Investment strategies

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Making money requires planning - knowing how much you want to make and by when. But once you know your goal, there are a wide range of tools and investment strategies to help you get there.

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Use fear to drive your investment decisions

(04 November 09)

There are only two forces that move markets: fear and greed. And one 'fear index' is an excellent signal of market direction, says Karim Rahemtulla. Here's how it can guide your investment decisions.

How to measure the value of your investment decisions

(30 October 09)– Subscriber only Secure padlock

In calculating the 'economic value added' (EVA) of your investment decisions, you can identify those companies which create value from those which destroy it. Tim Bennett reveals what EVA is, how well it works - and where to find the companies that offer the best EVA.

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How to stop your mind hobbling your judgement

(29 October 09)

Your brain's tendency to focus upon only the most recent information can be disastrous for your investment decisions, says Cris Sholto Heaton. Here's how to get around it.