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Charlie Gibson
Two defensive plays for dark days
Economy
Two defensive plays for dark days
Recent market action has reminded Charlie Gibson of Black Monday - and the value of defensive investing. Here he picks two stocks that will see you th…
26 Mar 2007
Should you buy Lloyds TSB shares?
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Should you buy Lloyds TSB shares?
The market was underwhelmed by recent results from the UK's fifth-largest bank, prompting a sharp fall in Lloyds TSB's share price. But Charlie Gibson…
20 Mar 2007
Could you profit from Pearson?
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Could you profit from Pearson?
In an unpromising sector, educational publisher Pearson stands out, having announced its best-ever operating profit this week. Share tipster Charlie G…
2 Mar 2007
Predators stalk Sainsbury's: should you buy in?
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Predators stalk Sainsbury's: should you buy in?
New bid rumours are swirling around Sainsbury's daily, so should investors take profits or hold on to their shares? Find out what share tipster Charli…
23 Feb 2007
Should you buy into Rio Tinto now?
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Should you buy into Rio Tinto now?
Rio Tinto is making an obscene amount of money, yet its stock is still cheap. Charlie Gibson looks into the story behind the share price and suggests …
20 Feb 2007
Where to find value in pharmaceuticals
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Where to find value in pharmaceuticals
The glory days of the pharmaceutical giants may be over - but that doesn't mean they're on their deathbeds just yet. Charlie Gibson picks one blue-chi…
14 Feb 2007
Gamble of the week: miner to rise on Chinese zinc demand
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Gamble of the week: miner to rise on Chinese zinc demand
This company has had a string of good news lately, and there could be more to come. Charlie Gibson explains why brave investors should think about inv…
3 Nov 2006
Optimistic outlook for Hunting shares
Stockmarkets
Optimistic outlook for Hunting shares
Whilst some firms have been hurt by rising oil prices, storage and transportation provider Hunting have seen shares soar, and they still 'have further…
6 Jul 2006
US share tips: Cash in on merger mania
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US share tips: Cash in on merger mania
A boom in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the last three months of last year helped to turn 2005 into the biggest year for merger deals sin…
6 Jul 2006
US share tips: Time to get back into tech
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US share tips: Time to get back into tech
When it comes to the technology sector, it rather looks like 2006 will be another 1991, says SG Cowan on Barrons.com. That should cheer investors – 19…
5 Jul 2006
DirecTV tunes into clear future earnings
Economy
DirecTV tunes into clear future earnings
A 19% fall in subscribers in Q1 may have lead some investors to write off DirecTV. Here's why they shouldn't.
8 Jun 2006
Four ways to fat profits
Economy
Four ways to fat profits
There is no end in sight to the obesity epidemic which has gripped the US. That means an increase in related illnesses such as obesity, and a huge mar…
8 Jun 2006
Are Parkwood shares worth holding on to?
People
Are Parkwood shares worth holding on to?
Despite its loss-making Healthcare division, Parkwood Holdings remains good value.
7 Jun 2006
Common sense view on dividends is wrong
Stockmarkets
Common sense view on dividends is wrong
According to research by American academics, the commonly held assumption that low dividend payouts are a sign of future earnings growth is wrong. Us…
5 Jun 2006
Why you should hedge against US inflation uptick
Stockmarkets
Why you should hedge against US inflation uptick
The prevailing Wall Street view since the Fed's March meeting that there is no inflation threat could be wrong. So now is the time to pick up a few 'i…
5 Jun 2006
Gamble of the week: an application service provider
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Gamble of the week: an application service provider
Moneyweek article: Charlie Gibson's gamble of the week comes from a application service provider which is finally about to 'come good' - and its share…
5 Jun 2006
Unique software puts 121 in pole position
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Unique software puts 121 in pole position
Most ISPs were hit hard by the recent decision by Carphone Warehouse to offer free broadband. 121 Media, however, was a notable exception thanks to a …
5 Jun 2006
A crackling opportunity in a growing market
Economy
A crackling opportunity in a growing market
Moneyweek article: In some medical circles, pigs are referred to as 'horizontal human beings' as they are so good at providing parts for medicine. On…
5 Jun 2006
Buy into a lucrative adventure
Economy
Buy into a lucrative adventure
Moneyweek article: Travel has been a temptestuous industry to be involved in in recent years. But one area which is experiencing long-term growth is …
5 Jun 2006
3i seems buoyant - but beware changing times
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3i seems buoyant - but beware changing times
Last week, when 3i announced its results, its shares nudged up to 938p amid a chorus of approval from banks and brokers. Since then, it has slipped b…
5 Jun 2006
3i seems buoyant - but beware changing times
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3i seems buoyant - but beware changing times
Last week, when 3i announced its results, its shares nudged up to 938p amid a chorus of approval from banks and brokers. Since then, it has slipped b…
5 Jun 2006
Five best biotech bets
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Five best biotech bets
Biotech companies are a high risk. but with several poised to license potential blockbuster drugs, the sector is worth watching.
