Porsche AG (P911:ETR) €69.98Market cap: €31.3 billionAt first glance it may look like an odd time to pitch Porsche AG (P911:ETR) to readers, but we have seen many times that fundamentally good companies can be picked up on the relative cheap during testing times, and that's the scenario we now believe is in front of investors.The shares trade under the name of Dr ING F Porsche AG, which

Warning of potential first-half lossFY25 dividends suspendedNew chief executive appointedLuxury group Burberry (BRBY) posted another disappointing trading update, saying the market weakness it had experienced in the fourth quarter of its financial year to the end of March had continued into July meaning it needed to take drastic action to deliver a second-half improvement.As well as suspending its

Staying on top of fundamental developments for companies in your portfolio can seem like a daunting task. Share prices can be volatile around earnings reports and trading updates, so getting to grips with what has happened and why is an important part of successfully managing investments.This feature reveals three simple steps to demystifying a typical earnings report and getting a good steer on w

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP:NASDAQ) $34.60Market cap: $46.9 billionInvestors seeking to pep up portfolios with a quality consumer staple selling at a discount to peers should consider Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP:NASDAQ), the North American beverages pure-play whose attractions include a diverse brand portfolio, pricing power and the cash generation to support progressive dividends and share buybacks.Shares be

Full year profits plunge2025 year of transitionCost savings of £20 million to £25 millionInvestors in Dr. Martens (DOCS) have endured a torrid time since the iconic footwear firm's 2021 IPO (initial public offering), with the shares booted around 80% lower following a slew of profit warnings.Results for the year ended 31 March 2024 revealed another drop in profits after a challenging year, mostl

Stock prices in London were virtually unmoved Thursday morning, as investors carefully eye a flurry of US economic data.Amongst individual stocks, Auto Trader was the morning's star performer, after it posted higher annual revenue and profit. Bootmaker Dr Martens shares got a boost, too, despite warning of a gloomy outlook.The FTSE 100 index opened up 0.35 of a point at 8,183.42. The FTSE 250 was

Luxury demand slowdown weighsH1 to remain ?challenging?Wholesale revenue seen 25% lowerSlowing demand for luxury goods continues to impact Burberry (BRBY), whose shares remain firmly out of fashion with investors and cheapened 2.8% to £11.55 on the release of downbeat full-year results.And with the share price having more than halved over the past 12 months, Burberry is now ?a screaming takeover

This feature explores spin-offs or de-mergers, looking at the rationale for them and how they have performed, and asks if they can be a promising hunting ground for investors.One of the UK?s largest recent spin-offs was GSK?s (GSK) demerger of its consumer healthcare division in 2022.GSK reportedly rebuffed a £50 billion offer from personal goods giant Unilever (ULVR) to buy the division, named H

Dr. Martens (DOCS) 72.1pLoss to date: 21.6%In mid-December 2023 we said the knock-down share price of iconic footwear brand Dr. Martens (DOCS) was too tempting to resist despite the company delivering four profit warnings.Our rationale was simple ? either the self-inflicted operational issues would be fixed by the current management or the business would be taken over by an opportunistic predator

Stock prices in London opened in the green on Thursday, with some positive corporate updates helping lift the FTSE 100, a far cry from the sell-off New York tech shares suffered overnight.The tech sector comes into focus again, with streaming service Netflix, traditionally one of the FAANG stocks alongside Facebook owner Meta, Amazon, Apple and Alphabet, reporting quarterly earnings later.The FTSE

A classic example of a superb business with staying power, The Coca-Cola Company (KO:NYSE) is blessed with iconic brands spearheaded by Coca-Cola or ?Coke?, the world?s most recognised soft drink synonymous with its red cans.Coca-Cola?s brands resonate with consumers around the world, making the New York-listed group?s products the beverage of choice for billions when at home or on the move.Powerf

Equity prices in London found some composure heading into Wednesday afternoon, recovering from an uncertain start following an unnerving UK inflation reading.International Distribution Services jumped, after a billionaire shareholder?s takeover proposal that was rebuffed by the Royal Mail parent.The FTSE 100 index rose 46.18 points, 0.6%, at 7,866.54. The FTSE 250 climbed 107.23 points, 0.6%, at 1

Shares down 59% over the past yearCEO Kenny Wilson to step downChallenging performance in the USShares in Dr. Martens (DOCS) fell 31% at one point to 66p in morning trading - a new 52-week low - as the iconic British footwear brand issued a profit warning.The Camden Town-headquartered company said US wholesale revenue ?is anticipated to be double-digit down year-on-year,? adding ?the decline in wh

Confected or not the recent round of international football fixtures was coloured by outrage over two major kit makers. With Nike (NKE:NYSE) in the firing line thanks to its ?playful? update of the St George?s Cross on the latest England jersey.For its part Adidas (ADS:ETR) was caught up in controversy over Die Mannschaft switching allegiance to its aforementioned US rival, ending a 77-year associ

Iconic denim products maker Levi Strauss (LEVI:NYSE) may be one of the oldest companies in the US, tracing its origins all the way back to 1853, but it remains highly relevant today.It regularly scores near the top in apparel brand rankings in both the US and internationally and the company?s shares are on a strong run ahead of its first-quarter numbers (to the end of February) on 3 April.Earnings

Technology giant Apple (AAPL:NASDAQ) is facing an epic fight with regulators after the US Department of Justice launched a lawsuit accusing the iPhone maker of violating antitrust laws and suppressing competition by blocking rivals from accessing hardware and software features on its devices.The challenge, announced last week (21 March), saw shares in Apple lose more than 4%, their biggest one-day

One of the chocolate industry?s seasonal peaks, Easter is upon us with eggs from the world?s major brands adorning retailer?s shelves.Chocolates are tough for consumers to resist at this time of year, but is this an opportune time to put money to work with purveyors of one of the world?s most popular little luxuries?SWEET CONSUMER CATEGORYAccording to MarkNtel Advisors, the global chocolate market

Leisure business London Tunnels is expected to float on the AIM market sometime around the middle of the year. The company is majority owned by Angus Murray who is the brains behind plans to turn London?s tunnels into a tourist attraction, which showcases the story of the London Blitz.In October 1940 the UK government decided to build a system of deep shelters linked to existing tube stations inte

One of the most popular investment trusts with AJ Bell?s ISA millionaires, City of London (CTY) is a favourite with investors seeking long-term income and capital growth and a gateway to large international companies.However, while the long-run performance record is strong, Curtis? cautious approach means the fund can underperform in some market conditions. On a 10-year share price total return ba

Full year revenues decline2024 sales seen acceleratingOlympics and Euros to comeShares in German trainers-to-sports apparel giant Adidas (ADS:ETR) cheapened 2.5% to ?188 in Frankfurt on Wednesday morning after the company reported downbeat full year results and delivered a lighter-than-expected operating profit forecast for 2024.However, the trainers-to-football jerseys seller did provide more upb