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Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh is an economist, financial writer and investor, with a focus on converting macro trends into actionable investment ideas. She has worked in the UK and India with clients across financial services, consulting firms, public sector and non-profits. She has shared her views at multiple international forums and has been widely quoted for them in leading media. Manika is a Masters in Economics and was also a recipient of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women scholarship for Certification in Entrepreneurship for her research startup, Orbis Economics. She is on twitter @macro_think

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5 FTSE 100 dividend stocks I’d buy today for a long-term passive income

| Manika Premsingh

At a time of uncertain dividends, these five FTSE 100 stocks can assure continued passive income, especially at a time…

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3 promising UK shares I’d buy and hold until 2025

| Manika Premsingh

When thinking ahead, Manika Premsingh likes UK shares that are part of growing industries that are poised for great growth…

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Can the AstraZeneca share price touch £100? 

| Manika Premsingh

The AstraZeneca share price has had a standout 2020. But is the best behind it or is there more to…

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This FTSE 250 share is up 10% today. Would I buy it now?

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 250 stock is gaining ground in today’s trading, but is the worst really over for it or is…

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Why these 5 FTSE 100 shares are on my 2021 income investing watchlist

| Manika Premsingh

Dividends have started returning and more payouts can be expected next year. Here are five FTSE 100 stocks that income…

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3 reasons I’d buy Ocado after its share price crash

| Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh thinks the Ocado share price crash this week is a buying opportunity in a fast growing stock, not…

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The Lloyds share price could cross 50p now, if this happens. And what I’d do next

| Manika Premsingh

The LLOY share price is set to cross 50p if positive macro developments continue to add up. Here’s the one…

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The IAG and easyJet share prices are flying. Should I buy these airline shares now?

| Manika Premsingh

IAG and EZJ are among the biggest gainers today. But is optimism about the future enough to undo the damage…

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3 reasons I’d buy this FTSE 100 stock even as it touches all-time highs

| Manika Premsingh

In brief, I think the best is yet to come for Ashtead. The global economy’s on the mend and this…

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Can the FTSE 100 index push past 7,000 by the end of 2020?

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 index could close above 6,600 anytime now. Can it go even further to 7,000, or are there…

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Stock market crash: Why the FTSE 100 index could fall to 5,000 now

| Manika Premsingh

With a no-deal Brexit more likely than ever before, Manika Premsingh thinks we should brace for a stock market crash…

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Why I think this is a great time to buy these falling FTSE 100 stocks

| Manika Premsingh

These FTSE 100 stocks are falling fast today on rising speculation of a no-deal Brexit. Manika Premsingh looks into whether…

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Goldman Sachs is bullish on the UK. I’d buy these 3 UK shares now

| Manika Premsingh

UK shares can rally even more, going by predictions from Goldman Sachs. Manika Premsingh sees at least three shares rising…

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10 UK shares I’d buy to double my money by 2025

| Manika Premsingh

With stock market recovery underway, UK shares are more likely to double investor money by 2025 if not earlier. Here…

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The Cineworld share price doubled in November. Can it go higher?

| Manika Premsingh

The Cineworld share price has risen fast as the Covid-19 vaccine comes through. But with all its financial problems, is…

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Can the Lloyds Bank share price go back up to 50p?

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds Bank share price has seen impressive gains in November. Can investors hope for it to rise higher than…

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5 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy to Brexit-proof my portfolio

| Manika Premsingh

Brexit is almost here, and FTSE 100 uncertainty could follow. But this Fool would protect her investment portfolio from the…

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JD Sports Fashion is the fastest FTSE 100 riser today. Would I buy now?

| Manika Premsingh

JD Sports Fashion bounced back quickly from the stock market crash earlier this year and is growing still. Is there…

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3 reasons I’d start investing in FTSE 100 shares today

| Manika Premsingh

With the FTSE 100 index on a roll, it can be intimidating to buy shares now. But now is as…

