Volatile Christmas trading leaves more of a mess at retailer M&S

Volatile Christmas trading leaves more of a mess at retailer M&S
Last year was grim for retailers, while M&S, the clothing sector’s chronic underperformer, struggled at Christmas too. Matthew Partridge reports.
15 Jan 2021
Share tips of the week
Share tips of the week
MoneyWeek’s comprehensive guide to the best of this week’s share tips from the rest of the UK's financial pages.
15 Jan 2021
How to invest in Africa as it takes its place in the post-pandemic sun

How to invest in Africa as it takes its place in the post-pandemic sun
The African Continental Free Trade Agreement has come into force. Favourable demographics, improving governance and a growing technology sector also b…
14 Jan 2021
Cliff Asness: lighten up on growth

Cliff Asness: lighten up on growth
Anyone paying attention to history would at least have to consider “lightening up” on growth and sticking to, or even adding to, their positions in va…
11 Jan 2021
The days of plenty are coming for insurers – it’s time to buy

The days of plenty are coming for insurers – it’s time to buy
Between Covid-19 and tropical storms, last year will leave insurance companies with some hefty payouts. But investors shouldn’t be put off. John Chamb…
8 Jan 2021
How the UK press’s share tipsters fared in 2020, and what they’ve picked for 2021
How the UK press’s share tipsters fared in 2020, and what they’ve picked for 2021
In a turbulent year for markets, the UK press’s share tipsters acquitted themselves well. Here's how they fared, and what they're tipping for 2021.
8 Jan 2021
Secure your portfolio against the warfare of the future
Secure your portfolio against the warfare of the future
The Covid-19 pandemic is just the latest reminder that traditional military equipment such as jets or aircraft carriers can’t always keep countries sa…
7 Jan 2021

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How my trading tips fared in 2020
How my trading tips fared in 2020
Winning ideas included going long media group ITV and shorting electric-lorry maker Nikola
30 Dec 2020
Six investment trusts to tuck away now – and six to sell
Six investment trusts to tuck away now – and six to sell
Max King presents his round-up of the “lame ducks” of 2020 and highlights six “Cinderella” trusts: strong performers that have not received the recogn…
29 Dec 2020
Why investors can’t afford to ignore Japanese stocks
Why investors can’t afford to ignore Japanese stocks
Japan boasts the broadest market outside the US, replete with cash-rich, resilient companies that have battled their way through 30 years of deflation…
28 Dec 2020
Five Aim stocks with plenty of potential for 2021
Five Aim stocks with plenty of potential for 2021
Investing in Aim shares can make you a great deal of money – but you need to do your research. Michael Taylor of Shifting Shares picks five of his fav…
27 Dec 2020
Five funds to profit as metal prices bounce back
Five funds to profit as metal prices bounce back
Prices of commodities, notably base metals, have started to rise as the world rebounds from Covid-19. David Stevenson picks the five best funds to buy…
26 Dec 2020
Go for growth: the best bets in the US stockmarket
Go for growth: the best bets in the US stockmarket
Nellie S. Huang and Anne Kates Smith of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance choose their favourites for 2021.
25 Dec 2020
Three high-quality stocks at low valuations
Three high-quality stocks at low valuations
Professional investor Joe Bauernfreund of the AVI Global Trust selects three of his favourite enterprises that currently trade at a discount to the v…
24 Dec 2020
What to invest in as we move into a world beyond lockdown
What to invest in as we move into a world beyond lockdown
Has Covid-19 changed our relationship with cities for good? Will government responses to the pandemic finally ignite inflation this year? John Stepek …
24 Dec 2020
UK share tips of the week
UK share tips of the week
MoneyWeek’s comprehensive guide to the best of this week’s share tips from the rest of the UK's financial pages.
24 Dec 2020
Cyberpunk 2077: Poland’s Punk project punished
Cyberpunk 2077: Poland’s Punk project punished
Polish software group CD Projekt’s much-hyped game Cyberpunk 2077 was expected to sell around 30 million copies at $60 each. But Sony pulled it from s…
23 Dec 2020
Where to find sustainable growth in renewable energy
Where to find sustainable growth in renewable energy
The renewable energy sector has come a long way, but there is still plenty of momentum in funds and utility stocks.
21 Dec 2020
Three top-quality global stocks that will stand the test of time
Three top-quality global stocks that will stand the test of time
Professional investor Tom Wildgoose of the Nomura Global High Conviction Fund picks three stocks from overseas markets that should stand UK investors …
21 Dec 2020
MoneyWeek writers’ top investment tips for 2021
MoneyWeek writers’ top investment tips for 2021
Eleven of MoneyWeek’s best writers outline their top tips for 2021, ranging from a Latin American e-commerce giant to a Canadian oil play.
18 Dec 2020
Share tips of the week
Share tips of the week
MoneyWeek’s comprehensive guide to the best of this week’s share tips from the rest of the UK's financial pages.
18 Dec 2020
AstraZeneca turns the tables as it acquires US pharmaceutical firm Alexion
AstraZeneca turns the tables as it acquires US pharmaceutical firm Alexion
AstraZeneca, the British pharma giant, was almost swallowed up by Pfizer a few years ago. Now it has struck a megadeal of its own. Matthew Partridge r…
17 Dec 2020