Latest articles by Ed Bowsher
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The lowdown on fracking
Videos Investors could make big money from fracking - but it’s not a sure thing. There are risks. Ed Bowsher explains what fracking is, and looks at the pros and cons from an investment perspective.
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How to profit from Britain’s cheap-money fuelled rebound
Features Britain’s economy may be looking good, but the recovery is built on shaky foundations. However, canny investors can still take advantage, says Ed Bowsher.
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This critical weak spot could destroy Microsoft – here’s what to buy instead
Features Hopes are riding high with Satya Nadella now at the helm of Microsoft. But there are better buys in the tech sector.
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Five small-cap stocks worth a flutter
Tutorials You can now pop Aim shares in your Isa to shelter gains from tax. That would be a good idea for these five promising companies, says Ed Bowsher.
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What is net gearing?
Videos Ed Bowsher explains what ‘net gearing’ is, and considers whether ‘net debt’ is inherently bad for a company.
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I’ve never bought gold before – but I’m buying it now
Features Gold has very little practical use, it doesn’t pay any income, and right now, analysts are overwhelmingly bearish. But Ed Bowsher is about to buy. Here’s why.
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What is deflation and what does it mean for you?
Videos If we get deflation, it could bring the current economic recovery to a halt, and hit share prices. Ed Bowsher explains what deflation is, the chances of it actually happening, and how it would affect you.
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Sainsbury’s boss is getting out at the right time – so should you
Features Supermarket chain Sainsbury's faces a lot of problems. Indeed, the future looks grim for the sector as a whole. Ed Bowsher explains why, and where to put your money instead.
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Don’t be scared of emerging markets
Videos Fears over emerging markets are probably overdone, and now looks to be a good time to invest for the long-term. Ed Bowsher picks the best places to put your money.
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It’s time to go hunting for emerging-market bargains
Features The emerging market sell-off has given investors the chance to pick up some attractive assets on the cheap. Ed Bowsher picks the best markets to buy into now.
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Hargreaves Lansdown price changes - winners and losers
Videos Ed Bowsher looks at what the changes in Hargreaves Lansdown’s pricing structure mean for ordinary investors.
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What is a profit warning?
Videos Ed Bowsher explains what a 'profit warning' is, and how you should react if a company you own warns that profits will disappoint investors.
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Japan’s savers are about to start piling into shares ��� here’s how to profit
Features Japan’s stock market is set for a good year as the country’s investors get excited about shares again. Ed Bowsher explains why – and how you can profit.
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A cheap way to invest in British technology stocks
Features Forget America and Asia, some of the best value tech stocks can be found right here in Britain. Ed Bowsher explains the best way for you to invest.
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How to invest in one of the world’s most promising emerging markets
Features One of the world's most successful investors thinks that now could be the right time to swap developed markets for more exotic climes. Ed Bowsher picks some of the best ways to invest.
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What is the 'taper'?
Videos In this video, Ed Bowsher explains what the 'taper' is, and how it’s linked to the US quantitative easing programme.
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What the Hargreaves Lansdown price cuts mean for you
Tutorials Fund supermarket Hargreaves Lansdown has launched a new pricing structure. Ed Bowsher explains what it means for investors.
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The lowdown on quantitative easing
Videos It's five years since the Bank of England began its money-printing programme. In the video, Ed Bowsher looks at whether it has been successful.
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The British fracking revolution is coming – you can’t afford to ignore this
Features Fracking is the biggest story in the energy industry. And it’s going to be huge in the UK. Ed Bowsher looks at what you need to know.
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Investment trusts have never been this expensive – is it time to sell?
Features As the world cottons on to the benefits of investment trusts, it's getting difficult to pick up a bargain. So is now the time to sell? Ed Bowsher investigates.
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EV/Ebit - boring title, sexy ratio
Videos Ed Bowsher explains how the EV/Ebit ratio works, and why it’s better than the price/earnings ratio.
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Marks & Spencer, Tesco and Morrisons: a rotten day for retailers
Features Three of Britain’s biggest retailers have reported disappointing sales figures. Ed Bowsher looks at what's going wrong, and whether there is any cheer for investors.
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How to make money from talking toothbrushes and cloud computing
Features The ‘internet of things’ is developing fast. Soon, even your toothbrush will be connected to the cloud. Ed Bowsher looks at some of the best ways for you to profit.
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The best ways to save for children
Features There's just over a year to go before you can covert your child's trust fund into a more favourable Jisa. Ed Bowsher looks at the best deals for while you wait.
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