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Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

She has worked in investment management in New York City, Princeton (NJ), Greenwich (CT), and London (U.K.). She holds Ph.D. (Business Studies) as well as MSc (Investment Banking & Trading) and MBA degrees from leading U.S. and U.K. universities and has also completed all 3 levels of the Chartered Market Technician (CMT) examination. Her passion is for options trading based on technical analysis of fundamentally strong companies. She especially enjoys setting up weekly covered calls for income generation. As she is also qualified as Clinical Hypnotherapist at graduate level, she coaches traders and HNW investors on trading psychology. She divides her time between London and Naples (FL). She may be contacted for private mentoring.

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FTSE 100 investors! Why I’d consider buying BP shares now

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

The oil price has collapsed. Now may be a good time to take a closer look at beaten-up FTSE 100…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend shares I’d consider now

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

The FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) index offers many robust dividend shares that are likely to catch the attention of passive…

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What could a weak pound mean for FTSE investors and LSE shares?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Sterling has been falling hard all week. And a weak pound is likely to affect the economy and many FTSE…

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FTSE 100 shares have crashed! 3 steps I’d take in this bear market

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

As FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares crash, I'd pay attention to several points to help protect my money now and…

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Is now the right time to invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Recession-proof companies should be on your radar, especially if you're investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA.

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Markets are crashing! Should FTSE investors buy into LSE silver shares?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

If you believe the rush to commodities, such as silver, could pick up steam, then there are several investment choices.

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FTSE Investors! Why I’d do what Warren Buffett does when markets crash

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Stock markets have crashed! How would Warren Buffett react?

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2 dividend stocks I’d buy now as the ISA deadline looms

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Falling stock prices for many FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares have made them extremely attractive for dividend investors.

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What yesterday’s UK interest rate cut may mean for FTSE 100 shares

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Here's a closer look at the potential effect of yesterday's interest rates cut on FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares.

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Markets are crashing! I’d consider diversifying my FTSE portfolio

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

During these volatile times, diversification is one strategy that investors could use to protect their portfolios.

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Despite the market crash, I’d still invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Here’s why I'd still invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA amid a deepening market sell-off.

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As Flybe collapses, should FTSE investors sell travel and tourism stocks?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

The market correction is giving income investors an opportunity to get above-average yields from many travel and tourism shares.

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FTSE 100 investors! Why I wouldn’t panic-sell in March

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

A volatile March so far is reminding FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) investors of past market declines. Should you take cover?

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Market crash boosts dividend yields of many FTSE 100 shares to over 6%

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Coronavirus fears caused a correction in many FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares last week, pushing dividend yields of many stocks to…

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FTSE 100 investors! Here’s why I’d still buy solid LSE shares

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

I believe the market crash is giving FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) investors a great opportunity to pick up some top-quality shares…

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2 FTSE 350 shares I see doing well in this market correction

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Here are two stocks that did well last week in spite of the market meltdown.

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FTSE Investors! Here’s what Warren Buffett does when markets crash

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Warren Buffett takes a methodical approach to investing that FTSE investors should pay attention to.

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The gold price is soaring! Should FTSE investors buy into LSE gold shares?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

I believe the rush to safe-haven assets, such as gold, could pick up steam in the coming months.

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Forget peer-to-peer lending! I’d rather invest in REITs listed on the LSE

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

REITs offer an alternative investment method to make money from offices, warehouses, retail space, and homes.

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Can I invest in LSE shares and FTSE indices with little money?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Investing even small, but regular, amounts in stocks can reap big rewards long term.

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These are the steps I’d take to get started as a FTSE investor

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Long-term stock market investment can provide capital gains and a passive income stream through dividends.

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In February, I’d link my love of cars to investing in the FTSE 100 and beyond!

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Take a closer look at how the car industry may offer investors in FTSE 100 names and in smaller companies…

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2 costly retirement mistakes I’d avoid now!

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Want to retire comfortably? I'd buy FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares for dividend income.

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Investors! Why FTSE 100 companies may increase dividends

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Many FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares offer robust and increasing dividends.

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Are you nervous that you may run out of money in retirement?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Investing in dividend shares may help many retirees live a more financially comfortable life.

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3 FTSE 100 stocks I’m in love with this Valentine’s Day

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

I'd encourage our readers to do further due diligence on these three FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares.

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How FTSE 100 investors could benefit from Warren Buffett’s strategies

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Warren Buffett takes a methodical approach to investing that FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) investors could benefit from.

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Should FTSE 100 investors buy into the Glaxo (GSK) share price now?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

After its earnings call, FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) dividend investors may find value in GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON: GSK) shares.

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What UK investors need to know about this new medical marijuana ETF

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

A recently launched medical cannabis ETF may enable investors to balance the risk of cannabis investing with the potential reward.

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Should FTSE investors buy BHP or Rio Tinto shares in February?

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Although there is likely to be further volatility in BHP Billiton plc (LON: BHP) and Rio Tinto (LSE: RIO) shares,…

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Approaching retirement? I’d buy FTSE 100 shares for dividend income

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) dividend stocks may provide an additional income stream in your retirement years.

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Happy Chinese New Year! Here’s how I’d invest internationally

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

I believe many investors may achieve dividend income and growth while diversifying outside the UK.

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Forget Brexit II! I’d invest in FTSE 100 shares to retire in comfort

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Bullish on post-Brexit growth? Here are several FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) shares I'd keep an eye on.

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Worried about climate change? I like focused ETFs for ethical FTSE 100 investing

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

A growing number of socially responsible funds enable FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) investors to make ethical choices in their portfolios.

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Millennials! Why I’d invest £250 a month in the FTSE 100 for retirement

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

As part of retirement planning, millennials can put time to work by investing in FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) shares.

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FTSE 100 investors! 2 ratios I’d consider when analysing shares

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Let's look at two financial ratios FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) investors can use to analyse their holdings.

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I expect the FTSE 100 to go over 8,000 in 2020! How I’d invest now

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Despite geopolitical concerns, I remain optimistic about the prospects for the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) in 2020.

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Forget the National Lottery! FTSE 100 shares could be the key to financial independence

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

Investing in FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stocks regularly will offer a greater return than playing the National Lottery.

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Why I’d invest in FTSE 100 stocks like Warren Buffett to retire rich

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) investors could all benefit from Warren Buffett's renowned investing wisdom.

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Forget buy-to-let! I like this high-yielding FTSE 100 REIT to bring in passive income in 2020

| Tezcan Gecgil, PhD

REITS enable many FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX) investors to efficiently access rental income streams from underlying real estate assets.

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