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CITY WHISPERS: Bill Ackman's cerulean eyes charm 'Woodstock' crowd at Berkshire Hathaway
It seems that the crowd were thanking Ackman for his stand on various fronts, including his pro-Israel stance.
FTSE 100 hits an all-time high - but remember the stock market adage of 'sell in May and go away' says HAMISH MCARE
It was another cracker of a week. The FTSE 100 rose to another all-time high. The Bank signalled a rate cut on the horizon. And growth in the first quarter. What's going on?
JOHCM UK EQUITY INCOME FUND: Rate cuts... and a spending boost that will turbo-charge retail giants
Joint manager Clive Beagles says an intoxicating mix of factors bodes well for UK equities.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: Wind is turning in Octopus Renewables Investment Trust's favour
The shares are very much worth holding on to, with the dividend ensuring that you are being paid to wait for better times.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Why it soon won't be hip to give the cold shoulder to Smith & Nephew
S&N is far from perfect - but, overlooking the issues, the company is cheap and worth buying for short-term upside.
How these four private equity trusts could help you cash in on... The STARS of TOMORROW
More companies are opting not to list their shares on a stock market, but to find 'equity' or finance from banks and other sources, like private equity funds.
Why the US Presidential Election will not derail the long-term appeal of US assets
Over the long term, given the diversity of sectors and the depth of innovation on offer, we believe the US is a market not to be ignored. Not even the imminent election should dim its long-term a...
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Light Science Technologies sales flourish
Light Science Technologies had plenty to celebrate this week.
Bank of England paves way for Britain to cut interest rates before the US
The Bank of England yesterday left interest rates on hold at 5.25% but strongly hinted at a cut this summer - possibly as soon as next month.
Why we need more than a British Isa to move the dial on UK smaller companies
Supportive measures to boost share ownership and IPOs could add some much-needed oil to the machine.
I want to invest £600 a year for my new baby - what is the best way?
My partner and I are expecting are first child on the 31st of July. I would like to put some money away for them at birth and then yearly until they are 18.
Don't ditch name and shame plan - it has the City running scared, says ALEX BRUMMER
Independent regulation has not been an unalloyed success as users of the sewage-tainted water utilities and get-rich-quick energy firms could testify.
Millions kept in the dark over City watchdog's mystery probe: FCA defends name and shame plan
FCA chief exec Nikhil Rathi (pictured), revealed the probe was underway as he defended his controversial proposals to lift the veil of secrecy.
Investors pull cash out of UK equity funds for the 35th consecutive month despite fresh FTSE 100 highs
Outflows from UK-focused equity funds totalled £665m last month, taking the total amount of capital withdrawn to £21.3bn during thirty-five consecutive months of selling, Calastone says.
Where early bird Isa investors put their cash: The top 10 buys revealed
The DIY investing platform says there was a 10% increase in the number of its early birds this year, and a 31% jump in those who immediately maxed out their whole £20,000 annual Isa allowance.
My Isa has £24,000 in shares, trusts and ETFs - what's the cheapest investment platform?
What would be the best investment platform for me in terms of the cost of holding investments and buying and selling?
FIDELITY SPECIAL VALUES: Best of British... fund that seeks to steal America's Big Tech glory
The trust has a 100-strong portfolio with companies ranging in market size from £100 million to £100 billion-plus.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: GlobalData proves worldwide knowledge
GlobalData shares have risen by 26 per cent in 15 months but, at £2.08, the price should continue to increase. That makes this stock attractive for new and existing investors.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Premium income doubles and profits rise eight-fold as insurer Lancashire has disaster covered
Lancashire specialises in complex underwriting - providing cover against disasters from storms and earthquakes to oil spills and plane crashes.
ODYSSEAN INVESTMENT TRUST: Newcomer's knack for seeing unloved gems turn into polished diamonds
The managers are stock pickers who back their judgment. If they like a stock, they build a big position. As a result, the trust has only 16 holdings.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: Cohort is reaping the benefits of a changing world
Reading-based Cohort specialises in high-tech systems and software that help to keep countries and their armed forces safe.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Spectra Systems helps combat fake stamps and banknotes
Spectra's technology is known as the last line of defence against those intent on defrauding countries, companies and consumers. At £2.17, the shares are a buy.
