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Jordan News
20 hours ago
- Business
- Jordan News
European Stocks Rise, Set for Modest Weekly Gains - Jordan News
European stocks rose on Friday, heading toward modest weekly gains as investors focused on corporate earnings reports for signs of how U.S. tariffs are impacting performance. اضافة اعلان The pan-European STOXX 600 index climbed 0.3% to 548.84 points, with most sectors posting positive results. The index is on track for its second consecutive weekly gain. Key regional indices also posted slight gains, according to CNBC. The French CAC 40 led the rise with a 0.5% increase, followed by Germany's DAX up 0.3%, and the UK's FTSE 100 rising 0.1%. This performance followed record highs on Wall Street on Thursday, fueled by strong economic data and earnings updates that showed continued robust consumer spending in the U.S.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Want a £50k passive income? Here's how big your portfolio needs to be…
The stock market's arguably one of the easiest ways to build passive income. While its far from a risk-free process, even small investors can eventually go on to build a substantial second income stream that can pave the way towards financial freedom. So how big would a portfolio need to be to start generating a sustainable long-term passive income of £50,000 a year? Crunching the numbers The London Stock Exchange houses some of the most lucrative income stocks in the world, averaging a dividend yield of 4%. For reference, those invested in the S&P 500 are lucky to get 2%, and it's a similar story with the European STOXX 600 index (although it is slightly higher). However, by not relying on index funds, investors can be far more selective and focus solely on higher-yielding opportunities. Obviously, the higher the yield, the greater the risk. Yet it's still possible to bump up the payout to around 5% without adding too much additional exposure. And at this level of payout, a £50,000 passive income would require an investment portfolio valued at £1m. Reaching £1m Building to a seven-figure portfolio's a challenging goal. But by staying disciplined and continuing to invest consistently, it's a financial dream that many individuals can eventually achieve. In fact, with just £500 a month and a 10% annual return, the process would take roughly 30 years, just in time for retirement for those who start early. Now the question becomes, which stocks should investors buy to earn that 10% return? Picking winning stocks to buy is no easy feat. Even the most thorough of investment research can be completely invalidated by an unforeseen external threat. Just look at how many high-flying companies were derailed by the pandemic. However, over the long run, the pattern becomes clear. Winning stocks are fundamentally strong businesses generating ample free cash flow with a long list of competitive advantages. And by focusing solely on finding these opportunities, investors can expect to earn above-average returns even if they make some mistakes along the way. Winning stock example One business that's outperformed over the last 15 years is Howden Joinery (LSE:HWDN). The vertically integrated fitted kitchen (and now fitted bedroom) supplier has vastly outpaced the market since 2010, delivering an average return of 18.2% a year! There are plenty of other companies operating in this space. But what sets Howden apart is the fact that it exclusively deals wth tradesmen. This simple decision means its depots can be located in cheap-to-rent industrial estates rather than expensive high streets. It also transforms tradesmen into a free source of marketing. And by allowing each depot manager to earn a share of their depot's profits, it nurtured an entrepreneurial culture that has resulted in exceptionally low manager turnover. Of course, the upward journey hasn't been smooth. Most of the demand comes from home renovation projects. And when economic conditions are poor, there aren't that many households looking to spend upward of £10,000 on a new kitchen. Fortunately, when times are good, Howden generates a lot of excess cash. And this liquidity can support it through the storms while many of its competitors struggle. And even today, I think this business deserves a closer look from investors seeking to eventually build a £50,000 passive income. The post Want a £50k passive income? Here's how big your portfolio needs to be… appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. More reading 5 Stocks For Trying To Build Wealth After 50 One Top Growth Stock from the Motley Fool Zaven Boyrazian has positions in Howden Joinery Group Plc. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Howden Joinery Group Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Motley Fool UK 2025
Economic Times
a day ago
- Business
- Economic Times
European shares end flat as markets assess earnings flurry
European shares were unchanged on Friday, as losses in heavyweight healthcare shares were countered by an advance in oil and gas stocks, closing out a busy week filled with corporate earnings from around the continent. ADVERTISEMENT The pan-European STOXX 600 index held steady at 547 points, clocking marginal weekly losses. Regional bourses were mixed with Germany's benchmark DAX dropping 0.3%, while the UK's blue-chip FTSE 100 gained 0.2%. With corporate earnings gaining steam, investors are closely examining corporate guidance to see how firms are adjusting to the shifting U.S. tariff policy, ahead of the August 1 trade deadline. "Earnings misses in Europe are being punished by more than history would suggest, pointing to greater scrutiny after a remarkable rally year-to-date," said Laura Cooper, head of macro credit and investment strategist at Nuveen. "How corporates are navigating tariff uncertainty, potentially weaker demand, and supply chain dynamics will be in focus, though a message of past-peak tariff enthusiasm could prop up sentiment and drive greater upside." ADVERTISEMENT On Friday, Swedish mining equipment maker Epiroc dropped 9.2% after its second quarter results missed market expectations. Atlas Copco also fell 7.8% after the Swedish industrial group reported second-quarter adjusted operating profit below market expectations and a decline in orders. ADVERTISEMENT There were bright earnings as well, with Saab jumping 16.4% after posting higher-than-expected second-quarter earnings and raising its sales outlook. Getinge added 6% after the Swedish medical equipment maker reported second-quarter core earnings above market expectations. ADVERTISEMENT Industrials was the best performing STOXX sub-sector this week, while automobiles was the laggard this week. On Friday, healthcare stocks were the top losers with British drugmaker GSK down 4.6% after a U.S. FDA advisory panel recommended against approving its blood cancer drug Blenrep due to concerns over side effects. ADVERTISEMENT Helping offset some losses, oil and gas shares added 0.6% and food and beverages advanced 0.8%. Among other moving stocks, Danish wind turbine maker Vestas jumped 15% after J.P. Morgan upgraded its rating to "overweight" from "neutral". Iveco climbed 8.3% after a Reuters report that Italy's Agnelli family is in talks over the possible sale of the truck maker with two mentioning Tata Motors as a potential buyer. Swedish home appliances maker Electrolux slumped 14.3% after poor second-quarter performance in Europe and India's Reliance Industries said its retail unit acquired home appliance maker Kelvinator from Electrolux. (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel)
