The BP (LSE:BP.) share price has recovered strongly since President Trump upset the world’s stock markets in April with his announcements on tariffs. However, although up a third since its 12-month low, the stock’s now changing hands for the same price as it was in August 2024. And this topsy-turvy performance is a reminder of one of the major risks associated with oil and gas shares. Because of the unpredictable nature of energy prices, nobody can tell with any certainty what’s going to happen next. Of course, this is true of any share. After all, it’s impossible to see into…
Author: user
Image source: Getty Images Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track the FTSE 100 and S&P 500 remain firm favourites with UK investors. It’s easy to see why, as both indexes have been performing nicely over the past couple of years. However, for growth investors wanting something a bit more niche, I think these three ETFs are worth a gander. Digitilisation Up first is the iShares Digitalisation ETF (LSE:DGTL). This holds 206 stocks that are generating significant revenues but still have growth potential due to the “increasing prevalence and application of digital services”. What I like here is that the ETF isn’t…
Image source: Getty Images Sometimes market sentiment towards a stock just seems wrong, and I think that when I look at the Diageo (LSE: DGE) share price. I reckon this is a company with a solid defensive moat and it deserves a premium rating. But with a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 16.5, it hasn’t really got one. And what edge it might have would be lost if forecasts are right and it drops to 14.3 by 2027. What’s so good about it? Having a good time? Think celebrate, think Johnny Walker, think Smirnoff, think Guinness… think Diageo. Feeling down?…
Prime Minister of CanadaCanada announces new partnership with Germany on critical minerals and energyToday, in Berlin, Canada and Germany signed a Joint Declaration of Intent to deepen co-operation to secure critical mineral supply chains,….4 days ago Source link
Image source: Getty Images For investors seeking to build long-term passive income, I think considering buying cash-cow dividend shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA is up there with the best ideas ever. The key is to reinvest the annual dividend cash and let the magic of compounding grow the total year after year. And putting it in an ISA means we can invest up to £20,000 each year and not pay a in penny tax when we finally take it out — no matter how much we accumulate. Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of…
Image source: Getty Images A second income stream is always a good thing to have. Especially if it’s a passive income, when you don’t actually have to work for it. Sounds too good to be true? Ordinary people can achieve it, for example, by investing in a portfolio of FTSE 100 shares. UK blue-chip stocks don’t just offer growth when their share prices rise, most of them pay regular dividends to shareholders as well. FTSE 100 dividend dream These dividends can be taken as income right away, although most people reinvest them back into their portfolio while of working age,…
Editor’s note: a version of this article originally appeared on The Transit Guy and is republished with permission. I’ve gotten plenty wrong over my years as a transit advocates, especially when it comes to how I talk about transit and what I assume about people’s choices. Some lessons came the hard way (and yes, my reply guys are always quick to remind me). Others came slowly, as I realized my own assumptions didn’t match reality.These are some of my lessons, my mistakes, not a critique of anyone else’s work. But if they sound familiar, maybe you’ve made them too.“People choose…
Image source: Getty Images Taylor Wimpey (LSE:TW) shares are set to leave the FTSE 100 this month. After falling 18% since the start of the year, it’s set to be replaced by UK stock market newcomer Metlen Energy & Metals. As the stock drops into the FTSE 250, I expect some selling from funds that look to track the FTSE 100. I don’t normally take notice of this, but this time I do actually quite like the stock… FTSE 100 vs FTSE 250 The official date for reassessing the composition of the FTSE 100 is after the market close tomorrow…
Crux InvestorSharp Surge in Praseodymium-Neodymium Prices Signals Deepening Scarcity Premium in Rare Earth Supply ChainsNdPr prices surge 14% weekly, up 40% YTD as China export controls tighten supply. Western govt investment accelerates rare earth supply chain….6 hours ago Source link
Image source: Getty Images I don’t know if we’ll see a stock market crash this autumn, but given all the speculation lately, it wouldn’t come out of the blue. There’s plenty of chatter about US shares being overvalued, the inflationary impact of tariffs, and artificial intelligence (AI) being in a bubble. If these weigh on Wall Street, the FTSE 100 will no doubt take a hit too. That’s often the way it goes. The UK’s blue-chip index has had a good run lately, and nothing rises in a straight line forever. Whatever happens, I’m ready. I’ve got some cash in…