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Sharesify podcast 12 August 2026
In the latest episode of the Sharesify podcast, the guys discuss everything from high-flying markets to US tech and affordable
Super Micro Q4 2026: SMCI 17.5% margins face AI acid test
Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI) delivered a much stronger profit performance than expected in its fiscal Q4 2026, while missing on
CoreWeave Q2 2026: AI boom faces surging infrastructure bill
AI cloud platform CoreWeave (NASDAQ:CRWV) delivered the kind of quarter bulls wanted to see — but it remains a high-risk,
Balfour Beatty and Hill & Smith raise guidance
Infrastructure groups Balfour Beatty (LON:BBY) and Hill & Smith (LON:HILS) both raised their FY guidance after reporting strong H1 trading.
RTW Biotech Opportunities delivers fourth reverse merger of 2026
Biotech’s fundraising and M&A bonanza continues to boost the specialist funds invested in this exciting growth industry. One healthcare trust
Aberdeen Asia Focus passes performance test
Investment trust Aberdeen Asia Focus (LON:AAS) beat its benchmark by 29.4% over the five years to 31 July 2026. As
After selling Argos, what’s next for Sainsbury’s?
After it sold Argos at the end of July, the market is wondering what the next step is for supermarket
High valuation leaves Rocket Lab little room after Q2 growth
One of the most talked about stocks this year, Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB), delivered another very strong growth quarter, but the
Shoe Zone rallies on £3.5 million share buyback
Shares in Shoe Zone (LON:SHOE) rallied after the budget footwear retailer said positive trading continued throughout July. Alongside strong inventory
Why Spirax shares are down despite H1 beat
Shares in engineering group Spirax (LON:SPX) were down in early trading despite H1 results beating forecasts. Seemingly, investors decided to
Why VITHIT looks a perfect fit for Nichols
Shares in Nichols (LON:NICL) rose after the Vimto-owner announced the £64 million acquisition of functional drinks brand VITHIT. The earnings-enhancing
Vistry shares fall on fears of credit squeeze
Shares in housebuilder Vistry (LON:VTY) fell after reports a major credit insurer was set to adjust limits for its suppliers.
Berkshire Hathaway boss Abel puts Buffett’s record cash pile to work
New Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) CEO Greg Abel has put the Warren Buffett-built conglomerate’s gigantic cash pile to work on share
Plus500 raises shareholder returns after record H1
Trading platform Plus500 (LON:PLUS) raised shareholder returns by $182.5 million following a record H1 performance. Since IPO, the firm has
India investment trusts: Is the long-term story still intact after a difficult 2026?
India has been one of the world’s best-performing major equity markets over the past decade, supported by strong GDP growth,
Coming next week: Spirax, CoreWeave, Tapestry
The week of 10–14 August offers plenty for investors to watch, with major earnings spanning industrials, artificial intelligence, consumer brands
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