Hargreaves Lansdown will refund £100 in share dealing fees to customers - is it a deal worth taking?
Hargreaves Lansdown* has launched the £100 refund for new and existing customers.
How YOU can cash in on the stock market 'feeding frenzy': These ten UK companies are ripe for a takeover bid
They have been described as sitting ducks: UK-listed companies that really ought to be more highly valued and are therefore ripe for being picked off by cash-rich foreign predators.
Spruce up your portfolio: Three Great British brands that could benefit from DIY boom
Investors looking to buff up their portfolios will be interested to learn that the reluctance to commit money to large and small projects could be ending.
Investors are pulling money out of UK funds on a worrying scale, says RUTH SUNDERLAND
March was the 32nd month in a row where there were net withdrawals from UK equity funds by British private investors, according to the Investment Association.
London's Alternative Investment Market sees liquidity plunge as investors turn to the US
Companies on the AIM have suffered a 15.4% fall in the average value of the daily trading of their shares, underscoring wider concerns about the UK stock market.
CITY WHISPERS: Are Darktrace's big shareholders prepared to back £4.2bn takeover?
Founding investor Mike Lynch has yet to comment. And it is also tough to work out the position of the Darktrace Employee Benefit Trust.
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about primary li... - the stock market where a company's shares first went public
It is also possible to have a secondary listing on another market. This strategy gives a company access to a greater pool of capital.
Investors fall out of love with finfluencers as more head for traditional financial advice
The influence of these social media figures has waned since the pandemic investing boom according to Charles Schwab, falling 13% among Gen Z.
SHARE OF THE WEEK: BP shareholders looking for answers about planned transition away from fossil fuels
The energy giant earlier this year scaled back plans to cut oil and gas production by 40 per cent by 2030, indicating that it is targeting a 25 per cent reduction.
I have £300,000 invested in a pension - how can I leave it to my six grandchildren?
I'm widowed, with six grandchildren, and am considering leaving this pension pot to them, but how does this work if they wanted to take money out of it after I die?
Britons cash in on gold price boom by selling it to the Royal Mint - how to buy AND sell bullion
The Royal Mint told This is Money that it has seen a 'record number' of customers selling back gold. We look at who is buying and selling - and how to do it.
Do I have to pay capital gains tax if I sell bitcoin but don't take cash out?
How does the taxman deal with capital gains from investing in bitcoin? Is the tax due when you sell the asset or when you realise the benefit back in your (fiat) bank account?
UK investors pour cash into US equities, data shows
The 'worst-selling' sector in March was UK All Companies, which experienced outflows of £887m, according to the Investment Association.
CITY WHISPERS: City PR man Neil Bennett cries fowl after being left with egg on his face over chicken red-tape
Bennett has to register the chickens in his garden or face a £5,000 fine for each one he fails to declare.
Is it time to cash in on the GOLD RUSH? Mining stocks could provide a glittering opportunity
Gold appears to have assumed its age-old role as a safe haven and a store of value.
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about high beta - not a health food but a volatile share
The beta of a stock is a measure of its volatility in relation to a stock market index, such as the FTSE100 or the US S&P 500.
SHARE OF THE WEEK: All eyes on Apple with Big Tech reporting season in full swing
Apple has suffered as demand slows in China in the face of economic uncertainty and fierce competition.
Where Experts Invest: Why fund manager Rory Stokes backs forklift trucks and an insulation maker
In this instalment of our fund manager series, we quiz Rory Stokes, deputy portfolio manager of The European Smaller Companies Trust with quickfire questions.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Filtronic shares skyrocket following SpaceX deal
Filtronic on Wednesday confirmed that it will supply 'E-band Solid State Power Amplifier' modules for SpaceX's Starlink satellite constellation under a $19.7million deal.
The best investment trusts for your pension - experts reveal their picks
When it comes to building your pension pot or investing it for retirement income, finding a reliable investment matters.
Don't let the Nasdaq take aim... at the AIM market, says MAGGIE PAGANO
There is only one topic being talked about in the darkest corners of the City - rumours that Nasdaq is sniffing around London's AIM market.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Bluefield Solar Income Fund shines
Bluefield Solar Income Fund Ltd was the first solar-focused fund to float in London, back in 2013, and since February the following year has paid quarterly dividends either on or above target.
