Latest articles by Max King
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Coronavirus has had less of an impact on UK property than you might think
Analysis The UK property market looked to have been turned upside-down as people abandoned city flats to work from more spacious homes in the country, while offices and shops remained shut. But as it turned out, the change was less dramatic. Max King explains.
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Why Britons are much wealthier than we think
Sponsored Britons are much better off and the UK is a wealthier country than the GDP data suggests, says Max King. That’s likely to continue whatever the short term disruptions. Here's why.
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Two debt-focused funds that pay good dividends
Tips TwentyFour Asset Management’s two debt-focused investment trusts are producing healthy payouts
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Is investors’ enthusiasm for renewable energy justified?
Analysis Investors have been pouring money into renewable energy funds. But the sector has had a tricky year so far. Max King looks at the opportunities for investors – and the risks.
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How a cautious approach to investing has paid off for Capital Gearing Trust
Tips The Capital Gearing Trust’s strategy focuses on not losing money. It has proved very successful, says Max King
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Are investors doomed?
Analysis Bearish sentiment is rife in the equity markets. And there are plenty of good reasons for that. But the biggest risk of all may be of a bond market crash. Max King explains why.
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The genuine bargains in the investment-trust sector
Analysis A discount to net asset value should never be the primary reason for buying this type of fund, says Max King. These seven, however, look too cheap and boast encouraging long-term records
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Budget 2021: the chickens come home to roost
Opinion Rishi Sunak delivered his budget today amid a fragile and uncertain time. Max King analyses.
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When investors get over-excited, it’s time to worry – but we’re not there yet
Sponsored When investors are pouring money into markets, it can be a warning sign of impending disaster, writes Max King. So how are fund flows looking right now?
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An investment trust that gives exposure to frontier markets
Tips An investment trust investing in small, illiquid emerging markets has disappointed, but deserves another chance, says Max King
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Emerging markets: the Brics never lived up to their promise – but is now the time to buy?
Analysis Twenty years ago hopes were high for Brazil, Russia, India and China – the “Brics” emerging-market economies. But only China has beaten expectations. Max King explains why and asks if now is the time to buy.
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What the best-performing investment trusts of the past 20 years can teach us
Advice Forty-two trusts have risen more than tenfold over the last two decades. What made the winners stand out? And how can we identify future outperformers? Max King sifts through the evidence.
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Emerging markets: has the Brics dream survived reality?
Analysis Two decades ago the “Brics” – Brazil, Russia, India and China – were the global economy's rising stars, with expectations high for their rapid development. Max King looks at how things have panned out.
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The UK stockmarket is cheap – but is it cheap for good reasons?
Opinion Compared to other developed-world markets, UK stocks are remarkably cheap. But a number of factors means the discount could be well-deserved, says Max King.
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Invest in a promising new chapter at RIT Capital Partners
Tips The long-standing chairman of the RIT Capital Partners investment trust stepped down in 2019, but the new team are doing very well, says Max King.
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Why it pays to face up to your investment mistakes
Opinion Buying stocks can be a complicated business. But selling stocks can be tricky, too – even if you sell for the right reasons. Max King explains how to avoid investment mistakes, and how to learn from the mistakes you do make.
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Pershing Square: a deeply undervalued investment trust to buy now
Tips Pershing Square Holdings has a strong record, but trades at a discount of almost 30%. It could be the ideal investment for uncertain market conditions, says Max King.
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In a “defined contribution” pension? Cheer up!
Advice Max King explains why today’s defined contribution pensions are in many ways better than the final salary pensions of old.
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Invest in affordable housing – a solid return with a social impact
Tips The private sector can help tackle homelessness – but investors should expect to be rewarded as well. And these two funds fit the bill nicely.
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The best way to invest in affordable housing
Tips The private sector must play a role in meeting demand for retirement homes and shared ownership. This fund will help.
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Witan: the "lame duck" investment trust has become a winner
Tips The global investment trust looked lacklustre early this year, but is making a convincing comeback.
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Two private equity trusts: one to buy, one to avoid
Opinion The tech boom has fostered a lot of great businesses, but with many backed by private equity, few retail investors have been able to profit. Here, Max King looks at two investment trusts that provide a way in.
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After a stunning 2020, how is 2021 shaping up for investment trusts?
Analysis Investment trusts performed extraordinarily well in 2020, but 2021 hasn't been so kind. Max King runs his eye over the sector, and looks at what the second half of the year might hold.
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The best fund to buy to ride Britain's post-pandemic recovery
Tips The Lowland Investment trust is perfectly poised to profit from Britain’s post-pandemic bounce, says Max King.
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