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Aviva (LON: AV.) share: Should ESG-conscious investors go for it?
February 16, 2022 01:47 PM GMT| By Rishika RainaUK-based global life insurance firm Aviva plc (LON: AV.) has been attracting the attention of investors, especially the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) conscious ones, as the company is investing in renewable energy insurance and is wor.....
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HSBC (HSBA), Barclays (BARC) funding new oil & gas projects: Should you buy?
February 14, 2022 09:42 AM GMT| By Priya BhandariHighlights Banks like Barclays, HSBC, and Deutsche Bank are funding new oil and gas despite supporting the UK’s net zero by 2050 goals. To achieve the net zero by 2050 goals, no new oil and natural gas fields should be added to the existi.....
5 FTSE investment trusts that have survived market fluctuations
February 09, 2022 01:15 PM GMT| By Priya BhandariHighlights Investment trusts are the companies that pool the investment from their shareholders and invest in a diversified portfolio of assets such as shares, bonds, or other assets with an aim to generate long-term profit. Data provided by th.....
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Challenger banks racing ahead of traditional rivals
February 09, 2022 10:28 AM GMT| By Sreenivas D AjankarHighlights According to a survey conducted by the UK-based consumer brand, Which? The digital challenger banks were rated higher for their customer service and mobile apps. Challenger banks have a digital-first approach and use software and new.....
Lloyds Bank (LLOY) warns customers about increasing WhatsApp scams
February 07, 2022 09:26 AM GMT| By Rishika RainaHighlights Lloyds Banks has issued a word of warning over the increasing number of WhatsApp scams. WhatsApp scams have gone up by over 2000% last year and the average loss suffered by the victims of these scams stood at around £1,950.&nbs.....
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3 banking stocks you can buy ahead of BoE’s policy decision
February 03, 2022 09:57 AM GMT| By Sreenivas D AjankarThe Bank of England (BoE) will announce the outcome of its monetary policy meeting today. The rising inflation in the country that surged to 5.4% in December 2021, its highest level since March 1992, could be the main focus of the meeting outcome. .....
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5 lesser-known financial stocks that have given returns of over 20%
February 02, 2022 01:36 PM GMT| By Rishika RainaHighlights Financial sector stocks may fall under categories like retail and commercial banking, asset management, and insurance. Some financial stocks may gain from rising inflation and interest rates. The financial sector is very d.....
Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust (SMT) stocks: Is it a buy?
January 28, 2022 06:05 PM GMT| By Priya BhandariScottish Mortgage Investment Trust Plc (LON: SMT), the publicly traded closed-ended investment trust and one of the most recognized in the UK is currently under the watch of investors as the trust has rewarded investors loyalty with a strong perfor.....
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Fevertree (LON: FEVR) shares: Should you buy despite muted guidance?
January 28, 2022 10:20 AM GMT| By Sreenivas D AjankarFTSE AIM-listed premium tonic water maker Fevertree Drinks Plc (LON: FEVR) shares slumped around 9 per cent despite announcing an excellent top-line performance in its business update for the year ended 31 December 2021. Full-year trading update .....
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Lloyds (LLOY) & Barclays (BARC): Should you hold these banking stocks?
January 27, 2022 10:05 AM GMT| By Sreenivas D AjankarHighlights An estimated 2.5 million UK households have either missed or defaulted on at least one payment in January 2022. The rising number of interest payment defaults amongst the UK residents might negatively impact the banking stocks, espec.....
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Just & Prudential (LON: PRU): 2 FTSE insurance stocks to buy
January 25, 2022 01:43 PM GMT| By Suhita PoddarLord Frost, the former Brexit chief, called on PM Boris Johnson to scrap the £12 billion national insurance tax hike. Lord Frost stated the proposed April hike should be called off as the UK’s cost-of-living crisis is expected to worsen.....
XPS and PensionBee (PBEE): Are these 2 FTSE stocks a good buy?
January 24, 2022 02:29 PM GMT| By Suhita PoddarHighlights The Department for Work and Pensions has faced significant criticism over how it has managed long-term supersector state pension underpayments. Around 134,000 pensioners have been underpaid by over £1 billion, with certain mist.....
Omicron hit UK high street: Should you buy these 2 FTSE 100 stocks?
January 24, 2022 02:26 PM GMT| By Suhita PoddarHighlights December 2021 footfall in retail places dropped by 22.2 per cent in UK high streets and fell by 24.1 per cent across shopping centres compared to before the pandemic. Springboard estimates that upon hybrid and work from home st.....
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Big banks losing ground to fintech: 2 FTSE stocks to buy
January 24, 2022 09:41 AM GMT| By Suhita PoddarHighlights FCA found the percentage of personal current accounts holders with digital challenger banks rose about 8 per cent compared to 1 per cent in 2018. Startups have been attracting customers via easy to use and innovative mobile app.....
How to manage your investments in crypto market
January 22, 2022 12:17 AM GMT| By Priya BhandariCryptocurrencies were among the best-performing assets in the year 2021 as more and more investors started putting their money in digital currencies to make a quick profit. However, investing in crypto assets is a risky affair that is prone to wild.....
How UK crypto exchanges are coping with guidelines on ads?
January 21, 2022 02:01 PM GMT| By Sreenivas D AjankarHighlights Cryptocurrency frauds have skyrocketed in recent years as defrauders are taking advantage of consumer inexperience and limited knowledge. Some ads mislead consumers and do not give proper disclaimers about investment risk. The U.....
Why banking stocks are good options amid rising interest rates?
January 21, 2022 09:24 AM GMT| By Rishika RainaInflation in the UK has touched record high levels recently. Breaching the Bank of England’s 2% target with a heavy margin, the inflation level is expected to reach 6% by the spring of 2022. To counter the impact of soaring inflation, BoE is .....
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Should you buy Just (LON: JUST) shares in 2022?
January 21, 2022 07:42 AM GMT| By Priya BhandariHighlights The Financial services group reported increase in retirement income sales by 25% to £2.7 billion in FY2021. The group added that the organic capital generation for 2021 is expected to more than double compared to FY2020. .....
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Direct Line (DLG) & LGEN: 2 FTSE insurance stocks to buy
January 21, 2022 07:25 AM GMT| By Suhita PoddarHighlights The global insurance sector is forecasted to reach record levels of premiums amounting to over US$ 7 trillion earlier than previously estimated. The sector is set to achieve this level by mid-2022, compared to an earlier projec.....
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5 life insurance stocks you can put your money in
January 19, 2022 10:49 AM GMT| By Rishika RainaHighlights Getting life insurance is a way of securing yourself and your family financially. Life insurance stocks are relatively stable and thus are a great investment option. In 2020, Aviva life insurance plan was owned by approximatel.....