Vintage luggage is making bags of money at auction: Could your old case unlock a fortune?
A Louis Vuitton trunk made to carry a ten-inch rubber duck called Canard Willy goes under the hammer later this month with an estimated price of up to £22,000.
CITY WHISPERS: Did Alexa Chung get too big for her designer boots?
Fashion followers will remember that model and designer Alexa Chung shut down her Alpha Charlie label two years ago after big losses. A source close to Chung gives their take on its demise.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Mitie by name - and it's mighty by nature
The firm's contracts may look like a mishmash on the surface, but they can be seriously lucrative. This week's full-year trading update surprised the stock market on the upside.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: Is Ceres rollercoaster about to climb again?
Ceres develops fuel cells that can be installed almost anywhere and can turn hydrogen and oxygen into electricity. It has also developed technology to produce hydrogen from steam.
JPMORGAN AMERICAN: Thinking big... £1.8bn trust built around America's mega stocks
Although the £1.8 billion trust has benefited from the investment euphoria surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), it is no one-trick pony.
Should you invest in gold and safe havens in a global crisis? HAMISH MCRAE
The conflict in the Middle East has led to a surge in the gold price in recent weeks, for the metal has long been the classic place to put savings at a moment like this. But gold is an unsatisfac...
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about cocoa and why we are reading so much about its price
A mixture of extreme weather events and crop disease has severely reduced supply from Ghana and the Ivory Coast, the two main cocoa bean producing nations.
With cosmetics shares priced low, is now the time to beautify your portfolio?
There is talk of a slowdown in the sector, whose pricing power has been the envy of other businesses.
SHARE OF THE WEEK: Wall Street investors looking for reassurance when Tesla unveils its first-quarter figures
The electric vehicle maker has already signalled that its finances are likely to be hit after posting its first fall in car sales for four years earlier this month.
'I'm neither hero nor villain', insists disgraced fund star Neil Woodford
The one-time investment star (pictured) said he hoped to shed light on events that led to the demise of Woodford Investment Management.
Neil Woodford is back as a finfluencer: You may remember me as the 'disgraced' fund manager
Neil Woodford has reemerged with a newsletter claiming to offer readers an alternative to 'consensus thinking'.
Hedge funds betting against UK water firms as debt levels soar
Comedian Steve Coogan (pictured), the creator of Alan Partridge, joined protesters outside United Utilities' Lake District offices this week.
Liontrust boss blames unloved UK stocks for £6bn fund exodus
Liontrust boss John Ions (pictured) says UK small and mid-cap stocks are out of favour after investors pulled billions from its funds.
Forget the US Magnificent 7 - Europe has its own version which has delivered better growth so far in 2024
The top seven European tech stocks delivered higher growth in the first quarter compared with the US' much-lauded Magnificent 7 group, eToro data shows.
Have I dug myself a capital gains tax trap with my £46,100 investment pot?
I have paid £300 each month for the past 97 months, and in doing so have accumulated £46,100 from a total investment of £29,100 plus the dividends that I have reinvested.
How is the Red Sea crisis affecting British companies?
Many shipping companies have halted all transit through the Suez Canal amid threats of attacks by the Houthis, a militant organisation controlling much of Yemen.
New Isa rules explained for 2024/25: What does it mean for savers and investors?
Savers and investors will soon be able to pay into as many Isas as they like, bar the Lifetime Isa - with as many providers as they choose, from the new tax year on 6 April.
ALEX BRUMMER: Middle East crisis threatens the energy market and global economy
With the re-selection of Kristalina Georgieva (pictured), Europe continues to dominate the choice of who is in the top job at the IMF.
Axe stamp duty on shares to boost London stock market, say UK fintechs
Revolut and Monzo are among a group of firms to sign up to a list of policy demands aimed at ensuring Britain maintains its 'leading global position'.
What is capital gains tax and how much will I pay?
Radical cuts to the Capital Gains Tax allowance by the Government make it inevitable that many more people will have to pay it in future.
