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  1. CharlotteIG
    Rolls-Royce shares (LON: RR) sunk by 10% to 83p on Friday after half-year results spooked investors over long-running problems with supply chain issues and inflation.
    The FTSE 100 engineer has struggled to gain traction after the pandemic crash in 2020 saw its shares collapse from 236p in February 2020 to just 39p by October 2020.
    And after recovering to 147p by November last year, the Ukraine war combined with tightening monetary policy has seen it surf below penny stock status since early April.

    Rolls-Royce share price: half-year results
    Despite positive momentum on its various R&D projects, earnings made for relatively bleak reading.
    Positively, the FTSE 100 operator generated revenue of £5.3 billion, a slight increase on H1 2021. However, it also made an underlying loss before tax of £111 million, primarily because of higher costs squeezing gross margin, which fell to 17.7% from 21% in the same period last year.
    In the words of CEO Warren East, Rolls is suffering from ‘post-covid indigestion.’
    By division, the picture is slightly more complicated. Its most important, civil aerospace, saw underlying revenue increase by 8% to £2.34 billion. The division makes money by manufacturing and servicing civil plane engines.
    While large engine flying hours remained at 60% of 2019 levels, they are currently up to 65%, and Rolls expects this key metric to rise to 70% by year-end and return to pre-pandemic levels around 2024. Despite the ‘theoretical risk’ posed by the expected recession, East thinks this only ‘might affect exactly which month in 2024-25 we get back to 100%.’
    Results elsewhere were mixed. The power systems division saw revenue grow by an impressive 20% to £1.37 billion. Further, order intake was £2.1 billion, up 53% compared to the prior half after enjoying record quarterly orders in Q2.
    Conversely, its defence division saw revenue fall by 9% to £1.61 billion, partly because of lower spare engine sales and delays in deal sign-offs. This performance will be especially disappointing for investors hoping for a ‘Ukraine boost’ to the bottom line.
    Source: Bloomberg Where next for Rolls-Royce shares?
    This is a complex question. Incoming CEO Tufan Erginbilic will soon be stamping his mark on the FTSE 100 stock. The reception to his appointment has been somewhat mixed; some view his accomplishments at BP as evidence of a much-needed firm hand on the tiller.
    Others question his lack of connections with Whitehall, an important consideration given Rolls’ political importance. The company has previously enjoyed the strong support of Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng, a potential candidate for Chancellor when a new cabinet is formed later this year.
    In the short term, Rolls-Royce is trading in line with expectations. Despite the airport chaos, it is still expecting the all-important civil aerospace division to continue to show improvement through 2022.
    However, supply chain issues remain a concern. It’s being affected by delays in semiconductor deliveries, which could worsen if geopolitical problems surrounding Taiwan deteriorate. It’s also struggling to find alternatives to Russian titanium.
    And with CPI inflation expected to exceed 13% year-end, combined with union-backed demands for significant pay rises, Rolls’ already slipping margins will present a key conundrum for its new CEO. Fortunately, Erginbilic has a track record of cost-cutting while improving performance.
    This will become increasingly important as interest rates rise. Rolls’ net debt stands at over £5 billion and is only going to become more expensive to service as fiscal policy tightens.
    Longer term, Rolls-Royce’s stuck-in-the-mud share price must be starting to frustrate investors.
    Its project to deliver small nuclear reactors appears to be moving at a snail’s pace. The FTSE 100 company now has a shortlist of six potential sites, but take-off will need to wait until a new PM is declared. And this ‘new markets’ division is seeing operating costs escalate, in this half to £48 million despite delivering negligible revenue.
    But there are visible tailwinds. The company recently announced a deal with Qantas to supply 12 Trent XWB-97 engines to power 12 A350s, capable of powering non-stop flights between the UK and Australia. Moreover, it’s developed a world-record beating electric plane, and power gearbox, which could both create significant new revenue streams.
    The challenge is to turn these disparate successes into concrete share price action, which sees Rolls Royce shares break out of their rut.
     
