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Magazine - 23 Jan 2025

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Quantum computing. This investment theme caught fire at the end of 2024 but the latest digital magazine looks beyond the hype to give a detailed picture of the current state of play.

Plus, discover how US banks fourth-quarter results set the tone for the current US earnings season and what to expect from the Magnificent Seven, find out about the initial market response to Trump 2.0 and get a review of how the retail big hitters got on over Christmas.

Investment ideas include a specialist housebuilder with recovery potential and a private equity investment trust.

Read stories on Royal Caribbean Cruises, the Lifetime ISA, Lululemon, Currys, AG Barr and more.

Feature

Quantum computing - Should you believe the hype and how can you get involved?

Some experts say the technology could create trillions of dollars of value over the next decade, but there are huge risks attached

News

FTSE 100 hits all-time high on easing inflation and year-low in sterling

Special situations aside, the gains have come from oils, banks and miners

News

Cloud growth, AI appetite and margins crucial for big tech earnings

Key companies such as Microsoft, Apple, Amazon and Tesla are set to report next week

Great Ideas

Vistry shares are an attractive risk-reward proposition for the year ahead

Despite a raft of downgrades, the business has solid foundations

News

Trustpilot shares soar 61% over the past six months

Bookings momentum in North America and an uplift in full year 2024 guidance responsible

Feature

US banks reap the spoils of post-election jump in risk assets and funding

After a blow-out fourth quarter, investors expect further gains this year

News

Trump promises a ‘golden age of America’ at the expense of trade partners

Tariffs of 25% could be imposed on Canada and Mexico within days

News

IG Design shares hit two-year low after major US customer re-enters Chapter 11

Americas division hit by weak seasonal sales and delayed customer orders

Feature

The festive retail scorecard: who has done best and worst?

Tesco, Next and Currys are among the clear Christmas winners so far, but JD Sports and Dunelm failed to deliver any cheer

Editor's View

Will mining M&A speculation prove to be more than just idle chatter?

Prospective deals between giants often end up going unconsummated

Great Ideas

It’s time to take the money and run in Lululemon

A 40%-plus return in less than six months is plenty for us

Week Ahead

Can Irn-Bru maker AG Barr bring the fizz?

The soft drinks business should report a strong second-half showing from its four core brands

News

Will Royal Caribbean Cruises continue to benefit from robust demand and pricing trends?

US cruise operator has seen shares gain 43% over the past six months

Great Ideas

Buy Buffett-beater CT Private Equity Trust for capital growth and quarterly dividends

This differentiated private equity fund has delivered over the long term and a near-30% discount presents a compelling buying opportunity

Great Ideas

Why we’re happy to stay plugged in to Currys after 60% rally

Electronics retailer has carved out an attractive niche for itself

Russ Mould

Why the 2020s may not roar like the 1980s in America

How US and Chinese markets compare and why Trump inherits a very different backdrop than Reagan

Money Matters

My Financial Life – juggling demands on your finances in your 30s with the need to plan ahead

Pensions might not feel that relevant just yet but the earlier you start the better

Ask Rachel

Can I bequest my SIPP assets to charity tax free?

Our resident expert helps with another question about pensions and retirement

Personal Finance

Four groups who should consider a Lifetime ISA

The people for whom the tax wrapper is relevant with its future in focus