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BP (LSE:BP) is under pressure from the Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility over its renewed focus on oil and gas. The investor group has formally challenged BP to explain how increased spending on oil and gas compares with investing in low carbon projects. Activists are asking BP to provide clearer disclosure on how capital allocation decisions align with long term shareholder value and climate goals. BP is a global energy group with significant exposure to oil and gas, while...

Recent performance snapshot for Unilever (LSE:ULVR) Unilever (LSE:ULVR) has drawn renewed attention after a recent positive daily move of about 1%, adding to gains over the past week and month, although its return over the past 3 months remains negative. See our latest analysis for Unilever. That recent 1-day share price return of 1.06% and 7-day gain of 3.71% add to a 30-day share price return of 4.61%, while the 1-year total shareholder return of 6.05% sits on top of longer term gains over...

GSK received European Commission approval to extend its RSV vaccine Arexvy to adults aged 18 and over across Europe. The company launched Exdensur, a twice-yearly biologic for severe asthma, supported by new pharmacy partnerships. These moves expand GSK's respiratory portfolio and open new commercial channels in key European markets. LSE:GSK is trading at £19.455, with the share price up 4.5% over the past week and 6.2% over the past month. Over longer periods, the stock has returned 47.2%...

Rio Tinto Group (LSE:RIO) and Chalco have agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Brazil based aluminium producer Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio, expanding Rio Tinto's low carbon aluminium footprint in Latin America. In parallel, Rio Tinto is in landmark merger talks with Glencore that, if completed, could create the world's largest copper miner. Together, these transactions point to a material reshaping of Rio Tinto's aluminium and copper exposure and its role in key energy transition...

The UK stock market has recently been impacted by weak trade data from China, leading to declines in major indices like the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250. Despite these broader market challenges, certain investment opportunities remain intriguing, particularly in the realm of penny stocks. Though often considered a niche area, penny stocks can offer growth potential when backed by strong financial health and resilience.

There wouldn't be many who think Tesco PLC's ( LON:TSCO ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 17.9x is worth a...

The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 index experiencing a downturn influenced by weak trade data from China and declining commodity prices. As these global economic pressures weigh on London markets, investors may find opportunities in stocks that are trading below their intrinsic value, offering potential for long-term growth amidst current uncertainties.

As the United Kingdom's FTSE 100 index experiences fluctuations amid weak trade data from China, investors are keenly observing how global economic conditions impact domestic markets. In this climate, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing due to their potential for strong alignment between management and shareholder interests, making them a notable focus in today's market landscape.

The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 index slipping due to weak trade data from China and declining commodity prices impacting major companies. Despite these broader market uncertainties, penny stocks—often representing smaller or newer companies—continue to offer intriguing opportunities for investors. These stocks, while sometimes overlooked, can present significant growth potential when supported by strong balance sheets and solid fundamentals.

Amidst the recent challenges faced by the UK market, with the FTSE 100 index experiencing declines due to weak trade data from China, investors are increasingly seeking stability and income through dividend stocks. In such uncertain times, companies that offer reliable dividend yields can provide a cushion against market volatility while generating steady cash flow for investors.

With the business potentially at an important milestone, we thought we'd take a closer look at Cordel Group Plc's...

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...

The Seeing Machines Limited ( LON:SEE ) share price has softened a substantial 25% over the previous 30 days, handing...

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It is hard to get excited after looking at Aviva's (LON:AV.) recent performance, when its stock has declined 4.7% over...

While Carclo plc ( LON:CAR ) shareholders are probably generally happy, the stock hasn't had particularly good run...

Churchill China plc ( LON:CHH ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...

Key Insights Gooch & Housego's estimated fair value is UK£7.01 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Gooch...

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AstraZeneca (LSE:AZN) has begun trading its ordinary shares on the New York Stock Exchange, expanding access for US investors. The company announced an $18.5b weight loss drug partnership with CSPC Pharmaceuticals focused on obesity and diabetes treatments. AstraZeneca also unveiled a $15b investment plan in China to expand manufacturing and R&D, including cell therapy and radioconjugates. AstraZeneca, best known for its broad pharmaceutical portfolio across oncology, cardiovascular,...

The UK market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 indices experiencing declines amid weak trade data from China, highlighting global economic uncertainties. Despite these broader market pressures, investors may find opportunities in smaller or newer companies often categorized as penny stocks. While the term "penny stocks" might seem outdated, it still captures the essence of investing in companies that offer potential growth and value. In this article, we explore...

To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? Amongst other things...

The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 index slipping due to weak trade data from China, highlighting concerns over global economic recovery. Amid these fluctuations, investors often seek companies that demonstrate strong earnings growth and high insider ownership as indicators of potential resilience and alignment of interests between management and shareholders.

The United Kingdom's FTSE 100 index recently faced challenges, closing lower amid concerns over weak trade data from China, highlighting the interconnectedness of global markets. For investors looking beyond established companies, penny stocks—often smaller or newer firms—can offer intriguing opportunities despite being a somewhat outdated term. These stocks can provide a mix of affordability and growth potential when backed by strong financials, making them an appealing option for those...