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Edward Sheldon, CFA

Based in London, Edward is a CFA-qualified investment analyst/writer who has clients all over the world. Before launching his own investment writing business in 2017, he spent 15 years working in private wealth management and institutional asset management. Edward takes an active approach to investing, managing his own individual stock portfolio. He likes to invest in high-quality companies that are poised to benefit from powerful long-term trends, and capable of generating market-beating returns. You can find more of his views, along with his portfolio holdings, at topshelfinvestments.substack.com

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Dividend Shares

BP shares look cheap. Should I buy them today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BP shares currently sport a low valuation and offer an attractive dividend yield. Are they worth Edward Sheldon buying though?

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Market Movers

Are Rolls-Royce shares the best buy on the FTSE 100 right now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares are rising strongly right now and investors are profiting. Could they be the best buy in the FTSE…

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Dividend Shares

What’s going on with the Diageo share price in 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The Diageo share price has fallen more than 10% this year. So, what has driven this fall? And can the…

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Investing Articles

£10k to invest? This 3-stock portfolio could generate over £700 passive income per year

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon explains how a £10k investment in UK shares could potentially generate a significant amount of passive income every…

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Investing Articles

Building the ultimate beginner investment portfolio with £10k (and 7 top stocks and funds)

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If Edward Sheldon was building a beginner investment portfolio today, he’d spread his capital over a range of funds and…

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Investing Articles

3 top stock market strategies for female investors to consider

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Across the world today, female investors are turning to the stock market in order to build wealth and achieve financial…

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Growth Shares

3 FTSE 100 ‘super stocks’ that investors can’t afford to ignore

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Over the long run, these three FTSE 100 companies have made investors a lot of money thanks to their high…

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Value Shares

Could one of these beaten-up FTSE shares be the next Rolls-Royce?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three FTSE shares that have fallen significantly in recent years. Could they produce big returns from here?

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Investing Articles

Watches of Switzerland shares just fell 21%. Should investors buy the dip?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Watches of Switzerland shares just tanked after news that Rolex is buying Bucherer. Is this a good buying opportunity?

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Investing Articles

3 magnificent funds for an ISA that aren’t Fundsmith or Lindsell Train

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three top-performing global investment funds that could help ISA investors diversify their portfolios.

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Investing Articles

Here’s how much the average ISA is worth

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Britons have a lot of money invested in ISAs. And the latest data from the UK government shows the average…

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Investing Articles

How to build a 5-stock passive income portfolio that yields over 6%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing in dividend stocks is a great way to generate passive income. And with the right mix of shares, returns…

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Investing Articles

Building a £10k second income in an ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing in dividend stocks is a straightforward way of creating a second income. Here, Ed Sheldon looks at how it…

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Investing Articles

Building a £100k ISA from scratch

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon shows how it’s possible to build up a six-figure ISA in less than 10 years by saving regularly…

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Investing Articles

Could RC365 shares be a ‘pump and dump’?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

RC365 shares shot up spectacularly earlier in the year but are now falling hard. Could the stock have been a…

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Dividend Shares

Near 52-week lows, are Persimmon shares a good buy for income and growth?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Persimmon shares have been hammered over the last year. Could they provide attractive returns for long-term investors from here?

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Dividend Shares

Here are 5 LSE dividend stocks with yields over 8%

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

A lot of dividend stocks on the London Stock Exchange offer attractive payouts right now. These five sport yields between…

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Investing Articles

The FTSE 100 index could hit 8,000 again in 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The FTSE 100 has struggled in 2023. However, Edward Sheldon believes the index is still capable of generating solid returns…

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Investing Articles

This LSE stock could rise 55%, according to City analysts

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights an under-the-radar LSE share that could be set to provide investors with big returns... if City analysts…

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Investing Articles

With interest rates at 5.25%, are Stocks and Shares ISAs still worth it?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Savings accounts are paying healthy levels of interest right now. However, Stocks and Shares ISAs offer higher returns over the…

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Investing Articles

Turning a small ISA into a £200k portfolio (in less than 10 years)

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With a regular savings plan and a smart investment strategy, it’s possible to build up significant wealth within an ISA,…

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Investing Articles

Missed RC365’s share price gains? Here’s how I’d aim to find the next hot growth stock

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

RC365 shares have produced explosive returns. Here, Edward Sheldon reveals how he'd try to find the next big stock market…

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Investing Articles

Down 20%+ in 12 months, are these FTSE 100 shares great buys for opportunistic investors?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three FTSE 100 shares that have taken a big hit over the last year. Could these stocks…

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Investing Articles

Hargreaves Lansdown shares yield 5%. Are they one of the FTSE 100’s best buys?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With potential for growth and dividends, Hargreaves Lansdown shares have all the right ingredients to be a great long-term investment,…

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Investing Articles

3 FTSE dividend stocks near 52-week lows to buy today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Ed Sheldon highlights three well-known, ‘blue-chip’ stocks that are out of favour and currently trading near 52-week lows. Is this…

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Investing Articles

After a 7% pullback, are easyJet shares a great investment?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

easyJet shares have taken a recent nosedive and they currently look quite cheap. Are they worth buying? Edward Sheldon provides…

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Investing Articles

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust is underperforming. Should I get out now?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust hasn’t participated in the global tech stock rally this year. And Edward Sheldon is wondering if…

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Investing Articles

Generating a second income within an ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights a simple strategy involving dividend stocks that investors can potentially use to create a second income.

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Investing Articles

With a 5.9% yield, National Grid could be a great stock for passive income

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

National Grid has a high yield and a great dividend track record. For those looking for passive income, Edward Sheldon…

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Investing Articles

2 magnificent FTSE 250 shares I’m buying for growth and dividends

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Ed Sheldon has been investing in two FTSE 250 companies. He thinks they have all the right ingredients to be…

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Investing Articles

Rio Tinto shares are down 19% in 6 months. Is this a great buying opportunity?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After a big pullback, Rio Tinto shares look cheap and offer a high dividend yield. Are they a great buy…

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Investing Articles

I’d buy London Stock Exchange Group shares after today’s pullback

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

London Stock Exchange Group shares have pulled back to the 8,000p level after delivering H1 results. Edward Sheldon sees this…

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Investing Articles

NIO stock is on fire! Should I buy while it’s under $15?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

NIO stock appears to have got its mojo back as last month it rose more than 50%. Is now the…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy high-flying penny stocks Rainbow Rare Earths and Gulf Marine Services?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Last month, these two penny stocks produced huge returns for investors. Are they worth buying now? Edward Sheldon provides his…

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Investing Articles

Should investors buy Haleon shares after the company raised its full-year guidance?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Haleon shares could be worth a look after today’s H1 results, says Edward Sheldon. But there are a few risks…

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Investing Articles

Thinking about buying RC365 shares? Here are 3 things to know

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

RC365 shares look interesting due to the fact the company is growing rapidly. But investors need to be aware of…

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Investing Articles

Turning a small ISA into a £500k portfolio

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

With a regular savings plan and a proper investment strategy, it’s possible to turn a small ISA into a formidable…

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Investing Articles

Will Lloyds’ share price ever go up?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Lloyds’ share price has been stuck below £1 for an eternity. Will it ever stage a meaningful recovery? Edward Sheldon…

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Investing Articles

The Vodafone share price is surging. Is this the start of a recovery?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After recently hitting 70p, the Vodafone share price is now experiencing a rebound. Are we about to see a major…

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Investing Articles

How I’d invest £20k in an ISA today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

If Edward Sheldon was looking to invest £20k in an ISA right now, there are a few simple moves he’d…

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