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                                <title>How to invest £5,000 in the FTSE 100 today</title>
                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/04/13/how-to-invest-5000-in-the-ftse-100-today/</link>
                                <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:02:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Zaven Boyrazian, CFA]]></dc:creator>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>By investing £5,000 in the FTSE 100 at the start of 2025, over £21,500 profit could have been made in just 12 months. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/04/13/how-to-invest-5000-in-the-ftse-100-today/">How to invest £5,000 in the FTSE 100 today</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p>The <strong>FTSE 100</strong> is home to the largest companies on the <strong>London Stock Exchange</strong>, many of which are doing business all over the globe. And with industries such as banking, mining, and healthcare thriving in recent years, the UK’s flagship index has delivered some stellar performances thanks to its concentration in these sectors.</p>



<p>By investing in these industry titans, a portfolio automatically benefits from a variety of advantages, including proven business models and substantial economies of scale.</p>



<p>Over the long term, having this upper edge can help deliver some robust gains for investors. So with that in mind, let’s explore how someone with £5,000 can start building wealth with the FTSE 100.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-diversified-passive-growth">Diversified passive growth</h2>



<p>One of the easiest ways to invest in the FTSE 100 is with a low-cost index tracker. Within a single transaction, a portfolio becomes <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/what-is-diversification/">instantly diversified</a> across all 100 of the UK’s large-cap companies, granting some level of exposure to almost every industry.</p>



<p>Historically, investors following this strategy have earned an average of around 8% a year. But as previously mentioned, 2025 was an exceptional year. And investors went on to earn a chunky 26.1% total gain, transforming £5,000 into roughly £63,05 in just 12 months!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-maximising-returns">Maximising returns</h2>



<p>Last year’s 26.1% total return for index investors was impressive. But it pales in comparison to what some stock pickers achieved in the same time frame.</p>



<p>Take <strong>Fresnillo</strong> (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE:FRES</a>) as a perfect FTSE 100 example to consider. The Mexican gold and silver miner was perfectly positioned to capitalise on the enormous tailwinds driving up demand for precious metals.</p>



<p>Higher inflation paired with rising geopolitical tensions enabled the <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/understanding-company-accounts/the-profit-and-loss-account/">group’s revenue</a> to charge ahead by 30.5% in 2025. But since operating expenses remained largely fixed, the group was able to exercise exceptional operating leverage. And consequently, total net income skyrocketed by 594.3% from $226.7m to $1.6bn!</p>



<p>With that in mind, it’s no wonder the share price erupted by more than 430%, transforming £5,000 into over £26,500. And that’s before counting dividends!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-still-worth-considering">Still worth considering</h2>



<p>With demand for precious metals remaining strong in 2026, the price of gold has continued to climb, with silver remaining largely stable at elevated levels. And with both commodities continuing to trade at record high levels, Fresnillo looks once again primed to deliver some powerful profits in 2026.</p>



<p>However, whether that will translate into further explosive share price gains isn’t guaranteed. Why? Because these growth expectations may already be baked into the share price. And even if gold and silver prices continue to climb, Fresnillo’s production volumes have actually been steadily suffering as a result of falling ore grades at its mines.</p>



<p>With management investing heavily in late-stage exploration projects as well as executing international acquisitions, production volumes are expected to eventually get back on track. But whether or not precious metal prices will still be elevated by then is the main risk investors need to carefully consider.</p>



<p>Overall, I’m not convinced that Fresnillo will be another four-bagger for investors in 2026. But it goes to show that by investing in the right ones, stock pickers can achieve jaw-dropping returns that leave passive index investors in the dust.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/04/13/how-to-invest-5000-in-the-ftse-100-today/">How to invest £5,000 in the FTSE 100 today</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                                <title>Fresnillo share price rebounds as a FTSE 100 top mover after a 30% sell-off — what’s next?</title>
                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/04/08/fresnillo-share-price-rebounds-as-a-ftse-100-top-mover-after-a-30-sell-off-whats-next/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:10:32 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andrew Mackie]]></dc:creator>
                		<category><![CDATA[Growth Shares]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Investing Articles]]></category>

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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>The Fresnillo share price has surged today — Andrew Mackie asks whether this FTSE 100 mover is signalling a turning point or more volatility ahead.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/04/08/fresnillo-share-price-rebounds-as-a-ftse-100-top-mover-after-a-30-sell-off-whats-next/">Fresnillo share price rebounds as a FTSE 100 top mover after a 30% sell-off — what’s next?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Fresnillo </strong>(<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE: FRES</a>) is back in focus today (8 April), emerging as one of the standout movers in the <strong>FTSE 100</strong>. After a six-fold surge in 2025 followed by a bruising 30% decline in recent months, the question now is whether sentiment is beginning to turn again for one of the index’s most extreme cyclical performers.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-macro-reset">Macro reset</h2>



<p>Over the past few weeks, many investors have been puzzled by the lack of strength in precious metals following heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. In fact, prices have been relatively subdued.</p>



<p>Now, with a temporary ceasefire in place, metals are beginning to move higher again. So what has actually been driving the <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/understanding-the-market/what-is-market-volatility/">volatility</a>?</p>



