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Analysts rate Legal & General shares as either a 'hold' or a 'buy'
The £13.69billion FTSE 100 company, which takes care of £1trillion worth of retirement and other savings, is being revamped under chief executive Antonio Simoes.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Shield Therapeutics energised by new iron deficiency drug
Shield is a rarity for AIM: a drug development company that has hit a home run, meaning it has successfully developed a commercial drug.
Should you buy or sell shares in the Magnificent 7? Experts give their verdict on each one
More than £500billion was wiped off the Magnificent 7 tech stocks as results from Tesla and Alphabet triggered shockwaves - but is this a chance to buy?
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: Recruitment firms are facing a challenging time
Hays, Page Group and Robert Walters have told investors that elections and macroeconomic volatility are depressing job activity.
Five ways to dodge investing blindspots: RACHEL RICKARD STRAUS
Sometimes we are blindsided by changes that come seemingly out of the blue. But we are just as capable of being caught out by changes that are - in hindsight - obvious.
Do I have to declare capital gains and dividends if they are tax-free?
I held some shares in investment trusts outside of an Isa and sold them all in March, so that I could take my profits before the capital gains tax allowance was cut.
NOMURA INDIA EQUITY FUND: Passage to India that could give you years of handsome returns
The fund has turned a £100 investment into £156 over three years - compared to £149 for the average India fund.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE: We tipped loungers at 200p, now they're 281p and could rise further
It is enough to whet the appetite, but would-be investors need to understand the firm's prospects before deciding whether to jump in, keep holding or call last orders.
One-off payouts push UK dividends to record £37bn in second quarter - but mining sector weighs on growth
Headline figures show dividends rose 11.2% to £36.7bn in the second quarter, according to Computershare's Dividend Monitor.
CITY WHISPERS: Why Ocado spells out success for Morrisons
Morrisons boss Take Rami Baitieh's go-to acronym is none other than... Ocado.
As Labour rips up planning rules to build 1.5m homes, here's how YOU can profit
Here's what you need to know about the plans, the obstacles - but also the opportunities that could allow you to make the most of a future construction boom.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: AIM rocked by three further departures
Chaarat Gold, Destiny Pharma, and Sondrel led AIM's losers list this week after announcing their exit from the junior market.
Is mum's 18 carat gold Omega de Ville watch designed by Andrew Grima rare - and what's it worth? DAN HATFIELD replies
I inherited a watch that belonged to my mum - dad bought it for her in the 1970s. I have never seen another and wondered what it is worth.
Polar Capital Technology Trust set for 10-1 share split - what does this mean for investors?
Polar Capital Technology Trust has announced proposals for a 10-1 share split while posting its latest annual results.
Ocado is worth almost three times its current share price, says Morningstar
Analysts say markets are currently under-pricing the potential of Ocado's technology, as well as long-term online grocery growth.
Lack of financial education is leading people to feel they have 'no control' over their money
Half of young adults say they have little or no control over their financial situation, according to research from a wealth tech start-up.
Invest in these firms that put customers first for big profits, says BROWN ADVISORY GLOBAL LEADERS
When Mick Dillon looks for promising businesses to add to the Brown Advisory Global Leaders fund he co-manages, his starting point is how the firms helps customers.
Goals pay dividends for TV tech specialist specialist Cordiant: MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE
Cordiant joined the stock market in February 2021, with shares priced at £1 each. Then, there were high hopes of growth and initial performance was strong.
Alton Towers landlord LondonMetric can pep up your profits: MIDAS SHARE TIPS
Nemesis consistently ranks as one of the most exciting rollercoasters in the world - and its landlord owns everything from theme parks to warehouses.
What next for high-flying BAE Systems shares?
Fears that populist policies in Europe could reduce defence budgets - on the basis that far-right politicians tend to be pro-Putin.
Invest in Europe's best shares that rival the Magnificent Seven
If you want to take a European flutter this Olympic summer, here's what you need to know.
The £20,000 bond that is no better than an IOU from a man in the pub: TONY HETHERINGTON
I forwarded a certificate to Cauta Capital for redemption of a £20,000 bond which I bought in 2018. Interest was also due, but I have received nothing.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Faron Pharma boosted by US FDA green light
Faron Pharmaceuticals was one of the week's significant gainers, with its stock rising by 35 per cent.
Labour government should 'herald a period of stability', says Liontrust boss
The chief executive of Liontrust has said a new government with a sizeable majority could help drive a revival in the UK's lacklustre stock market.
