‘Bear steepener’ starts to stalk the chancellor

At the time of writing, no date is set for the second Budget of this Labour Government, but investors – or at least bond market...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


Bank shares under pressure after think tank proposes ‘windfall’ levy

Shares in UK banks dropped last on 29 August after the publication of a report by the IPPR (Institute for Public Policy Research) recommending the...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


Will beneficiaries be able to retain a SIPP after paying inheritance tax?

As you know SIPPs may be liable for Inheritance tax of 40% from 6th April 2027. Will beneficiaries be able to retain the passed over...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


The of cost university tuition is on the rise – how can you keep up?

This year, university tuition fees will be kicked up another 3.1% to £9,535, meaning heftier loans for students footing the bill. In the circumstances both...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


Is the bad news baked-in at Associated British Foods?

Trading trends at cut-price clothing chain Primark and the synergies promised by a planned merger of Kingsmill-owning Allied Bakeries and Hovis will be in focus...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


The Property Franchise Group goes from strength to strength

The Property Franchise Group (TPFG:AIM)

Price: 567p

Gain to date: 37%

When we recommended multi-brand lettings and estate agency franchising firm The Property Franchise Group...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


Can Chewy impress with second-quarter earnings?

US specialist retailer Chewy (CHWY:NYSE) is a pretty similar beast to UK-listed Pets at Home (PETS), selling pet food, treats and toys while also offering...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


Victorian Plumbing plan to revive homewares brand raises serious doubts

Sometimes reviving an old brand can be fun – like Starburst sweets being rebranded as Opal Fruits for the summer – but there’s usually a...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


Carnival shares cruise to new multi-year high on record results

They say good things come to those who wait, and that appears to be the case for investors in cruise line operator Carnival (CCL) as...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


Oil's slip: what lower prices mean for the market

Who would want to be an oil analyst, having to forecast where prices are likely to be in a month or even 12 months’ time?...

Thu, 04/09/2025 - 00:00


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