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Poor trading in Spain and Italy results in weaker revenues. Increased smartphone penetration sees data revenues grow. The Share Centre continues to recommend investors buy Vodafone... read more

Persistent problems in Europe impact company profits. Growth prospects remain for BHP Billiton in the longer term. The Share Centre continues to recommend investors to BHP Billiton... read more

Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, picks one of the UK's largest life insurers, Prudential, as his share of the week.... read more

The number of buy-to-let mortgages taken out in 2011 increased by 84,000, according to new data. The figures, released by the Council of Mortgage Lenders CML, indicate that the second half of the year... read more

The economic downturn is increasingly causing people to turn to debt generating means to pay for essentials needs such as food, rent and utility bills. Usually the individuals that suffer from financial... read more

Resistance to the deal could lead to improved situation for shareholders. Xstrata remains attractive but investors are told to hold. The Share Centre believes negotiations could rumble on for some time... read more

First-time buyers worried about the initial outlay of money and future risks of taking out a mortgage should look into the possibility of taking out a hybrid mortgage. A hybrid mortgage merges the benefits... read more

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Women are likely to be worst hit by debt issues in the coming years, according to an expert. Georgina Earle, director of Women In Debt, said that she is concerned over the number of women seeking debt... read more

With the unusually mild winter weather up to now, many people may not have been too worried about the cost of their gas and electricity bills. But with a cold front from Siberia descending on the UK, the... read more

Orders for the year are up by 50%. Company hopes fibre broadband network will attract new customers. The Share Centre continues to recommend investors buy BT... read more

Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, gives his thoughts on what to expect from companies announcing results w/c 6 February 2012.... read more

Students could be playing Russian roulette with their finances by taking out store cards without even understanding the meaning of APR. New research by the Chartered Insurance Institute has revealed that... read more

59% of US IPOs that launched in 2011 saw a decrease in share price. The Share Centre points to other plays in the sector with a proven track record. Investors still wanting to take the plunge should do so with caution... read more

Even though many Brits are still experiencing a post-Christmas financial hangover, 8.7 million UK adults have already booked a holiday. Research by Direct Line revealed that millions of Brits are taking... read more

Royal Dutch Shell disappoints the market with figures below expectations. Weakening global demand for oil impacts Royal Dutch Shell. Royal Dutch Shell set to increase quarterly dividend by 2%... read more

Although it is unlikely the Bank of England will increase interest rates in the near future, it is still wise to prepare. Mark Bower, managing director at moneymaxim.co.uk, said that while most people... read more

Pay freezes are an unfortunate consequence of the current stalling economy but Brits may need to tighten their belts as they look set to continue. According to Candidmoney.com, stagnant pay is likely to... read more

ARM Holdings has a strong cash flow and royalty pipeline. Results driven by demand for chips in tablets and smart phones. The Share Centre is reviewing its recommendation on ARM Holdings... read more

With interest rates as they are, it is more cost effective to tackle outstanding debts before trying to build up savings. Although most people are aware of the need to pay off loans and credit cards before... read more

Andy Parsons, head of investment research at The Share Centre, considers the Rathbone Income fund to add diversity down the market cap spectrum in a UK equity income portfolio.... read more

Debts need to be prioritised if people are to pay them off and avoid getting into a downward spiral. To tackle debt, it is best to create a budget to compare income against debt commitments and help identify... read more

Graham Spooner, investment research analyst from The Share Centre picks high risk gold play Medusa as his share of the week. Heres why;... read more

People are less willing to take a gamble on short-term fixed rate mortgages anymore. The popularity of longer-term fixed deals is growing as the uncertainty about when the interest rate will rise is leading... read more

Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, gives his thoughts on what to expect from companies announcing results w/c 30 January 2012.... read more

In these challenging times, many homeowners have been left with the dilemma of whether to stay in their current place and invest in improving it or move up the property ladder. There is a case for doing... read more

The cost of raising a child is increasing, putting an added strain on parents' finances. A survey by LV has revealed that the rising cost of childcare, education and food bills has made the total cost... read more

The internet has proved to be a valuable resource for people trying to get to grips with their finances. Phil Perry, director at Ark Financial Planning, said that resources online, especially comparison... read more

Women are more likely to set up a saving account than men, but the boys build up more money. These are the findings of a new study by Natwest which revealed there are a higher number of female savers,... read more

More than half of those aged over 60 are finding it more difficult to make ends meet as the impact of the recession bites. This is according to an ICM poll for Age UK, which revealed that 4.5 million people... read more

It is important for parents to avoid burdening their children with their own views on money. According to Rasheed Ogunlaru, life coach and motivational speaker at rasaru.com, children should be offered... read more

Having to be more careful with money following the recession has made people more spending savvy in general. According to Ed Bowsher, head of consumer finance at lovemoney.com, it has forced people to... read more