<p>Part of the explanation may lie in positioning. When silver surged to around $120 before falling sharply by 30% in a single session, a significant amount of speculative excess was flushed from the market. That kind of move tends to reset positioning and remove froth.</p>



<p>But beneath the surface, the broader macro backdrop remains largely unchanged. US debt has continued to climb, moving beyond $39trn, while the dollar has been gradually weakening over the past year.</p>



<p>Historically, a softer dollar tends to be supportive for precious metals as global investors seek alternative stores of value.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-silver-story">Silver story</h2>



<p>Beyond the short-term noise, the more important driver for silver is the depth and breadth of industrial demand.</p>



<p>This is no longer a single-sector story. Silver now sits inside a wide range of critical technologies — from advanced electronics and data infrastructure to defence systems, EVs and <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/market-sectors/investing-in-renewable-energy-stocks-in-the-uk/">renewable energy</a> components. In many of these applications, there&#8217;s no simple substitute without a loss of efficiency.</p>



<p>What matters more, however, is the supply side.</p>



<p>New production cannot respond quickly. Developing a mine is a slow, capital-intensive process that can take well over a decade from discovery to full output. Even when prices rise sharply, output does not adjust in real time.</p>



<p>That creates a structural imbalance: demand is increasingly diversified and growing, while supply remains rigid. In fact, the market has spent multiple recent years in deficit, with demand consistently running ahead of new supply.</p>



<p>This is why <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/understanding-the-market/what-is-market-volatility/">price volatility</a> can look extreme in the short term, yet the underlying market can still tighten over time.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-risks">Risks</h2>



<p>Fresnillo is not immune to structural risks, even in a strong metals environment. The most immediate pressure point is energy costs, which represent the largest component of a miner’s cost base.</p>



<p>Recent volatility across energy markets is likely to lead the industry to increase hedging activity in future. This could potentially lock in a higher long-term cost base.</p>



<p>As always, mining remains capital-intensive, cyclical, and sensitive to both input costs and operational execution.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-s-the-verdict">What’s the verdict?</h2>



<p>The key question now is whether the worst of the sell-off is over and whether gold and silver have found a level of support after recent volatility. That remains uncertain.</p>



<p>However, Fresnillo’s latest results highlight a very different point: even at current prices, the business is generating substantial cash flow and record dividends.</p>



<p>This is a classic high-volatility, high-leverage miner. Prices will swing sharply, but the underlying cash engine is already working. For investors willing to tolerate the volatility, it remains a stock worth considering.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/04/08/fresnillo-share-price-rebounds-as-a-ftse-100-top-mover-after-a-30-sell-off-whats-next/">Fresnillo share price rebounds as a FTSE 100 top mover after a 30% sell-off — what’s next?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                                <title>£60,000 invested in a SIPP on 7 April 2025 could now be worth&#8230;</title>
                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/22/60000-invested-in-a-sipp-on-7-april-2025-could-now-be-worth/</link>
                                <pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:11:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Zaven Boyrazian, CFA]]></dc:creator>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>The Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) is a proven wealth-building machine. And since last April, UK investors have earned staggering returns.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/22/60000-invested-in-a-sipp-on-7-april-2025-could-now-be-worth/">£60,000 invested in a SIPP on 7 April 2025 could now be worth&#8230;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p>We’re quickly approaching the 5 April deadline for investors to use this year’s Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) £60,000 annual allowance. And while this can be rolled over into the next tax year (unlike an ISA), not using it can leave a lot of money on the table.</p>



<p>In fact, someone who put £60,000 to work in a SIPP at the start of the 2025/26 tax year could now be sitting on close to <span style="text-decoration: underline">£250,000</span> today. Here’s how.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-unleashing-the-power-of-a-sipp">Unleashing the power of a SIPP</h2>



<p>Not everyone in Britain has the luxury of earning enough to use up the full £60,000 annual SIPP allowance. But for the higher earners looking to build retirement wealth, the 2025/26 tax year has proven to be exceptionally lucrative.</p>



<p>After 20% tax relief, a £48,000 deposit is automatically topped up to £60,000 by the government. And while higher earners can claim an additional 20%, that money isn’t automatically added to the SIPP but rather awarded at the end of the tax year. So to keep things simple, let’s ignore this extra relief.</p>



<p>Looking back to roughly 12 months ago, the FTSE 100 took a chunky tumble following the announcement of widespread US tariffs.</p>



<p>However, the smart investors who used their recently refreshed allowance to capitalise on the chaos with a <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/isas-and-investment-funds/tracker-funds-and-index-trackers/">tracker fund</a> have gone on to earn a staggering 39.7% total return, transforming £60,000 into £83,820.</p>



<p>But for some stock-pickers, the gains have been even more explosive.</p>



<p><em>Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in future. The content in this article is provided for information purposes only. It is not intended to be, neither does it constitute, any form of tax advice. Readers are responsible for carrying out their own due diligence and for obtaining professional advice before making any investment decisions.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-staggering-result">A staggering result</h2>



