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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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Is investing in dividend stocks a good idea?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Dividend stocks have become popular in the low-interest-rate environment. But is investing in them a good idea?

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Sirius Minerals shares: is a possible 5.5p a share offer a good or bad deal for shareholders?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The proposed deal, which would see Anglo American pay 5.5p per share for each Sirius Minerals (LON: SXX) share, values Sirius…

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4 of my top investment themes for the next decade

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

By identifying powerful long-term trends that are likely to have a big impact on the world over the next decade,…

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Forget offers to switch banks! I see this as a much easier way to make money

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Considering switching banks just for the cash bonus? Read this first.

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy for my ISA today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stocks are all very reliable dividend payers.

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3 FTSE AIM 100 stocks that I believe will end 2020 higher

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

AIM is home to some exciting companies with growth potential, despite seemingly high valuations.

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Forget a FTSE 100 tracker fund. Here’s how I’m investing my ISA money in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Here's how Edward Sheldon is aiming to outperform the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) over the long run.

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Retirement Articles

No savings at 50? Here’s what I’d do in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Hitting 50 with no savings is not an ideal financial situation to find yourself in. Yet it's also not too…

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Forget the top Cash ISA rate. I’d pocket a 5.4% dividend from Lloyds Bank shares

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Fed up with low Cash ISA rates? Take a look at the dividend yield on Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON:…

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Forget buy-to-let. Here’s a UK property investment I’d buy in 2020 instead

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Buy-to-let is a hassle. This is a much easier way to invest in UK property, says Edward Sheldon.

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Here’s how much £1K invested in Sirius Minerals shares a year ago would be worth today. Ouch!

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If you're a Sirius Minerals plc (LON: SXX) shareholder, you may want to look away now.

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Britain’s Warren Buffett just bought this FTSE 250 stock. Should I buy it too?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Nick Train just bought his first UK stock in nine years and it's a FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) company you…

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The FTSE 100: my 3 predictions for 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Here are three things to expect from the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) in the year ahead, says Edward Sheldon.

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The gold price could rise to $2k in 2020 say analysts, but does it beat shares?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

A number of analysts believe the gold price will keep rising in 2020, but would I choose it over FTSE…

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Here’s how much £1K invested in Lloyds Bank shares two years ago would be worth today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds Banking Group plc (LON: LLOY) is one of the most popular stocks in the UK. But has it been…

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Looking to outperform the FTSE 100? Here are my top UK small-cap growth stocks for 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If your goal is to generate strong investment returns, it’s worth looking outside the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) and putting…

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Forget the top Cash ISA rate. I’d pocket 5%+ here

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Sick of the low interest rates on Cash ISAs? Here's an easy way to earn a return of 5%+.

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3 UK stocks I’d buy TODAY for 2020 and beyond

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for stocks to buy today? Here's a FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock and two under-the-radar growth stocks that Edward…

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Stocks had a great year in 2019, but if you’re a FTSE 100 investor you may be disappointed. Here’s why

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Relative to other major stock market indices, the FTSE 100's (INDEXFTSE: UKX) return in 2019 was quite disappointing.

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Retirement Articles

Retirement saving: four smart financial moves I’d make to kick off 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Need to get your retirement savings into shape in 2020? Here’s a look at four smart financial moves that could…

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Welcome to 2020! Here are 3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy and hold for the next decade

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These three FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stocks look set to benefit from powerful long-term trends over the next decade.

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6 funds I’d invest in for 2020 and beyond

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for funds to invest in for 2020? Here's a selection of top UK equity and global equity funds to…

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Think the FTSE 100 had a good year? You need to see this

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Compared to other major stock market indexes, returns from the FTSE 100 in 2019 were quite disappointing.

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I want to buy for my ISA in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These are the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stocks that are top of Motley Fool writer Edward Sheldon's wishlist heading…

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This FTSE 250 dividend payer isn’t the only stock I regret not buying in 2019

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) dividend stock was a bargain in hindsight.

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3 reasons I won’t be investing in buy-to-let property in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Buy-to-let is not worth the hassle, says Edward Sheldon.

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Retirement Articles

Looking for dividend stocks for retirement? I think you’ll love these FTSE 100 companies

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

When it comes to dividend stocks for retirement, you need to be selective, says Edward Sheldon. Now is not the…

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Why I’ll be avoiding a Cash ISA in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Those with money parked in a Cash ISA are actually getting poorer over time, explains Edward Sheldon.

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5 habits of wealthy investors that could give you an edge in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Ever wondered how the rich handle their investment money?

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Merry Christmas! Here are 4 money tips that could boost your wealth significantly in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Who needs Santa when you have money-making tips like this?

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This is how much £1K invested in GSK shares 5 years ago would be worth today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK) is a popular stock. But has it been a good investment?

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5 UK dividend stocks I’d buy for 2020 and beyond

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking for UK dividend stocks to buy in 2020? Check out these five dividend payers, says Edward Sheldon.

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Retirement Articles

The State Pension could have you working until 67. Here’s what I’d do to retire early

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The State Pension age will hit 67 by 2028. This three-step plan could help you retire earlier than that.

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4 mistakes many FTSE 100 investors will make in 2020

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Panicking when the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) falls is not the only mistake investors will make next year.

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This FTSE 100 stock was one of my worst tips in 2019

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stock had a terrible year and so did some smaller names.

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This is how much £1K invested in BT shares 5 years ago would be worth now. Ouch!

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BT Group plc (LON: BT.A) shares haven't been a good investment recently.

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SXX shares, Metro Bank, Neil Woodford: 3 of my top ‘avoid’ calls in 2019

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing isn't just about picking winners. It's also about avoiding losers, says Edward Sheldon.

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Dividend stocks explained: how to generate income through shares

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

No idea what a dividend stock is? Here's what you need to know.

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Forget a FTSE 100 tracker. My top 2019 stock tips have generated gains of 107%, 65%, and 58%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Some of these 2019 stock tips beat the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) by a wide margin.

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This FTSE 100 dividend stock is hated right now. That’s why I just bought more of it

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Only a few years ago, this FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stock was in high demand.

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