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G A Chester

G A Chester has a business perspective investing philosophy. He aims to identify businesses that are priced at a discount to their intrinsic value, whether on assets, growth prospects, or quality of their dividend streams. He began contributing to the Fool in 2010.

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Forget Bitcoin. I’d buy cheap FTSE 100 shares in an ISA to retire early

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Bitcoin could become increasingly popular with investors in the short run, but FTSE 100 shares could have high long-term-return potential,…

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£1k to invest in July? I’d buy Tesco shares

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G A Chester discusses what he likes about the UK's biggest supermarket, and why he believes Tesco shares offer great…

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One of my best shares to buy now (and some I’d sell)

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With markets in turmoil, deciding on the best shares to buy now isn't easy. G A Chester highlights one stock…

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Are BP shares the bargain of the decade?

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Trading at a discount price and with a dividend yield of 10%, do BP shares offer prospects of high capital…

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Fear a second stock market crash? Here are 5 FTSE stocks I’d buy today

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G A Chester highlights two defensive stocks, and three long-term growth stocks he believes can manage a second stock market…

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Have any of my 10 stocks to avoid for 2020 moved to my best shares to buy list?

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Many companies' valuations have changed significantly in this year's market turmoil. Some former 'avoids' are now best shares to buy,…

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Lloyds’ share price rose 19% last week. Is it time to buy?

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Could the big recovery finally be under way for the much-battered Lloyds share price? Is it time to play the…

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Why I think my top UK share for 2020 is still a top buy today

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Much has happened in the stock market since I named my top UK share for 2020. However, I still believe…

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Why I’d sell this extraordinary FTSE 100 stock today!

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This FTSE 100 stock has some unique characteristics, and is popular with pundits and investors alike. So why would G…

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Are my top share picks of last year still my best shares to buy now?

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The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the world dramatically. But has it changed G A Chester's view of his best shares…

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Investor alert! Why wasn’t Warren Buffett greedy when others were fearful?

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G A Chester discusses Warren Buffett's surprising response to the stock market crash, and what it might mean for ordinary…

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Have UK bank stocks like Lloyds and RBS become uninvestable?

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G A Chester discusses UK bank stocks Lloyds and Royal Bank of Scotland. Are they safe, utility-like stocks or uninvestable?

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Here’s how I’d invest £100 per month in an ISA starting in June

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If you're looking to invest £100 per month in the stock market, now could be a great time to start.…

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I think these dividend-paying gold stocks are the best shares to buy now

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As central banks ramp-up money printing on a massive scale, G A Chester sees dividend-paying gold stocks as the best…

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I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks private investors should love!

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G A Chester highlights two FTSE 100 stocks that not only have long-term growth appeal, but also retail-investor-friendly directors.

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These 4 stocks are set to be kicked out of the FTSE 100! Should I buy them?

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G A Chester looks at the stocks set to move in and out of the FTSE 100 in the upcoming…

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Should I buy a FTSE 100 index tracker or pick stocks in this bear market?

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This bear market is a great opportunity. G A Chester discusses the respective merits of a FTSE 100 index tracker…

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My 5 tips for picking UK dividend stocks in this Covid-19 crisis

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UK dividend stocks are under the cosh. G A Chester offers five tips for improving your chances of picking companies…

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I think these are the 10 best FTSE 100 defensive shares to buy today

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Defensive businesses have attractive qualities and are shares to buy for all seasons. G A Chester sees value in these…

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This FTSE 100 stock yields 9%. Here’s why I think its dividend is safe

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A yield as high as 9% typically signals an unsustainable dividend. G A Chester argues this FTSE 100 stock is…

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The BT share price collapse! Should I buy as it rallies from under £1?

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The BT share price sank below 100p intraday last week. It's subsequently rallied strongly, so could now be the perfect…

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Here’s how I’d invest £500 per month in an ISA starting right now

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Looking to invest £500 per month in the stock market? Now could be a great time to start, and here's…

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No savings at 50? I reckon you can retire rich with these tips

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With no savings at 50, it's still possible to build a substantial retirement nest egg. G A Chester has three…

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I think £3,000 invested in these 3 FTSE 250 stocks could help you retire early

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G A Chester highlights three FTSE 250 stocks he reckons have resilient businesses and income streams, and bright long-term prospects.

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Why I’d sell this FTSE 100 stock and buy this small-cap share

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G A Chester sees the valuation of this flying FTSE 100 stock as far too dizzy, but finds good value…

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5 cheap FTSE shares I’d buy in this market crash

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These five cheap FTSE shares have the strength for near-term survival, and offer excellent long-term prospects for investors, G A…

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Forget buy-to-let! Here’s how I’d invest £20k today to make £1m

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Buy-to-let investing has become less appealing in recent years. Here's how I'd invest £20k today to boost my financial future.

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Should you sell IAG and easyJet shares after Warren Buffett dumps airline stocks?

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Warren Buffett has sold his US airline stocks. Should UK investors sell IAG and easyJet shares, or be greedy when…

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Investing for income? Is the FTSE 100 bonfire of dividends set to continue?

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Investing for income from FTSE 100 stocks may be challenging at present, but you can still comfortably beat interest on…

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3 UK shares I’d buy in May

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Some UK shares trading at discount prices may never recover, but G A Chester reckons these three stocks are genuine…

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3 UK shares I’d sell in May

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Many UK shares appear temptingly cheap, but G A Chester cautions against buying indiscriminately, and names three stocks he wouldn't…

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I think this FTSE 100 stock is one of the best shares to buy for May

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G A Chester reckons there are compelling reasons to rate this FTSE 100 long-term growth stock as among the best…

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Why I think these are the 10 best shares to buy for a starter portfolio

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G A Chester names his 10 best shares to buy for a starter portfolio today, and discusses their qualities as…

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Passive income from FTSE 100 stocks: is this the end of the road?

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It seems like dividends are disappearing every day. Can investors still generate a passive income from FTSE 100 stocks?

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Stock market crash: I’d buy these 3 FTSE 100 stocks for the long term

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After the market crash, stocks could remain volatile in the short term. But there are bargains around for long-term investors,…

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Dividend stocks: 3 FTSE 100 bargains I’d buy today

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G A Chester highlights three FTSE 100 dividend stocks he sees as strong candidates to maintain their payouts in the…

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5 FTSE 100 stocks I’d snap up for my Stocks and Shares ISA

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FTSE 100 stocks are trading at prices that were unimaginable just a few months ago. Not all may be bargains,…

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3 top FTSE 250 dividend stocks I’d buy right now

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Dividend stocks are cancelling payouts left, right and centre. But these three FTSE 250 firms could continue to deliver, says…

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Would I buy these 3 FTSE 250 stocks that are up 85%+?

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Some FTSE 250 stocks are on the rise. Can these super-high flyers continue to impress from their current levels? G…

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How to avoid these ‘investing mistakes’ many FTSE directors make!

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Investing mistakes are to be avoided if at all possible. And these made by many FTSE directors are avoidable!

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