How dividend tax works: The rates you pay and how to cut it
Dividends can bring great returns, particularly if you keep reinvesting them - but the Government inevitably wants its share of this wealth.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Why investors should add Hemogenyx Pharmaceuticals to their watchlist
Investors can now add Hemogenyx Pharmaceuticals PLC to the watch list after it pulled off the near impossible by raising $4.2 million.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Book in for profit at trendy hotel group PPHE with room to grow
PPHE trades on the stock market at £14.80 but independent experts say the group's portfolio is worth £26.72 a share. It is an attractive long-term buy.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: Shareholders reap rewards from miner Hochschild
Cautious investors should sell half their stock at £1.49, bank profits and keep the rest.
TELLWORTH UK SMALLER COMPANIES: Fund that buys when firms are 'toddlers' (and sells as teenagers)
Fund managers Paul Marriage and John Warren adopt a six-month rule with regards to holdings. In simple terms, if it does not perform well in its first six months, it is jettisoned.
Why is bitcoin halving - and when? How halving event could affect the cryptocurrency's value
The first Bitcoin 'halving' event in four years due next week will kickstart a new chapter for the world's biggest cryptocurrency and the scale at which it is mined.
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about chair - is this term more suitable than chairman?
A study from Bloomberg has been the spur. This research shows that 185 of the companies in the S&P 500 index use 'chair' or 'chairperson' - three times as many as did so in 2020.
CITY WHISPERS: Social media blues spell turbulence for Boeing
There used to be a saying that 'if it ain't Boeing, I ain't going'. Now an alternative is being used by influencers on TikTok.
20 dirt-cheap British stocks experts say could make you a fortune
There are some bravehearts - a mix of analysts and fund managers - who believe the UK stock market should not be treated like a pariah.
It's time to make your own Great British Isa: The lack of love for UK firms means you may be in for a bargain
Many companies feel deeply unappreciated by investors - which means that their shares could be a bargain to buy right here, right now.
SHARE OF THE WEEK: Hopes of Grand National boost for Entain as first quarter trading update looms
Whether it was a good or bad week at Aintree will depend largely on the outcome of the big race. But there is far more at stake for Entain and its shareholders.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Harvest Minerals shows growth thanks to fertiliser boost
Harvest Minerals rocketed higher at the front end of this week's session, soaring from 1.3p on Monday to more than 3p on Wednesday.
UK investors 'increasingly bullish' about market prospects after key elections
UK retail investors are 'increasingly bullish' about the prospects for UK and US markets once upcoming election results have been decided, research from Charles Schwab UK says.
US inflation shock dents rate cut hopes: Borrowing costs soar in market turmoil
The US Federal Reserve, which is chaired by Jerome Powell (pictured), is expected to shelve any rate cut plans following the latest inflation figures.
Best stocks & shares Isas: Pick the right investment account
Choosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best.
How to invest your pension in drawdown
Pension freedoms mean retirees can now invest their savings how they like rather than buy a stingy annuity. But what do you need to consider and plan ahead for when funding retirement this way?
Gold prices hit new record as China's central bank ups reserves and UBS eyes $2,500
Gold has been on a bumper rally since the start of last month following purchases by various central banks, with 64 net metric tonnes bought in January and February alone.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Helix Exploration comes to London this week after being heavily oversubscribed
Looking to raise £7.5 million, institutions, family offices, and high net-worth investors were willing to commit £22 million to the helium explorer
T ROWE PRICE US SMALLER COMPANIES EQUITY FUND: Forget the Magnificent Seven - it now pays to start thinking small
There are some experts who believe the time may be right for investors to think outside of these big world leaders and look elsewhere for value. Among them is T Rowe.
Investment trusts eye up Swiss escape to avoid EU rules
UK-listed trusts are forced by leftover EU rules, implemented by the Financial Conduct Authority, to declare charges far higher than savers pay in reality.
My plan to save UK stock market: Boss of broker AJ Bell tel...ellor Jeremy Hunt to axe stamp duty on shares to boost Footsie
Michael Summersgill says the market could also be helped by providing people with support in making investments, rather than focusing on general financial education.
