Stephen Bland
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Stephen Bland: What I learned from Jim Slater
Profiles As editor of the Dividend Letter, Stephen Bland knows about income stocks. Here, he describes a career that included a stint with the late investment guru Jim Slater.
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What really drives share prices
Tutorials In the long term, over years, share prices are driven by company profits. But what drives the price of shares in the short term? Stephen Bland explains.
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Why you should stick to high-yielding stocks
Tutorials Many people think they will do well out of trading shares regularly over time. But hardly anyone does. For the majority of private investors, the biggest rewards of both income and capital will likely come from a strategy of 'long-term hold', says Stephen Bland.
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Don't panic: the world isn't ending
Features The headlines may be grim and the UK may be headed for recession. But, says Stephen Bland, if you think things are bad now, they're nothing compared to the 1970s. The world didn't end then and it won't end now, so don't be swayed by hysteria.
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Five common investment mistakes to avoid
Tutorials Not making good returns? That could be down to just five common investment mistakes. Stephen Bland explains what they are – and how you can avoid them.
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The lazy investor’s guide to making money
Tutorials Too many investors think the money is in action, in trading. In fact, most would do well to buy into choice high-yielders and leave well alone, says Stephen Bland.
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