Despite recent record power prices, renewable energy-focused investment trusts are now largely trading at material discounts to net asset value. That's created some good buying opportunities in this space, particularly as many of the trusts have historically traded at a premium.Over the long term there is a clear catalyst for growth in renewable energy given global governments have set ambitious t

Every sensible portfolio should ideally consist of a bedrock of investments which provide diversified access to steady growth, capital protection and income.This is relevant not just during challenging periods but most of the time. Just as solid foundations are essential for a safe building,they are also needed for an investment portfolio alongside patience.This article highlights five investment

Rising interest rates since the turn of the year, runaway inflation and Russia's shocking invasion of Ukraine have shaken the investment kaleidoscope in 2022 and forced many investors to reposition portfolios for an increasingly uncertain world.This is reflected in developments in the investment trusts universe, which has thrown up some obvious and more surprising winners in the opening months of

London's blue chip index makes modest gains in early trading, rising 3.59 points to 6,673. Several stocks moved higher on positive newsflow, such as ITV (ITV), which climbed 2% to 277p on Liberty Global increasing its stake in the media group to 9.9%.Royal Mail (RMG) finds some buyers after a tough week for the stock which included a claim from regulator Ofcom that it had 'distorted competition' i