Ozempic made investors huge profits - MIDAS SHARE TIPS unearths companies working on future blockbuster treatments
Our award-winning Midas stock picking expert, Joanne Hart, unearths the companies working on potential blockbuster treatments of the future.
Terry Smith defends not holding Nvidia in Fundsmith Equity, despite costing investors better returns
Terry Smith defended his decision not to add Nvidia to the Fundsmith Equity portfolio, despite the fund lagging the benchmark since January.
Tesco shares have rocketed - should you buy, hold or sell? MIDAS SHARE TIPS
My grandfather was no financial whizzkid. A family man with little interest in worldly goods, he bought one share in his entire life - Tesco.
What could Labour mean for investment returns? How Prime Ministers fared since 1970
A delve back into historical data shows that Labour has largely had positive returns when it's in office.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Angle creates new cancer diagnostic technology
ANGLE is the inventor of Parsortix, a liquid biopsy technology that has received FDA approval for use in breast cancer-the first and only such device to achieve this for its intended use.
EVENLODE GLOBAL EQUITY: Chipping Norton set who go about their business the quiet way
Its 18-strong investment team manages £5.6 billion of assets with an overriding goal of generating 'smooth' returns for investors.
CITY WHISPERS: Halma dealmakers eye up 600 takeover targets
It typically buys three to five firms a year and said in its annual report it was 'constantly monitoring' potential targets - and would play the long game.
How to increase your wealth under Labour: The stocks experts tip to invest in
For better or for worse, we have five years of a Labour government ahead of us. Life for prudent savers and investors will become increasingly difficult as Rachel Reeves hits them with extra taxe...
Shares that can profit from Labour's election plans
If you are ready for a gamble and prepared for nasty surprises, here's how to exploit the opportunities of this new climate.
I bought a designer 1990s Fendi bag from a charity shop for...a hunch it's worth far more - am I right? DAN HATFIELD replies
I bought a designer bag from a second hand shop for £200. I thought it was quite expensive but loved it - and had a hunch it might be worth far more.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: AIM stocks barely flicker following Labour landslide
The AIM All-Share barely flickered first thing Friday and over the week and was up around half a percentage point to 773.89.
How to cash in if Starmer gets the keys to No 10: JEFF PRES... the stocks that could make YOU money - from banks to builders
'Bring on Sir Keir Starmer ' seems to be the consensus view, for better or worse. Although Labour has yet to come clean on tax hikes it will introduce, its imminent rise to power has not fazed th...
What will the election aftermath mean for investors? Three experts give their verdict
Susannah Streeter of Hargreaves Lansdown (left), Stephen Yiu of the Blue Whale Growth fund (centre) and James Norton of Vanguard (right) have their say.
What next for Haleon shares? Analysts say consumer spin-off is undervalued
Berenberg also argues that the shares are trading at a tempting 17 per cent discount to other personal care products groups.
Can YOU pass a financial literacy test that nearly half of adults FAIL...?
A mass test of 3,000 adults weighted to be nationally representative found 20% got no answers right, and 24% managed just one correct answer.
Vietnam is a growth hotspot and could reward brave investors, says JEFF PRESTRIDGE
It is a beneficiary of massive inward investment as big international companies shift their manufacturing bases southwards out of China and into North Vietnam.
RTW BIOTECH OPPORTUNITIES: Innovation 'super-cycle' could see biotech fund go off like a Rocket
New York-based RTW has been successfully investing in life sciences companies for the past 15 years.
Our tip Afentra is up 112% - can investors still profit? MIDAS SHARE TIPS UPDATE
Hungry investors may choose to sell half their stock now and bank profits. Longer-term, however, there should be plenty of firepower left in this business.
The animal vaccine firm all set for profits boost: MIDAS SHARE TIPS
Eco Animal Health has been through tough times but long-term prospects are robust. At £1.23, the shares are a buy.
Investing in India: Modi poll blip saw markets wobble but Ashoka India Equity is up 40% in the past year
The Indian stock market experienced a big wobble last month, experts believe the case for investing in the world's most populated country remains as robust as ever.
Alliance and Witan join forces to form new £5bn investment trust giant
Alliance and Witan, which each date back more than a century, said they were likely to be eligible for admission to the FTSE 100 after they join forces.
The investment trusts to back Nvidia and the AI revolution at a discount
It is possible to acquire a stake in Nvidia and the other Silicon Valley names through investment trusts whose shares are at a discount to their net asset values.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: Keywords Studios' £2bn takeover is a sign of the times
The challenge for Keywords, a provider of support services to the gaming industry, is that it has outgrown the junior bourse.
