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What's gone wrong at Disney? Looking at the story behind a listing share price as problems in streaming, linear TV and cinema rack up.

Find out about a fund with smart approach to investing in global stocks and a change of management at popular investment trust Mid Wynd International.

The digital magazine explores the UK market's ascent towards top spot in the European rankings as well as a possible break up of Amazon.

The latest Shares also examines the blow facing anyone who wants to invest in ARM and busts seven pension myths. Plus, articles on PepsiCo, Wetherspoons, Greggs and why a choice enjoyed by millions of investors could disappear.

Feature

What’s gone wrong at Disney? Its magic touch has been lost across streaming, cinema, TV and theme parks

Disney is a complex business, and its investment case splits opinion

Great Ideas

Why now is great time to buy exposure to biotechnology

The sector trades at a big discount to the wider market

Feature

Can I buy ARM shares now the company is listed in New York?

The nature of the firm’s US listing means it cannot be held in ISAs

News

Federal Trade Commission lawsuit could be the first step in an Amazon break up

Landmark competition challenge could offer eventual investment opportunity

Great Ideas

Succession fears are overblown at Kainos: pick up the shares now

Unsettled spell for the stock offers an enticing entry point for investors

News

Soft drink and snack giant PepsiCo’s earnings have surprised positively twice this year

However, the share price has fallen as the firm faces political headwinds

Funds

This fund has a smart way to find good value stocks globally

Artemis SmartGarp Global’s manager says the UK, China and Japan offer the best opportunities

News

Greggs experiences some growing pains but there is no cause for alarm

This year’s store roll-out target has been pared back but trading remains strong

News

The UK stock market is almost back on top in the European rankings

A strong run in September and weakness in France could restore its crown

News

Why Digital 9 Infrastructure’s shares are down 60% over one year

Dividend suspension and syndication delay trigger fresh sell-off at struggling internet infrastructure investor

News

Future shares jump 20% as publisher paints improved full-year picture

The company has been hit by tough a macroeconomic environment and advertising downturn

News

Could a wet summer derail recovery at Wetherspoons?

Strong share price gains means pubs group is under pressure to deliver

Investment Trusts

What a change of management means for investors in popular trust Mid Wynd

Incoming Lazard duo look for the highest quality global firms

Russ Mould

Is the buyback boom a help or hindrance for stock markets?

Companies on both sides of the Atlantic have proved very keen to purchase their own shares

Editor's View

How investors might be disadvantaged as paper share certificates are phased out

There is a danger that a choice popular with millions of shareholders will disappear

Great Ideas

Cut losses on XP Power after profit warning and suspension of dividends

The company is in discussions with lenders to flex its debt covenants

Ask Tom

What is the best type of pension scheme to be in?

Our resident expert runs the rule over the main options

Feature

What next for UK wind? We go on site at a big new onshore development

Backed by Octopus Renewable Infrastructure Trust, the Cumberhead wind farm has capacity of 50 megawatts

Personal Finance

Seven big pension myths busted

Covering everything from who can contribute and when, up to what happens when you die