Passive income from dividend stocks

The FTSE 100 index comprises the 100 largest companies by market capitalisation. These companies are typically well-established and financially stable, making them reliable dividend payers.  The average dividend yield for the FTSE 100 is around 3.97%. Here are ten dividend stocks in the FTSE 100 British American Tobacco (BATS) – KnownRead More →

Financial trading app

Freetrade acquires Stake’s UK customer base, increasing domestic presence amid intense competition with similar apps such as Robinhood The British retail investment platform Freetrade is set to acquire the UK customer base of its Australian competitor Stake, highlighting the growing competition in the UK’s digital investment sector. The acquisition, initiallyRead More →

Unloved rally

The unloved rally: A paradox The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have been reaching all-time highs with remarkable frequency, notching nearly thirty record days in 2024, including four in the past week. Despite this stellar performance, a considerable number of investors remain hesitant. Let’s explore the reasons behind this paradox. LingeringRead More →

A Wise Owl

Warren Buffett, renowned as one of history’s most successful investors, has imparted invaluable insights that can help steer you on your investment path. Rule No. 1 is never lose money. Rule No. 2 is never forget Rule No. 1 This straightforward statement has significant connotations. Although the aim of investingRead More →

Investing in individual stocks can be both thrilling and profitable, yet it carries inherent risks. To make informed decisions, it’s important to adhere to some fundamental steps. Define Your Goals Before diving into stock picking, consider your investment goals Invest for the longer-term, it works! KIS – Keep It Simple!Read More →

Quiet Luxury

Quiet luxury is a fashion trend that emphasizes understated elegance, timeless style, and high-quality materials. It is the opposite of flashy logos, loud colors, and fast fashion. Quiet luxury is about investing in pieces that are durable, versatile, and refined.  Some examples of quiet luxury brands are Hermes, Prada-owned MiuRead More →

A wise investor

The Omaha-based conglomerate’s operating earnings totalled $10.761 billion last quarter, 40.6% higher than from the same quarter in 2022. Berkshire held a record level of cash at the end of September 2023 of $157.2 billion. The ‘Oracle of Omaha’ has been taking advantage of surging bond yields, buying up short-termRead More →