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Ben McPoland

Ben is a freelance writer specialising in global stock markets. He has been managing his own pension and ISA portfolios for a number of years. He holds a BA honors degree in English Language.

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Could a New Cold War drive the Rolls-Royce share price higher?

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Many foreign policy analysts now think the world has entered a New Cold War. Could this soon be reflected in…

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Should I load up on ITM Power stock after its recent collapse?

| Ben McPoland

ITM Power stock is down 84% in 12 months. Is this the buying opportunity I've been waiting for or is…

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The Hurricane Energy share price is up 80% in 2022. Time to buy in November?

| Ben McPoland

A bull market in fossil fuels has driven the Hurricane Energy share price higher this year. Is this the best…

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If I’d invested £2k in Manchester United shares 5 years ago, here’s what I’d have now

| Ben McPoland

The Premier League club has struggled lately but remains a giant in world football. How would I have done buying…

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3 stocks I will ‘never’ sell

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Warren Buffett's favourite holding period is forever. Which three stocks does our writer never intend to sell? And which one…

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What on earth’s going on with Meta stock?

| Ben McPoland

Meta stock was down 24% yesterday. The parent company of Facebook has now lost around $520bn in market value this…

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NIO stock has crashed under $10! Is it safe for me to invest?

| Ben McPoland

The 'Tesla of China' has lost nearly 50% of its value in one month. With risks multiplying, is it too…

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If I’d invested £5k in WWE shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Ben McPoland

World Wrestling Entertainment stock is up 56% in 2022, defying the US bear market. How would I have done if…

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1 battered growth stock I’d avoid like the plague

| Ben McPoland

Extreme volatility in the market is throwing up some attractive bargains. But I definitely don't think this growth stock is…

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2 reasons to buy Woodbois shares, 1 reason to sell

| Ben McPoland

Woodbois shares slumped this week despite the company's upbeat trading update. Here's where I think there were positives and negatives.

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How I’d invest £5k in a Stocks and Shares ISA for growth and income

| Ben McPoland

Now looks like a great time to add beaten-down shares to a Stocks and Shares ISA. Here are two stocks…

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Has the BAE Systems share price gone too high?

| Ben McPoland

The BAE Systems share price has been on fire lately as the likelihood of a new Cold War increases. Has…

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3 beaten-down FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in November

| Ben McPoland

Companies not deemed 'recession-proof' by the market have been punished lately. Here are three fallen FTSE 100 stocks I think…

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Should I buy Rio Tinto shares to bank the monster 10% dividend yield?

| Ben McPoland

Rio Tinto shares have a 10% dividend yield. Should I start a position in this FTSE 100 mining giant or…

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Should I invest in the FTSE 100 over the S&P 500?

| Ben McPoland

The FTSE 100 Index and its counterpart in the US are very different beasts. Does one stand out as a…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in Ferrari shares in 2015, here’s how much I’d have now

| Ben McPoland

Ferrari shares first roared onto the public markets in 2015. Would a £5,000 investment back then have made me any…

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Should I nibble on Lloyds shares at 38p?

| Ben McPoland

Lloyds shares have been in the eye of the economic storm this year. Our writer discusses whether he should go…

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Is this the best UK penny stock to buy today?

| Ben McPoland

Ben McPoland thinks this penny stock is nicely positioned for huge international growth over the coming years. Here's his case…

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Using the Warren Buffett method led me to this dominant FTSE stock

| Ben McPoland

Warren Buffett has been sharpening his investing skills for 70 years. Here's how I tapped into his deep knowledge to…

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Here’s why I’m not selling Scottish Mortgage shares in October – or ever!

| Ben McPoland

Scottish Mortgage shares have crashed 50% in just 12 months. Yet I'm not jumping ship and may double down on…

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Should I load up on Woodbois shares while they’re under 5p?

| Ben McPoland

Woodbois shares are currently trading for pennies. Our writer discusses whether he should back the truck and load up, or…

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I’m buying this FTSE 100 passive-income powerhouse!

| Ben McPoland

Falling stock prices mean higher dividends. Here's one FTSE 100 stalwart now yielding around 8%.

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1 cheap FTSE 250 growth stock I just can’t stop buying!

| Ben McPoland

This FTSE 250 stock has a chance of breaking into the FTSE 100 before too long. Here's why I'm adding…

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Can dirt-cheap Rolls-Royce shares help me build generational wealth?

| Ben McPoland

Rolls-Royce shares are trading for pennies. Could scooping them up at these low levels help me create generational wealth?

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Will skyrocketing inflation spark a UK stock market crash this winter?

| Ben McPoland

UK inflation is predicted to soar as high as 22% by December. Should I worry this will trigger a stock…

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How I’m investing £50 a week to aim for £15,500 a year in passive income!

| Ben McPoland

To earn £15,500 a year in passive income sounds like a dream scenario to me. Here's how I'm investing £50…

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2 stocks I will ‘never’ buy even with free money

| Ben McPoland

Buying stocks is one of the best ways to build wealth. But not all companies can be winners. Here are…

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UK shares are cheap! So why is Warren Buffett ignoring them and should you too?

| Ben McPoland

Many British shares are trading cheaply and pay dividends. This is normally the hunting ground for Warren Buffett, yet he's…

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Income or growth? These top-performing FTSE 100 shares could deliver both

| Ben McPoland

Investing is often seen as a choice between buying income or growth stocks. These FTSE 100 shares have proven this…

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Nearly 50 years of income growth! Here’s why I’m finally buying this top UK dividend stock

| Ben McPoland

Rising inflation is causing many investors to look for ways to protect their wealth. I think this top UK dividend…

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2 reasons I’m not backing a recovery in these cheap UK shares

| Ben McPoland

Stock market volatility continues to offer up investing opportunities. However, I think some cheap UK shares may fail to recover…

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Down 40%, is Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust now a strong buy?

| Ben McPoland

Shares of Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust have been hammered over the past year. Is it time for me to buy…

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