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Softcat & Wynnstay Property: Stock market week ahead – 20-24 Oct

A summary of key company announcements expected in the coming week

Are education stocks still a smart investment?

AI is upending the space, but not every company is doomed, and a few may yet come out stronger

‘I have £2.3mn – but am I retirement-ready?’

Portfolio Clinic: With sizeable assets, our reader wonders what else needs to be done as he considers an early retirement. Dave Baxter takes a look

The best funds for goldbugs

A breathless rally has lifted plenty of portfolios

Today’s markets: US debt woes hit global banking shares

Updates on world markets and companies news

Smiths starts break-up plan with £1.3bn sale

Company will return “a large portion” of the proceeds after agreeing to the sale of its Interconnect subsidiary

Companies roundup: Pearson & Ferrexpo

News and updates on your investments

Sales slowdown comes at the worst time for carmakers

A glut of new models is due to be launched at a time when demand is flattening

A deep value recovery buy that’s not short of catalysts

This fallen giant carries many risks, but now merely needs to be average for investors to profit

Add steel to your portfolio with this bargain UK manufacturer

A leading heating group should remain profitable irrespective of the market backdrop