Shares that could bring YOU big returns during the summer of sport
Athletes are vying for glory this summer, and firms are spending a fortune to make sure that, no matter who wins, they will also be celebrating. So where should investors going for gold put their...
I collect 50p coins - do I really have one worth £30,000? DAN HATFIELD replies
I've collected 50p coins for quite some time and would love to know the value of what I have accumulated over time.
How you can make money from Nvidia - the world's new largest company
It is the stock market success story of the century. Since going public, computer chip designer Nvidia has come from nowhere to become the world's biggest company.
THE EUROPEAN SMALLER COMPANIES TRUST: Fund that runs with the winners in global markets
Over the past year, it has delivered overall returns of just over 23 per cent while over the past five years, it has registered a gain of 95 per cent.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Condor Gold has passed significant milestones to get La India 'shovel ready'
Condor Gold is the owner of the 2.3million-ounce La India Project in Nicaragua. It is is now seeking a buyer to bring the mine into production within 12-18 months.
ALLIANCE TRUST: The 'dividend hero' that's poised to maintain its amazing record
Investors can be confident the trust's record of annual dividend growth will be extended to 58 years come next March when the final dividend of the year is paid.
How to invest in the new wave of commercial property - high-tech offices lure staff and investors
For the past few years, the commercial property sector has been an investment no-go zone. But if you have long horizons and an appetite for risk, you may find this an opportune moment.
Meme stocks roar back: The shares grabbing attention - and safer British bets that may make you money
Roaring Kitty is back. The meme stock craze is once again gripping global financial markets. But what on earth is a meme stock and can investors make money? Or should they stay well clear?
Demand for retro international football shirts soar ahead of the Euros… and some are worth HUNDREDS of pounds
Fans digging out an old shirt from the back of their cupboard ahead of the tournament, could unknowingly be sitting on a small fortune.
Champagne prices! The rare bottles for sale at Sotheby's first ever dedicated auction
Sotheby's is holding two auctions as Taiwanese billionaire Pierre Chen continues to offload his extensive collection of wine.
What the election means for investments and pensions
This is Money's Simon Lambert talks to Hargreaves Lansdown's Susannah Streeter about what could lie in store for investors and savers.
How to invest in the battle against the hackers - and the cyber-security stock up 128% in a year
We are under attack. Or to be more exact, the IT systems on which modern life depends are being besieged.
SMALL CAP IDEA: Baron Oil looks to strike it big with Chuditch gas field
Right now, Baron is undertaking preliminary work - completing site surveying, rig contracting and permitting for the Chuditch gas discovery in Timor Leste.
Money market funds - what are they and can they be a better option for parking your cash than a savings account?
With yields above 5 per cent, it is no wonder investors are turning to cash-like instruments to protect from inflation eating into their cash.
CITY WHISPERS: De Beers hangs on to the artworks in Anglo American divorce
There are some some jawdropping works on display at the joint London headquarters of mining giant Anglo American and diamond group De Beers.
Five reasons to steer clear of Tesla shares: Though it's dangerous to bet against Musk, here's why you should be fearful
Elon Musk is the world's richest man and the most talked about business leader on the planet. But has he lost the plot?
Tesco shares have soared 18% in a year - can it continue to climb?
Tesco will be in the spotlight next week and there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic.
SMALL CAP MOVERS: SRT Marine Systems shares endure rollercoaster trading session
Shares in the onboard electronics systems group dropped over 40 per cent before rebounding sharply on what was, consequently, a bit of a 'curate's egg' of a trading update.
Royal Mint reports huge spike in gold sales after election was called as investors look to keep their cash safe
The Royal Mint said that it had seen a 49% increase in the number of customers buying precious metal bullion since the election was called.
How much are my 1990s Beanie Babies worth - and are there any rare ones should I look out for? DAN HATFIELD replies
I have a collection of Beanie babies that have been passed down to me. The Ty bears date from 1993-2000, all have original tags with the majority boxed.
How to invest £10,000 at every stage of your life... and you could turn it into a staggering £332,000!
Investing even just a few pounds a month can help grow your wealth, but a £10,000 lump sum should be enough to make some meaningful returns.
UTILICO EMERGING MARKETS: Building a better future - thanks to an exports bonanza in Brazil
Investment trust Utilico Emerging Markets delivers shareholders a mix of dividend and capital return.
MIDAS SPECIAL: Yes, the UK market is bursting back to life - and here are four stocks to prove it
Eye-catching companies are floating on the stock market and, equally importantly, businesses are raising money through rights issues to fund future growth.
