Iran's economy has been hit hard by U.S. and European oil and financial sanctions over its nuclear activities, while another round of sanctions targeted the crude sales that make up about half of Tehran's revenue.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

From international stocks to sector plays and investments with attractive yields, this round-up of investment guru advice can help you develop successful strategies for the second half of 2009--even if all of these gurus are not in complete agreement.

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With the exception of a 15-minute period coming up to the end of the first half, I felt Monaghan were the much better team all round.

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