Although there is still over a month to go to get over the finishing line, looking at some of the best performing stocks of the year to date reveals a surprising name or two. Although the concept of momentum trading is one which is easy to understand, it can be somewhat problematic to carry to…
While the global euphoria ignited by Donald Trump persists, there are parts of the world where sentiment is a little weaker. Trump will certainly help central banks to adjust policy and boost the domestic economy, but it will bring a lot of trouble to emerging markets. When I say trouble, I’m not thinking about Trump’s…
Too many people seem to have a blind faith approach when investing, and if a share continues to slide they hang on in the hope that one day it will rise. This can tie up money that could be better used for other opportunities and, for me, a major benefit of a trend/charting approach is…
In the days following the EU referendum, UK commercial property was the last thing investors wanted to hold. Various funds were suspended, commercial property stocks recorded vast share price falls and it seemed as though the sector was in for a rough ride. However, since then a looser monetary policy, weaker sterling and improved confidence…
There is nothing as frustrating, but ultimately rewarding, as calling the end of an extended bear run in a small cap stock. Providence Resources (LON:PVR) is the situation where we may finally see a decent rally. It has been a long wait for fans of Providence Resources, and one which may have felt all the…
Tlou Energy (LON:TLOU) has been typical of many of the private-investor favourite stocks which have turned up this year, and generally impressed. Of course, it is in the nature of the game that in the small caps space we are vulnerable to disappointment, and in some cases tragedy. But Tlou Energy looks to be one…
In keeping with the Indian Government’s reform agenda, on 8 November Prime Minister Modi announced the immediate withdrawal of Rs. 500 & Rs. 1000 notes, in a move to reduce black money in the system, curb funding of illegal activities and address the problem of counterfeit notes. The decision to withdraw these two denominations –…
The Personal Assets Trust (LON:PAT) has just released its interim accounts for the six months to the end of October. It is one of the most cautiously positioned investment trusts on the market, yet has an excellent long-term track record, so it is well worth having a close look at the manager’s latest update. Sebastian…
ASOS (LON:ASC) had first mover advantage in its online retail space, and it looks as though in share price terms we shall be treated to more of the same over coming months. It is usually the case that sharp broker target price hikes become the kiss of death for a stock, if not immediately, then…
Last week I was in New York, and by sheer chance I ended up right next to Trump’s golden palace (and of course the many thousands of indignant demonstrators objecting to his position as President-elect). I’d come across on the mighty Queen Mary II, as I find it easier to research new books on the…
