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Lloyds (LLOY:LON) shares are in a very strong uptrend at present. This year, they have surged from 55p to 79p – a gain of 44%. Could Lloyds’ share price hit £1 in the near future? Let’s take a look at the set-up for the FTSE 100 bank stock. Why Lloyds shares are rising in 2025
ETFs vs Index Funds: Which is better for investors?
Passive investing through ETFs and Index funds has soared in popularity, and with good reason. It offers a low-cost, hands-off way to track markets. But when choosing between ETFs and index funds, it’s important to understand the key differences. “There’s been a huge shift towards passive investing in recent years,” says Danielle Farley, passive investment
Lightyear Hits $1 Billion in Customer Assets And Secures $23 Million For Expansion
UK investment app Lightyear has reached a major milestone, announcing it now manages over $1 billion in customer assets, just three years after launching. The announcement comes alongside the company’s $23 million Series B funding round, led by NordicNinja and supported by Lightspeed, Metaplanet, and notable tech angels including Markus Villig (Bolt) and Lars Trunin
Is eToro good for beginner investors?
Yes, eToro is good for beginners as the platform is really simple and they offer access to the most popular and trending investment. But there are also some downsides and significant risks for those new to investing. In this guide, I’ll go through why eToro is good for beginner traders, why it’s not, and also
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Spread betting broker IG has significantly expanded its extended hours trading offering, allowing clients to trade over 200 popular US stocks outside traditional market hours. From 21st July 2025, IG clients can trade from 9am to 1am (Monday to Thursday) and 9am to 10pm on Fridays, well beyond standard US market hours. This feature is
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How To Receive A Large Amount Of Money From Abroad
The cheapest way to receive large amounts of money from abroad is is to use a currency broker. Follow these steps to ensure you get the best exchange rate when receiving foreign currency. Open an account with a currency broker like OFX or Currencies Direct (they will give you much better exchange rates than banks). A currency broker can receive