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What to do as Dr Copper turns bearish

By David Stevenson, 28 May 2012

The price of copper can reveal where the global economy is heading next, says David Stevenson. Here he looks at what 'the smartest metal in the world' is saying now, and where that leaves you as an investor.

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    By Merryn Somerset Webb, 25 May 2012

    Investors often believe that the riskier the stock, the better your returns will be. But the truth is rather different, says Merryn Somerset Webb. Here she explains why, and picks three of the best low-risk stocks to buy now.

  • Should you follow Warren Buffett into newspapers?

    By Matthew Partridge, 28 May 2012

    Warren Buffett surprised many people recently when he bought a US newspaper group. Matthew Partridge looks at whether you should follow suit, and picks two stocks for the adventurous investor.

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