Latest articles by Max King
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The nobbling of Britain’s nuclear energy sector
The UK once led the world in atomic power, but now it’s a has-been. The malaise is due to the left’s opposition to the sector and decisions taken by the Blair government.
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Alliance Trust: is this global fund worth investing in?
Alliance Trust was the best performer in its sector in 2023 and remains a promising pick.
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Three iconic brands that lost their shine
Many famous brands have lasted for decades, but history shows that they can suddenly fade away.
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Max King’s 2023 review and 2024 outlook
Max King reviews his “outrageous predictions” for 2023 and his outlook for 2024.
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The best infrastructure funds to shelter your income from inflation
The infrastructure sector’s trusts have fallen out of favour, but the tide will turn. Now is the time to buy, says Max King.
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Eight small-cap trusts to bet on
Funds investing in market minnows are out of favour, but the cycle will turn. Here are the best bets.
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The bond bust bodes well for equities
Rising yields on government debt herald the end of the free-money era and good news for investors.
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Ashoka: A new, but reliable, trust you can count on
Our investment columnist, Max King, says tough times breed investment trusts like Ashoka, that you can trust.
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The Mid Wynd Trust's recipe for success
Max King takes a closer look at Mid Wynd following the investment trust’s decision to change its investment manager earlier this year.
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Profit from private education
Max King looks at a way to profit from the rise of private education.
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Gilts look attractive, but trusts have more income growth potential
Yields on gilts have reached levels not seen for 16 years, but with real yields still negative, investors should look to trusts instead.
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5 investment trusts to buy for exposure to Europe's leading companies
European stocks have outperformed. These are the 5 trusts to buy to benefit, says Max King.
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This fund will benefit from rising interest rates
Financial stocks have underperformed but the sector might be in for an upswing, says Max King. Buy this trust to benefit.
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Don’t overlook this high yield fund
This discounted trust has a very high yield – so why are investors overlooking it?
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Abrdn puts its house in order
Wide discounts are encouraging many underperforming investment trusts to merge or wind up
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Trapped in a time of zombie government
It’s not just companies that are eking out an existence, says Max King. The state is in the twilight zone too.
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Happy days are here again for equity investors
Ignore the doom-mongers, says Max King. The global bull market began in October 2022, and there is ample scope for further gains. Is your portfolio poised to profit?
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A discounted trust with a 5% yield
Investors in this investment trust will get paid to wait while demand for the sector returns.
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5 emerging market investment trusts to buy
Max King takes a look at five specialist emerging market investment trusts that offer exposure to fast-growing markets.
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10 private equity trusts to buy
Private equity should be a core component of any portfolio, says Max King. Here are the sector’s top trusts.
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Should you buy this mining trust?
BlackRock World Mining Trust is trading at a discount to net asset value – but is now the right time to buy?
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Recession delayed, not avoided
Stubborn inflation presages trouble for the UK, says Max King. Luckily for investors, the global outlook is healthier.
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US small caps are cheap - here's how to invest
Small-cap stocks are cheap in North America, and there are two top-performing investment trusts investors can buy to profit writes Max King.
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The outlook for stocks is improving
This is the best of times for investors, says Max King. Global risks are receding, but few have noticed.