With Vince Cable today unveiling plans to give shareholders a binding vote on executive pay in an effort to deal with excessive salaries, Gavin Oldham, chief executive of The Share Centre, gives his view.... read more

With many savings accounts offering low rates of interest, homeowners are choosing to invest their money in their home while they wait for the economy to pick up. This is the opinion of Jaimie Kendry,... read more

Graham Spooner, investment research analyst at The Share Centre, gives his thoughts on what to expect from companies announcing results w/c 23 January 2012.... read more

Many young people may be forced to live at home with their parents for longer in order to create a solid financial base for themselves. Rasheed Ogunlaru, life coach and motivational speaker at rasaru.com,... read more

Track and fix hybrid mortgages could be the ideal choice for many homeowners in the UK, according to MyMortgageDirect. John Charcol recently claimed that December was the strongest month yet for the hybrid... read more

Brits are becoming less satisfied with their credit card providers, with customers claiming to be only an average of 77 per cent content with their service and fees. The annual uSwitch Credit Card Satisfaction... read more

Increased revenues across the company. Weakening commodity prices expected to contribute to further improvements. The Share Centre recommends investors buy Associated British Foods... read more

People in the UK need to lay their hands on an extra £38 billion in order to have the same standard of living they experienced in 2010. For households where the main occupants are aged between 65... read more

More and more people in the UK are becoming concerned about their ability to meet rising energy costs. A poll by uSwitch.com to mark Big Energy Week has revealed that after several years of slowly rising... read more

The UK is back in recession once again, meaning a tough time for savers and borrowers alike this year. According to the Institute for Public Policy Research ippr, judging by the figures for growth in... read more

Experian reports another set of solid results. Latin America continues to lead company growth. The Share Centre continues to recommend investors buy Experian... read more

Andy Parsons, head of investment research at The Share Centre, takes a closer look at the top funds purchased by investors in December 2011.... read more

Anyone looking for a bit of extra cash to help make ends meet may want to raid the loft, if new figures are anything to go by. Research by Lovelyjubbly, an online auction site, revealed that Brits are... read more

Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, picks Vodafone as his share of the week. Heres why:... read more

Young people need to start saving money as soon as possible in order to ensure they are properly provided for in retirement and old age. Robin Ellison, head of strategic development for pensions at Pinsent... read more

Andy Parsons, head of investment research at The Share Centre, explains why these three funds have been added to the Platinum 120 and what they offer investors.... read more

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Despite the base rate remaining low following the Monetary Policy Committee's decision to maintain it at 0.5 per cent for the 34th consecutive month, mortgage rates are on the up. According to independent... read more

Saving money is a popular new year's resolution for many people. However, if you're looking to put cash away over the next 12 months it is important to consider the best ways of doing so. Of course,... read more

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Tesco expects to see minimal profit growth in 2013. Poor economic conditions see UK sales continue to slump. The Share Centre does not expect to see the share price rise quickly.... read more

As people struggle in the current climate it can be tempting to raid savings to help make ends meet. While this is fine, many parents are faced with the temptation of whether or not to withdraw money they... read more

First time buyers could soon receive a helping hand to assist them with getting on to the property ladder. According to the Building Societies Association BSA, initiatives are being put in place to ensure... read more

Graham Spooner, investment research analyst at The Share Centre, picks oil giant Royal Dutch Shell as his share of the week. Heres why:... read more

Food sales help offset weaker homeware sales. Discounting sees weaker full year margin expectations. The Share Centre continues to recommend investors buy Marks and Spencer... read more

Almost a third of Brits would not have enough money to last them until the weekend if they had to rely solely on their savings. New research by First Direct has found that 28 per cent of households have... read more

Around 20 per cent of Brits admit that they struggle to manage their debts, a statistics perhaps worsened by the recent Christmas splurging. New research from the Money Advice Trust found that one in five... read more

People in financial hardship could be missing out on benefits which could prevent the need to turn to payday loans. According to the fifth annual Post Office Consumer Credit Report, 12 million people will... read more

There are some really good mortgage deals available despite the current property climate. However, Catherine Hearnden, director at MyMortgageDirect, warned that many of the great deals are only good for... read more

With David Cameron promising shareholders a binding vote on executive pay in an effort to deal with excessive salaries, Gavin Oldham, chief executive of The Share Centre, gives his view.... read more

With all the warnings about people overstretching their budgets in the run up to Christmas, it is unsurprising that the number of Brits seeking debt advice doubles in January. According to the fifth annual... read more

Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, gives his thoughts on what to expect from companies announcing results w/c 9 January 2012.... read more

Families with young children have been disproportionately hit by the government's austerity measures, meaning that many may struggle to avoid poverty and stay out of debt. Dr Katherine Rake, chief... read more

Graham Spooner, investment research analyst at The Share Centre, explains why Kenmare Resources is his share of the week.... read more

Directory sales continue to drive growth for the retailer. Store sales continue to slip. The Share Centre continues to recommend investors hold Next... read more

