Tag: UK stocks


  • Two dividend shares to watch in 2026: Lloyds and GSK

    Two dividend shares to watch in 2026: Lloyds and GSK

    Why 2026 could be a rebound year for dividend stocks As interest rates trend lower after hitting recent highs, investors are reassessing the appeal of dividend shares. In 2026, established UK names with reliable payout histories are drawing renewed attention from income-focused investors. Among them, Lloyds Banking Group (LSE: LLOY) and GlaxoSmithKline (LSE: GSK) stand…

  • Eight dirt-cheap UK stocks tipped to soar in 2026—and they all pay a dividend

    Eight dirt-cheap UK stocks tipped to soar in 2026—and they all pay a dividend

    Why these UK stocks could bounce in 2026 As markets nervously eye 2026, investors are hunting for value, resilience, and steady income. A group of eight dirt-cheap British stocks has caught the attention of market observers for combining potential upside with reliable dividend payments. While nothing is guaranteed in equity markets, these picks are seen…

  • Eight dirt-cheap UK stocks tipped to soar in 2026 — and they all pay a dividend

    Eight dirt-cheap UK stocks tipped to soar in 2026 — and they all pay a dividend

    Introduction: A contrarian path for 2026 As volatility lingers and headlines swing between fears of a broader market pullback and pockets of opportunity, contrarian investors are looking at UK shares that trade on low valuations and offer reliable dividends. Leading market commentators, including veteran columnist Jeff Prestridge, argue that value-focused picks could deliver meaningful upside…

  • Eight Dirt-Cheap British Stocks Poised to Soar in 2026 — All Pay Dividends

    Eight Dirt-Cheap British Stocks Poised to Soar in 2026 — All Pay Dividends

    UK Stocks on the Radar for 2026 As 2026 unfolds, many investors are scanning the UK market for value opportunities that combine upside potential with reliable income. The latest sentiment from several market observers points to eight dirt-cheap British stocks that analysts believe could deliver meaningful gains next year — and, notably, every one of…

  • London IPOs Are Dribbling Back, but Funds Are Short on Cash

    London IPOs Are Dribbling Back, but Funds Are Short on Cash

    London IPOs Are Returning, Yet Demand Is Cautious London’s initial public offerings (IPOs) are making a cautious comeback after years of stagnation, yet the rush of eager buyers that typically follows a hot listing is notably subdued. The rebound is real — evidenced by new flotations such as Shawbrook Group Plc — but fund managers…

  • FTSE 100 Dips as Gold Pullback and Easing Gaza Tensions Weigh on Markets

    FTSE 100 Dips as Gold Pullback and Easing Gaza Tensions Weigh on Markets

    FTSE 100 slips as gold loses momentum and defence stocks retreat The FTSE 100 gave back some of Friday’s gains as gold prices cooled and easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East dampened demand for defence stocks. By mid-morning, London’s blue-chip index was hovering around 9,498, down modestly as miners and energy shares weighed on…

  • FTSE 100 Live: Lloyds climbs as gold vaults over $4,000 while miners rally

    FTSE 100 Live: Lloyds climbs as gold vaults over $4,000 while miners rally

    Market snapshot: a broad-based lift for UK stocks The FTSE 100 finished the session higher, edging up and extending a remarkable stretch of gains as investors rotated into a mix of high‑quality cyclicals and financials. Lloyds Banking Group contributed to the move for banks, while miners propelled the index with copper and precious metal exposures…

  • FTSE 100 Surges as Lloyds, Miners Lead; Gold Breaks $4,000 Again

    FTSE 100 Surges as Lloyds, Miners Lead; Gold Breaks $4,000 Again

    FTSE 100 hits fresh intraday highs as banks and miners drive gains The London market moved decisively higher on Wednesday, with the FTSE 100 punching through key levels as a blend of financials and miners spearheaded the rally. By late trading, the index was hovering around the 9,550 area, having touched intraday highs near 9,577.08…