Latest articles by David C. Stevenson
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Why the UK's economic growth is falling behind
Poor economic growth and productivity in the UK is due to several factors that are our own fault, says David C. Stevenson
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Europe’s deep creativity crisis
In the US, small companies become big ones. On this side of the Atlantic, they don’t
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Top global fintech companies to invest in
One British fintech hogs the headlines, but there are two top performers in the US. We explain where you should put your money
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Uranium prices are on the rise and could go higher still
Although clean-energy funds have taken a hammering this year, uranium is the bright spot with scope for further growth.
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4 funds for global growth
Factor funds are a cheap way to build a portfolio with less bias towards technology or America, says David C Stevenson.
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Metals in meltdown: investors should buy now
Aluminium, zinc and nickel have struggled over the past few months, says David J. Stevenson. But the best time to scoop up shares in the companies that mine them is when they are out of favour.
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3 ways to play the artificial intelligence boom
Artificial intelligence will play a huge role in many sectors. Look for a wider range of ways to profit.
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The fintech revolution is here to stay
Online banks and fintech payment firms have shaken up a stagnant finance sector and benefited users.
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Capitalise on higher interest rates with gilt funds
David C Stevenson looks at funds to profit from rising gilt yields.
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Investing in gold ETCs - how to add gold to your portfolio
Investing in gold via exchange-traded commodities is simpler and cheaper than buying bars and coins
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AI’s mixed investment performance
Analysis Billions of dollars are flowing into the AI sector, but this boom isn’t translating into returns for investors.
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Rethinking ESG investing
Analysis Sustainable ESG funds are coming under attack for a lack of focus. Investors need to be selective
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How to beat low savings account interest rates
Tips Savers stuck with low interest rates can earn a better return on their money with these investments
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We need more housebuilding for a stronger economy
Analysis More housebuilding is needed for economic growth, as there’s a clear link between construction, urban productivity and prosperity, says David C. Stevenson.
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2 cheap investment trusts to buy
Tips After a mixed year for investment trusts, David Stevenson outlines two cheap investment trusts investors should consider.
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4 cheap investment trusts to buy and 3 to avoid
Tips Valuing funds that hold unlisted assets can be tricky, but some discounts look excessive.
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4 investment trusts to buy yielding up to 12%
Tips Widening discounts present a buying opportunity for these four high-yielding investment trusts
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A macro hedge fund to buy in trying times
Tips This macro hedge fund has outperformed traditional defensive funds and other listed hedge funds
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The pick of this year's best-performing investment trusts
Tips Market conditions haven’t been easy, but these investment trusts have delivered strong growth, says David Stevenson.
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The best ways to buy strategic metals
Tips Weaker prices for strategic metals in the alternative-energy sector are an investment opportunity, says David Stevenson. Here, he picks some of the best ways to buy in.
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Three cryptocurrency funds for the adventurous investor
Tips The crypto sector is extremely risky, but these three cryptocurrency funds may appeal to adventurous investors who anticipate a rebound, says David Stevenson.
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A retail bond for income investors with a 6.5% yield
Tips This new issue from LendInvest could be attractive to income seekers willing to take some risk.
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A fund to provide a reliable income from biotech
Tips The BioPharma Credit investment trust lends to promising small drug developers.
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Is it OK to buy Scottish Mortgage investment trust again?
Tips Scottish Mortgage investment was hit hard by the tech-stock crash, and it is still being buffeted by headwinds. Should new investors wait for those to ease before buying in?
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