Poll and further reading: a final market temperature check for 23, free Investment Trusts eBook, Resurgent Cathie Woods and Barrons top ten stock tips for 24

As this is my last letter for 23, I thought I would test the mood of readers. Plus buybacks are declining, and watching US rents is crucial. And why UK PLC is cheap

Programming notes – as I’m sure you all have much better things to do over the festive break, there won’t be any letters starting Christmas Day, Monday 25^th December for a little over two weeks. I’ll restart with my favourite investment ideas on Wednesday 10^th January 2024.

And of course, festive greetings to you all especially for those who’ve generousl…