magazine 4 May 2017
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Everyone loves a bargain and investors are no different. The new issue of Shares reveals four ways to identify good value stocks as well as how to spot shares which are cheap for a negative reason. The digital magazine also features three funds which have value investing at the heart of their strategy.
Elsewhere, discover why the managers running two of the most popular funds on the market are so excited about emerging markets, being Fundsmith and Finsbury Growth & Income. You can also hear from investment experts about the funds they’d pick in order to build up a £40,000 portfolio in seven years to pay for a loft conversion.
You will also find articles on Lloyds Banking Group, BooHoo.com, Purplebricks and a fairly new company on the stock market which looks an interesting way of playing the retail sector called UP Global Sourcing.
For those seeking income-generating ideas, the new issue of Shares debates a property stock which has a 9.3% prospective dividend yield.
We use four key metrics to help spot bargain investment opportunities
Investors with an appetite for risk can now easily get exposure to countries like Sri Lanka and Croatia
Latest set of results could represent turning point for the sector
Profitability under pressure as bank ‘de-risks’ balance sheet
Energy giant’s results flattered by year-on-year increase in crude
Six out of 11 analysts covering the stock have a positive view
Analyst spells out the overseas potential for disruptive estate agent
City experts remain torn after latest trading update
Regeneration specialist trades at a substantial discount to net asset value
Butchery group’s new supply deal and heavyweight board appointment are reasons to feast on the stock
Italian restaurant business is third quoted small cap restaurateur to say 2017 has been tough
Small cap has a way to make operations more efficient
Value-themed investment products are a good way to access assets going cheap
We explore the funds that could help you create your dream home
Research finds the average holding period for stocks has gone from eight years to eight months
Lighting systems micro-cap reminds investors it is still alive
Huge discoveries in Guyana are ‘next door’ to small cap oil firm’s acreage
Estate agent sees completions fall nearly 30% but faced tough comparative figures
Japan's rapidly declining population could throw up problems and investment opportunities
Abu Dhabi crown prince ditches 20% co-pay rule
Lindsell Train’s Nick Train and Fundsmith’s Terry Smith explain how they spot superior companies
Investors eagerly await trading update on 10 May
Broadcaster set to update on advertising performance in first quarter update
The coach company is struggling to overcome traffic congestion problems
British brands and low-cost model underpin newcomer’s strategy
Base metal decline is no reason to lose confidence in near-term producing miner
Broker lifts earnings forecasts by 30% for 2017
We explain how minimum variance ETFs can help navigate swings in the market
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Shares is provided for your general information and use and is not a personal recommendation to invest. It is not intended to be relied upon by you in making or not making any investment decisions. The investments referred to in these articles will not be suitable for all investors. If in doubt please seek appropriate independent financial advice.
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