<p>With geopolitical uncertainty sending demand for <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/market-sectors/investing-in-gold-stocks-in-the-uk/">precious metals like gold</a> through the roof, <strong>Fresnillo</strong> (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE:FRES</a>) shares have skyrocketed since 7 April, climbing a staggering 312%!</p>



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<p>That means even before dividends, anyone who invested £60,000 in a SIPP last year is now sitting on a nest egg worth roughly £247,200 – more than double the size of the median UK pension pot.</p>



<p>This goes to show that by picking the right stocks and making use of the £60,000 SIPP allowance, even if it’s just a small portion of it, investors can unlock an enormous amount of wealth.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-still-worth-considering">Still worth considering?</h2>



<p>The mining giant continues to benefit from both surging silver and gold prices. And looking ahead, management appears confident that precious metal prices will remain elevated in 2026, driven by both higher demand for traditional safe haven assets, as well as higher demand from the industrial sector.</p>



<p>That certainly sounds encouraging. But then why did Fresnillo shares drop recently on the back of its latest record results?</p>



<p>The answer most likely is that all of the expected growth in 2026 is already baked into the share price. And consequently, if geopolitical and trade tensions cool, gold and silver prices might actually retreat, sending Fresnillo shares plummeting rather than surging.</p>



<p>The impact of lower metal prices is only amplified by the fact that the group’s production volumes are actually projected to fall this year. And while the company does have several promising projects in late-stage exploration, it could still be several years before they enter commercial production.</p>



<p>With that in mind, the risk-to-reward ratio surrounding Fresnillo shares doesn’t look particularly enticing to me right now. But the good news is there are plenty of other promising growth opportunities for UK investors to explore for their SIPPs in the new tax year.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/22/60000-invested-in-a-sipp-on-7-april-2025-could-now-be-worth/">£60,000 invested in a SIPP on 7 April 2025 could now be worth&#8230;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                                <title>2 FTSE 100 bargain shares to consider this ISA season!</title>
                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/21/2-ftse-100-bargain-shares-to-consider-this-isa-season/</link>
                                <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:03:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Royston Wild]]></dc:creator>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Searching for last-minute shares to add to a Stocks and Shares ISA? Royston Wild reckons these FTSE 100 shares are worth a close look before time runs out.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/21/2-ftse-100-bargain-shares-to-consider-this-isa-season/">2 FTSE 100 bargain shares to consider this ISA season!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p>Share investors have just <span style="text-decoration: underline">two weeks</span> to make full use of their annual ISA allowance. The timing could be perfect, as recent stock market volatility leaves the <strong>FTSE 100</strong> packed with brilliant bargains this ISA season.</p>



<p>Individuals don&#8217;t actually need to buy shares, trusts, or funds to max out their <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/isas-and-investment-funds/stocks-and-shares-isas/" id="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/isas-and-investment-funds/stocks-and-shares-isas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stocks and Shares ISAs</a> for the year. Just depositing cash into one of these tax-efficient accounts is enough. But with so many top cheap stocks out there, why wait?</p>



<p>Here are two top FTSE 100 shares to consider before the April 5 deadline. I think they offer exceptional value at today&#8217;s prices.</p>



<p><em>Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in future. The content in this article is provided for information purposes only. It is not intended to be, neither does it constitute, any form of tax advice. Readers are responsible for carrying out their own due diligence and for obtaining professional advice before making any investment decisions.</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-silver-slumper">Silver slumper</h2>


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<p>Precious metals miner <strong>Fresnillo</strong> (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE:FRES</a>) has slumped 15% over the last month as gold and silver prices have dropped. At £32.90 per share, it trades on a forward <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/how-to-value-shares/the-peg-ratio/" id="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/how-to-value-shares/the-peg-ratio/">price-to-earnings-to-growth (PEG) ratio</a> of 0.3.</p>



<p>Any reading below one indicates a share trading below value.</p>



<p>Bullion prices have dropped back below $5,000 per ounce as the US dollar has rallied. A more expensive buck makes holding assets like gold and silver less cost effective. The question is, will the precious metals boom of recent years resume? I think so.</p>



<p>The US dollar could continue to head northwards, of course. A prolonged Middle East conflict could significantly boost inflation, meaning the US Federal Reserve holds (or perhaps even raises) interest rates. But I&#8217;m confident the currency will trek lower again when the US&#8217;s enormous debt levels and volatile political landscape come back into focus.</p>



<p>This doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean gold and silver will rise. But adding in those rising inflationary pressures, an increasingly turbulent geopolitical backdrop, and growing fears over the global economy, I think conditions could be perfect for the metals to rebound.</p>



<p>I think Fresnillo could be a great share to buy to capitalise on this. As the world&#8217;s largest silver producer and a major gold supplier, it enjoys stable operational leverage which &#8212; as we&#8217;ve seen in recent years &#8212; can lead to outsized share price gains.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-another-ftse-100-faller">Another FTSE 100 faller</h2>


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<p><strong>Barratt Redrow</strong>&#8216;s (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-btrw/">LSE:BTRW</a>) share price has fallen an even more sizeable 25% over the past month. It leaves the builder trading at classic bargain-basement levels.</p>