CITY WHISPERS: Simmer down! Dragons' Den sparks a vegan food fight
Hilary Kennedy, founder of vegan meal kit maker Planthood, took to LinkedIn to accuse rival Simmer of using footage from her pitch in the Den last year.
The fear behind gold's new surge: West faces considerable political and social unrest, says HAMISH MCRAE
Movements in the gold price are a good indicator of fear, not just about inflation, but also about the ability of society to hold together.
As Thames Water scandal weighs down shares in its listed rivals - is the industry a busted flush?
The publicity surrounding Thames Water is having a wider effect, encouraging some investors to seek out companies that are endeavouring to improve supply and environmental standards.
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about second-wave inflation
Pessimistic economists argue that inflation has not been tamed, either in the UK or in the US. And they claim it could stage a comeback - in a second wave.
SHARE OF THE WEEK: Tesco investors hoping for cheery set of annual results
Boss Ken Murphy said the company is set to rake in £2.75billion in profits - an upgrade of £50m.
Are YOU an Isa early bird? The benefits of investing on day one every tax year
Someone who invested their full Isa allowance in a global tracker on the first day of the tax year for the past decade would have made £360,500, compared with £322,500 if they left it to the la...
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Game developer Frontier Developments
Frontier spiked to a year-to-date high after Shore Capital upgraded its stock recommendation from a hold to a buy.
I've been an Isa investor for 25 years - these are my biggest mistakes: ANDREW OXLADE
I've not made the mistake of opting for the safety but lower returns of cash, but I have plenty of others to confess. In 25 years of Isa mistakes, here are a few that I've made.
MARKET REPORT: Gold price soars above $2,300 for first time
The precious metal, which is seen as a safe asset to invest in during times of economic turmoil, reached $2,304 in early trading before slipping back.
UK funds 'left in the dust' as British investors pile into US shares
Investors in the UK piled £6.69billion into North American equity funds since December 2023, Calastone's latest Fund Flow Index showed.
I'm an Isa millionaire: Here are my top tips for building a chunky tax-free pot
Our reader Mr H is one of the lucky few with an Isa worth over £1m and has shared how he became an Isa millionaire and his top tips for increasing your pot.
DIVERSE INCOME TRUST: UK specialist is pinning its hopes on interest rate cuts to spark revival
Fund boss Gervais Williams believes a combination of rate cuts, economic recovery, and the end of globalisation, could spark a revival in the UK stock market.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Property firm Schroder Real Estate Investment Trust building a green and clean empire
Schroder Reit has been hit hard by widespread antipathy towards the property sector. But at 42p, the stock is a buy, while generous dividends add to its appeal.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Shanta Gold mines a rich seam to exit
Should ETC's bid go through, shareholders will secure a tasty spring bonus but the stock market may lose another strong company. Wake up London!
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: In tough times, Michelmersh is a real brick - just ask top hotel Claridge's
Midas recommended Michelmersh in 2015, when they were 70.5p. Today, they are £1.04. There is plenty of room for further gains.
Half of people open to investing in a British Isa - but plan has sparked debate over 'home bias'
The British Isa will offer the chance to invest £5,000 a year tax free in UK assets, on top of the existing allowance to put £20,000 in cash or shares - home or overseas - in each tax year.
Should you stick major banks like Barclays and HSBC into your Isa? There are bargains for bold investors...
Millions of us deposit our money into our banks' cash Isa accounts - but might we end up with more if we invested it in the banks themselves instead?
Should you prioritise generating income for your Isa? Experts give their top picks
Income funds and dividend-paying stocks continue to be popular among investors this year as they look for steady returns. Experts give their top picks for income-seeking investors.
Activist investors storm British plc: They do not always pr...hey can be a healthy catalyst for change, says RUTH SUNDERLAND
As activists scan the market for their next prey, boards should contemplate what they can do to make their business less vulnerable.
As 'unpatriotic' tax favours foreign firms, investment chiefs demand: Axe stamp duty on shares to save UK stock market
City bosses told us the main political parties must include a pledge to ditch a levy on buying British shares in their manifestos ahead of the General Election.
CITY WHISPERS: Mad Men of Whitehall in TikTok blitz for NatWest
Whispers hears the Treasury is considering pulling out all the stops in a marketing blitz to spread the word that it intends to sell shares to individual investors.