The housing market is widely reported as being stagnant at the moment, but what can homeowners do if they are looking to sell up or move on? Miles Shipside, commercial director at Rightmove.co.uk, said... read more

Payday loans can be an important tool to meet unexpected costs or expenditures, but borrowers need to be aware that they should not be using them to make ends meet or to pay their rent or mortgage. A new... read more

Smoking is not just harmful to health, it could be having a negative impact on Brits' finances, if new figures are to be believed. According to a poll by the Department of Health, smokers are underestimating... read more

Savers looking to make the most of their money and protect it in the current climate could be putting it at risk through a lack of awareness. According to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme FSCS... read more

Anyone hoping to get on the property ladder needs to go in search of the best savings rates to give them a decent chance of succeeding. This is according to spokesman for PricedOut Matt Griffith, who explained... read more

When it comes to looking for a cheap mortgage, buyers may want to avoid making a purchase in some London boroughs if new figures are anything to go by. Lloyds TSB has shed light on the most expensive addresses... read more

Cheap mortgages may have been difficult to come by over recent months, but new figures from Halifax suggest this could be about to change. Its First-Time Buyer Tracker Review shows that affordability is... read more

If you're keen to maximise your money as much as possible, you might be eager to invest your money in the FTSE 250 and stay ahead of the stock exchange. However, if you are new to this, using certain... read more

Most people will be aware that auto-enrolment will come into force next year, with employees given one month to opt out. With concern about the number of people failing to save enough money to keep them... read more

With rising living costs, pay freezes and now Christmas just days away, many people will have put festive gifts and food on credit. However, buying things on loans, credit cards or store cards is usually... read more

The older generation will spend around £900 million on food and drink over the festive period this year. Research by Saga has found that the over-50s expect to provide Christmas with all the trimmings... read more

It's no wonder Brits find Christmas such an expensive time of the year given that many celebrate it more than once a year. A new study by American Express found that half of people in the UK will have... read more

Everyone enjoys a novelty or quirky gift for Christmas, but what about an unusual alterative such as a boob job, body piercing or botox treatment.... read more

Is Christmas set to leave you cash strapped? Are you one of the millions of people who dipped into the red in order to fund the festivities?... read more

With many people splashing the cash this Christmas, it's no surprise that many people could find themselves in financial difficulty in the New Year. So financial planning firm Baigrie Davies have claimed... read more

Plans to reform the financial industry should not negatively impact mortgage availability to first time buyers. Yesterday December 19th, the Financial Services Authority announced it is planning to introduce... read more

Women are way ahead when it comes to embracing the bargain Christmas culture taking the nation by storm. New research by Tesco Bank has revealed that women are savvier than men when it comes to making... read more

Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, picks the UKs number one broadband service provider, BT, as this weeks share of the week,find out why... read more

The majority of people will be aware of the struggle first time buyers face to get a foot on the property ladder. Headlines for the last few months have highlighted the plight of potential homebuyers,... read more

While many people may be feeling the pinch in the run up to Christmas, there is one age-group who are defying all of the trends. According to research from Saga, two-thirds of the over-50s are defying... read more

Gavin Oldham, chief executive at The Share Centre, predicts that although the stormy economic environment will continue to send waves of volatility across the UK stock market during 2012, the FTSE 100 will end the year significantly higher at 6,565.... read more

Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, gives his thoughts on what to expect from companies announcing results w/c 19 December 2011.... read more

Setting budgets and making plans for shopping well in advance can help people save money in the run up to Christmas and combat financial struggles. Hilary Bruffell, co-founder of makeitandmendit.com, said... read more

From seeking out the cheapest van insurance policy to ensuring you change gear smoothly, there are a number of ways in which you can lower the cost of motoring. Doing so can save you a significant sum... read more

With so much doom and gloom surrounding the state of the economy, many young people could be forgiven for thinking they may never have the money to save up for their own home. However, Matt Hutchinson,... read more

As the parliamentary debate for compulsory financial education for young people takes place today Gavin Oldham, chief executive at The Share Centre, shares his thoughts on the issue.... read more

Most people who are currently finding it hard to pay their mortgage will eventually find the solution that suits them, according to What Mortgage. The comments follow new research from Shelter, which has... read more

As the cold weather sets in and Christmas is just around the corner, Graham Spooner, investment research analyst at The Share Centre, looks at what companies may benefit during this period.... read more

Like-for-like profits expected to increase by over 20%. Petrofac announces aggressive target to double recurring revenues by 2015. The Share Centre continues to recommend investors buy Petrofac... read more

There are only three months of the stamp duty 'tax holiday' remaining, so first time buyers need to be quick if they want to benefit. The National Association of Estate Agents NAEA warned first... read more

Sheridan Admans, investment research manager at The Share Centre, picks the world's largest contract caterer, Compass Group, as his share of the week.... read more