<p>At 287.7p per share, the FTSE company trades on a <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/how-to-value-shares/price-to-book-ratio/" id="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/how-to-value-shares/price-to-book-ratio/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price-to-book (P/B) ratio</a> of 0.6. Like the PEG multiple, a reading below one suggests great value.</p>



<p>Barratt has slumped due to expectations of soaring inflation and its impact on interest rates. Mortgage lenders are already hiking their lending costs following the Middle East crisis &#8212; according to Moneyfacts, a typical new mortgage is now £788 more expensive per year than before the war began.</p>



<p>Homebuyer affordability could continue to worsen if the conflict carries on. But could Barratt Redrow be worth a close look from long-term investors? I think so.</p>



<p>I personally hold the FTSE 100 builder in my own portfolio. As Britain&#8217;s population rapidly grows, I expect demand for newbuild homes to similarly take off. And as the country&#8217;s largest housebuilder by volume, Barratt Redrow&#8217;s in the box seat to capitalise on this trend.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/21/2-ftse-100-bargain-shares-to-consider-this-isa-season/">2 FTSE 100 bargain shares to consider this ISA season!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                                <title>£5,000 invested in Fresnillo shares 5 weeks ago is now worth…</title>
                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/18/5000-invested-in-fresnillo-shares-5-weeks-ago-is-now-worth/</link>
                                <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:53:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Ben McPoland]]></dc:creator>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Fresnillo shares have pulled back sharply from recent highs in the FTSE 100. Is this a chance to consider buying the gold and silver miner? </p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/18/5000-invested-in-fresnillo-shares-5-weeks-ago-is-now-worth/">£5,000 invested in Fresnillo shares 5 weeks ago is now worth…</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Rolls-Royce</strong> might attract more fanfare, but <strong>Fresnillo</strong> (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE:FRES</a>) shares have minted investors a fortune over the past year. In this time, they&#8217;ve soared 243%, with cascading dividends on top.    </p>


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<p>However, the <strong>FTSE 100</strong> stock has come off the boil recently. In fact, anyone who invested £5,000 in Fresnillo just five weeks ago would have lost around £850 following a 17% pullback. </p>



<p>From a peak of 4,448p in January, the stock has now fallen 26% to 3,250p. Does this dip present a buying opportunity to consider? </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-operating-leverage">Operating leverage </h2>



<p>For those unfamiliar, Fresnillo is the world’s largest <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/market-sectors/investing-in-silver-stocks-in-the-uk/">silver</a> producer and Mexico&#8217;s leading <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/market-sectors/investing-in-gold-stocks-in-the-uk/">gold</a> miner. It owns a portfolio of high-quality assets, with over 2bn ounces of silver resources and 54m ounces of gold. </p>



<p>Last year, revenue jumped 30.5% to $4.56bn, while net profit skyrocketed <span style="text-decoration: underline">594.3%</span> to $1.57bn. And this despite production volumes actually declining (silver and gold fell 13.5% and 5%, respectively).&nbsp;</p>



<p>So why did profit grow nearly 20 times faster than revenue? Well, this is a classic example of operating leverage in the mining sector. As gold and silver prices have soared, Fresnillo has benefitted from covered fixed costs, meaning extra revenue has basically dropped straight to the bottom line as pure profit.</p>



<p>This enabled the Mexican miner to dish out $950m in dividends to shareholders last year, a record amount. Adding these in, the 12-month total return is approximately 275%.  &nbsp;</p>



<p>CEO Octavio Alvídrez commented: “<em>These results demonstrate our ability to leverage our high-quality asset base while managing costs carefully to expand margins, resulting in significant cash generation and returns to our shareholders</em>.” </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-is-the-bull-run-over">Is the bull run over?</h2>



<p>Precious metals have been on a historic bull run, driven higher by various factors. These include: </p>



<p></p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Global economic instability</li>



<li>Geopolitical tensions</li>



<li>Central banks buying gold aggressively</li>



<li>Record global government debt </li>



<li>Supply constraints</li>



<li>Industrial demand for silver</li>
</ul>



<p></p>



<p>For Fresnillo, the question now is, will gold and silver keep soaring? Well, I don&#8217;t have a crystal ball to know where commodity prices are heading in the short term. If gold and silver keep falling, then so will Fresnillo&#8217;s share price. This is the obvious risk here. </p>



<p>However, I think most of the structural drivers mentioned above are still very much intact. Take sovereign debt. When money is printed to service debt, the purchasing power of fiat currency drops. Gold and silver, which obviously cannot be printed, act as a sort of insurance policy against this debasement.&nbsp;</p>



<p>From what I see, governments in the West currently have little appetite to reduce public spending. Meanwhile, silver has rising industrial uses in solar panels, electric vehicles, and defence applications.</p>



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<p><em>Gold has hit record highs in the period, reflecting geopolitical tensions, while we are also seeing a strong underlying support from central banks. We expect these themes or aspects to continue for the foreseeable future</em>. <br>Fresnillo</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-dividend-yield">Dividend yield </h2>



