FTSE 100 dividend forecasts are steady but below 2018’s high, with companies expected to pay out £78.6bn in 2024 and £83.9bn in 2025. Share buybacks are also boosting income opportunities for UK equities, with firms expected to return £131.5bn in 2024 and £85.7bn in 2025. Despite a stagnant FTSE 100, UK equities offer a favorable cash return compared to bonds, with a cash yield of 7.7% for the FTSE 350.
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Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) and Shopify (NASDAQ: SHOP) have seen significant share price increases this year, with Microsoft up 20% and Shopify up 27%. Despite their gains, both companies still offer substantial upside potential and possess qualities of "forever stocks," indicating they remain strong investment options. Want More Context? 🔎
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