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James Beard

After studying economics at university, James qualified as a chartered accountant in London. He has since held a number of senior finance positions, both in the UK and overseas.

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Investing Articles

Is this the next FTSE 100 takeover target?

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With a falling share price and unhappy investors, our writer thinks there's one FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE:UKX) stock that's a prime…

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Is the Persimmon share price heading back to £30?

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As recently as June 2021, Persimmon shares were changing hands for £30. Our writer considers whether the stock will reach…

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Down 88% in 5 years! What’s going on with the Petrofac share price?

| James Beard

Over the past five years the Petrofac share price has crashed by nearly 90%. Our writer considers whether it's time…

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If I’d bought £5,000 of Whitbread shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

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Whitbread shares have fallen by 12% since April 2018. But the owner of the Premier Inn hotel chain has ambitious…

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Why I think it’s time to embrace one of the most unpopular stocks in the FTSE 100!

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Frasers Group is one of the least popular stocks in the FTSE 100 (INDEXFTSE: UKX). But our writer thinks it's…

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The ASML share price is up 50% in 6 months! Have I left it too late to invest?

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The ASML share price keeps on rising. But have I missed my chance to benefit from the growth in the…

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Why I ignored my principles and bought this FTSE 100 stock

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Our writer explains why he recently ignored some of his core investment principles and bought one of the smaller FTSE…

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Are Scottish Mortgage shares now in bargain territory?

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With Scottish Mortgage shares down 55% from their all-time high in June 2021, our writer asks whether now's the time…

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How I’d invest in my ISA to earn £1,440 a year in passive income!

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Seeking opportunities to generate additional passive income, our writer considers two British stocks with above-average yields.

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Buyer beware: why I’m wary of putting high-yielding dividend stocks in my ISA

| James Beard

I'm always looking for dividend stocks to include in my portfolio. But I always proceed with caution when I see…

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Tesla stock is down 15% in 6 months. Will price cuts reverse this trend?

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With a view to buying Tesla stock, our writer assesses how the recently announced price cuts will impact on the…

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Could these 2 high-yielding shares give me a second income of £157 a month?

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Our writer considers whether it's possible to use his Stocks and Shares ISA allowance to generate a second income adding…

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23 reasons to buy this FTSE 100 stock?

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The 23 member of OPEC+ decided to cut oil production this week. Our writer looks at one FTSE 100 stock…

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Will going nuclear make the Rolls-Royce share price rocket?

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It may take some time, but our writer believes the Rolls-Royce share price will benefit from the company's move into…

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Is inflation good for these 2 FTSE 100 stocks?

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It's widely believed that inflation is bad for the economy. But our writer thinks these two FTSE 100 stocks will…

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Why I think these downtrodden income stocks will recover

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Our writer considers two income stocks that have recently had their dividends slashed. He believes the good times will return.

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It’s St Patrick’s Day! Which of these Irish stocks should I buy for a second income?

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I'm looking for shares that will give me a second income. On St Patrick's Day, I've identified three stocks in…

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Will this high-yield dividend stock run out of puff?

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British American Tobacco is a dividend stock that is one of the highest yielding in the FTSE 100. But is…

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Will the FTSE 100 ever hit 8,000 again?

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The collapse of two banks in the US sent the FTSE 100 tumbling this week. Our writer wants to know…

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Why I’ve just spent £2,500 on this FTSE 100 stock

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Despite concerns about the sector, I’ve invested in one of the FTSE 100’s banking stocks. Here are the reasons behind…

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Could I strike gold with these penny stocks?

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Our writer considers the prospects for two penny stocks. They're mining companies, looking to find gold and other precious metals.

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Down 30% in a week, is the Atlantic Lithium share price now a bargain?

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The Atlantic Lithium share price crashed by more than 30% last week. Our writer wants to know whether this represents…

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Why tax matters for the Harbour Energy share price

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Tax is often ignored when analysing results. But our writer explains why he thinks it will determine the future direction…

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With oil below $85, what’s next for the BP share price?

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Since June last year, the price of a barrel of oil has fallen by $30. Our writer looks at recent…

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Are Thungella Resources shares going to yield 45% this year?

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Thungella Resources shares are presently yielding around 45%. Our writer wants to know whether the company's huge dividend is sustainable.

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I’d buy 45 shares a week of this high-yield stock for £1k a year in passive income

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Our writer believes he's discovered an energy stock that will generate a very attractive level of passive income for many…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in Rolls-Royce shares a week ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

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Although investing should always be for the long term, our writer couldn't help but notice the recent surge in the…

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The Lloyds share price is still below 52p. Is this bargain territory?

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Up 17% in six months, the Lloyds share price has done well lately. But it suffered during earnings season. Is…

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Earnings season: what I’ve learned about the FTSE 100’s banks

| James Beard

Over the past two weeks, all of the banks in the FTSE 100 have reported their 2022 results. Which of…

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Can the HSBC share price keep on rising?

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HSBC's share price rose by 4% on Tuesday after the bank announced its 2022 results. Our writer tries to make…

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The Eurasia Mining share price drops 80% in a year! Time to bag myself a bargain?

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The Eurasia Mining share price is now below 4p. Does this mean the shares are a bargain, or is there…

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Is this my last chance to buy easyJet shares before they take off?

| James Beard

Passengers are flying again and many families are looking to book their summer holiday. Is now the time for me…

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Is now the time for me to become acquainted with Standard Chartered shares?

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Standard Chartered shares have never been on my radar. But a 35% gain in a year has encouraged me to…

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Down 6% in a day! What’s going on with the NatWest share price?

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The NatWest share price crashed 6% yesterday in response to the bank's 2022 results. Initially, our writer couldn't understand the…

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Down 8% in a day! What’s going on with the Barclays share price?

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The Barclays share price crashed 8% yesterday. Our writer examines the reasons behind the fall, and considers whether he should…

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The FTSE 100 has just reached 8,000! When will it hit 9,000?

| James Beard

Yesterday, for the first time, the FTSE 100 broke through the 8,000 barrier. Here's why I think the rally still…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in Scottish Mortgage shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| James Beard

The return from Scottish Mortgage shares over the past 10 years is an excellent example of why I should focus…

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Why I’m still in love with Persimmon shares

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On Valentine's Day, I reflect on my relationship with Persimmon shares. Although there might be some difficult times ahead, I…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in Airtel Africa shares 3 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

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Our writer looks at the performance of Airtel Africa shares over the past 3 years, and examines how much a…

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Up 15% in a week! What’s going on with the Greatland Gold share price?

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The Greatland Gold share price has just had its best week since June last year. Should I rush to buy…

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