     Charles Archer | Financial Writer, London | 
  2. CharlotteIG
    Trading hours over the US Thanksgiving period

    There’ll be some changes to our normal opening hours over the US Thanksgiving period. Check the table below to find out how they could impact your trading. Note that all times listed below are UK time.



    These hours are accurate to the best of our knowledge, but it’s possible that they could change.


  3. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 5th July 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    RTY
    OAS
    08/07/2021
    Special Div
    4
    RTY
    SHEN
    12/07/2021
    Special Div
    18.75
     
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  4. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 28th June 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    TPX
    6592 JP
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    38
    TPX
    6502 JP
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    110
    XIN9I
    601601 CH
    30/06/2021
    Special Div
    10
    OMX
    TEL2B SS
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    3
    OMX
    VOLVB SS
    30/06/2021
    Special Div
    9.5
    RTY
    ACRE US
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    2
     
                                                  How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  5. CharlotteIG

    Dividend Adjustments
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 21st June 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    RTY
    TLYS US
    24/06/2021
    Special Div
    1
    RTY
    ONEW US
    25/06/2021
    Special Div
    1.8
    RTY
    ACRE US
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    0.02
    SPX
    TROW US
    24/06/2021
    Special Div
    3
    SPX
    WRB US
    24/06/2021
    Special Div
    0.5
     
                                                  How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  6. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 14th June 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.

     
    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    CAC
    ORA FP
    15/06/2021
    Special Div
    20
     
                                                  How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  7. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 7th June 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
             
    Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
     
    HSCEI
    813 HK
    11/06/2021
    Special Div
    20
     
    RTY
    CFFN US
    10/06/2021
    Special Div
    40
     
    RTY
    WSBF US
    10/06/2021
    Special Div
    50
     
    RTY
    CVI US
    11/06/2021
    Special Div
    TBA
     
    RTY
    CWH US
    14/06/2021
    Special Div
    15
     
    SPX
    DVN US
    11/06/2021
    Special Div
    23
     
                                                  How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  8. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 31st May 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    HSCEI
    2601 HK
    01/06/2021
    Special Div
    10
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  9. CharlotteIG
    Although the GSK share price has underperformed against its close competitors in the past year, signs are starting to improve following positive moves from an activist investor and the release of highly anticipated new products.
      GSK shares down 2% year to date Shares reached £13.48 this morning but slumped afterwards GSK retains operations in the UK and not sell off vaccine operations What is going on with GSK shares right now?
    GlaxoSmithKline shares saw a brief rally after the price dropped as markets opened in London on 27 May. This was following news that the US activist investment firm Elliott Management, which recently acquired a significant stake in GSK will not be forcing the company to sell off its vaccine and pharma departments. However, the share price slumped shortly after, indicating that the beleaguered pharma giant is not out of the woods yet.
    Speculation had been rife that the US company would also slash GSK's R&D budget and divide it up into UK-based and overseas operations. However, Elliott Management said all such plans would be scrapped following discussions with the GSK leadership and the UK Government, which reportedly sees GSK as a 'national champion'.
    The GSK share price rose to a peak of £13.48 after markets opened, before trending downwards in the morning. Markets may consider this a sign that Elliott has faith in the £68 billion company to produce better returns for shareholders in the future, following the success of recently-announced Covid-19 treatments produced by GlaxoSmithKline. Nonetheless, issues related to its under-performance this past year remain outstanding.
    Does the longer-term future look positive for the GSK share price?
    GSK's reprieve has also come as a relief to figures in government who strongly wished to see a strong GSK remain in the UK. This does not indicate how the GSK share price will perform in the longer term, though. GSK has consistently underperformed the FTSE this year, with shares falling 18% over the past 12 months, while the FTSE has grown 16% in that time.
    Meanwhile, competitors such as AstraZeneca have seen notable growth in their share price, partly due to its success with its Covid-19 vaccine. However, signs are on the horizon that GSK might be catching up.
    On Wednesday, the US FDA approved for nationwide use of GSK's new Covid-19 antibody drug, in a move that could represent billions of pounds in revenue for the company. GSK also is set to begin the phase III trial of its very own Covid-19 vaccine, something that may benefit GSK share price if things go well.
     
