Latest articles by Bengt Saelensminde
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How to spot a hidden profit warning
Tutorials When a company is in trouble, the last thing it wants to do is release a profit warning. But when the profit warning does come, you want to take notice. Bengt Saelensminde explains how to read the curious language of the profit warning and how to take action to protect your investment.
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Should you punt everything on gold?
Features As Western economies weaken against the emerging powerhouses of the East, and previously 'hard' currencies slide in value, things are going to get a lot more difficult for investors. Some might be tempted to put everything into gold. Bengt Saelensminde explains why that's a very bad idea.
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The dangerous game you play with bonds
Features In a downturn, bonds can look like a good investment. Unlike dividends, companies can't weasel out of paying you or trim your returns. But beware, bonds aren't always what they seem. Here, Bengt Saelensminde tells you what to look out for when investing in bonds.
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The best way to use stop losses
Features Stop losses are very handy tools for traders. But they can be confusing, and many investors can end up losing more than they gain when using them. Bengt Saelensminde examines why, and explains how to lock in profits by setting stop losses correctly.
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Danger! This piece of City 'wisdom' could damage your wealth
Features A dangerous investment principle masquerading as sound investment advice could be seriously damaging your investment returns, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he explains what it is, and how it affects your money.
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The one hot sector to buy now
Features While the rest of the UK economy languishes, British engineering is staging a comeback as the pound's fall has sparked a boom in exports. Bengt Saelensminde looks at his favourite sector, and picks the best way to play the resurgence of British industry.
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Get ready for 'Bank Crisis Part II'
Features The European sovereign debt crisis is a disaster waiting to happen. A default is inevitable. And when that happens, Europe's banking sector will see a catastrophic fall. Bengt Saelensminde explains the best way to play it.
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How to invest like a Dragon
Tutorials The millionaires on TV's Dragons' Den look for businesses that have a broad 'economic moat'. But what it is it, and how do you use it to spot a good investment opportunity? Bengt Saelensminde explains, and picks one stock with a real economic moat.
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Don't believe this dangerous myth about house prices
Features Many people believe Britain can sustain high house prices because it is an island with a limited supply of land for building. But that's dangerous nonsense, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here's why.
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How to save yourself a bundle when you trade
Features Over the last decade two types of accounts have changed the way private investors trade. Contracts for difference and spread betting accounts have taken the investing world by storm. Bengt Saelensminde advises on which one is most approporiate for you.
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Inflation or deflation? Who cares!
Features With inflation double the Bank of England's target rate at 4%, many investors are looking for ways to hedge themselves against the risk of even higher inflation. Bengt Saelensminde reveals a bond with an incredible ability: it hedges itself against both inflation and deflation.
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Is now the time to buy into silver?
Features Silver is a notoriously volatile metal which has burned many investors' fingers in the past. The long term bull case is compelling, but its most recent correction saw a fall of some 30%. Bengt Saelensminde explains exactly why silver is so jumpy, and whether now is the time to buy in.
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This great stock could go from zero to the FTSE 100 in a week
Features Investors have been falling over themselves to profit from the bull run in commodities. But with so much interest, cheap investment opportunities are thin on the ground. Now Bengt Saelensminde has found just such an opportunity, with a stock that's soon to hit the big time.
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The one stock you should buy today
Features Bengt Saelensminde reviews Simon Caufield's recent stock tip, analysing the pros and cons, before finally concluding it's a great buy that could net you gains of 50%.
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How much gold should you own?
Features Gold's value keeps setting new records with investors buying the yellow metal as though it were going out of fashion. But how much gold should you really have in your portfolio? Bengt Saelensminde explains.
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Don't bother with unit trusts - try these instead
Features Putting your money into a unit trust is simply suicidal investment - they're expensive and offer measly returns. Bengt Saelensminde suggests an alternative that's cheaper and can offer good returns.
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Don't trust the government with your pension
Features The latest pension reforms could dash any hopes you had of retiring comfortably. But there are ways to avoid squandering your money. Bengt Saelensminde explains how to avoid the government pension scam.
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It's time to bet against this crowded trade
Features Having been on the right side of the FTSE's recent bounce, Bengt Saelensminde reckons the smart money's now to be made betting the other way. Here, he explains how.
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Why silver is a dance with the devil
Features The gold price has stolen the investment news headlines for several years now, but it's the price of silver that has been the outstanding performer this year. Bengt Saelensminde reviews silver's investment potential.
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The book that changed my fortunes as an investor
Tutorials Investing is similar to a game of squash, there are right and wrong plays, hasty and calm decisions. And like every great sportsman you need to be mentally prepared. Bengt Saelensminde shares a simple idea that can make you a better investor.
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How to double your Isa allowance
Features Cash Isas are fine as far as they go. But savings limits and interest rates are low. However, there is a way to get a better rate and effectively double your Isa allowance by exploiting a new market ripe for investors. Bengt Saelensminde explains how.
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Do you have the guts for this "hard trade"?
Features Portugal's debt crisis is coming to a climax. This April is decision time. Do they opt for 50 years of crushing debt like Ireland, or take the Icelandic route and declare bankruptcy? Bengt Saelensminde looks at the options for Portugal and considers the best way to play the immediate aftermath.
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The devastating threat that everyone is ignoring
Features Everyone is worried about inflation but there's a far greater threat that people are just simply ignoring. Bengt Saelensminde shows the duplicity of our government, and has two techniques to keep your investments safe.
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Why this cheap market looks an even better bet today
Features Amongst the mayhem of the Middle East and the nuclear disaster in Japan, the Russian equity market has never looked so good, says Bengt Saelensminde. Here, he tips an investment trust to gain exposure to the world's cheapest market.
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