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Gold and silver swing as Warsh rumor triggers market shift and FTSE hits new high
business25 days ago

Gold and silver swing as Warsh rumor triggers market shift and FTSE hits new high

Gold tumbled as much as 8% to about $4,465/oz before closing around 3% lower at $4,718.35, while silver slid up to 7% intraday and then about 3.3% to $81.75, after Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to chair the Fed and investors weighed the policy outlook. The volatility helped push the FTSE 100 above 10,300 to a record high, with oil and copper retreating and bitcoin recovering; Deutsche Bank still expects gold to reach $6,000 this year as safe‑haven demand fluctuates. Year over year, gold is up ~65% and silver ~120%.

AI stock-picking test yields mixed results on UK dividends for ISAs
investing1 month ago

AI stock-picking test yields mixed results on UK dividends for ISAs

Harvey Jones uses ChatGPT to identify FTSE stocks with 7%+ yields for a UK ISA; the bot highlights Phoenix Group, M&G and Taylor Wimpey but relies on outdated data, while Ithaca Energy and Bluefield Solar Income Fund are flagged as less reliable. Actual yields have moved (Phoenix ~7.3%, M&G ~6.8%, Taylor Wimpey ~8.7–9.2%), and Jones warns that very high yields can be volatile or unsustainable. He still sees potential in the three names with a long-term view but emphasizes doing his own research rather than trusting a bot.

FTSE 100 Reaches Record Highs: Is It Time to Invest?
business1 month ago

FTSE 100 Reaches Record Highs: Is It Time to Invest?

The FTSE 100 has reached a record high, prompting discussions on whether now is a good time to invest, especially for first-timers. While investing can offer higher long-term returns compared to savings, it involves risks, and many people still lack sufficient emergency savings. The government and regulators are encouraging more investment, but caution is advised due to potential overvaluation and market volatility, particularly in AI-related stocks. New rules will also make financial guidance more accessible, though not personalized, to help consumers make informed decisions.

Preparing for the Inevitable: Navigating Market Volatility and Crashes
finance2 months ago

Preparing for the Inevitable: Navigating Market Volatility and Crashes

The article discusses the possibility of a stock market crash, noting that despite recent volatility and economic uncertainties, markets have performed well this year. It emphasizes the importance for investors to stay prepared for a crash at any time to capitalize on potential bargains, citing past market dips as opportunities for strategic investment.