     Daniel Smyth | Financial Writer, London | Publication date: Thursday 27 May 2021 15:49
  10. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 31st May 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    FBMKLCI
    SUCB MK
    24/05/2021
    Special Div
    13
    NIFTY
    BRIT IN
    25/05/2021
    Special Div
    1250
    NKY
    CSR AU
    28/05/2021
    Special Div
    20.7143
    RTY
    GBL US
    28/05/2021
    Special Div
    200
    RTY
    ANCB US
    28/05/2021
    Special Div
    20
    HSCEI
    2601 HK
    01/06/2021
    Special Div
    10
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  11. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 10th May 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    HSCEI
    2688 HK
    14/05/2021
    Special Div
    0.32
    RTY
    RILY US
    14/05/2021
    Special Div
    0.45
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  12. CharlotteIG
    After many of you mentioned that the fees and charges were confusing we created a new link on the deal ticket to improve communication of charges for Leveraged accounts. 
     


    We're still looking at ways to improve this for the future so we're open to suggestions which is you could comment below will be appreciated by our development teams. 
     
  13. CharlotteIG
    Amazon and Twitter to report earnings shortly after 9pm (UK time)
    The multinational tech giant and the popular social media platform will release earnings tonight. Keep an eye on these stocks to see how the market reacts.
     
    Twitter earnings – What to expect
    Advertising services account for close to 90% of Twitter’s revenue, which saw a dip in 1H 2020 as businesses cut back on marketing spend in times of Covid-19. However, investors may note that on the back of improving economic conditions, advertising revenue had bounced back strongly in the later part of the year to the point of surpassing pre-Covid levels. This momentum may potentially continue into 2021, as global advertising spend are projected to increase further with improved business sentiments from ongoing vaccination and economic recovery.

    Full article here
  14. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 26th April 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    SAF
    EXX SJ
    28/04/2021
    Special Div
    5.43
    OMX
    SAND SS
    28/04/2021
    Special Div
    0.02
    IBEX
    ITX SM
    29/04/2021
    Special Div
    0.13
    STOXX
    ITX SM
    29/04/2021
    Special Div
    0.13
     
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  15. CharlotteIG

    Product updates
    Coinbase Listing Soon
    When will the Coinbase listing happen? 
    Coinbase Global Inc (COIN) will list on the Nasdaq on 14 April 2021. This will be a direct listing rather than an IPO.  
     
    What is the expected Coinbase market cap? 
    Market cap is expected to be in the region of $75 billion. 
     
     
    When will I first be able to trade Coinbase? 
    We expect trading to begin at any point from 14:30 (UK time) onwards on 14 April, but realistically probably not for the first few hours. This is due to price discovery in the underlying market. 
     
     
    Will Coinbase be available for spread betting and CFD trading ? 
    Yes, we’ll be offering spread betting and CFD trading on Coinbase to all leverage clients from day 1 (April 14th). 
     
    Will I be able to short Coinbase on my leveraged account ? 
    To begin with you will  only be able to go long on Coinbase, until there is borrow available in the market or until we have sufficient internal inventory to lend out. 
     
    Will I be able to trade Coinbase with a guaranteed stop? 
    No, guaranteed stops will not be available when trading Coinbase. 
     
    Can I buy Coinbase shares in a share dealing account? 
    Yes,  you can buy Coinbase shares in an IG share dealing account. 
     
    Can I buy Coinbase shares on my ISA account? 
    Yes, you can buy Coinbase shares on your IG ISA account 
     
    What will the trading hours be for Coinbase? 
    Coinbase will be available online during the main session (14:30-21:00 UK time) only. You can call in to access the pre- and post-market sessions. 
     
    What are the margin requirements for trades on Coinbase? 
    Margin requirements will be as follows: 
     
    Tier 
    Notional value of the position 
    Deposit factor 

    0 - £250k 
    25% 

    £250k - £1m 
    40% 

    £1m - £1.25m 
    50% 

    £1.25m + 
    75% 
     
    Will I be able to trade equity options on Coinbase? 
    There are unlikely to be equity options available on Coinbase from the outset, but we will be able to offer them once they begin trading. 
     
