Signs of life from the UK market as we end 2024

The last 10 years have been pretty rough for UK stocks but there could be some signs of life emerging as we head towards 2025....

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


Vivendi spin-off Canal+ marks biggest UK IPO of 2024

After what has been a poor year for UK listings, the London Stock Exchange could afford to celebrate this week with the float of French...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


Raspberry Pi shares boot up after fresh tie-up and new product launch

After the initial buzz around its June 2024 IPO, Raspberry Pi (RPI) seemed to be getting a few raspberries from the market as the shares drifted...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


SThree shares slump 28% after shock cut to earnings guidance

Specialty recruitment firm SThree (STEM), which focuses on filling roles in science, technology, engineering and mathematics settings, posted a downbeat trading statement for the 12...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


UK stocks see October’s record outflow turn into net inflows in November

In terms of an early Christmas present, the UK market received its very own ‘secret Santa’ gift last month with the first net inflow into...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


Federal Reserve seen cutting rates but no change at Bank of England

Central banks have been the focus of the market’s attention for the last few weeks, and by the time Shares is published the Federal Reserve...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


Discover the best and worst investment trusts in 2024

Investment trusts have experienced challenges this year, with discounts remaining wide across various sectors and some consolidation occurring. However, certain trusts have performed well compared...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


Should I look at alternatives to a SIPP in wake of inheritance tax changes?

I am 67 and currently have a SIPP worth approximately £500,000. Because the favourable IHT regime is now ending I am now considering whether to...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


Discover how Tim Martin turned Wetherspoon into a high street champion

Pubs group JD Wetherspoon’s (JDW) value credentials continue to shine through. According to fund manager Anna Farmbrough at Ninety One the company has doubled its...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


Surprise star turns and shock disappointments litter our best 2024 picks performance

What a mixed year this has turned out to be for Shares’ best ideas for 2024.

That our one star turn stock was an annuities...

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 00:00


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