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Why is Marks and Spencer (M&S) stock down today?
November 09, 2022 12:03 PM GMT| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,For the 26 weeks to 1 October, it posted a pre-tax profit of £205.5 million.,When compared to the same period last year, this is a 23.7% fall in pre-tax profits.,Uncertainties amid the cost-of-living crisis have hit several businesses. Es...
Dividend stocks to watch in November
November 09, 2022 06:30 AM GMT| By Rishika RainaChancellor Jeremy Hunt is contemplating a tax hit on dividends, which might help raise approximately £50 billion.
Stocks to explore as UK set to announce US gas deal
November 08, 2022 02:12 PM GMT| By Rishika RainaEnergy supply chains across the globe have been significantly affected due to the escalation of the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Are these LSE supermarket stocks worth exploring?
November 08, 2022 01:07 PM GMT| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,Shopkeepers are anticipating a slower-than-usual demand this Christmas due to the cost-of-living crisis.,A survey by Barclaycard has also confirmed the same, with two out of three respondents claiming they are planning to cut back on expe...
Stocks to watch as retirement stress rises
November 07, 2022 12:18 PM GMT| By Rishika RainaAviva revealed that about two-thirds (65%) of the people are fearful regarding the time span over which their pension savings would last.
Recruitment stocks investors can eye in November
November 07, 2022 12:04 PM GMT| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,Trends in the recruitment market seem to be changing, with employers ghosting candidates.,The situation seems to be different from a few months ago when employers went the extra mile to hire candidates amid a shortage.,Until recently, a t...
Which penny stocks can you check out amid recession fears?
November 04, 2022 01:07 PM GMT| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,Many investors look for penny stocks as they may offer better returns than large-cap firms.,However, investors should be careful in choosing penny stocks as they are extremely risky.,The UK is currently going through economic turbulence....
Kalkine Media explores road & rail stocks ahead of railway strikes
November 04, 2022 11:02 AM GMT| By Rishika RainaOn 5 November, which is the first day of the planned strike, 15 train operating firms would participate along with the RMT staff
Mortgage rates may spike again after BoE's rate hike: Stocks to watch
November 03, 2022 01:15 PM GMT| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,The Bank of England has hiked interest rates to 3%, pushing them to 33-year high.,A hike in interest means higher mortgage rates, as the latter is directly dependent on the former.,Ever since the Bank of England (BoE) started raising the...
UK motorists face a shock due to rocketing diesel prices
November 03, 2022 12:22 PM GMT| By Rishika Raina• The data revealed that the price of petrol went up, but not as much as that of diesel.
Construction slowdown jeopardises UK’s economic growth
November 03, 2022 09:09 AM GMT| By Rishika Raina• Development activity in construction is expected to flatline as the sector faces several challenges amid the worsening macro environment.
UK shop inflation surges to a record-high level
November 03, 2022 04:51 AM GMT| By Rishika RainaWith substantial hikes in milk, tea bags, and sugar prices, food prices reached a record-high level of 11.6%.
PODP, CWR, AFC: Key EV-related stocks to explore in November
November 01, 2022 01:46 PM GMT| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,A new report has claimed that geopolitical tensions and supply chain issues could hit the production of EV batteries.,The report said that OEMs might face strong headwinds due to these issues.,While people are shifting from electric vehic...
FTSE 100 energy stocks to check out in November
November 01, 2022 11:47 AM GMT| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,Energy bills are rising, and Brits are looking for ways to save money on them.,Several firms have come up with schemes to reduce the load on the grid during winter.,With energy bills set to rise to as much as £2,500 per year for an averag...
Stocks to watch as mortgage approvals plunge
November 01, 2022 11:32 AM GMT| By Rishika RainaAs the Bank of England (BoE) intends to lift the interest rates, borrowing is becoming more costly in the UK.
Stocks to watch amid energy market volatility
October 31, 2022 02:03 PM GMT| By Rishika Raina• Gas prices would continue to be unaffordable for majority of the households even in 2024, as per Scottish power.
Broadband stocks to add to watchlist in November
October 31, 2022 09:20 AM GMT| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,Calls for cheaper broadband plans have been growing amid the cost-of-living crisis.,Broadband providers are also expected to raise their prices in 2023, by as much as 14%.,Brits are struggling with the cost-living crisis and the situation...
Stocks to watch as winter energy supplies get a boost
October 30, 2022 12:00 PM GMT| By Rishika RainaAhead of one of the toughest winters in history, the UK’s largest gas storage site has been reopened.
Banks' profits fall despite rising interest, mortgage rates
October 29, 2022 12:00 PM BST| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,Interest and mortgage rates are rising, but the profits of LSE-listed lenders aren't going up despite higher revenue.,Banks are anticipating more loan and mortgage defaults due to economic pressures.,British banks have been in focus amid...
Which stocks to watch amid falling empty shop numbers?
October 28, 2022 10:54 AM BST| By Abhishek SharmaHighlights:,The number of empty shops across the UK is falling, but it is yet to reach the pre-pandemic levels.,The latest numbers show that the overall vacancy rate slipped to 13.9% in the July-September quarter.,Amid the falling consumer confidence...