If investors are looking at the Diversified Bonds fund category, PIMCO Income Institutional (PIMIX) could be a potential option. PIMIX carries a Zacks Mutual Fund Rank of 1 (Strong Buy), which is based on various forecasting factors like size, cost, and past performance. The world of Diversified Bonds funds is an area filled with options, such as PIMIX. Investors looking for exposure to a variety of fixed income types that stretch across issuers, maturities, and credit levels will find a good fit with Diversified Bonds funds. Typically, these funds have a solid amount of exposure to government debt, as well…
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Image source: Getty Images Given the complex economic backdrop (low economic growth, high interest rates, rising costs), UK housebuilder shares haven’t been great investments. The share price of Taylor Wimpey (LSE: TW.), for example, is down about 17% this year. Could these stocks offer better returns in the future? Let’s take a look at City analysts’ share price and dividend forecasts for Taylor Wimpey, Persimmon (LSE: PSN), and Berkeley Group (LSE: BKG) shares to see what the experts think. Taylor Wimpey Shares in national housebuilder Taylor Wimpey currently trade for 101p. That’s about 15% lower than the level they were…
Image source: Getty Images Even as UK shares reach new record highs in 2025, there are still plenty of cheap stocks to choose from. And in some instances, many are offering a chunky-looking dividend yield. Perhaps a perfect example of this would be B&M European Value Retail (LSE:BME). The value supermarket chain has had a few stumbles of late. As a result, the stock’s dropped close to 50% over the last 12 months. While unpleasant for existing shareholders, this downward momentum has dragged the price-to-earnings ratio down to a dirt cheap 6.8. And at the same time, it elevated its…
Image source: Getty Images Diageo (LSE:DGE) shares are up 10% since the firm released its full-year earnings on Monday (4 August). I own shares in the FTSE 100 drinks company and I thought the results were… fine. Importantly though, both the firm’s results and its forward guidance were ahead of analyst expectations. And a lot of the time, this is what makes share prices move in the short term. The results In the 12 months leading up to 30 June, Diageo reported organic sales growth of 1.7%, while earnings per share fell 0.7% due to increased investments in facilities. Neither of…
Image source: The Motley Fool Billionaire investor Warren Buffett has shared a lot of wisdom throughout his successful career. However, one gem to come off his desk is the Buffett Indicator – a simple comparison of the US stock market’s total value divided by US GDP. As Buffett puts it, the indicator is “probably the best single measure of where valuations stand at any given moment”. And for value investors, knowing when the stock market is overpriced is a powerful advantage, even when relying only on index funds. However, looking at the Buffett Indicator today might cause some concern. US…
Earning £10,000 a month in passive income is a financial milestone that many UK investors aspire to. Whether it’s to fund an early retirement, achieve financial independence, or simply provide peace of mind, reaching this level of income is possible. However, it requires careful planning and a well executed strategy. And, of course, it makes sense to do this through a tax-efficient Stocks and Shares ISA. With its exemption from income and capital gains tax, the ISA’s a powerful tool for UK investors. But generating £120,000 a year in passive income from an ISA alone is a tall order. To…
Image source: Getty Images Even as UK shares reach record highs, there are still plenty of juicy dividend yields to capitalise on. And some have started venturing closer to double-digit territory. Investing in high-yield stocks requires vigilance. After all, not every chunky payout’s sustainable. And investing in a business that’s later forced to cut dividends seldom ends well. With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at an unloved FTSE 250 firm – Man Group (LSE:EMG) with its 7.6% dividend income offer. Investigating the yield Over the last 12 months, the shares of this asset management firm haven’t been…
As the threat of tariffs once again looms large over the bike industry, one company is betting on used e-bikes to keep America in the saddle and introduce new riders to the revolutionary mode. Billed as “the Carvana of e-bikes,” the French-founded second-hand e-bike platform Upway has been making big moves into the U.S. market lately, opening an L.A. companion to its Brooklyn warehouse this spring where locals can test-ride a range of gently-loved electric cycles that have been refurbished and certified safe right there on-site.The company’s real ambition, though, is to ship those bikes to communities across the continental…
Image source: Getty Images Global stock markets have had a good run since April. As a result, a lot of growth stocks now look fully valued. There’s still value to be found in this area of the market however, if we peak beneath the surface. Here’s a look at a UK growth stock that City analysts believe could turn £2k into more than £3k over the next 12 months, or so. An under-the-radar FTSE 250 stock The stock I’m going to zoom in on today is Gamma Communications (LSE: GAMA). It’s a provider of tech-focused business communication solutions that operates…
Image source: Getty Images For my money, the best way to source a long-term second income is to invest in dividend-paying assets. I own a variety of stocks, investment trusts and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that have a history of paying a large and growing income over time. Here are two that have caught my attention this month. I’ll consider adding them to my Stocks and Shares ISA when I next have spare cash to invest. Growth and income potential At 11%, Henderson Far East Income (LSE:HFEL) has one of the highest forward dividend yields on the London stock market. This…