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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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This stock produced 8 times the return from the FTSE 100 last year. And it’s still rising!

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights a British stock that outperformed the FTSE 100 index by a wide margin last year and is…

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My Stocks and Shares ISA fell 20% last year. Here’s what I’m doing now

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Edward Sheldon saw the value of his Stocks and Shares ISA plummet last year as growth stocks tanked. Here's his…

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Should investors buy BAE Systems shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BAE Systems shares have rocketed higher over the last year. Edward Sheldon looks at whether they're still worth buying today.

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Apple stock has slumped. Time to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Apple stock is currently about 30% off its highs. Edward Sheldon looks at whether this is a good buying opportunity…

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Should investors buy ITM Power shares today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

ITM Power shares have tanked over the last year. Edward Sheldon looks at whether this is a good buying opportunity…

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Fundsmith review: is it a good investment for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Fundsmith Equity hasn't produced great results for investors recently. Here, Edward Sheldon provides a review of the fund for 2023.

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3 investing lessons from 2022

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing wasn't easy in 2022 as many stocks fell 20%, or more. Here, Edward Sheldon provides three takeaways from last…

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Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying Polarean Imaging shares. Should I buy too?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Polarean Imaging shares are being snapped up by investors after a big announcement from the company in late December. Ed…

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The 2 investment trusts I own as we start 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon uses investment trusts to diversify his portfolio and gain access to niche areas of the financial markets. Here…

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3 cheap UK shares I’m backing for 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After the carnage in the stock market last year, there are a lot of cheap UK shares available at present.…

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My top 5 stock holdings as we head into 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Ed Sheldon is building a growth-focused portfolio to drive his wealth over the long term. Here are his largest stock…

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A FTSE director just invested £100k in this stock

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Director dealings can provide valuable insights. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights a FTSE director purchase that recently caught his attention.

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Should I buy Rolls-Royce shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares remain a long way below their pre-Covid levels. Are they worth buying for 2023? Edward Sheldon takes a…

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5 top stocks for passive income in 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investing in dividend stocks is a good way to generate passive income. Here, Ed Sheldon highlights five stocks he's thinking…

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Will Big Tech stocks like Amazon and Alphabet rebound in 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

After years of strong gains, the Big Tech stocks have slumped. Can they make a comeback in 2023? Here's Edward…

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Should I buy NIO stock for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

NIO stock is trading near $10 as we head towards 2023. Is this a great buying opportunity? Edward Sheldon takes…

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Should I buy IAG shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

IAG shares have risen recently as conditions in the airline industry have begun to normalise. Edward Sheldon looks at whether…

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These FTSE 100 shares have fallen 30%+ in 2022. Should I buy them for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three FTSE 100 shares that have tanked in 2022. Should he snap them up for his portfolio?

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Should I buy Tesla stock for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

The valuation on Tesla stock has come down significantly over the last year. Is now the time to buy? Edward…

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Here’s where I’ll be investing my Stocks and Shares ISA in 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon plans to make plenty of moves within his Stocks and Shares ISA next year. Here's a look at…

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Should I buy Persimmon shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Persimmon shares look cheap and currently have a high dividend yield. Does that make them a good buy for 2023?…

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3 FTSE 100 predictions for 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been thinking about what lies ahead for the FTSE 100 index. Here are three predictions for next…

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3 stock market predictions for 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been thinking about what lies ahead for the stock market. Here's what he thinks might happen in…

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Why I’ll be buying more dividend stocks for my portfolio in 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon is planning to increase his exposure to high-quality UK dividend stocks next year. Here, he explains why.

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5 top investment funds for 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Investment funds are a good way to get exposure to the stock market. Here, Edward Sheldon highlights some funds he's…

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Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust review: should I buy more shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust tanked in 2022. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at its recent performance and discusses what he's going…

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Amazon stock has fallen to pre-pandemic levels. Time to buy?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Amazon stock has come crashing down this year and is back at 2019 levels. Is this a great buying opportunity?…

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How I’d invest £1,000 today if I was starting a portfolio from scratch

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has been thinking about how he'd invest £1k if he was starting out on his investment journey today.…

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Should I buy a FTSE 100 tracker fund for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon weighs up the pros and cons of buying a FTSE 100 tracker fund for 2023. Could it be…

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Here’s how my stock market predictions for 2022 have fared

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

It's fair to say that this year has been an interesting one for stocks. Here, Edward Sheldon revisits his stock…

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BT shares are down 33% this year. Should I buy them for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon looks at the investment case for BT shares, which are down heavily this year. Are they worth buying…

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Should I buy easyJet shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Conditions in the airline industry are improving. So is now the time for me to buy easyJet shares? Edward Sheldon…

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I just bought this FTSE 100 stock for 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has bought a new FTSE 100 stock for his portfolio. This company just raised its full-year guidance and…

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Should I buy Lloyds shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon weighs up the bull case versus the bear case for Lloyds shares as we approach 2023. Should he…

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3 high-growth AIM stocks I’m backing for 2023

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights three AIM stocks he owns going into 2023. All are profitable and growing at a fast pace.

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Should I buy Glencore shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Glencore shares have delivered strong returns for investors this year. Should Edward Sheldon buy them for 2023 and beyond?

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Meta stock a year ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Meta stock has taken a big hit over the last year. Here, Edward Sheldon looks at what has sent the…

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I have £16,000 cash in my Stocks and Shares ISA. Here’s how I’m going to invest it

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon has built up a substantial cash pile within his Stocks and Shares ISA. Here's what he is going…

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Should I buy BP shares for 2023?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

BP shares have been an excellent investment in 2022, delivering total returns of around 50%. Ed Sheldon is wondering whether…

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Should I buy Shopify stock today?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Shopify stock has fallen back to pre-pandemic levels. Is this a great buying opportunity? Edward Sheldon takes a look.

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