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Harshil Patel

Harshil Patel is an experienced private investor, stock picker and freelance investment writer. With an economics background and a career in equities from London-based investment banks, he has built over 18 years of investment experience. Harshil is always on the lookout for good quality, growing companies, with share prices on the move. He has a medium to long term time frame, and loves finding small companies that have an ability to turn into giants.

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It’s time to buy Saga shares again!

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Are Saga shares are cruising in the right direction? Harshil Patel looks at this established travel and insurance business.

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The Deliveroo share price drops by 30%. Here’s what I’d do now

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Deliveroo share price slumps on day one of its IPO. What’s going on?

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2 reopening stocks to buy today

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Reopening stocks could strengthen as the country exits lockdown. Harshil Patel investigates two options to play this theme.

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2 of the best shares to buy in a new ISA

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US tech stocks are correcting. Some of the best shares to buy right now could include Nvidia and Twilio.

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My top FTSE 100 pick for a new ISA

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Quality UK retailers could lead the next leg of growth in the FTSE 100. Harshil Patel considers one retailer in…

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Why I’d buy Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust today

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Long-term investors should read this. Harshil Patel discusses the innovative and forward-thinking Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust.

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Argo Blockchain shares: here’s what I’m doing now

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Harshil Patel updates on Argo Blockchain shares, what is going on, and what he’d do now.

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2 of the best UK shares to buy this March

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Looking for the best UK shares right now? Harshil Patel looks at two high-performing choices that have recently drifted lower.

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5 factors I look for to find ‘monster’ growth stocks in 2021

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Harshil Patel outlines five attributes that growth stock companies often have in common.

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Stock market recovery: 2 UK shares I’d buy this month

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Is an economic recovery on the way? I’m looking at these two UK shares in anticipation of one later this…

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2 of the best UK shares to buy this February

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Looking for the best UK shares right now? Harshil Patel considers two possible choices he’s thinking about.

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EV stocks: 2 UK companies I’m looking at

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Electric vehicles could be the biggest change in the industry in a century. These EV stocks have got me thinking.

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How I’d invest £300 a month to earn a passive income

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Regular monthly investing could be the simplest path to living off a passive income. Here is a look at how…

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I think these are 3 of the best shares to buy in 2021 to double my money

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I reckon it’s possible to double my money in 2021 and these three small companies could the best shares to…

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How I’d invest in the 2021 stock market bubble

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Are US shares in a stock market bubble? If so, this is what I’d do to grow my money further…

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How I’d make 300% investing in stocks and shares in 2021

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Want to learn more about investing in stocks and shares? I’d consider small unloved stocks for the greatest returns.

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How I’d invest £20k in a 2021 Stocks and Shares ISA

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Harshil Patel thinks 2021 could be a promising year for Stocks and Shares ISA investments. Here’s how he’d invest £20k.

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British gaming: My top UK shares for 2021

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Harshil Patel looks at his favourite quality UK shares in the gaming sector, and the ones he'd buy now.

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£3,000 to invest? 5 growth stocks I’d buy and hold in 2021

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Growth stocks should do well in a booming stock market. Here are five great companies I’d buy for a bull…

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

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2021 could be the year for UK consumers to bounce back. Harshil Patel looks at two UK shares with the…

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3 UK shares I’d buy ahead of an economic recovery in 2021

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Get ready for the great economic recovery of 2021. I reckon these three UK shares will recover and thrive.

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How I plan to invest £300 a month in UK shares for a passive income of £20k

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Want to retire early? It really is possible to do so by researching thoroughly and investing regularly in UK shares,…

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What’s happening with Royal Mail shares?

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Royal Mail shares have doubled in recent months. Is the great transformation finally underway?

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Saga shares are surging. Here’s what I’d do next

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Recent vaccine news helped Saga shares in November. After the share price doubled, have I missed the boat?

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2 cheap shares in the travel sector I’d consider before it’s too late

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We could get an economic recovery next year. I’d consider these cheap shares in the unloved travel sector.

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The FTSE 100 soars on vaccine news! These are the cheap recovery stocks I’d consider buying

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Significant vaccine news! These are the battered FTSE 100 stocks I’d consider for a recovery in 2021 if Covid-19 is…

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My 2 top stocks I’d buy for the upcoming bull market

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Some shares could be well-positioned to trend higher. I’d consider these my top stocks to add to a Stocks and…

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Stock market crash: 2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy in a crisis to get rich and retire early

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Stock market uncertainty provides opportunities. Harshil Patel looks at two FTSE 100 stocks he's considering in these uncertain times.

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How I’m planning to make £1m by investing £450 a month in UK shares

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UK shares offer great opportunities to make a million. This retirement plan aims to do so with just £450 per…

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The Novacyt share price is flying: here’s what I’d do next

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Covid 19 testing is ramping up. Harshil Patel discusses a diagnostics leader and what the Novacyt share price might do…

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Forget buy to let! I’d invest in these cheap UK shares for a passive income

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Forget about leaking taps and rent arrears. These UK shares provide dividend income and growth prospects, without the hassle.

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Have £5k to invest in an ISA? 2 shares I’d buy before the US election

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The US election is around the corner. These two companies could benefit regardless of who wins.

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How I plan to build a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA with just £60 a week

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Growing a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA is simple. Harshil Patel outlines how to do so with a small regular…

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Boohoo share price just dropped 20% in a day. Here’s what I’d do now

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There's been more volatility from the Boohoo share price. Long-term investors need to read this today.

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State Pension at 75? Retire at 55 instead with these 3 simple steps

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Don’t rely on your State Pension. Harshil Patel shows how to plan an early retirement by investing regularly in a…

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Cineworld share price crashes 40%: would I buy or sell?

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Cinemas are struggling amid lockdowns and reduced confidence. After the Cineworld share price crashed by 40%, what should investors do…

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How I’m planning to turn £6.74 of UK shares into a £10,000 passive income for life

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It’s amazing how little you need to invest to earn an additional £10,000 passive income. Harshil Patel explains how to…

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£5,000 to invest? 2 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in October

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October is sometimes seen as a seasonally weak month for the stock market. Make the most of any weakness and…

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Stock market crash: 3 UK shares I’d buy in a crisis to get rich and retire early

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Is another stock market crash on the way as coronavirus restrictions are tightened? Don’t miss out on this chance to…

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Should UK investors buy Snowflake shares?

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Snowflake shares are available after the hottest IPO of the year, but after doubling, are they worth buying now?

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