<p>The stock&#8217;s offering a decent 3.6% forecast dividend yield. And following another production dip this year, the miner expects gold and silver volumes to bounce back in 2027 and 2028. </p>



<p>A recent acquisition in Canada has added another 10m ounces of gold to its resource base, while the balance sheet is in tremendous shape.</p>



<p>For investors with a stomach for volatility, I think Fresnillo is worth considering after its 26% fall. </p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/18/5000-invested-in-fresnillo-shares-5-weeks-ago-is-now-worth/">£5,000 invested in Fresnillo shares 5 weeks ago is now worth…</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                                <title>This FTSE 100 stock soared 900% — but after a 25% crash, is the rally over?</title>
                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/16/this-ftse-100-stock-soared-900-but-after-a-25-crash-is-the-rally-over/</link>
                                <pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andrew Mackie]]></dc:creator>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>After blowing away the FTSE 100 in 2025, this miner has hit turbulence in 2026 — Andrew Mackie investigates what’s driving the swings and what’s next.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/16/this-ftse-100-stock-soared-900-but-after-a-25-crash-is-the-rally-over/">This FTSE 100 stock soared 900% — but after a 25% crash, is the rally over?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>FTSE 100</strong> investors who backed <strong>Fresnillo</strong> (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE: FRES</a>) two years ago have seen extraordinary gains. After nearly a tenfold surge, the share price has now tumbled around 25% from its highs. So is the party over — or is this crash the opportunity long-term investors have been waiting for?</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-share-price-crash">Share price crash</h2>



<p>I see two main reasons for the recent <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/personal-finance/share-dealing/guides/what-goes-up-when-the-stock-market-crashes/">25% drop</a> in the miner’s share price. First is obvious: prices. Silver soared to $120 an ounce earlier this year, and even after falling to $79, it’s still more than three times higher than just a couple of years ago.</p>



<p>But the bigger story is production. Despite delivering record results this month, output fell — silver dropped 13.5% and <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/market-sectors/investing-in-gold-stocks-in-the-uk/">gold</a> 5%.</p>



<p>Looking ahead to FY26, silver production is forecast in the range of 42-46m ounces, before rebounding toward 50m ounces in 2027.</p>



<p>The company is also laying the groundwork for future growth. Capital expenditure is rising sharply, aimed at mine optimisation and development projects.</p>



<p>Exploration is accelerating, with six advanced projects now in the pipeline, two more than last year. And the recent all-cash acquisition of Probe Gold in Quebec instantly adds 10m ounces of gold to the resource base while giving the miner access to established infrastructure and skilled teams.</p>



<p>With a clear plan to grow resources and production, the miner’s long-term appeal now hinges on whether gold and silver prices can stay strong over the coming years.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-strategic-asset">Strategic asset</h2>



<p>Silver and gold are no longer just investment plays — they’re critical to national security. Both the US and China have classified silver as a ‘critical mineral’, and strategic buyers move quietly to secure it before it’s needed.</p>



<p>These governments, along with other major players, are quietly taking delivery of physical metal — not to trade on short-term price swings, but to secure supply for manufacturing, technology, and defence.</p>



<p>At the same time, global demand for EVs, solar panels, 5G, and advanced electronics continues to rise, while production struggles to keep pace. New mines take over a decade to come online, creating structural shortages. Even when prices spike or fall, accumulation by strategic buyers shows no sign of slowing.</p>



<p>For investors, the takeaway is clear: the market may appear volatile, but the underlying scarcity and strategic importance of these metals could support Fresnillo’s earnings for years, laying a foundation for long-term gains beyond daily price noise.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-rising-costs">Rising costs</h2>



<p>Even with strong metals prices, Fresnillo isn’t immune to risks. The single largest cost for any miner is energy — from running machinery to transporting ore — and oil prices climbing back above $100 a barrel could quickly squeeze margins.</p>



<p>Other operational risks remain, too. Mining is a depleting business: ore bodies eventually run out, and replacing them isn’t guaranteed. Environmental regulations, safety compliance, and capital-intensive projects like deepening shafts or expanding tailings dams can also push costs higher.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-bottom-line">Bottom line</h2>



<p>Fresnillo’s share price has soared over the past two years but has also hit ‘crash territory’ twice in the last 12 months, each drop exceeding 20%.</p>



<p>Volatility is inevitable, but conviction matters just as much as charts. With gold and silver expected to remain strong, I used this pullback to add to my holdings.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/16/this-ftse-100-stock-soared-900-but-after-a-25-crash-is-the-rally-over/">This FTSE 100 stock soared 900% — but after a 25% crash, is the rally over?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/06/the-isa-deadlines-almost-on-us-heres-a-last-minute-ftse-100-share-to-consider/</link>
                                <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:25:43 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Royston Wild]]></dc:creator>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Investors have just a month to max out their Stocks and Shares ISA allowance for the 2026 tax year. Here are UK share idea to think about.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/06/the-isa-deadlines-almost-on-us-heres-a-last-minute-ftse-100-share-to-consider/">The ISA deadline&#8217;s almost on us! Here&#8217;s a last-minute FTSE 100 share to consider</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p>The Stocks and Shares ISA deadline (5 April) is rapidly approaching. This means an investor who doesn&#8217;t use their full £20,000 allowance for this tax year will lose it forever.</p>



