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Edward Sheldon, CFA

Based in London, Edward is a freelance investment writer/analyst who has clients all over the world. Prior to launching his own investment writing business in 2017, he spent 15 years working in private wealth management and institutional asset management, both in the UK and in Australia. Edward is a passionate investor himself and manages his own global equity portfolio. This contains a mix of large-cap growth stocks, large-cap dividend stocks, and small-cap growth stocks. His stock-picking strategy combines ‘growth’, ‘quality’, and ‘thematic’ approaches. Edward holds a Commerce degree from the University of Melbourne, as well as the Investment Management Certificate (IMC) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification. You can find him on Twitter @EdwardSheldon7

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We’re close to the bottom. Here’s how I’m positioning for the stock market recovery

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon believes a stock market recovery is not far away. Here's a look at some of the shares he…

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Should I buy Fevertree shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Fevertree shares recently fell after the company posted its half-year update. Edward Sheldon looks at whether this is a buying…

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Here’s the Rio Tinto dividend forecast for 2022 and 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Last year, Rio Tinto paid out a monster dividend to shareholders. Here's a look at the divi forecasts for this…

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My investment portfolio tanked in the first half of 2022. Here’s what I’m doing now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon's investment portfolio has taken a big hit in 2022 as stock markets have declined. So what's the best…

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Should I buy Carnival shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Carnival shares have crashed in 2022, falling more than 50%. Edward Sheldon discusses whether this is a buying opportunity.

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Here’s the Royal Mail dividend forecast for 2022 to 2024

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at the Royal Mail dividend forecast for the next few years and discusses whether he would buy…

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Lloyds Bank shares: here’s the dividend forecast for 2022 and 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds is expected to pay out some big dividends in the years ahead. Here's a look at the divi forecasts…

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Should I buy easyJet shares in 2022?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

EasyJet shares have tanked in 2022. Edward Sheldon discusses whether they're good value today and whether he'd buy the stock…

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3 dividend shares to buy before the stock market recovers

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The recent stock market weakness has created opportunities for income investors. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights three dividend stocks he'd buy…

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Marks and Spencer shares are cheap. Is now the time to buy them?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

M&S shares have fallen significantly in 2022. Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should buy them while they're cheap.

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3 FTSE 100 shares to buy before the market rebounds

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This year, many FTSE 100 stocks have fallen 20% or more. Edward Sheldon highlights three shares he'd buy before global…

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2 monster growth stocks to buy before the market rebounds

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Growth stocks have been hammered in 2022. Here are two that Edward Sheldon would buy now, before the market recovers.

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3 top AIM stocks to buy before the market recovers

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The UK’s Alternative Investment Market (AIM) has underperformed in 2022. Here are three AIM stocks Edward Sheldon would buy before…

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3 top stocks to buy before the market rebounds

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three beaten-up stocks he'd buy before global stock markets stage a recovery from their 2022 declines.

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3 great dividend stocks to buy in July

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Right now, many investors are turning to dividend stocks for protection. Here, Ed Sheldon highlights three shares he'd buy in…

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With inflation at 9%, here are the stocks I’d buy now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Inflation is creating all kinds of problems in the global economy right now. But not all companies will be impacted…

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How I’m investing my money in this bear market

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Bear markets can present amazing opportunities for long-term investors. But a cautious approach is sensible, says Edward Sheldon.

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3 moves I just made in my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been buying stocks and funds for his ISA, despite the recent market turbulence. Here's a look at…

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When will the stock market go up again?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Global stock markets have been falling for a while now. So when are they going to rise again? Edward Sheldon…

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Should I buy Alphabet shares now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Technology shares have fallen in 2022 and Google owner Alphabet is no exception. Edward Sheldon looks at whether this is…

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Should I buy Taylor Wimpey shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Taylor Wimpey shares look cheap and pay a big dividend. But there are risks I need to be aware of,…

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3 cheap growth stocks to buy today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

A lot of UK growth stocks currently look very cheap. Here are three bargains Edward Sheldon would snap up today.

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Should I buy Lam Research shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker Lam Research have taken a big hit in 2022. Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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A top AIM stock to buy today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights an AIM stock that has generated strong growth in recent years and appears to have plenty of…

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Should I buy K3 Capital shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

K3 Capital is a UK growth stock that looks cheap right now. Here, Edward Sheldon discusses whether he'd buy it…

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Should I buy Cineworld shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Cineworld shares have climbed recently on the back of the success of Top Gun: Maverick. Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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My Stocks and Shares ISA has tanked in 2022. Here’s what I’m doing now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon's Stocks and Shares ISA has taken a big hit in 2022 as markets have tanked. Here's a look…

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The tech sell-off has created a ‘generational buying opportunity’, according to one top analyst

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Technology stocks have been hammered in 2022. One top Wall Street analyst believes this has created an amazing buying opportunity…

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Should I buy Rio Tinto shares for the monster dividend?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Rio Tinto is one of the highest-yielding shares in the FTSE 100. Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should buy…

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Should I buy Marks and Spencer shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Marks and Spencer Group have experienced a huge pullback in 2022. Edward Sheldon looks at whether this is…

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Has the ASOS share price bottomed?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After a massive fall, ASOS shares have started to edge back. Edward Sheldon discusses whether the stock has now bottomed.

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Is now the time to buy Tesla shares?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Tesla's share price has fallen in 2022 and so has its valuation. Edward Sheldon looks at whether this is a…

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‘Britain’s Warren Buffett’ just bought this stock. Should I buy it too?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Fundsmith manager Terry Smith just added a new stock to his fund. Edward Sheldon is wondering if he should follow…

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Should I buy Centrica shares in 2022?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Utilities stocks are popular at the moment due to their defensive characteristics. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should…

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Should I buy Rivian stock now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Rivian's share price has crashed in 2022. Edward Sheldon looks at whether this is a good buying opportunity.

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Should I buy Shell shares in 2022?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The energy sector has been the best performer in 2022, so far. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at whether he should…

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Why is the Royal Mail share price falling?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shares in Royal Mail have underperformed over the last 12 months. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at what's going on.

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Coinbase shares just tanked. Should I buy now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Crypto prices have fallen and this has hit Coinbase's share price. Is this a buying opportunity? Edward Sheldon takes a…

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Investing in stocks is hard right now. But here are 2 shares I’d buy today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Finding shares to buy right now is challenging as there's a lot of uncertainty. Edward Sheldon highlights two stocks he…

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Fundsmith is down more than 10% this year. What’s the best move now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After years of strong returns, Fundsmith Equity isn't performing very well in 2022. Edward Sheldon explains what he's going to…

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