[ad_1] Crushed iron ore. Image: Graphic Resources/stock.adobe.com The Federal Government is set to invest $750 million to drive the development of new low-emissions technology to ensure the future of Australian metals. The funding, part of the $1.7 billion Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund, will support pilot and demonstration projects to lower emissions, improve productivity and modernise plant and equipment. The initiative aims to unlock commercial-scale production of green metals using Australian ores and renewable resources, expanding trade opportunities and job creation. The hope is that, with Australia already prized in aluminium, iron ore and steel, the funding will add…
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[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images The Phoenix Group Holdings (LSE: PHNX) share price has jumped 7.54% as I write this morning (17 March), and I couldn’t be happier. I bought the stock 18 months ago, and while I’ve enjoyed handsome dividends since then, share price growth had been elusive. Until today. Phoenix shares are suddenly flying and for me, this underscores the appeal of buying high-yield FTSE 100 dividend stocks when they’re out of favour. Not only do I receive a substantial income but there’s also potential for share price recovery. A strong set of FTSE 100 results Phoenix Group’s…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Last week, the S&P 500 entered correction territory. Even though the FTSE 100 has held up reasonably well by comparison, there are concerns that the worst isn’t over and that a larger crash is coming. Even though no one can predict this outcome, if it does happen, it could provide an opportunity when it comes to passive income potential. Here’s what I mean. How a crash boosts yields A stock market crash doesn’t have to fall a set percentage to be characterised as such. I usually say a correction is a drop of 10% in…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Greggs (LSE: GRG) shares have been a big winner in recent years, as the board pursued an ambitious and successful expansion strategy. The bakery chain has become a fixture on our high streets, in shopping centres, railway stations and even airports. As Britons seek affordable treats in tough times, Greggs has filled its boots. Then last autumn, growth slowed as the wider economy ground to a halt. Although sales are still rising, the pace has slowed. The company set itself a high benchmark and has struggled to meet it. Can this FTSE 250 stock bite…
[ad_1] A sign advertising a storewide sale is displayed in a window at a Forever 21 store that is preparing to close on Feb. 20, 2025 in San Francisco, California.Justin Sullivan | Getty ImagesFast-fashion retailer Forever 21’s U.S. operating company on Sunday filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy for the second time in six years, hamstrung by dwindling mall traffic and mounting competition from online retailers.The move likely means liquidation for the company, which was unable to find a buyer for its roughly 350 U.S. stores. Its trademark and intellectual property – still held by an entity called Authentic Brands Group…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images To say that housebuilder Persimmon‘s (LSE: PSN) share price has been in the doldrums for a while now is putting it mildly. In fact, it’s down 42% in five years. While I’ve been fortunate enough to invest during — rather than before — this downturn, I’m still to see any kind of real return. So, why am I considering adding to my position? Let me explain. Profit beat! Like many holders, I welcomed last week’s full-year numbers from the York-based business with open arms. And this wasn’t just because they helped to distract my attention…
[ad_1] By law, the U.S. Federal Reserve has two primary mandates. First, it aims to keep the Consumer Price Index (CPI) measure of inflation rising at a rate of around 2% per year. Second, it aims to keep the economy operating at full employment, although it doesn’t have an official target for the unemployment rate. The Fed adjusts the federal funds rate (overnight interest rates) to influence economic activity when the CPI and unemployment rate deviate too far from where they should be. In 2022, the central bank ratcheted up the federal funds rate to a two-decade high to combat…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images The Barclays (LSE:BARC) share price has outperformed many of its FTSE 100 peers over the past 12 months. It’s up 63% in that time. This rally reflects a mix of strategic execution, macroeconomic support, and investor optimism around CEO CS Venkatakrishnan’s restructuring plan. However, recent volatility — including a 5% drop post-earnings in February 2025 — highlights lingering risks tied to economic uncertainty and shifting market sentiment. Strategic shifts and rebalancing The bank’s turnaround hinges on its risk-weighted asset (RWA) reallocation strategy, announced in early 2024. Barclays aims to shift £30bn of capital from its historically dominant investment…
[ad_1] SHANGHAI, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Singapore Treasure Carbon Tech Pte. Ltd. (SGTC) and CHCC Capital (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. have jointly launched a fund that will invest in international carbon credit assets compliant with Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. The fund aims to establish a transparent, high-impact, and scalable carbon finance ecosystem, enabling enterprises to invest in high-quality carbon credits while generating measurable environmental and social benefits. It is expected to support the development of carbon markets in Singapore and across Asia, accelerating the global decarbonization process. A Fund Aligned with Global Climate MechanismsAs the 2030 milestone for…
[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Generating a second income from FTSE 100 shares is a great way to build financial security in retirement. Even better, using a Stocks and Shares ISA ensures that both the passive income and any capital growth from rising share values are tax-free for life. Many don’t realise just how effective this strategy can be, so let’s crunch the numbers. FTSE 100 dividends roll up over time Aiming for a monthly second income of £499 means targeting an annual income of £5,988. The amount of capital required depends on the portfolio’s average dividend yield. Please note…