<p>Given the enormous tax benefits of the ISA &#8212; not a penny is due to HMRC on capital gains or dividends &#8212; any failure to &#8216;max out&#8217; the full allocation can really hit you in your pocket. At this time of year, I&#8217;m looking to put as much money in my own account as possible.</p>



<p>That doesn&#8217;t mean I have to buy any stocks, trusts or funds right away. Just making the deposit itself is enough to secure this year&#8217;s allowance. But why wait? There are stacks of bargain shares on the <strong>FTSE 100 </strong>alone to choose from. Some look even more tasty from a value perspective following recent stock market volatility.</p>



<p>Here&#8217;s one dirt cheap <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/personal-finance/share-dealing/guides/what-is-the-ftse-100/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FTSE</a> share I think deserves serious attention today.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-silver-surfer">Silver surfer</h2>


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<p><strong>Fresnillo </strong>(<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE:FRES</a>) is the world&#8217;s biggest sliver producer, as well as a significant gold supplier. As such, its shares have taken off as precious metals have exploded. It&#8217;s risen a spectacular 334% in value in the last year alone.</p>



<p>Yet today, Fresnillo&#8217;s share price still offers stunning value. At £36.96 per share, the company trades on a forward <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/how-to-value-shares/the-peg-ratio/" id="www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/how-to-value-shares/the-peg-ratio/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price-to-earnings growth (PEG)</a> ratio of 0.4. Earnings are tipped to surge 46% year on year in 2026.</p>



<p>A reminder that a PEG ratio of 1 implies a share that&#8217;s undervalued. So why is the FTSE 100 company trading so cheaply?</p>



<p>It could be that the market fears gold and silver prices could remain volatile following their recent stunning gains. It&#8217;s also worth remembering that mining for metals is extremely unpredictable business.</p>



<p>Even if bullion prices keep rising, a company&#8217;s share price can sink if it endures exploration, mine development or production issues. These can leave earnings projections in tatters.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-can-fresnillo-shares-keep-rising">Can Fresnillo shares keep rising?</h2>



<p>Yet on balance, I think the potential rewards of buying Fresnillo shares could offset these dangers. It&#8217;s why I think the Latin American miner&#8217;s worth serious consideration this ISA season.</p>



<p>First off, the £28 billion-cap company has enormous scale that helps it absorb localised operational issues. It has eight working mines in Mexico and a string of advanced development and exploration projects spanning The Americas. If one project experiences problems, it doesn&#8217;t knock the group as a whole out of sync.</p>



<p>This leaves it better placed to exploit the long bull run in precious metals. The question is, can gold and silver keep soaring? I think they can, as safe haven demand from central banks and investors marches ever higher.</p>



<p>Inflows into gold-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) soared again in February, according to the World Gold Council. This resulted in the strongest ever two-month start to a calendar year. With geopolitical tensions increasing and inflation fears growing too, I expect Fresnillo shares to keep heading higher, giving ISA investors a boost.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/06/the-isa-deadlines-almost-on-us-heres-a-last-minute-ftse-100-share-to-consider/">The ISA deadline&#8217;s almost on us! Here&#8217;s a last-minute FTSE 100 share to consider</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                                <title>FTSE 100’s Fresnillo shares pull back despite record blowout results — opportunity or mirage?</title>
                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/03/ftse-100s-fresnillo-shares-pull-back-despite-record-blowout-results-opportunity-or-mirage/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:51:17 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andrew Mackie]]></dc:creator>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Andrew Mackie says the Fresnillo share price could keep climbing as record results, ultra-low costs, and soaring silver and gold prices power the FTSE 100 miner.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/03/ftse-100s-fresnillo-shares-pull-back-despite-record-blowout-results-opportunity-or-mirage/">FTSE 100’s Fresnillo shares pull back despite record blowout results — opportunity or mirage?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Fresnillo</strong> (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE:FRES</a>) share price doesn’t do boring. The <strong>FTSE 100</strong> precious metals miner has surged eightfold in two years — even after silver plunged 30% in a single day earlier this year. For most assets, that kind of drop would have killed the rally.</p>



<p>Now the company has posted record FY25 results. So investors face a simple question: is this surge built on solid foundations, or stretched too far?</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-fy25-results">FY25 results</h2>



<p>The numbers are eye-catching. Adjusted revenue climbed 27.6% to $4.6bn, EBITDA surged 80.7% to $2.8bn, profit before tax almost tripled to $2.1bn, while earnings per share jumped more than fourfold year on year.</p>



<p>That translated into serious cash. The miner ended 2025 with a $1.9bn <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/understanding-company-accounts/the-cash-flow-statement/">net cash position</a> — up from just $458m a year earlier — and proposed a $950m dividend, the largest since listing and comfortably above its usual 50% payout policy.</p>



<p>But here’s the twist: production actually fell. Silver output dropped 13.5%, and gold slipped 5%, reflecting lower grades and the closure of San Julián DOB. In other words, the company didn’t grow by digging more metal out of the ground.</p>



