LSE:BARC (Barclays PLC)

About BARC

One of the big four clearing banks, Barclays has a history that can be traced back 300 years. It owns credit card business Barclaycard and has a strong investment banking arm in Barclays Capital to go with its high street retail presence.

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Oh dear! Warren Buffett says people should only invest in companies they understand

Warren Buffett, the American billionaire, says research is the key to being a successful investor. But our writer thinks it’s…

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Is this a FTSE 100 stock to consider? Major US brokers think so!

Mark Hartley considers the investment potential of a leading FTSE 100 bank after two major US brokers put in positive…

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5 things that make me nervous about Barclays shares!

After more than doubling over the past year, Barclays shares are riding high. But the road ahead could be bumpy…

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Barclays shares could offer investors a growing passive income

Bank stocks can be unstable sources of passive income. But Stephen Wright thinks one in particular has a promising plan…

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As Barclays’ share price drops 5% on results, what should investors do?

Barclays shares have doubled over the last year, but the price has now dipped. Does the FTSE 100 bank still…

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£20k invested in Barclays shares 5 years ago is now worth…

Barclays shares looked like a great investment for growth and dividends. However, after the stock surged, the value proposition isn’t…

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The FTSE 100 is behaving remarkably right now!

After years of underperforming global markets, the FTSE 100 has suddenly sprung to life. Indeed, it's rushed ahead to overtake…

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3 essential factors for investors to consider when aiming for passive income success

Mark Hartley outlines three of the most important considerations investors are faced with when attempting to secure a lucrative passive…

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£10,000 invested in Barclays shares 1 month ago is now worth…

Barclays shares have carried on where they left off in 2024, by climbing far faster than the FTSE 100. Harvey…

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£5,000 invested in Barclays shares 3 years ago is now worth…

Barclays shares have vastly outperformed the market over the past 12 months, but it’s a different story over the longer…

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Do Barclays’ tech woes highlight a growing risk for bank shares?

Barclays' recent IT problems aren't just a short-term worry for customers. They also underline a long-term concern about UK bank…

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£20,000 invested in Barclays shares a year ago is now worth…

An ISA allowance invested in Barclays shares a year ago could be showing cracking results today. But it's the long…

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