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What recent returns say about Diageo shares Diageo (LSE:DGE) has drawn investor attention after a mixed run in its share performance, with gains over the past month and year to date set against weaker total returns over longer periods. See our latest analysis for Diageo. At a share price of £18.24, Diageo’s 1 month share price return of 7.83% and year to date share price return of 13.47% suggest improving short term momentum, while its 1 year total shareholder return decline of 11.35%...

Unilever (LSE:ULVR) has completed the demerger of its ice cream business, marking its first full year as a more focused consumer goods group. The company has executed targeted brand acquisitions and is concentrating on labels that account for most of group turnover. Management has outlined a new "perform and transform" plan, alongside a €1.5b share buyback and updated capital allocation priorities. Unilever, the owner of a wide range of household and personal care brands, is reshaping its...

Event context and recent share performance RELX (LSE:REL) has attracted fresh attention after a period of weaker share performance, with the stock showing negative returns over the past week, month and past 3 months, as well as over the past year. See our latest analysis for RELX. At a share price of £20.52, RELX has seen its short term momentum fade, with a 30 day share price return of 34.31% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return of 49.55% decline. This may reflect a reassessment of...

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 pressures. Despite these broader market fluctuations, penny stocks—often smaller or newer companies—can still offer compelling opportunities for investors when they are supported by strong financials. This article explores three such penny stocks in the UK that exhibit financial robustness and potential for long-term growth,...

Barratt Redrow plc ( LON:BTRW ) last week reported its latest half-year results, which makes it a good time for...

In recent weeks, global markets have experienced mixed performances, with small-cap and value-oriented stocks showing notable gains amid a cooling U.S. labor market and concerns over AI's disruptive potential impacting high-growth sectors. As investors navigate these dynamics, opportunities may arise in smaller companies that demonstrate resilience and potential for growth in this evolving economic landscape. Identifying stocks with strong fundamentals and favorable insider activity can be...

HSBC Holdings (LSE:HSBA) has been selected by the UK Treasury to run the blockchain platform for issuing and settling tokenised government bonds. This is the UK's first blockchain based sovereign debt issuance and places the country among the earliest G7 adopters of distributed ledger technology in government bond markets. For a bank that already plays a central role in global capital markets, this move positions HSBC at the core of the UK's push into digital bond infrastructure. It ties...

RHI Magnesita N.V. ( LON:RHIM ) shareholders should be happy to see the share price up 28% in the last quarter. But if...

The United Kingdom's stock market has recently faced challenges, with the FTSE 100 index declining due to weak trade data from China and a global economic slowdown. In such uncertain conditions, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as their management's vested interest may align closely with shareholder goals.

The UK market has been experiencing fluctuations, with the FTSE 100 recently closing lower due to weak trade data from China, highlighting ongoing global economic challenges. Amid these conditions, investors might consider exploring penny stocks, which often represent smaller or newer companies that can offer growth opportunities at lower price points. Despite being an outdated term, penny stocks still hold relevance as potential investment areas when they come with strong financial health...

As the FTSE 100 index faces challenges due to weak trade data from China and declining commodity prices, investors are seeking stability in an uncertain market environment. In such conditions, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream, making them an attractive option for those looking to navigate the current economic landscape.

Coca-Cola HBC's (LON:CCH) stock is up by a considerable 31% over the past three months. Since the market usually pay...

In February 2026, European markets have shown resilience amidst global volatility, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index reaching a new high and key indices like Germany's DAX and France's CAC 40 posting gains. This positive sentiment is supported by stable economic indicators such as unchanged ECB rates and a slowdown in inflation, creating an environment where small-cap stocks with strong fundamentals may present attractive opportunities for investors seeking growth potential.

Most readers would already be aware that Berkeley Group Holdings' (LON:BKG) stock increased significantly by 11% over...

The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...

S&U plc's ( LON:SUS ) investors are due to receive a payment of £0.35 per share on 6th of March. Even though the...

What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? Typically...

GSK plc ( LON:GSK ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the...

With its stock down 22% over the past three months, it is easy to disregard Frontier Developments (LON:FDEV). But if...

Even if it's not a huge purchase, we think it was good to see that Hooman Javvi, the CEO & Director of Porvair plc...

When we invest, we're generally looking for stocks that outperform the market average. And in our experience, buying...

Potential Flowtech Fluidpower plc ( LON:FLO ) shareholders may wish to note that the Independent Non-Executive Chair...

Altitude Group's (LON:ALT) stock is up by a considerable 19% over the past month. Given that stock prices are usually...

AstraZeneca (LSE:AZN) has received U.S. FDA Priority Review for DATROWAY in advanced triple negative breast cancer. Imfinzi combined with chemotherapy has been recommended for EU approval in early-stage gastric and gastroesophageal cancers. The company has expanded its global obesity and diabetes portfolio through a new partnership with CSPC Pharmaceuticals. AstraZeneca, listed in London as LSE:AZN, is pushing further into oncology while widening its reach in metabolic disease. The Priority...