    For more information on Coinbase, please follow this link https://www.ig.com/uk/trading-strategies/coinbase-ipo--how-to-buy-and-short-coinbase-shares-210413
  16. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 12th April 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    CAC
    STLA FP
    19/04/2021
    Special Div
    32
     
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  17. CharlotteIG

    Trading hour changes
    You can find changes to trading hours over the Easter period listed below, in UK time. Please make sure that you’re familiar with the changes, as they may affect your trades.  Thursday 1 April European indices close at 10pm (quoted out-of-hours until 14:15 Friday) Friday 2 April European and US commodities closed. 24-hour indices quoted until 14:15*. Forex closes at 10pm. Saturday 3 April Weekend indices and cryptocurrencies open as normal. Sunday 4 April Weekend indices and cryptocurrencies open as normal. Forex opens at 9pm. US and 24-hour indices quoted from 11pm Monday 5 April European equities closed. European 24-hour indices quoted out of hours. US markets open. Tuesday 6 April European markets reopen. *Japan 225, Singapore Blue Chip and China A50 will close later in the evening.

    For more information on our popular markets' trading hours over the coming holiday, see our full list of Easter trading hours.
  18. CharlotteIG
    Roblox share price surges following direct listing
    Online games company Roblox has joined a long-list of companies from the last year – including the likes of Snowflake, Bumble and Unity – which have enjoyed a strong day one pop following their listing on public markets.
    Unlike those three companies however, Roblox skipped the IPO process completely, instead choosing to take the direct listing approach. Compared to an IPO, under a direct listing, a company sells its shares directly without the help of investment banks.
    Of course, that doesn’t mean there’s no oversight. On Wednesday, before trade commenced, the New York Stock Exchange set a reference point of $45.00 per share for Roblox.
    Demand for the stock went well above that reference point when its shares became tradable on the NYSE, with Roblox opening at $64.50 per share and finishing out the session at $69.50 per share.
    At Wednesday’s closing price, Roblox trades some 54% ahead of the reference price set by the NYSE.
    Putting the fun back in fundamentals: The FY21 outlook
    While it's hard to say if yesterday’s investor frenzy was justified or not, Roblox has posted and continues to expect strong growth in the coming year.
    To illustrate that point, for the year ending December 31 2020, Roblox said it had 32.6 million daily active users and boasted over 30 billion ‘hours engaged’ on the platform.
    This translated to total booking of $1.9 billion and total revenue of $924 million. As with many other companies that have listed to much fanfare, Roblox also remains loss making, recording a $253 million net loss in FY20.
    Looking ahead, Roblox’s management has forecasted continued lofty user and revenue growth for FY21.
    For the first quarter of FY21, the expectation is for daily active users (DAUs) of between 37.6-39.6 million, implying a growth rate of between 59-68% on the prior corresponding period.
    Revenue growth expectations are comparably high, with the company saying it expects Q1 revenues of between $320-335 million.
    The company does however expect daily active user growth to moderate significantly for the full-year (FY21). Here the company said it expected full-year DAUs to come in at between 34.6-36.4 million, implying a growth rate of between just 6-12%, on the prior corresponding period.
    Full-year revenue growth however is poised to remain elevated, with the company guiding for FY21 revenue of between $1,440-1,515 million, implying an impressive growth rate of between 56-64%, on the prior corresponding period.
    By comparison, non-GAAP bookings are expected to come in at between $2,000-2,125 million
    Those considered expectations are built on the assumption that a post-COVID world will hurt growth, at least to some degree. Here management said, as:
    ‘Restrictions ease, we expect the rates of growth in 2021 will be well below the rates in 2020, however, we believe we will see absolute growth in most of our core metrics for the full year.’
     
     Shane Walton | Financial Writer, Australia | Publication date: Thursday 11 March 2021 
  19. CharlotteIG
    We're offering weekly equity options on the platform for some stocks over earning season. Meaning you don't have to call us if you want to trade certain equity options. This week it's Zoom Video Communications Inc. We're also offering Tesla but that will stay on the platform going forward whereas the weekly options will change depending on which week of earnings season we're in. 
     