We must axe stamp duty on shares to revive the UK market: says Interactive Investor boss RICHARD WILSON
We must see a stop to this corrosive tax and allow the London market to recover its position and support the growth of the UK as the best place to do business.
How to get the pension income of your dreams: We've crunche...s drawdown... and the answer to which is best may surprise you
It's the question that has everyone scratching their heads as they approach retirement: how can you make your pension savings go the furthest.
What to save in Isas for your child's milestone - from £80 a month for university fees to £25 for a wedding
We have calculated how much you would need to save every month to help your children achieve the most important rites of passage.
Twenty ways that your finances will be shaken up from April... but it's not just bad news
The new tax year starting from 6 April will bring with it a slew of changes to your personal finances, from tax to pensions, Isas, household bills and more.
Profit from activists: Mischievous investors at Disney and Scottish Mortgage can give shares a boost
The arrival of Nelson Peltz and Paul Singer suggests that UK markets are undervalued and that these activists could spur yet more action.
Scottish Mortgage is due a shake-up but this is why I invest: ANNE ASHWORTH
The opportunity to be a small-time venture capitalist is one of the reasons why I have put a small amount into Scottish Mortgage each month for more than a decade.
Stocks and shares Isa transfer and cashback deals you can still get
Isa inventors could give their Isas a boost of up to £2,000 for transferring their Isa to Fidelity before the end of the tax year.
Last minute investing ideas for your Isa: A bumper 22 tips from top experts
Whether you are starting from scratch, have an established strategy in place, or are looking to fine tune or reshape your portfolio, we have rounded up ideas for a huge variety of themes and styl...
Where experts are investing their Isa - and the most popular funds revealed
It's human nature to be curious about what our neighbours are doing - and investors are no exception.
AJ Bell to slash investing fees and boost savings interest from 1 April - how does it compare to its rivals?
Stockbroker AJ Bell will cut dealing charges on its platform and increase the interest it pays on cash balances from April.
Isa vs pension: Which one should you invest in?
Pensions and Isas are the most powerful tools for building a nest egg - and each boosts the potential of your savings in a different way.
SMALL CAP IDEA: European Green Transition is short odds to be a success
EGT's breeding could not be better. It is from the stable of Cathal Friel, the entrepreneur who helped build and sell Amryt Pharma for just shy of $1.5 billion.
Will US activist Elliott revive Scottish Mortgage shares?
Since a peak in November 2021, Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares have fallen some 40% as higher interest rates triggered a tech sell-off.
Three in five people in Britain don't have investments, says HSBC
HSBC said that only 38% of adults invested some of their cash, with stocks and shares the most popular way to do it.
Britain's biggest Isa winners revealed - 25 investors have tax-free pots typically worth £11.6m... each!
The UK's most dedicated Isa investors have built up pots worth over £11m, overtaking the UK's biggest pension pot.
Elliott's Edinburgh raid must be closely watched, says ALEX BRUMMER
There is much not to like about activist investors. Not least the use of the use of complex financial instruments to bully listed companies into change.
Meet the Granolas: Europe's super stocks taking on the Magnificent 7
The Granolas are GlaxoSmithKline, Roche, ASML, Nestle, Novartis, Novo Nordisk, L'Oreal, LVMH, AstraZeneca, SAP and Sanofi , but why are investors being told to pay attention to them.
How to research investment funds for your Isa
Deciding which fund to invest in can be a challenge when managing your own portfolio. Expert Tom Stevenson explains what information to look for and where when selecting investments.
CT GLOBAL MANAGED PORTFOLIO TRUST: Clever twist that keeps investors happy with income - and growth
Managed since launch 18 years ago by Peter Hewitt, the trust offers investors two portfolios - one income-orientated and the other growth-driven.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: Tech firm Alfa Financial putting a tricky time behind it
The shares have risen 35 per cent since Midas recommended them. But, at £1.65, the stock deserves to go higher. An attractive prospect for new and existing shareholders.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: 'Cloud' pioneer Beeks Group set to see its profits sky-rocket
Technology firms are often associated with Silicon Valley but the UK is in the vanguard too and Beeks exemplifies the breed. At £1.73p, the shares are a buy.
