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Manika Premsingh

Manika Premsingh is an economist, financial writer and investor, with a focus on converting macro trends into actionable investment ideas. She has worked in the UK and India with clients across financial services, consulting firms, public sector and non-profits. She has shared her views at multiple international forums and has been widely quoted for them in leading media. Manika is a Masters in Economics and was also a recipient of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women scholarship for Certification in Entrepreneurship for her research startup, Orbis Economics. She is on twitter @macro_think

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This under-the-radar penny stock is crushing the market. I’d buy it today

| Manika Premsingh

This penny stock has seen a 270% increase in its share price over the past year. Manika Premsingh thinks its…

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1 FTSE 100 renewable energy stock I’d buy

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This FTSE 100 stock was already doing its bit to keep the air clean and now it's supporting emerging clean…

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3 ways inflation impacts my FTSE 100 investments and what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

Inflation has started rising and FTSE 100 investments can be vulnerable if it gets out of hand. Here is how…

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Why I think the Argo Blockchain share price is up 17% today

| Manika Premsingh

The Argo Blockchain share price shows continued heightened volatility. Is it a good buy?

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Why the Barclays share is my FTSE 100 banking pick 

| Manika Premsingh

The Barclays share price has outperformed all other FTSE 100 banks in the past year. Here’s why it's Manika Premsingh's…

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Why the FTSE 100 had a sharp fall yesterday and what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 100 had a sharp fall for a number of reasons yesterday, but here is why Manika Premsingh is…

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Why I’d buy the Associated British Foods share now

| Manika Premsingh

The Associated British Foods share price is down in today's trading, but Manika Premsingh thinks its prospects are good as…

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British American Tobacco and Imperial Brands: which one would I buy?

| Manika Premsingh

British American Tobacco and Imperial Brands are in the same boat with tighter regulations affecting them. But they can be…

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2 FTSE 250 penny stocks I’d buy as the index hits new highs

| Manika Premsingh

These FTSE 250 penny stocks are poised to gain from the stock market rally as the economy reopens and their…

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A ridiculously cheap FTSE 250 stock I’d buy today

| Manika Premsingh

The FTSE 250 stock has run up fast since last year, but its earnings ratio remains stubbornly low. If this…

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Would I buy high-growth cryptocurrency and cannabis stocks?

| Manika Premsingh

From Coinbase to Cellular Goods, recently listed companies in still nascent sectors have been well received by investors. Will this…

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The Lloyds share price is rising, but I’d buy these stocks instead

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds share price has doubled in less than a year. But can it continue its upward run? Here are…

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The FTSE 100 index zooms past 7,000. Here’s what I’d buy now

| Manika Premsingh

As the FTSE 100 finally touches 7,000 after over a year, it is time to look at some promising constituent…

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Would I buy the Deliveroo, Volex, and Futura Medical shares now?

| Manika Premsingh

All three UK shares released updates recently, which can give some insight into where their share prices are headed next.

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What I’d do as the stock market rally gets into full swing

| Manika Premsingh

The stock market rally is well underway again, as evident from April numbers for the FTSE 100 index. But what…

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3 reasons I’d buy easyJet shares today

| Manika Premsingh

easyJet released its trading update, which shows little deviation from expectations. But things may be about to change for the…

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Why is the Tesco share price falling?

| Manika Premsingh

The Tesco share price is down, despite strong sales growth in the past year. Why is this and is Tesco…

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7 reasons I reckon this is among the best FTSE 100 shares to buy 

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 stock has proven its mettle in an otherwise difficult year. And it has a lot going for…

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Why I like the easyJet, IAG, and Wizz Air shares now

| Manika Premsingh

These airline stocks have shown very different share price trends over the past year. Which among them are most attractive…

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The Kanabo share price is down almost 40% since listing. Here’s what I’d do now

| Manika Premsingh

A huge drop in the Kanabo share price can either be an opportunity to buy or a signal to avoid…

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The Ryanair share price is close to 3-year highs. Would I still buy it?

| Manika Premsingh

The Ryanair share price is at multi-year highs. Can it continue to rise further or will it plateau now?

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Would I buy these rising FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 penny stocks today?

| Manika Premsingh

These penny stocks have been rising but Manika Premsingh would look to see potential for higher growth before buying them.

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The Argo Blockchain share price is up 6,215% in a year! Would I buy it today?

| Manika Premsingh

The Argo Blockchain share price exploded along with the cryptocurrency price boom. Can it be sustained or is this a…

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Can Carnival shares double my money?

| Manika Premsingh

The Carnival share price has shown impressive growth in the past year, but could it double investors’ money again in…

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How I’d target 1,000%+ returns by investing in UK shares

| Manika Premsingh

1,000%+ from investing in UK shares is possible over time. Here are two of my choices (Hint: they are FTSE…

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3 reasons I’d buy the Deliveroo share today

| Manika Premsingh

The Deliveroo share has disappointed investors, but Manika Premsingh believes that there are at least three positives to consider here. 

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Will the Rolls-Royce share price bounceback in 2021?

| Manika Premsingh

The Rolls-Royce share price has fallen 12% in three weeks. Is this an opportunity to buy the stock or a…

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The Tesla and NIO share prices have plunged: should I buy these stocks now?

| Manika Premsingh

Prices of electric vehicle stocks like Tesla and NIO have been falling. Is this a buying opportunity for me?

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1 big macro risk to stock market investing and how I’d beat it

| Manika Premsingh

Growth maybe around the corner, but so is this big macro risk that can derail investing plans. Here is what…

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Why I’d buy these 2 FTSE 100 defensive shares today

| Manika Premsingh

I think holding FTSE 100 defensives in my investing portfolio is always a good idea. It can keep me safe…

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Household savings measure touches record high. I’d buy these UK shares now

| Manika Premsingh

As household savings in the UK rise, Manika Premsingh thinks some UK shares could benefit more than others. Here are six…

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What the Deliveroo IPO means for my FTSE 100 investments

| Manika Premsingh

Deliveroo’s disappointing IPO today has offered important takeaways for FTSE 100 investments that can hold us in good stead. 

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How I would ensure a reliable passive income now

| Manika Premsingh

With an increasing number of companies now paying dividends, passive income investing is back. But how can we ensure it…

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Buying the Lloyds Bank share? Here are 3 metrics I’d consider first

| Manika Premsingh

The Lloyds Bank share price has increased over the past six months, but Manika Premsingh would consider these three metrics…

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3 reasons the stock market rally has stalled (and what I’d do now)

| Manika Premsingh

The stock market rally seems all but over, at least for now. But there are still good FTSE 100 investments…

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3 reasons to buy this FTSE 100 reopening stock now

| Manika Premsingh

This FTSE 100 reopening stock has a lot going for it, despite the fact that it suffered in 2020. Manika Premsingh…

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These are 2 of my top stocks to buy in April 

| Manika Premsingh

These are Manika Premsingh's two top stocks because of their strong credentials combined with their current subdued share prices.

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2 FTSE 100 reopening stocks I’d buy now

| Manika Premsingh

Despite being hit hard by lockdowns, these FTSE 100 stocks managed to pull off a good 2020. But these reopening…

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The Avacta share price is down 15% from its highs. Would I buy it now?

| Manika Premsingh

The Avacta share price is down from its highs, but is that reason to buy the stock? Or should the…

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I think the BP and Royal Dutch Shell share prices can rally now. Here’s why

| Manika Premsingh

After a disastrous 2020, both the BP and Royal Dutch Shell share price can see sharp recovery in 2021 for…

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