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Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane writes on UK financial markets.

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Investing Articles

Down 18%, is Domino’s Pizza now a FTSE 250 bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

The share price of this well-known FTSE 250 brand is down by almost a fifth in just one year. Our…

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Could the Nvidia share price grow another 1,486%, like it’s done in the past 5 years?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane likes the look of Nvidia's business prospects -- but what about its share price? Can the star performer…

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What’s going on with the JD Sports share price?

| Christopher Ruane

JD Sports' shareholder Christopher Ruane just can't fathom why the share price isn't higher. Has he missed something bad and…

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2 penny shares I’m eyeing this June

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane is paying attention to a couple of penny shares this month, one to possibly buy soon and one…

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UK shares: 2 opportunities and 2 traps to avoid

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer's been hunting for bargain UK shares to buy amid unpredictable markets. Here's what's helping him assess opportunities.

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In case there’s a sudden stock market crash, here’s what I’m doing now

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane is spending time getting ready for the next stock market crash, rather than trying to predict when it's…

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The FTSE 100’s on fire – here’s how I’m trying not to get burnt!

| Christopher Ruane

With the FTSE 100 close to all-time highs, our writer is alert to possible dangers in the air -- but…

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With a spare £200, here’s how someone in their 20s could start buying shares today

| Christopher Ruane

Is it possible to start buying shares with just a few hundred pounds? This writer certainly thinks so and lays…

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3 mistakes to avoid when investing a SIPP

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer shares a trio of potentially costly errors he is trying to avoid now and in future when making…

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Here’s how to become a Stocks and Shares ISA millionaire by 2045!

| Christopher Ruane

A long-term approach with the right regular contributions could turn an empty Stocks and Shares ISA into a seven-figure portfolio,…

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Is Nvidia stock a massive bargain — or a massive value trap?

| Christopher Ruane

Nvidia stock has been on a wild wide. Our writer would like to buy at the right price, so is…

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Is this the Tesla stock buying opportunity I’ve been waiting for?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane has been itching to add some Tesla stock to his portfolio. After it crashed in the past fortnight,…

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3 reasons I won’t let ChatGPT anywhere near my ISA!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane won't be entrusting any decisions about his ISA to AI tools like ChatGPT. Here's why he's keeping things…

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3 simple Warren Buffett wealth-building techniques you could use today

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane thinks these three Warren Buffett approaches to investing could help someone immediately as they aim to build wealth.

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Here’s how to build a £10k+ second income from just 5 shares

| Christopher Ruane

By investing in a handful of carefully chosen blue-chip shares, this writer thinks an investor could aim to set up…

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These 5 shares could generate a £1,584 annual passive income from a £20k lump sum

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane outlines a handful of British shares he thinks an investor who wants to earn passive income may want…

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Up 149% in 5 years, can the Barclays share price keep rising?

| Christopher Ruane

The Barclays share price has had a great few years. Could things get even better from here? This writer reckons…

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UK shares: could 2025 be a brilliant year for bargains?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explains why, despite the FTSE 100 hitting new highs, he reckons this could be a great moment for…

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3 long-term growth drivers I think could propel Greggs shares up, up, and away!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane has no plans to sell his Greggs shares. Here's a trio of reasons he thinks the piemaker's shares…

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Does a P/E ratio of just 7 make the IAG share price a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

British Airways' parent company has been raking in profits of late -- so does the cheap-looking IAG share price make…

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With an index-busting 5.9% dividend yield, is Aviva an income share to consider?

| Christopher Ruane

Aviva has grown its dividend per share annually in recent years and its yield far outstrips the FTSE 100 average.…

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Up 46% in weeks, can the Nvidia share price keep soaring?

| Christopher Ruane

A soaring Nvidia share price has helped it regain its crown as the world's most valuable listed company. Our writer…

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Up 73% in two months, could this FTSE 250 share re-enter the FTSE 100 this year?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains why he thinks one former FTSE 100 member, now in the FTSE 250, might rejoin the leading…

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Here’s how a first-time stock market investor could realistically aim for a million!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane considers some of the factors a stock market newcomer may want to consider as they make their first…

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FTSE 100 shares: an “act now” opportunity to build wealth?

| Christopher Ruane

This writer reckons there are potentially overpriced shares in the FTSE 100 index at the moment -- but maybe also…

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Rolls-Royce shares just hit an all-time high. Could they still be a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane sees some reasons why Rolls-Royce shares may move even higher from their latest all-time high. So, will he…

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Here’s how a spare £2,000 could be used to start investing this week!

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer outlines some of the practical considerations someone might think about if they would like to start investing with…

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Santa Clara offices of NVIDIA
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Its market cap is over $3trn – but could Nvidia stock still be a bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

Nvidia stock may look expensive on some metrics -- but this writer thinks that, from a long-term perspective, it may…

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5 UK shares I think are worth considering now

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane highlights a handful of UK shares he thinks investors should consider in the current market, offering a variety…

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Rolls-Royce's Pearl 10X engine series
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Could the Rolls-Royce share price end up hitting £20?

| Christopher Ruane

The Rolls-Royce share price has surged in recent years and many investors are wondering whether it could fly even higher…

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Here’s how an investor could earn £27 of weekly income for life from a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane outlines how an investor could turn their Stocks and Shares ISA into a passive income generation machine for…

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3 things Warren Buffett looks at when hunting for shares to buy

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explores a trio of simple-but-powerful ideas that inform Warren Buffett's choices when he's looking for shares to buy.

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Want to start buying shares with under £500? It’s possible – here’s how!

| Christopher Ruane

The stock market isn't just for millionaires. This writer thinks someone with just a few hundred pounds to spare could…

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Here’s how much £150 invested in Tesla stock 10 years ago is worth now!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane looks back on how Tesla stock has performed over the past decade and sets out his investing plan…

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5 steps to start earning passive income this summer, for £5 a day

| Christopher Ruane

With a fiver a day, this writer reckons it's possible for someone to set up passive income streams in the…

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Could buying £5k of Tesla stock help someone earn a second income?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer discusses ways an investor could target a three-figure annual second income with a spare £5k by buying shares.…

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Is Tesla stock wildly overpriced – or a possible bargain?

| Christopher Ruane

The Tesla stock price has more than quintupled in value over the past five years. So could recent volatility offer…

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Woman riding her old fashioned bicycle along the Beach Esplanade at Aberdeen, Scotland.
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Want to build a million pound SIPP within 25 years? Here’s how!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane explains in practical terms how a SIPP could go from a standing start now to a seven-figure valuation…

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3 UK shares I’d consider owning for decades

| Christopher Ruane

This trio of UK shares are all ones our writer would like to own for the long haul. He only…

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Rolls-Royce's Pearl 10X engine series
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Yet another all-time high for the Rolls-Royce share price! Does it make sense for me to invest now?

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer understands why the Rolls-Royce share price has soared -- and recognises the potential to go higher still. So…

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