<p>It grew because prices were higher and because costs were tightly controlled. Adjusted production costs fell 11%, helped by efficiencies and a weaker peso.</p>



<p>That’s operating leverage in action. When metals rise, profits don’t just increase, they accelerate.</p>



<p>The key question now is whether that dynamic can continue.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-supportive-backdrop">Supportive backdrop</h2>



<p>Silver isn’t just a metal — it’s both money and machinery. While governments pile up on debt, central banks continue accumulating gold and silver as safe-haven reserves. At the same time, demand from electric vehicles, solar panels, 5G networks, defence systems and advanced electronics keeps climbing.</p>



<p>Even Washington and Beijing have now classified silver as an essential metal.</p>



<p>The problem? Supply can’t respond quickly. It can take more than a decade to bring a new mine online. When demand outpaces production like this, prices tend to find support.</p>



<p>That dynamic explains why silver could fall 30% in a single day earlier this year — and still rebound strongly. Volatility is part of the cycle. The structural forces underneath it are what matter.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-risks">Risks</h2>



<p>Mining is a wasting business. Ore bodies deplete, and replacing them isn’t guaranteed. If Fresnillo fails to replenish reserves through exploration or acquisitions, long-term production could decline regardless of metal prices.</p>



<p>Environmental regulation and potential mine-closure liabilities may also increase costs over time. While today’s <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/understanding-company-accounts/the-balance-sheet/">balance sheet</a> is strong, sustaining growth in a capital-intensive industry requires continuous reinvestment — and that always carries execution risk.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-s-the-verdict">What’s the verdict?</h2>



<p>Gold and silver aren’t just cyclical trades. They sit at the crossroads of sovereign debt expansion, central bank diversification, and the global push toward electrification and advanced technology. Supply remains slow and capital-intensive, while demand is broadening.</p>



<p>This is where Fresnillo comes in. With ultra-low production costs and dual exposure to silver and gold, even modest price moves can drive disproportionate earnings growth. That operating leverage was clear in 2025.</p>



<p>The question isn’t whether metals will swing — they always do. It’s whether the structural forces behind them are strengthening.</p>



<p>I believe they are. That’s why I recently doubled down by acquiring more shares.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/03/ftse-100s-fresnillo-shares-pull-back-despite-record-blowout-results-opportunity-or-mirage/">FTSE 100’s Fresnillo shares pull back despite record blowout results — opportunity or mirage?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                <link>https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/03/looking-for-ftse-100-bargains-before-the-isa-deadline-here-are-3-to-consider/</link>
                                <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Royston Wild]]></dc:creator>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for last minute additions for a high-power Stocks and Shares ISA? Royston Wild picks out two top FTSE 100 bargains to consider today.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/03/looking-for-ftse-100-bargains-before-the-isa-deadline-here-are-3-to-consider/">Looking for FTSE 100 bargains before the ISA deadline? Here are 2 to consider</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>FTSE 100</strong> investors have just a month left to max out their annual Stocks and Shares ISA allowance. The deadline to deposit up to £20,000 in one of these tax-efficient products is 5 April. Once this passes, any unused capital allowance can&#8217;t be rolled over to the 2026/27 tax year.</p>



<p>Does this mean we need to <span style="text-decoration: underline">buy</span> shares before this date? Not at all. Investors can just deposit their cash if they want to and look for stocks to buy later on. <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/isas-and-investment-funds/stocks-and-shares-isas/" id="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/isas-and-investment-funds/stocks-and-shares-isas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ISAs</a> can hold shares, trusts and funds from across the globe.</p>



<p>This doesn&#8217;t mean they <span style="text-decoration: underline">have</span> to wait, of course. In fact, those who delay may miss out on some top bargains. Here are two cut-price FTSE 100 shares I think deserve serious consideration today.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-alliance-witan">Alliance Witan</h2>


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<p>Shares in investment trust <strong>Alliance Witan </strong>(<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-alw/">LSE:ALW</a>) are trading at a handy discount today. At £12.86 per share, they&#8217;re around 6% cheaper than the trust&#8217;s net asset value (NAV) per share.</p>



<p>What makes it worth considering today? Since early 2021, it&#8217;s delivered an average annual return of 10.1%. Pooled investments like this let investors target big gains while simultaneously managing risk in an effective manner. Alliance Witan&#8217;s £5.4bn portfolio is spread across 233 global companies, which limits drag on overall performance if a handful of stocks struggle.</p>



<p>I especially like the high concentration of tech stocks. Companies like <strong>Nvidia</strong>, <strong>Microsoft</strong> and <strong>Apple </strong>allow it to target high-growth industries like cybersecurity, cloud computing, autonomous vehicles and artificial intelligence (AI). But be mindful that this focus could also leave the trust vulnerable if fears over an AI bubble grow.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-fresnillo">Fresnillo</h2>


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<p><strong>Fresnillo</strong> (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE:FRES</a>) has an enormous chance to surge again as precious metals prices recover. I don&#8217;t think this is reflected in the gold and silver miner&#8217;s £44.50 share price.</p>



