[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images I think passive income is great, because I don’t have to work for it. It just comes rolling in, even as I sleep. Take these two comments from acclaimed billionaires: 1. Legendary investor and philanthropist Warren Buffett, warned, “If you don’t find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die”. 2. American business tycoon JD Rockefeller quipped, “Do you know the only thing that gives me pleasure? It’s to see my dividends coming in”. The first quote — from my investment hero, the 95-year-old ‘Oracle of Omaha’ — has…
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[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Tesco (LSE:TSCO) shares were already on the march as we entered the New Year, gaining roughly 48% in the previous 18 months. Yet they’ve kept on going up this year, jumping another 21.5% to sit just under a 12-year high. This means anyone who invested £5,000 in the UK’s leading supermarket on 1 January would now have almost £6,100. On top of this, Tesco has paid two dividends — in June and November — which would have added almost £200 to the return. So the total value would be £6,275 (excluding any trading fees). Solid stuff.…
[ad_1] In both public and private markets, AI’s rise has been extraordinary: fewer than a dozen technology stocks now account for roughly 40% of the S&P 500, while AI-driven startups dominate venture inflows and valuations (see Figures 1 and 2). Assessing fund quality now means distinguishing not only among managers but also among emerging technologies at varying stages of maturity. The central challenge remains: How can investors separate a signal from noise, and identify real, lasting value in AI-focused venture portfolios? Figure 1 Figure 2 The following framework can help LPs and advisors cut through the noise and evaluate AI…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images I’m searching for the best growth shares to buy in 2026. And I think I’ve come up with some terrific ideas. Greatland Resources, Babcock International, Ibstock, and Allianz Technology Trust (LSE:ATT) are four top growth contenders that deserve serious consideration. With each of them also trading at rock-bottom prices, I think there’s scope for them to soar in value in the New Year. Want to know why? Read on. Gold-plated bargain Greatland Resources shares have surged in 2025, reflecting another strong year for gold. The business digs for the yellow metal (along with copper) from…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images As the year draws to a close, the Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR) share price is losing momentum. That’s hardly surprising given its recent crazy breakneck growth. Shares in the aircraft engine manufacturer have climbed an unbelievable 1,081% in the last three years. No other FTSE 100 stock can touch it. It’s basically turned itself from a basket case into the UK’s most exciting growth share. It’s still managed to grow 90% in the last 12 months. But is this as good as it gets? FTSE 100 star Rolls-Royce is no longer a recovery play. And it’s…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Buying UK shares is a brilliant way to build long-term wealth, and the earlier investors start the better. Many delay because they think a big lump sum is required, but in practice it isn’t. That’s an issue, because every delay is damaging. Missing out on two or three years right at the start can seriously set an investor back. Let’s say somebody starts investing £100 a month from age 25 and keeps going to age 65. If that pot grows at 7% a year, by age 65 it will stand at £256,331. If they delay…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images High-yielding stocks can be very attractive to income investors. However, dividend shares need to be treated carefully, as a high yield can sometimes be unsustainable. So when I spotted a stock offering 10.41%, I did some more research to see if it was the best in the index or something to avoid. No alarm bells on stock volatility I’m talking about Ashmore Group (LSE:ASHM). For those unfamiliar, it’s an asset manager specialising in emerging markets. This means it invests (and manages investments) in emerging market stocks and bonds. In terms of revenue, it charges management…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images While dividends are never guaranteed, with the right strategy it’s possible to generate a second income that supports a comfortable retirement. In fact, thanks to the enormous payouts UK shares often pay, retirees can realistically expect financial freedom by buying dividend stocks. This is comforting in an age when the future of the State Pension comes under increased scrutiny. Yet setting up a passive income portfolio takes some preparation and regular attention. Want to know how to get started? Falling yields Dividend yields on FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares have historically ranged between 3%…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust (LSE:SMT) is a FTSE 100 favourite among retail investors, including some writers here at The Motley Fool. That’s partly because it offers exposure to growth companies that aren’t listed on public markets. Importantly, these aren’t start-ups in dimly lit garages. Scottish Mortgage has chunky, long-held stakes in some of the world’s most ground-breaking unlisted firms. For example, payments infrastructure provider Stripe processed roughly $1.4trn in total payment volume last year. That was equivalent to about 1.3% of global GDP! Meanwhile, TikTok owner ByteDance surpassed Facebook and Instagram parent Meta in global…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Penny stock Made Tech (LSE: MTEC) is having a great day today (Wednesday 10 December). As I write this, it’s up more than 25%. Analysts reckon it can climb much higher though. Currently, the average 12-month price target is well above the current share price. Strong half-year trading update The reason the stock is up today is that the company – which helps government organisations and regulated industries with digital transformation – just put out an impressive trading update. For the six-month period ended 30 November, performance was significantly ahead of expectations. Revenue for the…