Bengt Saelensminde
Bengt graduated from Reading University in 1994 and followed up with a master's degree in business economics.
He started stock market investing at the age of 13, and this eventually led to a job in the City of London in 1995. He started on a bond desk at Cantor Fitzgerald and ended up running a desk at stockbroker's Cazenove.
Bengt left the City in 2000 to start up his own import and beauty products business which he still runs today.
Latest articles by Bengt Saelensminde
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Why Greece is finished sooner than you think
Tutorials Greece may well revolt and leave the euro this April, says Bengt Saelensminde. So act now to position yourself against the coming turmoil in Europe.
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Why 20% of my equity portfolio is in emerging markets
Tutorials Emerging-market stocks are an essential part of any long-term, wealth-building portfolio, says Bengt Saelensminde. But not for the reasons you might expect.
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The inconvenient truth about gold
Features Many people buy gold in the hope of making a big return. But that's not the point of gold, says Bengt Saelensminde.
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This could be the next major asset rally
Features If we see another liquidity crisis, corporate bonds could see a huge rally. And even if we don't, they could still produce a decent return, says Bengt Saelensminde.
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My top tips for getting great eBay bargains
Tutorials If you know what you’re doing, you can find sterling silver at unbelievable prices on online auction sites. Bengt Saelensminde explains what to watch out for - and reveals a few tips on how to steal a bargain.
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Things are looking up for this biotech
Tutorials When a company's shareholders are asked to pump more cash into the business, it's often bad news. But in the case of this small biotech firm, it could turn out to be a very profitable deal, says Bengt Saelensminde.
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The biggest advantage you’ve got over the City
Tutorials There are many benefits to a DIY approach to investment, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, explains the most important one.
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Your crash course in buying silver
Tutorials Buying silver at online auctions is a great way to get a bargain on physical silver - but what should you watch out for? Bengt Saelensminde explains all you need to know about buying silver online.
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The best assets to own as Europe breaks up
Tutorials The markets are the ultimate regulator. And soon they'll call time on Europe's unscrupulous politicians. Bengt Saelensminde explains how to protect your wealth when all hell breaks loose.
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Three ways to find a stock you can trust
Tutorials When investing it's vital to buy companies with managements whose interests are aligned with yours. Bengt Saelensminde explains how.
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Lock in 7% per year until 2014
Features With income on cash negligible, and equity markets mired in volatility, coporate bonds are a good alternative, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he looks at at one bond which promises a yield of over 7% over the next three years.
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Profit from the biggest ‘non-event’ of all time
Tutorials A US interest-rate freeze was all stocks needed to take off. But one interesting market's been overlooked, says Bengt Saelensminde - and there's still time for you to buy.
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The endgame in the war between paper and things
Tutorials Paper assets made a great comeback recently - but it came at a price. And now 'real things' like gold are set to take over, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he explains the best way to defend your wealth.
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Look what's happening to silver
Features After a nasty fall last year, silver is putting in an impressive rally. Bengt Saelensminde examines whether it's time for a punt.
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How to survive strange times in the markets
Tutorials With some banks and governments charging you for the privilege of taking your cash, does your money really have no value? Of course it does, says Bengt Saelensminde. You just have to think outside the box.
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A bet on Europe's break-up
Tutorials The break-up of the eurozone is starting to look like a foregone conclusion, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he explains one way to play the demise of the single currency.
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Insolvencies are growing - here’s how you could profit
Tutorials The lunacy of Britain's tax system has pushed another retailer to the brink of insolvency - and it won't be the last. But at least there's a way you can profit, says Bengt Saelensminde.
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The No1 lesson you must learn as a trader
Tutorials Most traders don't get it right even half the time. In fact, they get nowhere near it - but they still make profits overall. How is that possible? Bengt Saelensminde explains.
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It’s time to buy SuperGroup
Tutorials Fashion retailer SuperGroup has been beset by problems - and its share price has fallen with its fortunes. Has it turned a corner? Bengt Saelensminde explains why now could be a great time to buy.
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Two great ways to play the EM recovery
Tutorials Panicky Western financial firms are sucking the wealth out of emerging markets. But that just makes the stocks even better value, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he tips two great ways to profit from the emerging-market recovery.
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Why I'm a big fan of short-selling
Tutorials It may not be popular with a lot of people, but there's a lot to be said for short-selling stocks, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he explains why you shouldn't ignore the opportunities it presents.
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I’m getting ready to buy into Europe
Tutorials The euro could well implode this year - and that'll throw up some serious bargains in the eurozone. Bengt Saelensminde explains the tell-tale signs of an imminent collapse and tips one European stock to scoop up when it happens.
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Why I'm holding 25% of my wealth in commodities
Tutorials Bengt Saelensminde looks at asset allocation, and explains why it's so important to devote a decent proportion of your portfolio to commodities.
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Where I’ll focus my equity portfolio in 2012
Tutorials Equities took a battering last year, but they still have their place in your portfolio. Bengt Saelensminde explains his strategy for investing in shares, and where he'll be putting his money in the year to come.
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