FTSE 100 - Investomania
WEBSep 13, 2024 · This week, London's FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 rose amid hopes for a 50 bps Fed cut. The Dow and S&P 500 neared all-time highs, while gold hit a record $2,584. September 13, 2024.
Economy - Investomania
WEBNov 15, 2023 · The United Kingdom’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) exhibited unexpected resilience in September, posting a growth of 0.2%, surpassing the revised-down figure of 0.1% in August.
Market Wrap-Up: A week of highs and hopes - Investomania
WEBSeptember 14, 2024. This week in the markets was a tale of green shoots and heightened expectations. London wrapped up the week with a flourish, buoyed by growing anticipation of a potential 50 basis point cut from the Federal Reserve. The FTSE 100 edged up 0.4%, closing at 8,273.09, while the FTSE 250 surged 1.0% to end at 20,895.37.
What are dividends? A complete guide - Investomania
WEBDec 20, 2023 · Dividends are an important part of investing and a key way for companies to reward shareholders. Dividends represent a portion of a company’s profits that are distributed to shareholders, usually on a quarterly basis. When a company earns a profit, the board of directors can choose to either reinvest some or all of the profits back into the ...
Investing - Investomania
WEBFeb 22, 2024 · Our investing articles offer practical tips and strategies to assist you on your investment journey. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting out, these articles aim to provide practical knowledge to help you navigate the complexities of financial markets with greater insight.
FTSE 100 closes lower as BP and Shell weigh on market
WEBSep 25, 2024 · The FTSE 100 conceded early gains to close down 0.2% at 8,268.70 on Wednesday, as heavyweights BP and Shell fell amid easing oil prices. The FTSE 250 also dipped, ending 0.1% lower at 20,755.44.. Megan Greene, a member of the Monetary Policy Committee, highlighted potential upside risks to economic activity, advocating for a gradual approach to unwinding restrictions.
FTSE Close: FTSE 100 edges higher, gold soars to new highs
WEBMar 6, 2024 · London’s stock market closed in positive territory on Wednesday, buoyed by strong earnings reports and a lack of hawkish surprises from the US Federal Reserve. The FTSE 100 index edged up 0.4% to 7,679.31, with the mid-cap FTSE 250 performing even better, rising 1.1% to 19,473.22. Medical technology company ConvaTec was the star performer, jumping […]
Investors cautious ahead of budget as UK shares dip slightly
WEBMar 4, 2024 · The UK’s main stock market index, the FTSE 100, edged down 0.4% on Monday as investors adopted a cautious approach ahead of the upcoming budget announcement by Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt.
Best stocks & shares ISA investing platforms for 2023
WEBSep 5, 2023 · In the United Kingdom, everyone aged 18 or older has the right to an annual Individual Savings Account (ISA) allowance. For the tax year 2023/24, running from the 6th of April 2023 to the 5th of April 2024, this allowance stands at £20,000. You can use this ISA allowance either in full or partially to invest in a specific type of account ...
London stocks mixed as strong pound weighs on large caps
WEBNov 29, 2023 · The FTSE 100 fell 37 points at the open on Wednesday, down 0.5% to 7,418, as a stronger pound weighed on exporters. Meanwhile, the domestically-focused FTSE 250 rose 72 points or 0.4% to 18,459 on hopes for UK resilience. The AIM All-Share also gained, up 1.6 points or 0.2% at 714. In the FTSE 100, […]