Image source: Getty Images Lloyds‘ (LSE: LLOY) share price is trading up around a level not seen since 20 August 2015. Some investors might see this rise as reason enough not to buy the shares at this price. Others may regard it as evidence of more bullish momentum to come and jump on the bandwagon. However, neither view is conducive to making big profits over time in my experience. This comprises several years as a very senior investment trader and salesman, and more as a private investor. I know that large, long-term returns can come from identifying the difference between…
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Image source: Getty Images The FTSE 100’s Barratt Redrow (LSE: BTRW) is down 33% from its 20 August 12-month traded high of £5.63. This puts Britain’s largest homebuilder close to the £3.62 level it hit on 15 July – a price not seen since October 2022. Such a slide could mean that the fundamental business is worth less than it was before. But it could mean there is a huge bargain to be had. I looked closer at the business and ran the key numbers to determine which one it is. Timing is everything The catalyst for the 15 July…
Image source: Getty Images Realty Income (NYSE:O) is a favourite stock among investors looking for passive income. And with a monthly dividend that’s increased quarterly for over 55 years, it’s easy to see why. Investors, however, need to be careful when it comes to this type of investment. While receiving cash distributions every month is nice, the numbers need to stack up over the long term… Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in future. The content in this article is provided for information purposes only. It is…
In a significant move toward environmental sustainability, Japan has expressed its commitment to help expand Cambodia’s carbon credit market. This collaboration was highlighted during a recent meeting between His Excellency Eang Sophallet, Minister of Environment, and representatives from Japanese technology firms and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) held on July 23, 2025.During the discussions, JAXA and its affiliate companies, including Green-Carbon, Sagri Co., Ltd., Faeger Co., Ltd., Nippon Koei, Archeda, Inc., GOMI Solutions Co., Ltd., and SpaceBlast, Inc., showcased their expertise in utilizing satellite imagery and data. They expressed strong interest in working alongside Cambodian authorities to further develop…
Image source: Getty Images UK investors are heavily focused on Rolls-Royce shares right now and it’s easy to see why. Over the last three years, this stock has delivered life-changing returns (it has turned £2k into £28k since October 2022). Looking ahead, however, City analysts see more potential in other UK stocks. Here’s a look at a FTSE 250 stock they believe will deliver much higher returns in the medium term. Is Rolls-Royce about to run out of steam? While Rolls-Royce shares clearly still have momentum at the moment (they’re up about 65% this year), analysts don’t see much potential…
Image source: Sam Robson, The Motley Fool UK NIO (NYSE: NIO) stock’s been on a wild ride since listing in 2018. It lost around 80% of its value within 12 months, before embarking on an epic 3,800%+ surge. Unfortunately for shareholders, this epic bull run ran out of steam. And from a peak of $62, NIO’s fallen all the way down to just under $5. The question now is, should I add this electric vehicle (EV) stock to my portfolio before the firm reports Q2 earnings in September? Innovation Let’s start with some things that I like about NIO when…
Image source: Getty Images The FTSE 100’s home to some of the biggest and most proven businesses in Britain. And with the majority offering a stable recurring dividend, many investors rely on the UK’s flagship index to generate a second income. But let’s say someone wants to leverage the stock market to quit their job and live off dividends? Just how big does their portfolio need to be to achieve this level of financial freedom? Let’s explore. Crunching the numbers The required portfolio size ultimately depends on the lifestyle someone wants to live. It goes without saying that being happy…
Image source: Getty Images ITV (LSE: ITV) stock’s risen around 10% since 23 July and is now trading near a 52-week high. Despite this, it remains 69% lower than a decade ago. So I’m wondering if I should add this value stock to my ISA. Better-than-expected H1 The recent share price pop came after the FTSE 250 broadcaster delivered its first-half results on 24 July. Revenue fell 3% year on year to £1.85bn, with total advertising revenue down 7%. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, and amortisation (EBITA) slumped 31%. At first glance, this may seem surprising. Why would the stock…
Donald Trump says he’s a king, but his Transportation Secretary is more like a child.That’s how one prominent Constitutional law expert described the U.S. DOT’s closing argument for why Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy can kill congestion pricing: It is an argument that a child would make.Duffy and the Federal Highway Administration are trying to nullify the agreement that authorized congestion pricing, in part, by claiming there is an unwritten rule allowing the federal agency to void a contract on a whim … even if said contract has no language allowing for that to happen.Obviously, the federal government regulates interstate travel,…
Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. NEW YORK — U.S. stocks capped another strong week with more records on Friday.The S&P 500 rose 0.4% to set an all-time high, the fifth time it did so this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 208 points, or 0.5%, and the Nasdaq composite added 0.2% to its own record set the day before.Shares of Deckers, the company behind Ugg boots and Hoka shoes, jumped 11.3% after reporting stronger profit and revenue for the spring than analysts expected. Its growth was particularly strong…