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Primark owner Associated British Foods is an overlooked gem going cheap — should you buy shares?
Associated British Foods, the owner of Primark, is a family-owned business, which means it is passed over by the increasingly popular passive investment funds. That spells opportunity for private investors, says Jamie Ward.
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Are European stocks too cheap to ignore?
European stocks have enjoyed a surprisingly strong start to the year, with investors piling in despite the many problems facing the continent.
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Will China thrive during the Year of the Snake - or will Trump’s tariffs bite?
As the Chinese lunar new year begins, investors will be wondering whether allocating to the world’s second-largest economy will “rattle” up some big returns, or whether Trump’s tariffs will take a “venomous bite” out of investment performance
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Is the US economy set for success?
Ignore the pessimists: US stocks will keep charging ahead, says Max King
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What investors can expect from stocks and economies in 2025
There are reasons for investors to be hopeful about 2025, with slowing interest rates and moderating oil prices. But trouble may be brewing in bond markets
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Chinese stocks slump on first trading day of 2025
Chinese stocks suffered in the new year from their worst first day of trading since 2016, despite a state stimulus package
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How did emerging markets perform in 2024?
Emerging markets underperformed their developed counterparts in 2024, but there are signs of recovery. We look at the biggest winners and losers of 2024, and the key trends shaping these markets
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South Korean won hits 15-year low
After Yoon Suk Yeol's failure to declare martial law, South Korean markets are reeling, with the weakest won since 2009. Will this worsen the Korea discount?
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Is the stock market open on New Year?
We look at the stock market opening hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
