Results preview: a weak retail backdrop in the US could trip up Nike

Trainers and sportswear giant Nike (NKE:NYSE) has endured a troubled 2023, hit by slowing consumer spending and difficulties in its key Chinese market. The shares...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


Everything you need to know about investing in the advertising sector

The recent share price performance of certain advertising companies has not impressed investors. WPP (WPP) has seen its share price fall by 8%...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


What investment trust boards are doing to address wide discounts

According to data from the AIC, the average investment trust discount to net asset value has widened from 12.2% at the end of 2022 to...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


Weight loss: should you invest in the companies fighting obesity?

Obesity is one of the fastest growing public health issues facing the world. The World Health Organisation estimates there are two billion overweight adults, of...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


Where next for markets? Here are three potential scenarios

Legendary American broadcaster Edward R. Murrow is known for many pungent epithets, but one of this column’s favourites is, ‘Anyone who isn’t confused really doesn’t...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


Can I use savings to buy an annuity or must the money come from a pension?

Can I buy an annuity with cash from savings or an ISA? I’ve heard the funds must come from a pension fund – is this...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


Is the end in sight for Hipgnosis Songs Fund after years of misery for investors?

Investing in Hipgnosis Songs Fund (SONG) was meant to have been a no-brainer. Sadly, that has been far from the truth.

The investment trust owns...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


Bakkavor shares remain in the doldrums after workers vote to strike

Shares in Bakkavor (BAKK) are trading 20% lower than their February year-to-date high, with strike action being the latest issue to worry investors....

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


Why the future looks brighter for Associated British Foods

Investors have not missed the boat with Associated British Foods...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


Drax shares tank on fears over new report on UK Government biomass strategy

Renewable energy supplier Drax (DRX) came under pressure on 15 September following news that the National Audit Office will issue a report on...

Thu, 21/09/2023 - 00:00


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