Latest articles by Ed Bowsher
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The Isa revolution 2014
Videos In his latest video Ed Bowsher explains how Isas work, why they're such an attractive investment vehicle, and why the new rules introduced in the budget are great news.
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Forget the Alibaba flotation – Yahoo looks like a much more tempting investment
Features China’s biggest internet company is set to float on the stock market. But if you want to buy in, there's a much better way, says Ed Bowsher. Buy Yahoo instead.
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This major handicap holds back most fund managers – but it doesn’t affect you
Tutorials Ed Bowsher explains how to avoid making the same mistakes as fund managers.
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Osborne’s annuity massacre could pay off for bold bargain hunters
Features Annuity company share prices have plummeted since the Budget. But the pessimism is overdone, says Ed Bowsher. And that means opportunities for bargain hunters.
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Hargreaves Lansdown share price jumps as annuity companies slide
Features The Budget announcement on annuities has triggered some major share price carnage. Ed Bowsher looks at the winners and losers.
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Budget 2014: huge revolution in Isas and pensions
Features George Osborne surprised just about everyone with substantial changes to pensions and Isas. Ed Bowsher looks at what’s new.
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Budget 2014: The headlines
Features Ed Bowsher runs through the main points of today's Budget statement, and looks at how they will affect you.
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Budget 2014: what you need to watch out for
Features Tomorrow's Budget will be George Osborne's last before the general election. Ed Bowsher looks at what we might hear from the chancellor.
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New TSB current account pays 5% interest
Features TSB has launched a current account that gives you a much better return than most savings accounts. Ed Bowsher looks at how it stacks up against the competition.
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Is now a good time to pick up supermarket stocks on the cheap?
Features Shares in Britain’s supermarkets are tanking. Morrisons has issued a profit warning. Tesco and Sainsbury’s are in the mire too. Ed Bowsher asks if it's a good time to buy.
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Why you should beware of ETFs
Videos Ed Bowsher looks at exchange traded funds, or ETFs, and explains what they are. He also highlights some of their dangers and risks, so you can avoid the pitfalls.
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Why more bankruptcies would be good news for investors in China
Features There are many reasons to worry about China. But companies going bankrupt isn't one. In fact, it could make China a healthier place to do business. Ed Bowsher explains why.
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How to invest in technology
Videos The technology sector can be hugely profitable for investors. But how do you pick the right companies? In this video tutorial, Ed Bowsher explains how to invest in tech stocks.
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What the crisis in Ukraine means for your money
Features The crisis in Ukraine is hitting markets across the world. So what should you do to protect your wealth? Ed Bowsher looks at what it all means for your investments.
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These two shares are better bets on online retail than AO.com
Features Shares in AO.com have soared since it floated on the stock market last week. But there are better stocks in the sector, says Ed Bowsher. Here, he picks two.
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RBS shares slide – but this isn’t a buying opportunity
Features After announcing an £8bn loss, RBS's share price has taken a beating. However, as Ed Bowsher explains, that doesn’t mean the bank is worth buying.
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How to get the best annuity
Videos In this video, Ed Bowsher explains what an annuity is, how to get the best possible annuity, and points to some other ways of getting the best income in your retirement.
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Which companies will benefit most from Vodafone’s cash bonanza?
Features Vodafone shareholders are about to get a windfall. Ed Bowsher looks at how this will affect the markets, and how you could take advantage.
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It’s time to get back into mining stocks
Tutorials Mining stocks took a battering in 2013, but things are looking up this year. Ed Bowsher reveals the best ways to profit.
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If you think Hargreaves Lansdown is too expensive, threaten to leave
Tutorials Fund supermarket Hargreaves Lansdown has adopted the mobile phone companies' favourite tactic.
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The lowdown on gold – Part two
Videos In part two of this video series on gold, Ed Bowsher looks at the different ways you can invest in gold – from physical bullion to gold futures.
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All the top fracking stories
Features Ed Bowsher looks at a handful of articles from around the web on the pros and cons of fracking.
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Hold your nerve on Japan
Features Japanese stocks have had a disappointing start to the year. Ed Bowsher explains why it's too soon to worry.
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The lowdown on gold – Part one
Videos Ed Bowsher looks at the pros and cons of investing in gold, and examines the idea that gold can provide insurance against disaster in any portfolio.
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