Hunting passive income? Consider these high-yielding FTSE 250 dividend stocks to buy in May
Image source: Getty Images I’ve lately been hunting dividend stocks to buy for passive income, and it’s been a fascinating journey. For those new to the concept, dividend investing is essentially letting your money work for you. Companies share a portion of their profits directly with shareholders providing a steady stream of cash without you […]
Iran says will "respond harshly", warns the US against entering the Strait of Hormuz
All commercial ships and oil tankers must refrain from any movement along Strait of Hormuz without coordination with Iranian military Aggressive actions by the US will only “complicate current situation”, further endanger security of vessels Warns US navy to to approach or even consider entering Strait of Hormuz Will “respond harshly” to any threat of […]
Should investors buy 7,485 shares of this FTSE 100 stock for a £1,000 monthly second income?
Image source: Getty Images Building a meaningful income stream from the FTSE 100 doesn’t require a complicated strategy. Sometimes, all it takes is finding the right dividend stocks and buying enough of them. With that in mind, Imperial Brands (LSE:IMB) currently stands out as one such opportunity that might be worth considering. The tobacco stock […]
A light Economic and event calendar in Asia – China and Japan markets on holiday
High risk warning: Foreign exchange trading carries a high level of risk that may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage creates additional risk and loss exposure. Before you decide to trade foreign exchange, carefully consider your investment objectives, experience level, and risk tolerance. You could lose some or all your initial investment; do not […]
3 reasons why Lloyds shares could sink in May!
Image source: Getty Images Lloyds (LSE:LLOY) shares have been on a roller coaster in 2026. For the year to date, they’re down 2%, though risks are mounting and I think the FTSE 100 bank could slide in May. Here are three reasons why. 1. War threats The clearest risk today is an escalation in the […]
Bitcoin Price Analysis Today: Daily Order Flow Turns Bullish as BTC Tests $80k Acceptance
Key takeaways for Today’s Bitcoin Analysis Bitcoin is trading near $80,328, up about 2.25% on the session. The daily read has turned meaningfully bullish, but the current daily candle is still early. The most important signal is the higher POC migration toward 80,150. The key support zone to watch is now 78,750 to 80,150. A […]
investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Trump plan to get ships through Strait of Hormuz
At a glance: Thin Asia-Pacific session with Japan and China on public holidays; USD/JPY dipped early before grinding higher through the day Trump announces Project Freedom to guide neutral ships through the Strait of Hormuz; CENTCOM commits destroyers, 15,000 troops and 100-plus aircraft to support the operation WSJ and US officials clarify no formal naval […]
UKMTO says US has established some security to to support transit along Strait of Hormuz
This ties back to the earlier headlines that the US is making some inroads to help guide ships out of the Strait of Hormuz. The UKMTO has confirmed that but reaffirms that security level in the Strait of Hormuz remains critical at this stage. That as ongoing regional military operations are still proceeding as per […]
Latest yen intervention starting to develop a bit of a pattern
It may be a Japanese market holiday today but it’s always best to be reminded that the forex market doesn’t sleep. Amid thinner liquidity conditions, it seems that the MOF has instructed the BOJ to step in once again today. The latest comes as USD/JPY claws its way back up to above 157.00, before being […]
AL Injury Notes: Raleigh, Suarez, Jenkins, Smith
By Mark Polishuk | at May 3, 2026 11:08pm CDT Cal Raleigh has missed the Mariners‘ last two games after he felt soreness in his right side in the aftermath of Friday’s game, and the team and the catcher are still waiting on MRI results to determine the extent (if any) of the injury. Speaking […]
