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My stock market commentary has appeared in outlets such as The Financial Times, BBC, Guardian, Forbes, Fortune and Yahoo! Finance.
Oil and Gas Back in Vogue for Retail Investors
2022
“Reliable profits and consistent dividends make for an attractive offering during periods of high inflation and a cost of living crunch, irrespective of an investor’s age.”
NatWest Profits and the Coming Interest Rate Rise
2022
“For a bank like NatWest, an interest rate rise is warmly welcomed news. It means the spread increases between the rate it’s borrowing at and what it’s charging for interest on customers’ loans.”
Primark Sales Rise but Shoppers Stay Cautious
2021
“For now, Primark’s proven it has staying power, but if it’s finally going to go digital, it needs to do it right. Otherwise, it’s going to find itself in an omnichannel no man’s land.”
Investors Could Be ‘Duped’ by Loose ESG Labels
2021
“Retail investors may feel duped. Investors trying to invest sustainably probably aren’t keen on supporting the companies with the biggest carbon footprints on the planet. The reality is, many accidentally are.”
Superdry Stock Plunges — Can Neymar Come to the Rescue?
2021
“Given that Covid-19 lockdowns will continue to impact sales in the short term, Superdry’s strategy to attract a younger demographic is imperative for its long-term survival.”
Next Beats Forecasts as Supply Chains Snarl
2021
“Herein lies its double-edged sword: the better Next does at selling the products its customers love, the messier things get.”