<p>City analysts think the Mexican miner&#8217;s earnings will soar 87% year on year in 2026. And so it changes hands on a forward <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/how-to-value-shares/the-peg-ratio/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price-to-earnings growth (PEG) ratio</a> of 0.2. A reminder than any sub-1 reading indicates a share that&#8217;s trading below value.</p>



<p>Precious metals prices have been volatile in recent weeks. They could remain so if gold and silver investors continue booking profits after recent strong gains. However, I believe the safe-haven commodities will hit new record highs sooner rather than later, driven by interest rate cuts, growing geopolitical uncertainty and a falling US dollar.</p>



<p>A wide range of analysts share my positive take. <strong>JP Morgan</strong> boffins for instance reckon gold will reach $6,300 an ounce by the end of 2026. That&#8217;s up from $5,240 today. This sort of scenario would likely pull Fresnillo&#8217;s share price skywards again, unless operational issues kick in that hamper production. The FTSE 100 firm&#8217;s risen 470% in value over the last 12 months.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/03/03/looking-for-ftse-100-bargains-before-the-isa-deadline-here-are-3-to-consider/">Looking for FTSE 100 bargains before the ISA deadline? Here are 2 to consider</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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                                <title>2 stocks to consider buying that outperformed during the last stock market crash</title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Jon Smith reviews the performance of two stocks during the 2020 market rout and explains why they both could be good ones to consider buying now.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/02/25/2-stocks-to-consider-buying-that-outperformed-during-the-last-stock-market-crash/">2 stocks to consider buying that outperformed during the last stock market crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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<p>In early 2020, the pandemic outbreak caused the <strong>FTSE 100</strong> to crash. Even though it eventually recovered, investors who had some defensive picks in their portfolios certainly had a smoother ride than others did. Given some concern around whether the UK market is due for another crash, here are two stocks to think about buying that did well last time the market was under pressure.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-running-for-safety">Running for safety</h2>



<p>During Q1 2020, the FTSE 100 fell by 25.4%. In comparison, <strong>Fresnillo </strong>(<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-fres/">LSE:FRES</a>) rose by 3.5%. The precious metals miner saw strong demand as gold and silver prices surged. Investors sought safe-haven assets during periods of market stress, with precious metals having a strong historical track record of outperforming.</p>



<p>The intriguing part of buying Fresniollo as a defensive pick is that whatever the cause of the next crash might be, it&#8217;ll likely trigger a similar move to buy precious metals.</p>



<p>In some cases, mining stocks can outperform the metals’ price. This is due to the operational leverage that Fresnillo (and <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/market-sectors/investing-in-mining-stocks-in-the-uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">related companies</a>) have. What I mean by this is that if the price of silver jumps 10% tomorrow, Fresnillo can immediately benefit from a higher selling price. Yet the cost of extracting the metal hasn&#8217;t changed from the previous day. So it can increase output, enjoy the higher revenue, and also enjoy higher profits in the short term due to fixed costs of production.</p>



<p>However, Fresnillo is a <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/investing-basics/understanding-the-market/what-is-market-volatility/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">volatile stock</a>. As the share price is correlated to commodity prices, it can experience sharp swings both higher and lower. It&#8217;s up 412% in the past year, but with a price-to-earnings ratio of 147, some might understandably see it as overvalued at the moment.</p>


<div class="tmf-chart-multipleseries" data-title="Fresnillo Plc + Cmc Markets Plc Price" data-tickers="LSE:FRES LSE:CMCX" data-range="5y" data-start-date="" data-end-date="" data-comparison-value=""></div>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-benefitting-from-volatility">Benefitting from volatility </h2>



<p>Another stock to consider is <strong>CMC Markets</strong> (<a class="tickerized-link" href="https://www.fool.co.uk/tickers/lse-cmcx/">LSE:CMCX</a>). During Q1 2020, it rallied 22%. This was primarily due to the high market volatility, which drove a surge in retail trading activity. Given that CMC operates a retail trading platform, it was able to capture and benefit from these higher volumes. Profitability increased as it makes a small commission on each trade, so the more trades that occur, the more money it makes!</p>



<p>Again, I think this could do well regardless of the cause of the next crash. Irrespective of the catalyst, we&#8217;ll likely see higher volatility in both stocks and other asset classes. CMC has a broad product range that can be traded, suggesting it should outperform as client activity increases.</p>



<p>Further, it&#8217;s now a larger company than back in 2020. It&#8217;s expanded different partnership agreements, and in the latest half-year report noted that of the new account openings, <em>&#8220;around 70% of these accounts are from European countries where we have no physical presence.&#8221;</em></p>



<p>One risk is higher competition. Other platforms catering to the same crowd have popped up in recent years, putting pressure on CMC to maintain market share.</p>



<p>Even with the concerns, I think both stocks are worthy of consideration by investors right now.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/02/25/2-stocks-to-consider-buying-that-outperformed-during-the-last-stock-market-crash/">2 stocks to consider buying that outperformed during the last stock market crash</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.fool.co.uk">The Motley Fool UK</a>.</p>
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