Defying the Odds: My Journey into Individual Stock Investing
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by Andrew
4d ago
Buying individual stocks is a terrible idea, and I’m doing it anyway! So, here’s the deal: conventional wisdom says that trying to pick individual stocks is a surefire way to lose your shirt. And you know what? For most people, that’s exactly how it goes. The data on fund managers consistently shows that they struggle to beat the market over the long haul. But guess what? I’m diving headfirst into the world of individual stock investing, and against all odds, it’s paying off. I’m not just talking about a lucky streak either—it’s been trending up since February 2023, and the momentum just keeps ..read more
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ONS House Price Index: Falls Now Weighing On The Market
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by Andrew
4M ago
The ONS House Price Index data shows the first annual house price falls since April 2012.  House price falls are beginning to are visible across the overall market, particularly in specific regions. The observed declines in certain areas suggest that the impact of falling house prices has become more pronounced in recent months. Regional disparities underscore the nuanced nature of the slowdown. While some regions, like Glasgow and Midlothian, are yet to experience falling house prices over a 12 month period. However, the data highlights substantial declines in other areas, which are pull ..read more
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Latest Official Data Shows That House Price Are Crashing
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by Andrew
4M ago
Land registry house prices sold data shows that house prices are falling faster than reported. Average house prices data for the month of September 2023, shows year-on-year house price falls of up to 15%. When factoring in property type, falls in some regions were as high as 35% down compared to September 2022. Recent reports from prominent house price indices suggest improvements in the year-on-year trends. This has generated a new sense of optimism for the UK housing market. However, an examination of raw data unveils an alternative reality of deepening house price falls. In this article, I ..read more
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Sold House Prices Map: You Need To Know Where House Prices Are Falling
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by Andrew
4M ago
Land Registry sold house prices data suggests a sharp decline in the average house prices across England and Wales. Utilizing information from HM Land Registry for Q3 2023 and Q3 2022, I’ve mapped the average house prices using publicly accessible sold data on the Land Registry website. It’s important to note that there’s a 6-9 month lag for completions to be reflected in the Land Registry data, providing an incomplete yet indicative view of year-on-year house price changes. The sold house prices data, encompassing total sales, overall averages, and percentage change in sales across various re ..read more
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Astonishing House Price Predictions For The Next 5 Years
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by Andrew
4M ago
House price predictions for the next 5 years are surprisingly optimistic. Recent headlines might create the impression of a surging housing market, with five-year forecasts projecting growth starting in 2024. While indications suggest minimal price declines in 2023 and 2024, the optimism warrants scrutiny. These developments come on the heels of Nationwide and Halifax HPIs reporting month-on-month price increases from September to October 2023, hinting that the speculated house price crash may have already subsided. Eye-catching headlines proclaim the end of house price falls, citing supply sh ..read more
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Astonishing House Price Predictions For The Next 5 Years
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by Andrew
4M ago
House price predictions for the next 5 years are surprisingly optimistic. Recent headlines might create the impression of a surging housing market, with five-year forecasts projecting growth starting in 2024. While indications suggest minimal price declines in 2023 and 2024, the optimism warrants scrutiny. These developments come on the heels of Nationwide and Halifax HPIs reporting month-on-month price increases from September to October 2023, hinting that the speculated house price crash may have already subsided. Eye-catching headlines proclaim the end of house price falls, citing supply sh ..read more
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The Truth About The October 2023 Nationwide House Price Index
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by Andrew
5M ago
The Nationwide House Price Index has reported that month-on-month house prices increased.  In the face of dire predictions of a housing market crash, the latest data for October comes as a surprise to many. In a twist that defies expectations, UK house prices saw a notable 0.9% monthly increase. This latest data suggests there the housing market no longer going to crash and that house prices are not falling but rising. The Nationwide HPI reported that the average UK house prices rose by 0.9% month on month in October. However, the Nationwide HPI needs to be carefully examined. Otherwise b ..read more
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Why A Complete Housing Price Crash In 2024 Is Now Inevitable
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by Andrew
5M ago
The housing price crash is only just beginning. Here’s why it’s about to get a whole lot worse. This is why house prices are crashing, and why the falls are about to get deeper. House prices may have only fallen 5% since last year, but the worst is yet to come. This article will explain why.  Based on data from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), over half a million fixed-rate mortgages are due to end in November, December, or January.  As interest rates have been steadily rising, homeowners transitioning to new mortgage deals will face significantly higher monthly payments compar ..read more
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Investors Should Look To The Economy Of India For Growth
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by Andrew
5M ago
Is the economy of India a good long term investment? The economy of India has had some impressive growth in the last few years, and this trend looks set to continue. Evidence suggests it will be one of the best performing markets for the next decade, and then some. This is not without some key risks you need to be aware of.  Did you know that back in 1-1000 AD, India accounted for almost 30% of global GDP? Sadly, by 1870, it had fallen to 12%, and by 1947 to 4%. However, India is bouncing back and over the past 10 years the global economy has grown by over 35%. India’s share of Global GDP ..read more
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High Growth India Funds With Enormous Investment Potential
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by Andrew
5M ago
India index and mutual funds offer high growth investment potential. This is because India’s economic outlook is promising, with the potential to ascend as the world’s second-largest economy by 2075. It’s often likened to China’s remarkable growth trajectory from 2007 to 2012. Leading financial institutions like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and the IMF share this optimism, recognizing India as the most compelling growth opportunity in Asia for the foreseeable future. Given this backdrop, I’ve curated a portfolio of high-growth India-focused investments with a track record of strong historical per ..read more
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