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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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Interested in a second income stream? Here’s how to build one

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Interested in getting paid to lie on a beach? Here's an easy way to build a second income stream.

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Is this turbo-charged small cap a better investment than IQE plc?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

IQE plc (LON: IQE) shares have risen around 200% over the last year. Yet there's one key reason why you…

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You’ll never guess which funds are the most popular right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Interested in mutual funds? These are the five most popular options right now.

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AstraZeneca plc isn’t the only way to play the world’s ageing population

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

AstraZeneca plc (LON: AZN) may have long-term potential, but could this 'niche' healthcare stock be a better way to play…

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Neil Woodford’s recent performance highlights the importance of diversification

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Neil Woodford's flagship fund returned just 0.8% last year. Investors would have been better off holding cash. For this reason,…

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Investing your first £1,000? Here are two investment trusts to consider

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Looking to start an investment portfolio in 2018? Take a look at these two conservative investment trusts.

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Is Neil Woodford’s 7.3%-yielding dividend stock Saga plc a ‘buy’?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Saga plc (LON: SAGA) shares recently fell 30% on a profit warning. Are they now a 'buy' for the dividend?

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St. James’s Place plc: a FTSE 100 stock for growth and dividend investors

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

St. James's Place plc (LON: STJ) has lifted its dividend by 300% over the last five years. There's more growth…

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Amazon and Facebook aren’t the only tech stocks soaring right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two small-cap tech stocks that are outpacing the tech giants for growth.

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Is Imperial Brands plc the best dividend stock in the Footsie right now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Imperial Brands plc (LON: IMB) currently has a yield of 6.2%. That's too big to ignore, says Edward Sheldon.

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Is HSBC Holdings plc a better dividend stock than SSE plc?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

SSE plc (LON: SSE) currently has a yield of 7%. HSBC Holdings plc's (LON: HSBA) yield is 4.7%. Does that…

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2 ETFs I’d buy with my first £1,000

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

ETFs are a cost-effective way to get exposure to the stock market. Here's a look at two ETFs suited to…

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How to make large gains from smaller companies with way less risk

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

It's no secret that small-cap shares are volatile. They can drop 30% in the blink of an eye. Here's a…

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2 small-cap stocks poised for strong growth in 2018

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two under-the-radar stocks that have strong momentum at present.

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Alert: this micro-cap stock has massive growth potential

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Micro-cap stocks can deliver big gains over the long term. Here are two you should check out, according to Edward…

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2 growth stocks I’d buy before it’s too late

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at two smaller companies that have compelling growth prospects.

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How I’d invest £1,000 right now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon explains exactly what he would do with £1,000 if he was starting his investment portfolio today.

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Is Diageo plc still a buy after surging over 20% in 2017?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Diageo plc (LON:DGE) is one of the most popular stocks on the planet. But it is a 'buy' right now?

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Warning: hedge funds want to see this stock fall

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon reveals which well-known company is the second most shorted stock in the UK right now.

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Beware: Premier Oil plc is on the ‘most dangerous’ list

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Premier Oil plc (LON: PMO) have doubled in price over the last six months. Edward Sheldon explains why…

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How to invest if you only have £1,000

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Starting out with just £1,000? Don't worry - there are plenty of investment options for novice investors with limited capital.

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4 things you can do in 2018 to retire earlier

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Is the thought of returning to work for the year filling you with dread? Take these four steps now to…

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Things I’ve learnt from my millionaire grandfather

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon reveals how his grandfather made millions from the stock market.

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Is Barclays plc a good dividend stock for 2018?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Barclays plc (LON: BARC) slashed its dividend in 2016. Will the bank increase it in 2018 or are there better…

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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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