Image source: Getty Images Like many who squirrel away money in a Stocks and Shares ISA, my long-term goal is a second income. The cash I’m putting away is slowly snowballing through a portfolio of what I believe to be excellent companies. One day I will shift towards withdrawing from the account (all tax-free of course). If I can target something like £2,000 a month, then it opens up a window of opportunity. That might be the funds I need for early retirement. It could be a decent chunk of change for a rainy day. On a pessimistic note, I…
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Image source: Getty Images The FTSE 250‘s filled with a vast range of exciting businesses. And right now, there are two stocks at the top of experts’ lists of ‘best stocks to buy’. So what are these shares? And should investors be rushing to buy them right now? 1. Branded merch First up is Peel Hunt‘s top pick of 4imprint Group (LSE:FOUR). The marketing enterprise makes and sells customised company-branded merchandise such as apparel, bags, stationery, as well as promotional displays. While certainly not an essential expense, companies are keen to get their brands out there, especially during events like…
Image source: Getty Images FTSE 100 pharmaceutical titan AstraZeneca (LSE: AZN) surged past its previous 3 September 2024 high on 11 November. This came after the release of its Q3 2025 results and made it the largest UK-listed stock by market value. After such a rise, many investors have been left asking whether there can be any room for further gains. So, is there? Were the results that good? Q3 revenue jumped 12% year on year to $15.19bn (£11.59bn) – ahead of analysts’ expectations of $14.79bn. Core earnings per share (EPS) were up 14% to $2.38 – also outstripping forecasts…
Image source: Getty Images BT’s (LSE: BT.A) share price edged lower following its 6 November H1 fiscal year 2025/26 results. It is currently 21% down from its 25 July one-year trade high of £2.23. However, the price drop does not mean the stock has automatically become a bargain now. But nor does it signal that the telecoms giant is fundamentally worth less than it was before. The answer to whether BT stock is a bargain lies in what the business’s true value is. So, what is it? Looking for value One way of looking at this is to compare a…
Image source: Getty Images I was sitting in the pub the other evening, when our friends decided to quiz me on what US or UK stocks they should be buying. I’m always incredibly hesitant to provide anything that might be construed as an investment recommendation — not just because the rules around financial advice are strict. But one thing struck me, so many people pick stocks depending on whether they think the company’s going to do well or whether they like the products or services they provide. This can be part of the equation, but on it’s own this doesn’t…
This week, we’re joined by Cortni Desir, the executive program manager for public transportation at the Connecticut Department of Transportation. We discuss Desir’s international career, bus infrastructure, rider experience, homelessness and transit, and the importance of curiosity in public service. We recorded this episode at the annual Mpact Transit + Community conference in Portland, Oregon. As longtime listeners know, Talking Headways offers three methods of consumption. The first option is audio — you can used the embedded player below or subscribe to the podcast in your favorite podcasting app:The second option is a full transcript generated by AI — so…
Image source: The Motley Fool Warren Buffett will soon be stepping down as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway. The changing of the guard means there will be no more missives from the American billionaire investor to the company’s shareholders. Although I don’t have a position in the investment vehicle, I will miss his pithy comments and interesting insights. The tone of his final letter is reflective. Buffett says that in his 2019-2023 correspondence, he has used the words “mistake” and “error” on 16 separate occasions. He notes that most other companies haven’t used either during this period. But this is…
Image source: Getty Images Investors who want to buy stocks should hope prices go lower, but that’s easier said than done. It’s never fun seeing something you bought last week trading at a 20% discount. The key to success in the stock market, though, is finding ways to be able to buy shares when prices are cheap. And this is more about mindset than technical knowledge or expertise. Trading and investing In the stock market, there’s an important difference between trading and investing. Traders look to make money by buying shares at one price and selling them at a higher…
Image source: Getty Images Discovering which shares others are buying and selling can offer valuable insights for investors. They can illustrate trends and generate ideas, helping you spot opportunities or risks early on. With this in mind, I’ve recently been checking out the most bought FTSE 100 stocks among Hargreaves Lansdown investors. On the Top 10 list were Lloyds (LSE:LLOY), BP (LSE:BP.) and International Consolidated Airlines (or IAG) (LSE:IAG). But these are three shares I’ll be avoiding at all costs. Here’s why. Lloyds Lloyds makes almost all of its earnings from the UK. So with the domestic economy continuing to…
Image source: Getty Images Compared to S&P 500 tech giants, FTSE shares have historically delivered rather underwhelming returns. Yet there have always been some exceptions. And with numerous institutional forecasts projecting the flagship US index could experience a slowdown in 2026, the next 12 months could be an exciting time for UK stocks. In fact, analyst teams across London have been actively assessing the current market climate, searching for businesses with the potential to beat US stocks over the next year. And they might have just stumbled on two potentially massive winners. Let’s explore. 48%+ potential returns Most leading investment…