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
European shares end flat as markets assess earnings flurry
European shares were unchanged on Friday, as losses in heavyweight healthcare shares were countered by an advance in oil and gas stocks , closing out a busy week filled with corporate earnings from around the continent. The pan-European STOXX 600 index held steady at 547 points, clocking marginal weekly losses. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category PGDM Healthcare Public Policy Product Management Technology Data Science Design Thinking Management MCA Degree MBA Digital Marketing Data Analytics Project Management Operations Management CXO Cybersecurity healthcare Others others Artificial Intelligence Finance Leadership Data Science Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis & Decision Making Quantitative & Analytical Skills Organizational Management & Leadership Innovation & Entrepreneurship Duration: 24 Months IMI Delhi Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Online) Starts on Sep 1, 2024 Get Details by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Experts Warn If You See This Bug In Your Yard, Do This Quickly Undo Regional bourses were mixed with Germany's benchmark DAX dropping 0.3%, while the UK's blue-chip FTSE 100 gained 0.2%. With corporate earnings gaining steam, investors are closely examining corporate guidance to see how firms are adjusting to the shifting U.S. tariff policy , ahead of the August 1 trade deadline. "Earnings misses in Europe are being punished by more than history would suggest, pointing to greater scrutiny after a remarkable rally year-to-date," said Laura Cooper, head of macro credit and investment strategist at Nuveen. Live Events "How corporates are navigating tariff uncertainty, potentially weaker demand, and supply chain dynamics will be in focus, though a message of past-peak tariff enthusiasm could prop up sentiment and drive greater upside." On Friday, Swedish mining equipment maker Epiroc dropped 9.2% after its second quarter results missed market expectations. Atlas Copco also fell 7.8% after the Swedish industrial group reported second-quarter adjusted operating profit below market expectations and a decline in orders. There were bright earnings as well, with Saab jumping 16.4% after posting higher-than-expected second-quarter earnings and raising its sales outlook. Getinge added 6% after the Swedish medical equipment maker reported second-quarter core earnings above market expectations. Industrials was the best performing STOXX sub-sector this week, while automobiles was the laggard this week. On Friday, healthcare stocks were the top losers with British drugmaker GSK down 4.6% after a U.S. FDA advisory panel recommended against approving its blood cancer drug Blenrep due to concerns over side effects. Helping offset some losses, oil and gas shares added 0.6% and food and beverages advanced 0.8%. Among other moving stocks, Danish wind turbine maker Vestas jumped 15% after J.P. Morgan upgraded its rating to "overweight" from "neutral". Iveco climbed 8.3% after a Reuters report that Italy's Agnelli family is in talks over the possible sale of the truck maker with two mentioning Tata Motors as a potential buyer. Swedish home appliances maker Electrolux slumped 14.3% after poor second-quarter performance in Europe and India's Reliance Industries said its retail unit acquired home appliance maker Kelvinator from Electrolux.
Business Recorder
a day ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
European shares end flat as markets assess earnings flurry
FRANKFURT: European shares were unchanged on Friday, as losses in heavyweight healthcare shares were countered by an advance in oil and gas stocks, closing out a busy week filled with corporate earnings from around the continent. The pan-European STOXX 600 index held steady at 547 points, clocking marginal weekly losses. Regional bourses were mixed with Germany's benchmark DAX dropping 0.3%, while the UK's blue-chip FTSE 100 gained 0.2%. With corporate earnings gaining steam, investors are closely examining corporate guidance to see how firms are adjusting to the shifting US tariff policy, ahead of the August 1 trade deadline. 'Earnings misses in Europe are being punished by more than history would suggest, pointing to greater scrutiny after a remarkable rally year-to-date,' said Laura Cooper, head of macro credit and investment strategist at Nuveen. 'How corporates are navigating tariff uncertainty, potentially weaker demand, and supply chain dynamics will be in focus, though a message of past-peak tariff enthusiasm could prop up sentiment and drive greater upside.' On Friday, Swedish mining equipment maker Epiroc dropped 9.2% after its second quarter results missed market expectations. Atlas Copco also fell 7.8% after the Swedish industrial group reported second-quarter adjusted operating profit below market expectations and a decline in orders. There were bright earnings as well, with Saab jumping 16.4% after posting higher-than-expected second-quarter earnings and raising its sales outlook. Getinge added 6% after the Swedish medical equipment maker reported second-quarter core earnings above market expectations. Industrials was the best performing STOXX sub-sector this week, while automobiles was the laggard this week. On Friday, healthcare stocks were the top losers with British drugmaker GSK down 4.6% after a US FDA advisory panel recommended against approving its blood cancer drug Blenrep due to concerns over side effects. Helping offset some losses, oil and gas shares added 0.6% and food and beverages advanced 0.8%. Among other moving stocks, Danish wind turbine maker Vestas jumped 15% after J.P. Morgan upgraded its rating to 'overweight' from 'neutral'. Iveco climbed 8.3% after a Reuters report that Italy's Agnelli family is in talks over the possible sale of the truck maker with two mentioning Tata Motors as a potential buyer. Swedish home appliances maker Electrolux slumped 14.3% after poor second-quarter performance in Europe and India's Reliance Industries said its retail unit acquired home appliance maker Kelvinator from Electrolux.
