FEATURES
Daniel Liberto spells out the risks involved when chasing a megatrend and explains smarter ways for investors to make money from the strategy
Private Investor’s Diary: My formula for success
John Rosier reviews the recent strong performance of his portfolio and explains how he plans to drive performance in 2018
SEVEN DAYS
Our take on the biggest business stories of the week
NEWS
Provident fighting multiple fires
GKN shareholders await further approaches
Merck silences doubters with cancer breakthrough
News Spotlight: Troubling times for Marks & Spencer
Economic Outlook: Unsustainable growth, Next week’s economics
COMMENT
The Editor – Blurred lines
Simon Thompson – Exceeding expectations
Chris Dillow – Why has the FTSE risen?, Gold as insurance, Don’t pay attention
Mr Bearbull – Value’s hiding place
The Trader – How would you like your steak done?
Further Reading – Melt-ups, meltdowns and capitulation
MONEY
Tax benefits of giving to charity
Portfolio Clinic – Manage the impact of exchange-rate risk with your asset allocation
TIPS
Buy GVC ahead of Ladbrokes deal
Liontrust offers growth at a discount
Kainos reaps the rewards of digital government
Bag dividend growth with Perpetual Income and Growth IT
Tips Updates
FUNDS
Infrastructure ITs implement Carillion contingency plans
The Interview – Private equity makes a surprising alternative
SHARES
Taking Stock – Take a look at banks in 2018 for income
Sector Focus – Advertising’s new era
Stock Screen – Great Expectations for 2018
Results
WEEK AHEAD
DIRECTORS DEALINGS