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Karl Loomes

Having been an investment writer and analyst for more than 10 years, Karl has broad experience across asset classes, though the stock market has always been his main area of focus. Karl started his career as a derivatives analyst for Bloomberg before becoming an equity and commodity analyst for the German stock exchange, Deutsche Börse. Most recently working as a short-selling and securities lending analyst and investment writer for the technology firm SunGard, Karl has worked as a freelance investment writer throughout his career. Karl has been an avid personal investor since his 18th birthday, focusing primarily on fundamental analysis and market trends in his selection of both growth and income focused stocks.

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Why I will be buying more Sainsbury’s shares

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As its share price dipped on today’s earnings news, this is why I think Sainsbury’s shares are worth buying.

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Could a Covid-19 vaccine help AstraZeneca shares?

| Karl Loomes

As the pharmaceutical giant joins with Oxford University to develop a Covid-19 vaccine, will the AstraZeneca share price see the…

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Will bad debt hurt the Barclays share price this year?

| Karl Loomes

With uncertain times for the economy after coronavirus, the Barclays share price may suffer from loan defaults.

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Can the Rolls Royce share price recover after coronavirus?

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With the potential for airline travel to change dramatically after lockdown, will Rolls-Royce still be making engines?

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Why I just bought more BP shares

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Despite the current oil price, Karl Loomes think the double-digit dividend is a very good reason to load up on…

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Is the HSBC share price low enough to buy?

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After slashing Q1 profits this week, does the HSBC share price have further to fall?

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Can Tullow Oil withstand the price of crude?

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While strong oil producers should be able to weather the storm, Tullow Oil was already on the rocks before this…

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What to look for in dividend shares

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In turbulent times such as these, focusing on dividend shares can be a great way to benefit from low prices.

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Has the Shell share price reached a bottom?

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With the price of crude still at very low levels, is the Shell share price likely to drop further?

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Will fewer drivers hurt the Admiral share price?

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The Admiral share price is holding strong despite fewer drivers on the road. Why?

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Can the ASOS share price hold on to recent gains?

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After the fashion retailer raises £240m from shareholders, can the ASOS share price hold on to gains until lockdown ends?

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Is online shopping enough to help the Next share price?

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As lockdown continues, will reopening its online arm be enough to bolster the Next share price?

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What could the Tesco dividend decision mean for its share price?

| Karl Loomes

With the Tesco dividend being paid despite profit concerns, the move could go either way for the supermarket giant.

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Investing for income in a down market

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Many businesses may be struggling, but there are still good income stocks if you know what to look for.

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Will panic buying help the Sainsbury share price?

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Panic buying may be bad for consumers, but the supermarkets may be making a killing.

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Can changes at the top help the Ted Baker share price?

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With a new CEO in place, can Ted Baker weather the coronavirus storm?

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Panic buying highlights the strengths and weaknesses of Ocado’s model

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Ocado may have stumbled, but will a change to its systems help its shares in the years to come?

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Is now the time to invest in oil shares?

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With crude prices below $30, are companies like Shell and BP now a bargain?

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Will a ‘culture overhaul’ translate to a stronger Persimmon share price?

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As its CEO says he will step down, can an improved image translate to stronger Persimmon shares?

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Best practices for earning passive income through dividend shares

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As the quest for passive income becomes more and more a buzzword, here are some considerations when looking to invest…

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What next for the NMC share price?

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In a busy news week for the hospital operator, what could these events mean for NMC Health shares?

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Will tightening its belt help the Lloyds share price?

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With staff reductions and executive pay cuts, can Lloyds Banking Group help bolster its numbers?

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Is the reinstated Serco dividend a sign of things to come?

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Is this a milestone for the UK outsourcer, or does Serco still have some way to go yet?

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Can consolidating its business help the Weir Group bolster its share price?

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As oil & gas weigh on the firm’s finances, will becoming a pure mining technology firm set Weir Group up…

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How I think clearing its pension deficit is another strong sign for the BAE share price

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Though perhaps not the most exciting news, I think the fact it will be clearing its pension deficit early as…

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Are the winds ready to change for the Pearson share price?

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With a shift away from print and towards digital media, is Pearson on the cusp of a turnaround?

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Is Barratt Developments set to benefit from a housing sector turnaround?

| Karl Loomes

With some decent earnings figures this month, is the UK housing market set to send Baratt Development shares up?

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Is a turnaround warning a harbinger of things to come for Royal Mail shares?

| Karl Loomes

Its share price hit an all-time low this month, and I don’t see any signs of improvement to come for…

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The BP share price is hit by global issues, but I’m not worried. Here’s why

| Karl Loomes

Not a natural jump for most of us to make, the Coronavirus may be set to hurt the BP share…

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Is the Centrica share price now a bargain?

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Lower commodity prices may be hitting the owner of British Gas, but could this be an opportunity to buy Centrica…

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As it staggers forward, is the Superdry share price low enough to be interesting?

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Following poor results in January, Superdry stock has mainly failed to recover it losses, is this the right time to…

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What could Mike Ashley’s upmarket efforts mean for the Frasers Group share price?

| Karl Loomes

Changing its name and investing in upmarket brands, will this rebranding work for Frasers Group?

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Will slowing share buybacks hurt the Shell share price?

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As investors look set to take a hit with the share buyback programme being adjusted, what could be the impact…

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Is the Tullow Oil share price cheap enough to buy?

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As lower crude prices and falling production hurt Tullow shares, is this a long-term problem or a short-term opportunity?

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What to look for when investing for income

| Karl Loomes

Investing goals determine what to think about to get the best from your income portfolio.

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Will rising profits continue to bolster the Greggs share price?

| Karl Loomes

As January saw the fifth rise in its profit forecast in a year, can the good news continue for Greggs…

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Can the AstraZeneca share price hold up after a failed drug trial?

| Karl Loomes

With news of a $100m write-down over its Epanova drug this month, will we see a long-term impact on AstraZeneca…

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What do the Christmas sales numbers hint at for J Sainsbury’s future?

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Could the difference between the food and the Argos arms of the company be signs of the fundamental issues at…

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Can the NMC share price recover from Muddy Waters’ accusations?

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Is short seller Carson Block right about the state of NMC Health?

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Will investigations and controversy hurt the Glencore share price?

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As the Serious Fraud Office investigates suspicions of bribery, what will 2020 hold for Glencore stock?

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