Is a £35 cleaning spray from Diptyque really worth the money? FRAN HORNAK puts luxe cleaning products to the test
Today I switch from Persil Non Bio to the vaguely scary sounding Dr Barbara Sturm Laundry Detergent
Inside Nvidia where shares have soared 3,000% - so can it still make YOU money?
Since going public on the eve of the Millennium, computer chip designer Nvidia has come from nowhere to the cusp of becoming the world's biggest company.
Should you invest in Finsbury Growth & Income? How to buy great British shares at a discount
Train and his team 'sense that the UK market is pregnant with value and opportunity'.
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about the carry trade
You borrow in the currency with the low interest rate to invest in the currency with the higher rate.
SHARE OF THE WEEK: Boost for British American Tobacco as Government's proposed law to ban smoking fails to make statute books
BAT and its peers breathed a sigh of relief when PM Rishi Sunak decided to call a snap General Election.
Twelve ways YOU can make money from the Wall Street boom: E...e overlooked stocks that could help small UK investors cash in
Warren Buffett, the legendary US investor known as the Oracle of Omaha, says that you should never bet against America.
HENDERSON SMALLER COMPANIES TRUST: Why managers forecast a big (and bright) future
After two difficult years, UK smaller companies manager Neil Hermon is convinced that 'things can only get better'.
Nick Train vows to back 'world-class' British businesses after apologising for a dismal performance
Star stock picker Nick Train (pictured) expressed frustration about the 'malaise' gripping undervalued London-listed shares.
Is it a good time to buy Scottish Mortgage? Shares have rebounded but are still down 40% on the peak
Since its peak in late 2021 Scottish Mortgage shares have fallen more than 40 per cent to 895p as higher interest rates triggered a sell-off in technology stocks.
MIDAS SHARE TIPS: The unheralded eco firms being turned into green giants
According to scientists, methane accounts for around 30 per cent of global warming and is up to 80 times more harmful than carbon dioxide.
M&S clothes are back in fashion - how about its shares?
In the words of chief executive Stuart Machin, the latest results are only 'the beginnings of a new M&S'.
I'm an investment expert - here's why I'm backing robotics manufacturer Intuitive Surgical
In this instalment of our fund manager series, we quiz Paul Niven, fund manager at F&C Investment Trust.
SHARE OF THE WEEK: All eyes on Anglo American as deadline for rival BHP to make formal takeover bid looms
A takeover of London-listed Anglo could be the largest deal the sector has ever seen.
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about meme stocks - with a cult following thanks to social media
Such stocks may have little intrinsic value but this does not stop their prices soaring or 'going to the moon' as meme-stock jargon would put it.
How much are my first edition Jurassic Park and In Cold Blood books worth? DAN HATFIELD replies
Welcome to our new Modern Treasures series, where expert valuer Dan Hatfield runs the rule over your items and collections.
How to get your collection and items valued by expert Dan Hatfield for free
Get into your lofts and dig out your treasure - we have a new exciting series where our expert will value your modern items and collections.
The FTSE 100 shares up most this year as stock market keeps hitting new record highs
London's blue-chip index has defied its reputation as a relative laggard to grow by 9% since January, but some stocks have rocketed as much as 49%.
CQS NATURAL RESOURCES GROWTH AND INCOME: Golden opportunities in sight
It is a new dawn for the asset manager, founded 25 years ago by Michael Hintze. It was recently acquired by Canadian financial behemoth Manulife.
INVESTING EXPLAINED: What you need to know about pandemic era winners
The group of stocks that soared during lockdown, but are now plumbing the depths - which probably means that they should now be called post-pandemic losers.
Think like a fund manager and back FTSE 250 bargains - the shares experts are picking
Such is the growing optimism surrounding the UK markets that investment professionals are bargain-hunting in the domestically focused FTSE 250.
How to invest in the Ozempic weight loss boom - and pile on the pounds: MIDAS SPECIAL
Millions of people are injecting themselves with weight loss drugs and the firms that make them have seen their share prices soar, but can investors still profit now?
SMALL CAP MOVERS: The stars are aligning for Phoenix Copper after fully-subscribed bond issue
The stars are aligning for Phoenix Copper Ltd after seeing an $80million corporate copper bond issue fully subscribed by one investor this week.
We started investing for our first daughter when she was born and the account is up 72.66% in five years, writes LEE BOYCE
We have already built up a £15,347 nest egg, with £4,182 of that being interest - and the figures highlight the benefits of investing for children.
FTSE 100 hits an all-time high - but remember the stock market adage of 'sell in May and go away' says HAMISH MCRAE
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?
Four private equity investment trusts to profit from 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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'.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.