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy for a 5%+ dividend yield 

| Manika Premsingh

FTSE 100 stocks’ dividend yields have fallen this year as performance falters. But these three shares are still going strong,…

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This is 1 FTSE 100 bargain buy I wouldn’t want to miss

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 share has given spectacular returns in the last two years, as well as dividends, and holds promise…

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Why the Indivior share price crashed 30% today. And what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

FTSE 250 stock Indivior fell dramatically today after its former parent company Reckitt Benckiser slapped a claim on it. What…

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Dividend forecasts 2021: 3 UK shares I think promise high future yields

| Manika Premsingh

These stocks’ dividends can be promising as the global macroeconomic scenario eases in 2021. Much depends on the regulator though.

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3 FTSE 250 property stocks I’d buy today

| Manika Premsingh

FTSE 250 property stocks are thriving as the stock market rallies and their prospects improve.

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10 UK shares I’d buy in 2021 to double my money

| Manika Premsingh

Pandemic-hit UK shares will see better times ahead as vaccines become available. Manika Premsingh is looking at 10 she thinks…

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The Cineworld share price is up 20% today! Would I buy now?

| Manika Premsingh

The Cineworld share price rose today as the company sorted out its liquidity issues, but it’s a good investment only…

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AstraZeneca share price: 4 reasons I’d buy after its Covid-19 vaccine results

| Manika Premsingh

The AstraZeneca share price is down after it announced its Covid-19 vaccine results, but it’s unlikely to be affected much…

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Warren Buffett is selling gold. Should I do the same?

| Manika Premsingh

Warren Buffett’s sale of the Barrick Gold stake may be instructive on how to invest in the yellow metal now. 

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3 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy with £5,000 in another stock market crash

| Manika Premsingh

Another stock market crash would be the best opportunity to buy FTSE 100 shares that have run up fast in…

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easyJet share price: would I buy this cheap UK share now?

| Manika Premsingh

The easyJet share price has gained much lost ground recently as the Covid-19 vaccine hopes fuelled a stock market rally.…

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Can the Lloyds Bank share price stay above 30p? Here’s what I think

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds Bank share price has rebounded in the past week, but is the increase sustainable? More importantly, can it…

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The FTSE 100 index hits a 5-month high! Can I still buy cheap UK shares?

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 index is rising. As good as this is, the next big question is if there are still…

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The Cineworld share price is up 80% in a week. Is it still my contrarian pick?

| Manika Premsingh

The Cineworld share price has risen on high hopes from the Covid-19 vaccine. But have they risen too much already…

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The UK economy just grew by a huge 15.5%. Which FTSE 100 stocks should I buy now?

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 index is on a roll, and the latest GDP report shows double-digit growth. Is this the time…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’d buy today to earn steady dividends

| Manika Premsingh

Now that there’s more optimism in the air, dividend income can once again be dependable. This FTSE 100 stock, however,…

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Best investments for 2020: 5 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy in the stock market boom

| Manika Premsingh

Some of the best investments for 2020 can still be made even with the stock market boom underway. Here are…

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These FTSE 100 shares’ prices have seen double-digit rises in 2 weeks. I’d buy them now

| Manika Premsingh

FTSE 100 stocks are on a roll as equity markets rally on Biden bounce and vaccine discovery. But there are…

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The FTSE 100 is on a roll. Here’s how I’d invest my first £500 now

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100’s recent gains are enough to tempt investors to make their first stock purchases. Luckily, there are plenty…

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Stock market rally: Biden win lifts the FTSE 100 to 3-month high. I’d buy these stocks now

| Manika Premsingh

FTSE 100 got a double boost today from Biden's win and Pfizer's vaccine success. These stocks can win big now…

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The Cineworld share price is down 85% this year! Here’s why it’s my contrarian pick

| Manika Premsingh

The Cineworld share price can start improving in the near future despite continued risks, making a fortune for investors.  

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