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Dan Appleby, CFA

Dan Appleby is a financial professional and a CFA charterholder, working across asset classes on a global scale, with a particular focus on equities. He was a previous investment manager for AIM-listed discretionary portfolios. Dan started his career as an engineer working at Intel after first completing a PhD. But he discovered the world of finance and investing by reading The Motley Fool which inspired him to change careers. Dan is a passionate investor himself and manages a portfolio of global stocks with a mix of growth and income styles. He now wants to inspire others to begin their own investing journeys.

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Does the crashing Rivian share price finally make the stock a buy?

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The Rivian share price has experienced a steep fall since the initial post-IPO surge. Dan Appleby explores whether he should…

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Is this plummeting FTSE 250 stock now a buy?

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After a 50%+ plunge, this stock is the worst performer in the FTSE 250. Dan Appleby explores whether this presents…

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Here’s 1 of my best stocks to buy now

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I've been looking at my portfolio to see which positions I could add to. Here's one of my best stocks…

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Could I double my money if I buy at this Darktrace share price?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Darktrace share price has been volatile since its IPO. Yet, analysts expect the stock to double. Should I buy…

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The Shell share price is surging! But should I buy the stock?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Shell share price has had a rollercoaster ride across the pandemic period. It's at a two-year high now, so…

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Could a stock market crash happen imminently?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

A stock market crash is a key risk to consider as an equity investor. Dan Appleby assesses the risks that…

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Here’s how I’d start investing with £200 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Dan Appleby, CFA

A Stocks and Shares ISA has been a great way for me to build my portfolio over the years. Here's…

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Here are 2 UK shares I’m buying with inflation-busting 9%+ yields!

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Inflation is at a decades-high level in the UK. There are UK shares offering dividend yields way above the inflation…

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Here’s a beaten-up FTSE stock I’m buying now

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Stock markets have been volatile recently, which sometimes presents bargains. Here’s a FTSE stock that I think has been oversold…

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Here are 2 cheap UK shares I’d snap up today

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The UK stock market looks good value today compared to other international markets. Here are two cheap UK shares I've…

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I decided against buy-to-let! Here are the investments I made instead

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Buy-to-let investments are only one option I'd consider in a diversified portfolio. Here are the property investments I made instead.

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Can I really generate £500 a month in passive income?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Is it really possible to generate £500 each month in passive income? This Fool thinks it is, and here are…

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How I’m following Warren Buffett to start generating passive income

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Warren Buffett has passed on his investing wisdom throughout his highly successful career. This is how I'm following his lead…

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1 stock I’d snap up if there’s a stock market crash

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A stock market crash is a risk for investors. But it can also be an opportunity to snap up quality…

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Here’s a FTSE stock I think is a screaming buy!

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Screening in the FTSE indices can often reveal some fantastic investment opportunities for my portfolio. Here’s one I think is…

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1 of my best stocks to buy now for 2022

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I’ve been looking to top up one of my key holdings. Here’s why I think it’s one of my best…

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Could this FTSE 100 stock explode this year?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

This FTSE 100 stock has had a torrid time during the pandemic, but things are improving. Dan Appleby analyses whether…

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Could I double my money if I buy at this ITM Power share price?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Jefferies reiterated a huge ITM Power share price target of 800p this month. Dan Appleby analyses whether this opportunity is…

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Here’s how I’d start generating passive income today

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Generating passive income from my investments is a primary goal of mine. Here's how I would start investing today to…

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1 piece of Warren Buffett investing advice I’m following today

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Stock markets haven’t got off to a great start in 2022. But I always follow this piece of advice from…

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Does the crashing Boohoo share price make the stock a screaming buy?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Boohoo share price has plummeted on rising costs and slowing revenue growth. Dan Appleby analyses whether the stock is…

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My ‘secret sauce’ for finding the best dividend stocks, and those I’d buy today

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I’ve been applying this method to pick the best dividend stocks for a number of years now. Here’s my strategy,…

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UK shares: 1 growth stock on AIM I’d buy today

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Alternative Investment Market is a place to find UK shares with explosive growth potential. Here's one I'd buy for…

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Can BT shares really carry on surging?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

BT shares have had a storming 12 months, and have surged in 2022 already. Can the stock maintain this momentum?…

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Terry Smith says GSK bid was a “near death experience”! Is Unilever stock a buy?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Fundsmith is a major shareholder of Unilever stock, and fund manager Terry Smith says the company just had a “near…

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Stock market crash is a risk due to ‘superbubble’ says man who predicted dotcom bust!

| Dan Appleby, CFA

This famous investor who predicted the dotcom bust says we're in a superbubble. Does it mean a stock market crash…

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What on earth is going on with Peloton stock?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Peloton stock is plunging, and is down 24% so far this year already. Dan Appleby analyses whether it represents a…

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The Disney share price is falling! Is the stock now a buy?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Disney share price has been falling recently. Dan Appleby looks to see if this presents an opportunity to buy…

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2 top metaverse stocks I’d buy as a long-term investor

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I’ve been searching for the best metaverse stocks to take advantage of this growing industry. Here are three I’d buy…

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The Cineworld share price surges. Should I buy the stock?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Cineworld share price is surging, making it the best-performing stock in the FTSE 250 so far this year. Is…

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Here are 2 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy to generate passive income

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The FTSE 100 index can be a great place to screen for income stocks. With my goal of increasing my…

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Here are my top renewable energy stocks to buy now

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Renewable energy stocks could soar due to the explosive growth forecast by the IEA. Dan Appleby analyses stocks he'd buy…

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Here are 2 FTSE 250 stocks I’d buy to generate passive income

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Dan Appleby has been looking in the FTSE 250 for stocks with attractive income potential. Here are two he considers…

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Is now a great time to buy cheap UK shares with sky-high dividends?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I’m seeing some excellent opportunities to snap up UK shares -- companies that look cheap, with huge dividend yields. Here's…

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Here are 3 Warren Buffett tips I found after studying his portfolio

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Warren Buffett has an admirable investing record. After studying his portfolio, there are three stocks that stand out. Here’s what…

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How I’d start building passive income with only £50 a week

| Dan Appleby, CFA

Passive income is a primary investing goal of mine. Here's how I'd plan my investment strategy to achieve this with…

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2 cheap shares to buy for 2022

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I think the prospects for these two companies means they’re top shares to buy in 2022. The valuations also look…

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Here’s why the Scottish Mortgage share price is falling, and what I’m doing about it

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Scottish Mortgage share price is falling. Dan Appleby explores the risks ahead to see if the fund is a…

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Why the Ashtead (AHT) share price rose 73% in 2021

| Dan Appleby, CFA

The Ashtead share price rocketed to all-time highs in 2021, making it the best performing stock in the FTSE 100.…

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Are these among the best dividend stocks in the UK today?

| Dan Appleby, CFA

I’m always looking to generate passive income. Here are two of the best dividend stocks to buy to help me…

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