Image source: Getty Images It’s not so easy to save these days. With wages stagnant, taxes high and the cost of simply being alive in 2025 becoming more expensive, stashing away even small amounts of money for rainy day fun or passive income is maybe harder than it’s ever been. Some are doing it though and doing it handsomely. One source has revealed that the most active investors in the UK (as a group) are saving £529 each month. Kudos to those folks on finding half a grand from every pay cheque. But with that kind of savings rate, what…
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Image source: Getty Images Since September 2022, Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR.) shares have soared more than 1,300% in one of the most dramatic rallies in recent FTSE 100 history. Other than the odd hiccup — such as when US President Trump announced trade tariffs in April — the trajectory has been smooth. But after hitting a record high of 1,111.5p in mid-August, the shares took a dive and have struggled to climb back above that level. For a company used to breaking fresh ground almost every week, the sudden stall has raised eyebrows. Of course, a pause in momentum isn’t new.…
Image source: Getty Images The biggest mover in the FTSE 250 today (11 September) is Trainline (LSE:TRN). The stock rocketed 12% higher when the market opened. Although it has steadied since then, it’s still firmly in the black for the day. The FTSE 250 stock gave a trading update, which is the main catalyst for the move. Yet I noticed something in the report that has made me think this move could keep going. A solid financial update The business delivered a strong first half (the period ending in August), showing a 2% rise in total revenue while net ticket…
Communications TodayRare earth supply risks may delay Tata’s Semiconductor’s 2027 roll outDomestic conglomerate Tata Electronics plans to roll out its first semiconductor chip from its plant at Dholera, Gujarat, by mid-2027 but faces potential….29 minutes ago Source link
Image source: Britvic (copyright Evan Doherty) As a shareholder in JD Sports (LSE: JD), I like the long-term investment case for the retailer. One quick look at the JD Sports’ share price however, and it becomes obvious that not everybody shares my enthusiasm. It’s down by 33% over the past year alone. On a five-year timeframe, the JD Sports share price has fallen by 41%. What is going on – and could this potentially present a long-term opportunity? It’s made some investors nervous The fall can be attributed to various factors. A series of profit warnings last year and this…
Image source: Getty Images When it comes to penny stocks, there’s always that mix of excitement and danger. The rewards can be huge if an early bet pays off, but the risks are equally significant. Many such companies trade at low valuations for a reason — fragile balance sheets, inconsistent revenues or simply operating in highly competitive sectors. Still, I think there are moments when a penny stock deserves a closer look. This September I’ve been keeping tabs on two names that have made promising progress recently. Sure, they come with risks, but for investors seeking growth opportunities, I think…
The BP (LSE:BP.) share price has done well lately, but it’s difficult to predict its future direction. That’s because the group’s earnings are heavily dependent on the price of oil. During the four quarters to 30 June, 72.4% of the energy giant’s contracted revenue came from oil-based products. Over this period, the group reported a replacement cost profit before interest and tax (its preferred measure of earnings) of $13.3bn. BP reckons a $1 movement (up or down) in the price of a barrel of Brent crude will impact its profit by $340m. Energy price forecasts At the moment, oil’s changing…
The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) in Sharjah is participating in the 14th Metal and Steel Middle East exhibition, taking place from September 6 to 8, 2025… Source link
Image source: Getty Images Vodafone’s (LSE: VOD) share price is up 40% from its 9 April 12-month traded low of 62p. But I think it is heading a lot higher. I base this on the extremely high analysts’ consensus forecasts for Vodafone’s earnings growth. This is the engine of any firm’s share price gains over time. And in this case, the projections are for a stunning 54.1% increase every year to the end of fiscal 2028. It is essential to note here that a stock’s price and its value are different. Value reflects the fundamental worth of the underlying business,…
Image source: Getty Images Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust has chunky stakes in some of the world’s most important growth companies. In the FTSE 100 trust’s top 10 holdings are the world’s leading chip foundry (Taiwan Semi) and $4.3trn colossus Nvidia. Recently though, a new growth stock has broken into the 10 largest holdings after surging 150% since April. Let’s take a closer look at this high-flyer. The stock I’m talking about is Roblox (NYSE:RBLX). Parents of kids aged 7-14 will likely be familiar with the gaming firm. Or more specifically Robux, its digital currency that allows players to unlock features…