Why investors should keep an eye on video games

The video games sector will take a great leap forward when consumers start streaming them like films and music. Stephen Connolly looks at how to invest.

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The great and the good of the global video-games sector were out in force in early June for their annual get-together in Los Angeles. The Electronic Entertainment Expo or "E3" draws a big crowd, showcasing the top games and product innovations. For investors trying to assess who will be the winners in an industry going through profound change, this year was especially important.

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Stephen Connolly is the managing director of consultancy Plain Money. He has worked in investment banking and asset management for over 30 years and writes on business and finance topics.