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Charlie Carman

Charlie formerly worked at the Bank of England and is a qualified lawyer with expertise in intellectual property and technology disputes. He currently writes on a freelance basis, specialising in financial markets and investing.

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Investing Articles

If I’d invested £1,000 in boohoo shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

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boohoo shares were a poor investment over the past five years, but will the next five prove more promising for…

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3 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy to beat inflation

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Our writer picks a trio of FTSE 100 shares he'd buy to protect his portfolio from runaway inflation - currently…

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2 ways to invest for £1,000 a month in passive income

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Our writer explores two different types of investment for his passive income portfolio to help him navigate any future cost-of-living…

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I’m buying more Lloyds shares at 45p! Here’s why

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Lloyds shares look cheap to our writer at present. Charlie Carman outlines the factors behind his decision to invest more…

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3 reasons Scottish Mortgage shares could explode in a stock market recovery

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Scottish Mortgage shares are down 34% in 2022, but could they be a great buy as global stock markets show…

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2 top FTSE 100 shares to buy in August for big dividends

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Our writer considers a pair of FTSE 100 shares with dividend yields over 5% that he'd buy for his passive…

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Should I buy Haleon shares or GSK after the demerger?

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GSK has spun off its consumer health arm, making Haleon shares' debut Europe's biggest listing for a over a decade.…

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Will National Grid shares rebound after the recent drop?

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Our writer considers the impact of new wind power investment plans on National Grid shares, balanced against the company's debt…

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2 reasons why I love investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA

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Our writer outlines why he invests in a Stocks and Shares ISA with a close look at two major advantages…

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Is time running out to buy Unilever shares below £40?

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Our writer considers whether Unilever shares could stage a comeback after sinking to a five-year low in March.

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This hot growth stock is still a buy after enormous gains

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This FTSE 250 growth stock has seen explosive trading action this week and more than doubled since March. There could…

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2 dividend stocks that are dirt cheap right now

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Charlie Carman analyses two beaten-down dividend stocks that could be bargain buys for his passive income portfolio in July.

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How I’d supplement my State Pension with £1,700 in passive income

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Our writer doesn't want to rely solely on the State Pension in retirement. Here's his plan to generate passive income…

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Is now a good time to invest for a stock market recovery?

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Waiting for a stock market recovery? Our writer outlines his approach to investing during turbulent times and why he can't…

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Scottish Mortgage shares are trading at a 12% discount! Should I buy?

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Is the big discount between Scottish Mortgage shares and the net asset value of the trust's investments a warning sign…

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Will this FTSE 250 stock fly to the moon?

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Falling revenue and profits mark an end to the pandemic boost for this FTSE 250 stock, but does an imminent…

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2 FTSE 100 shares set for years of extensive growth

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Charlie Carman analyses two FTSE 100 shares that have a strong presence in some of the world's fastest-growing economies.

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2 value stocks with high dividend yields to buy in July

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Our writer examines two value stocks for his portfolio that marry low price-to-earnings ratios with high dividend yields.

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Down 39%, this FTSE 250 growth stock is a bargain buy!

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This FTSE 250 share has suffered in a tricky environment for growth stocks, but I think it has huge long-term…

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Up 14% in 2022, can the HSBC share price rise further?

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Recent HSBC share price gains make it the best-performing FTSE 100 bank this year. Our writer considers whether the stock…

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3 reasons to buy Lloyds shares at 43p

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Our writer outlines three factors that make him bullish on Lloyds shares, as well as one noteworthy risk facing the…

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The Royal Mail share price is down 48%! Will it recover?

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The Royal Mail share price has taken a beating in 2022, leading to the company's demotion from the FTSE 100.…

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Inflation hits 9.1%! Should I seek safety in gold stocks?

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Gold is viewed by many investors as a hedge against inflation. Our writer considers whether gold stocks have a place…

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1 cheap UK tech stock to buy for passive income

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This FTSE 100 stock has consistently raised its dividends for 26 years in a row, making it a good pick…

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Can the FTSE 100’s survivors withstand the next recession?

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As the UK economy shrinks, our writer looks for quality in the FTSE 100 shares consistently listed in the index…

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1 top FTSE 250 dividend stock to buy as interest rates rise

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The Bank of England just hiked interest rates for the fifth time in a row. Our writer examines a FTSE…

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Are the Woodbois share price gains sustainable?

| Charlie Carman

Sustainability is at the core of this African timber business, but big recent gains and high volatility raise questions about…

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Is AstraZeneca the best FTSE 100 stock to buy for future growth?

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FTSE 100 stock AstraZeneca was in the spotlight during the pandemic, but there's more to the pharma giant's business than…

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How I’d use my £20,000 Stocks & Shares ISA allowance to retire early

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Dreaming of early retirement? Here's how our writer would invest in a Stocks and Shares ISA to generate tax-free passive…

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Which FTSE 100 investment trust is the best buy in 2022?

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Three FTSE 100 investment trusts strive to offer better stock market returns than a passive investing strategy. Our writer explores…

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1 cheap growth stock to buy as the FTSE 250 tumbles

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Cybersecurity growth stock Darktrace is down nearly 11% this year after facing a series of challenges. Our writer considers whether…

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2 top FTSE 100 shares to buy in June for passive income

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Our writer considers two FTSE 100 shares with big dividend yields that could boost his stock market portfolio's passive income…

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Here’s why the Rolls-Royce share price has crashed 27% in 2022

| Charlie Carman

Despite rising 18% in the past month, the Rolls-Royce share price is substantially down in 2022. Are there green shoots…

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1 new penny stock in the FTSE 100 index! Should I buy?

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Currently trading as a penny stock, Centrica re-joins the FTSE 100 on 20 June after relegation from the index two…

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Warren Buffett is buying stocks! Is it time to be fearful or greedy?

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Warren Buffett is spending big in the US stock market downturn. Our writer explores what he can learn from the…

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1 FTSE 250 stock with a huge 25% dividend yield! Should I buy?

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This FTSE 250 dividend stock offers investors the top yield in the index. Our writer explores whether it would make…

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1 FTSE 100 dividend stock to buy for a juicy 10.5% yield!

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Persimmon shares have the second-highest dividend yield in the FTSE 100 index. Is now the time to buy this bumper…

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Can the BP share price climb higher after soaring 41% in a year?

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The BP share price has surged since falling to a five-year low in October 2020. Will the windfall tax on…

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3 simple steps for lifelong passive income with £150 a month

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Our writer outlines how he'd aim to earn passive income from the stock market by saving and investing less than…

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3 FTSE 100 penny stocks! Which is the cheapest buy?

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Our writer examines three penny stocks that feature in the FTSE 100 index to ascertain whether they have a place…

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