    What is an Equity option?
    Equity options are a form of derivative used exclusively to trade shares as the underlying asset.
    In essence, equity options work in an extremely similar way to other options, such as forex or commodities. They offer the trader the right, but not the obligation, to purchase (or sell) a set amount of shares at a certain level (referred to as the ‘strike price’) before it expires. To buy an option, traders will pay a premium.
    When are these available to trade?
    These equity options will be available in the main session (14:30 - 21:00 UK time). 
    Where to find them?
    You can find them under 'Weekly US Equity options' on the left list on your web platform. 

     
  20. CharlotteIG
    We're offering weekly equity options on the platform for some stocks over earning season. Meaning you don't have to call us if you want to trade certain equity options. This week it's Beyond Meat Inc. We're also offering Tesla but that will stay on the platform going forward whereas the weekly options will change depending on which week of earnings season we're in. 
     
    What is an Equity option?
    Equity options are a form of derivative used exclusively to trade shares as the underlying asset.
    In essence, equity options work in an extremely similar way to other options, such as forex or commodities. They offer the trader the right, but not the obligation, to purchase (or sell) a set amount of shares at a certain level (referred to as the ‘strike price’) before it expires. To buy an option, traders will pay a premium.
    When are these available to trade?
    These equity options will be available in the main session (14:30 - 21:00 UK time). 
    Where to find them?
    You can find them under 'Weekly US Equity options' on the left list on your web platform. 

     
    Earning season information for this month: 

  21. CharlotteIG

    Dividend Adjustments
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 22th Feb 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
     
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    AS51
    TLS AU
    24/02/2021
    Special Div
    4.2857
    AS51
    AGL AU
    24/02/2021
    Special Div
    10
    RTY
    JBSS US
    25/02/2021
    Special Div
    250
    How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  22. CharlotteIG
    We're offering weekly equity options on the platform for some stocks over earning season. Meaning you don't have to call us if you want to trade certain equity options. This week it's Baidu Inc. We're also offering Tesla but that will stay on the platform going forward whereas the weekly options will change depending on which week of earnings season we're in. 
     
    What is an Equity option?
    Equity options are a form of derivative used exclusively to trade shares as the underlying asset.
    In essence, equity options work in an extremely similar way to other options, such as forex or commodities. They offer the trader the right, but not the obligation, to purchase (or sell) a set amount of shares at a certain level (referred to as the ‘strike price’) before it expires. To buy an option, traders will pay a premium.
    When are these available to trade?
    These equity options will be available in the main session (14:30 - 21:00 UK time). 
    Where to find them?
    You can find them under 'Weekly US Equity options' on the left list on your web platform. 

     
    Earning season information for this month: 

  23. CharlotteIG

    Dividend Adjustments
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 15th Feb 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
     
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    AS51
    JHX AU
    18/02/2021
    Special Div
    70
    NIFTY
    HMCL IN
    15/02/2021
    Special Div
    500
    RTY
    PRK US
    18/02/2021
    Special Div
    20
    How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
     
  24. CharlotteIG

    Trading hour changes
    Presidents' Day trading hours 2021
    There will be some changes to our normal opening hours on Presidents’ Day – also known as Washington’s Birthday. Certain markets will be affected on Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 February 2021. Check the table below, and find out how these changes could impact your trading. Monday 15 February US equities and soft commodities are closed

    Canadian equities are closed (Family Day)

    US index futures close early at 6pm. We will make out-of-hours prices on the Dow, S&P and Nasdaq until futures reopen at 11pm

    US energies, metals (including Spot Gold and Silver), bonds, US interest rates and Dollar Basket close early at 6pm. They reopen at 11pm

    UK energies open as normal

    The Volatility index closes early at 4:30pm. It reopens at 11pm

    London Sugar closes early at 5pm Tuesday 16 February Livestock opens at 2:30pm and lumber at 3pm All times listed here are UK time. This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but it is possible that these hours could change. We're here to help If you have any questions about this or need help with your account, you'll find quick answers in help and support. You can also get in touch with our team 24 hours a day from 8am Saturday to 10pm Friday (UK time).
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