Holding plc ever be dividend champions again?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tesco plc (LON: TSCO) and Rolls-Royce Holding plc (LON: RR) have both cut their dividends in recent years. Can either…

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Berkeley Group Holdings plc: a 5% dividend stock with a P/E under 10

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

On a P/E below 10, Berkeley Group Holdings plc (LON: BKG) looks a fantastic dividend stock. But Edward Sheldon thinks…

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2 investment trusts you may wish you’d bought 10 years from now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If you're looking to grow your wealth exponentially over the long term, it's worth looking at the emerging markets, says…

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Do you want to be a pension millionaire?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at five key wealth-building strategies to help you retire a millionaire.

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2 dividend investment trusts with higher yields than the FTSE 100

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 index (INDEXFTSE: UKX) has a trailing yield of 2.9%. That's easily beatable with these two investment trusts,…

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Which is the better dividend stock: Royal Dutch Shell plc or GlaxoSmithKline plc?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Royal Dutch Shell plc (LON: RDSB) and GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK) are two of the most popular dividend stocks, but…

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The Sage Group plc isn’t the only top-performing growth stock making investors wealthy…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The Sage Group plc (LON: SGE) shares have almost doubled over the last three years. However, Edward Sheldon has identified…

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Looking for 6% yields? Check out these dividend investment trusts

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two dividend investment trusts that are rewarding investors with huge cash returns, including one owned by…

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Babcock International Group plc: a Neil Woodford dividend stock with a P/E under 10

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Babcock International Group plc (LON: BAB) shares are down almost 25% this year. Edward Sheldon believes they offer strong value…

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One growth stock I’d buy over IWG plc

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

IWG plc (LON: IWG) may be upbeat about its prospects after last month's profit warning but Edward Sheldon has picked…

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Are BP plc and J Sainsbury plc good dividend stocks?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon analyses whether oil major BP plc (LON: BP) and supermarket J Sainsbury plc (LON: SBRY) are good stocks…

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Four quotes from the world’s best investors to help you retire early

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon lists four pieces of invaluable advice that could help you achieve financial independence sooner.

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Two Neil Woodford dividend stocks you can buy for under a fiver

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two dividend stocks that can be bought for less than the price of a pint.

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Neil Woodford is buying UK bank stocks

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Neil Woodford has made the news headlines again. The portfolio manager is buying UK bank stocks.

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Are these two dividend stocks the bargains of the year?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two dividend stocks trading on P/E ratios of around 10.

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Why I’d buy Experian plc and Prudential plc for my pension

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon picks out two stocks that he believes have considerable long-term potential - Experian plc (LON: EXPN) and Prudential…

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2 FTSE 250 growth stocks making their investors wealthy

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE:MCX) stocks that have generated powerful gains for investors over the last 12…

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Why I’d buy Neil Woodford stocks ITV plc and Imperial Brands plc this week

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

ITV plc (LON: ITV) and Imperial Brands plc (LON: IMB) both offer low valuations and high dividend yields right now.

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This Neil Woodford stock jumped 45% last week

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon profiles a Neil Woodford-owned stock that surged last week and asks whether it's an attractive buy.

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Why Ultra Electronics Holdings plc has fallen 20% today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Ultra Electronics Holdings plc (LON: ULE) have fallen heavily today. Is this an opportunity for long-term investors?

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