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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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No retirement savings and running out of time? Here’s what to do

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

In your 60s and concerned about low pension savings? Here's what to do.

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Should you ditch Neil Woodford after yet another investing disaster?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Neil Woodford has suffered yet another disaster, this time with US biotech stock Prothena. Is it time to ditch the…

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Why I’d invest £1,000 in FTSE 100 dividend stock St. James’s Place today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon explains why wealth manager St. James's Place plc (LON: STJ) is a top FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend…

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BP share price: can it keep rising?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BP plc's (LON: BP) share price has surged 12% over the last month. Are there more gains to come?

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Should you buy these FTSE 100 dividend stocks that yield over 5%?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stocks that offer high dividend yields.

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3 top growth funds to buy in 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon identifies three top mutual funds to buy that have a focus on growth stocks.

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The investor lifecycle: how it affects you

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Understanding where you are in the investor lifecycle is an important part of financial planning.

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Two hot small-cap stocks you need to check out today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two hot AIM stocks that have exciting long-term prospects.

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Mediclinic International: a top FTSE 100 healthcare stock?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Mediclinic International plc (LON: MDC) shares are up 5% today. Are they worth a closer look?

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How much money do you need to save for retirement in the UK?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Do you know how much you need to save for retirement in the UK? Here are two retirement calculators that…

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How UK investors could build a Warren Buffett portfolio

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Warren Buffett is the greatest investor of all time. Here's how to build a portfolio just like his.

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3 top funds for dividend investors to buy in 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Love dividends? Check out these top UK dividend funds.

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Is Tesco a good share to buy for a starter portfolio?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tesco plc (LON: TSCO) shares surged this week. Is it a good stock to buy?

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4 key lessons from Warren Buffett’s current portfolio

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Here are four things investors can learn from the greatest investor of all time.

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Should you buy Neil Woodford stock Saga after today’s share price rise?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Saga plc (LON: SAGA) shares are down 40% in the last year and so yield 7.3%. Is now the time…

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These bargain FTSE 250 income stocks offer yields of 7%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon identifies two FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) stocks with low valuations and high yields.

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Two dividend growth stocks that could outperform the FTSE 100 this year

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two under-the-radar companies that could potentially beat the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) in 2018.

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GlaxoSmithKline’s share price is rising. Is it time to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

GlaxoSmithKline plc's (LON: GSK) share price has bounced 10% in the last few weeks. Is now the time to take…

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Should you follow Neil Woodford and sell AstraZeneca plc?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Neil Woodford has sold down his holding in AstraZeneca plc (LON: AZN). Should you copy him?

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In your 40s? Consider buying these two FTSE 100 stocks

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon identifies two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) stocks that might be ideal investments for those in their 40s.

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Opened a stocks & shares ISA? Consider these high-growth investment trusts

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two investment trusts that are suited to growth investors.

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Neil Woodford vs Nick Train – How would they invest this year’s ISA allowance?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Wondering how to invest this year's ISA allowance? Here's how two highly respected names might do it.

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When will the lifetime ISA bonus be paid?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Wondering when the lifetime ISA bonuses will be paid? Here's what you need to know.

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Two top investment trusts for a starter ISA portfolio

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon identifies two investment trusts that could be excellent core holdings for new ISA investors.

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Is Royal Dutch Shell plc a good ISA stock after the recent share price fall?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Royal Dutch Shell plc's (LON: RDSB) share price is down 13% from its 52-week high. Is now the time to…

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Is HSBC a bargain after the recent share price fall?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

HSBC Holdings plc's (LON: HSBA) share price has fallen nearly 15% in 2018. Is now the time to buy?

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy before the ISA deadline

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two high-quality FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) businesses that could make excellent ISA investments.

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FTSE 100 Q1 recap: a volatile quarter

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at the performance of the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) index between January and March 2018.

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Is the FTSE 100 a good investment for an ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) is a popular investment, but are there better alternatives to boost your ISA pot?

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Warren Buffett advice that could put you on the path to ISA millionaire status

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Warren Buffett is the greatest investor of all time. Follow these tips of his to achieve your ISA millionaire goal.

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Why I just invested the full £4,000 in the lifetime ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon explains why he's using the lifetime ISA as a retirement savings vehicle.

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Two FTSE 250 growth stocks I’d buy for my ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon profiles two fast-growing FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) stocks that could make excellent ISA investments.

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Two ‘ISA Millionaire’ funds I’d buy for my ISA this year

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon picks out two funds held by ISA millionaires that offer fantastic potential for 2018 and beyond.

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2 FTSE 100 dividend champions I’d buy for my ISA today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stocks that now yield 5%.

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Is now a good time to invest in a stocks & shares ISA?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With ISA deadline day approaching, is now a good time to open a stocks & shares ISA?

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2 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy for my ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stocks that have strong ISA potential.

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Barclays plc is forecast to raise its dividend by 111% in 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Barclays plc (LON: BARC) looks set to increase its dividend payout in 2018 and 2019.

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This is Neil Woodford’s take on Imperial Brands’ share price drop

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Imperial Brands plc's (LON: IMB) share price has taken a beating over the last 18 months. Here are Neil Woodford's…

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Warning: Morgan Stanley says the stock market may have peaked for 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The good times for investors are over, according to analysts at Morgan Stanley, but are they?

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2 FTSE 250 growth stocks I’d buy for my ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Adding FTSE 250 (INDEXFTSE: MCX) growth stocks to an ISA could be a good long-term strategy, explains Edward Sheldon.

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