26 May 2006
Ten top tips for investing in diamond mining
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Ten top tips for investing in diamond mining
Burgeoning demand from India and China means that the diamond mining industry is in the most positive situation for 30 years. Find out how you can mak…
25 May 2006
Two great tips from the food sector
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Two great tips from the food sector
Overall demand for food tends to grow slowly - at about the same rate as the population. So any food company that can produce double-digit annual grow…
25 May 2006
A tasty prospect in meat processing
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A tasty prospect in meat processing
The meat processing business isn't the most attractive sector to invest in - but there's one company that looks to be a very tasty prosepct indeed...
2 May 2006
Why the metals boom will run and run
Stockmarkets
Why the metals boom will run and run
Metal prices have kept rising in the face of disbelief from many commentators. But are there still opportunities out there for investors yet to get on…
2 May 2006
Making money from the Dogs of the Dow theory
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Making money from the Dogs of the Dow theory
One way for investors to play it safe is to follow the Dogs of the Dow theory, where investors buy the ten highest-yielding stocks in the Dow Jones In…
26 Apr 2006
How ethical investing can pay off, and unethical even more...
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How ethical investing can pay off, and unethical even more...
Does Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) mean having to trade profits for principles? Not necessarily, but is it as profitable as investing in the …
21 Apr 2006
Six promising mining companies
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Six promising mining companies
It is now very difficult to find value in basic metal industries, but that doesn’t mean share prices can’t move higher. Here are some hot metal tips.
20 Apr 2006
Three tempting recovery plays
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Three tempting recovery plays
Unless you’re good at contrarian investing recovery shares should not form the core of your investment strategy. Yet there are occasions when markets …
18 Apr 2006
Has Buffett lost his touch?
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Has Buffett lost his touch?
After five years of “underwhelming” performance from Berkshire Hathaway has Warren Buffett finally lost his touch? Here are some alternative equities…
13 Apr 2006
Seven ways to ride the FTSE’s run-up
Stockmarkets
Seven ways to ride the FTSE’s run-up
The FTSE 100 has hit 6,000 for the first time in five years, and there are plenty of reasons to think it will soon scale its all-time high of 6,930.2.…
11 Apr 2006
Is property website Rightmove worth buying into?
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Is property website Rightmove worth buying into?
Property website Rightmove.co.uk plans to float next month. But with shares looking expensive, is now the time to buy into the company?
27 Mar 2006
Three ways to get exposure to eastern Europe
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Three ways to get exposure to eastern Europe
If you want to get exposure to eastern Europe, you don't have to invest in foreign stock markets. Here are just three London-listed investment vehicle…
27 Mar 2006
Why you should buy the shares the analysts hate
Stockmarkets
Why you should buy the shares the analysts hate
Do City analysts really know where prices are going? Not judging by the results an investor could achieve by buying the stocks they all hate.
24 Mar 2006
Sixteen prime targets for foreign takeovers
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Sixteen prime targets for foreign takeovers
With UK-listed firms 18% to 44% cheaper than their US and Japanese counterparts, it's no wonder they are prime targets for foreign buyers. But which c…
22 Mar 2006