David J. Stevenson
David J. Stevenson has a long history of investment analysis, becoming a UK fund manager for Oppenheimer UK back in 1983.
Switching his focus across the English Channel in 1986, he managed European funds over many years for Hill Samuel, Cigna UK and Lloyds Bank subsidiary IAI International.
Sandwiched within those roles was a three-year spell as Head of Research at stockbroker BNP Securities.
David became Associate Editor of MoneyWeek in 2008. In 2012, he took over the reins at The Fleet Street Letter, the UK’s longest-running investment bulletin. And in 2015 he became Investment Director of the Strategic Intelligence UK newsletter.
Eschewing retirement prospects, he once again contributes regularly to MoneyWeek.
Having lived through several stock market booms and busts, David is always alert for financial markets’ capacity to spring ‘surprises’.
Investment style-wise, he prefers value stocks to growth companies and is a confirmed contrarian thinker.
Latest articles by David J. Stevenson
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Silver set to surge after years in the doldrums
Analysis Fans of the devil’s metal have faced frustration. But that may be about to change.
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Value on the high street
The demise of Wilko is the latest sign of the challenges facing Britain’s general retailers. But while the sector’s woes may yet worsen, there are still stocks worth buying, says David J. Stevenson
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A recovery play to buy with a solid yield
British American Tobacco is historically cheap and will pay investors to wait for a rise in the stock.
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Invest in water: the world’s most valuable resource
Tips David J. Stevenson explains why now is the time to invest in water as the world heads towards a crippling global shortage.
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These 2 stocks are set to soar
Tips The returns from these two aluminium and tin stocks could be spectacular when the commodity cycle turns says David J Stevenson.
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DS Smith shares are undervalued
Tips DS Smith shares look cheap when seen against the international packaging group’s performance in difficult circumstances.
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How to invest in silver, the precious metal set to shine again
Analysis The price of silver – both a precious and industrial metal – has plunged in recent months. Yet it still has huge potential, says David J Stevenson. Here, he looks at the best ways to invest in silver.
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A cheap and cheerful pub chain to buy now
Tips JD Wetherspoon’s shares have slumped this year. Yet a recovery is now in sight, says David J Stevenson.
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The best way to invest in natural gas
Tips David Stevenson looks at the best way to invest in natural gas as the demand for the commodity surges.
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Why rare-earth metals are a good buy for investors
Analysis Raw materials are more plentiful than their name suggests. But demand is set to soar, implying long-term gains for investors, says David J. Stevenson
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Why aircraft leasing funds look attractive now
Analysis Aircraft-leasing funds crashed during the pandemic, David C. Stevenson explains why the outlook for these funds may be improving.
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Why now is a good time to buy diamond miners
Cover Story Demand for the gems is set to outstrip supply, making it a good time to buy miners, says David J. Stevenson.
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John Wood Group: needs polish, but has plenty of potential
Tips Oilfield engineer John Wood’s share price has underperformed, its prospects are solid and it looks too cheap
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How to invest in the electric car market
Tips The vehicle sector suffered badly in the pandemic, and has since been buffeted by supply-chain problems, inflation and recession fears, says David J. Stevenson. But electric cars are thriving.
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Babcock International: a turnaround play in a growing sector
Tips Britain’s defence spending is set to rise and Babcock International could soon return to favour, says David J Stevenson.
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How to invest in lumber, whichever way the market goes
Analysis Wood plays a key role in US housing. Slow growth has hurt prices – but not for long, says David J. Stevenson.
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With its Woodford woes behind it, now could be the time to buy Hargreaves Lansdown shares
Tips Hargreaves Lansdown, the UK’s leading investment platform, has had a tough three years, but the shares look cheap
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Melrose Industries: a British manufacturer that is well-placed for recovery
Tips Melrose, the aerospace and automotive manufacturer, has been hit by the pandemic, but the shares are unduly cheap says David J Stevenson.
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Invest in commercial property – British landlords are back in business
Cover Story Much of the UK commercial property sector was hit hard by the pandemic. Property prices are now snapping back, but there’s still compelling value in retail, says David J Stevenson
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Why ABF's share price is cheap and attractive right now
Analysis This one-time FTSE 100 favourite has been through some tough times, but the future is looking much brighter and the shares are cheap, says David J Stevenson.
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Silver and platinum group metals are dirt cheap – buy now
Cover Story Some of the most important precious metals in the world are also remarkably inexpensive compared with their history. That state of affairs seems unlikely to last, says David J Stevenson.
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