Full steam ahead for rarities that could put the puff back in struggling model engines firm Mamod
Nostalgia for a bygone age is behind the popularity of some of its rarest steam-powered motors, which have risen as much as eight-fold in price over the past few years.
CITY WHISPERS: Tactless Drax burned by its ill-timed report on the International Day of Forests
In it, the power producer said it sourced 8 million tonnes of wood from around the world and burned 6 million in 2023.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: IQGeo connects with international telecoms giants
A pleasing set of preliminary results sent 'geospatial' software provider IQGeo Group shares on an upward trajectory this week. In fact, they hit an all-time high of 414p.
How Benevolent AI helps drugmakers speed up development: SMALL CAP INVESTING
It should be said right away that this idea of picking up potential flaws in a new treatment early on, before an asset hits the clinic, requires something akin to a crystal ball.
Is a Lifetime Isa worth saving and investing in for the 25% bonus?
Anyone wanting to save a deposit to buy their first home should consider putting money into a Lifetime Isa - and earn a 25 per cent bonus on contributions.
MID WYND INTERNATIONAL: New managers aim to prove great firms can make great investments
Although it is too early to assess whether a recent transformation will result in enhanced returns for shareholders, the new managers are confident that the refresh will be to the benefit of inve...
How to research investment trusts for your Isa
Investment trusts have interesting quirks and features that mean careful research is important in order to fully understand what you are buying, says Ryan Hughes of AJ Bell.
How do government bonds work?
Global government bond markets are vast and affect everyone who pays tax, saves or invests. We unscramble the jargon used by industry insiders to help everyone else fathom what's going on.
Six maths lessons everyone can learn to get richer
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently announced his intention for school pupils to learn maths to age 18. What would a real-world curriculum to help youngsters understand personal finance look like...
Want one-off financial advice? Here's what to ask for and the costs involved
Many people could benefit from one-time help over some aspect of their finances, and this need not tie you into a long-term relationship with an adviser.
What is pension lifestyling? Bond crash reveals de-risking dangers
Some older workers have discovered to their horror that they are sitting on huge losses right on the brink of retirement. Here's what you need to know about pension lifestyling...
How to invest in shares
If you are interested in buying shares or know more about unearthing good companies and valuing them, read our guide to share investing.
What do cryptic investment fund names mean?
Investment fund names are often a baffling mixture of impressive but vague words, which mean little to people who aren't already clued up on financial jargon. We explain what these terms really m...
How do you tell if a share is good value?
There's no getting around it, you need do some homework and maths if you're thinking of buying shares. But which sums are the most useful to investors?
Can I get rid of my useless financial adviser and manage my pension myself?
All I get from my adviser is an annual review where they tell me not to do anything with the pension. Can I manage it myself? Veteran money expert Henry Tapper replies.
FIRE and retiring early demands big sacrificies: Could you do it?
Followers of FIRE live frugally and invest aggressively in their 20s and 30s in pursuit of early retirement. We ask money experts how easy it is is to stick to, and when plans might get derailed.
Should I overpay my mortgage or invest?
Homeowners with a mortgage face an ongoing financial dilemma - use any excess cash to pay down the debt or invest instead?
How do I allocate assets in an Isa investment portfolio?
Asset allocation sounds dull but it matters. We explain how to allocate your portfolio based on how much risk you want to take.
What should you do with an inherited investment portfolio?
Many are at risk of hasty blunders like selling and putting money in a current or savings account, missing out on tax breaks - or even holding onto old share certificates for sentimental reasons.
How to read a balance sheet and find out if a company is financially sound
Tom Stevenson, investment director at Fidelity International, explains what you can learn from a balance sheet using drinks giant Britvic as his test case.
How many shares do you need to diversify a portfolio?
We put this question to three top investing experts and their answers were six, 12, and a few dozen... However, they did all add essentially the same rider, 'it depends'.
How do you work out if companies are well run when stockpicking for your Isa?
A well-run company is likely to perform better and avoid errors and scandal, but judging this can be a tough task for individual investors. We explain how to sift the evidence.
What happens to your pension when you retire?
What actually happens to your pension when you retire, and how can you make the most of what you've got?