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LSE:SPI News 26 January 2026

UK stock market today: FTSE 100 steadies as gold tops $5,100 and Spire surges

UK stock market today: FTSE 100 steadies as gold tops $5,100 and Spire surges

London, Jan 26, 2026, 10:46 GMT — Regular session London stocks stayed flat on Monday as gains in metal miners countered the drag from a firmer pound and cautious bets ahead of a busy week for global markets. Safe-haven demand is clashing with jitters over Washington’s policies, and the tension is creeping back into London pricing. Traders are eyeing upcoming…

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  • Top Single Stock Picks for Long-Term Holders According to Experts
    January 26, 2026, 9:23 AM EST. Investment experts Matt Frankel and Tyler Crowe reveal their preferred single-stock holdings if restricted to owning just one. Both favor blue-chip companies with strong fundamentals, naming Berkshire Hathaway, Markel Group, and Realty Income as solid options. Frankel also highlights Amazon, while the Motley Fool endorses Alphabet and these picks, emphasizing their confidence in these stocks' durability for long-term investors. This discussion draws on market prices as of January 22, 2026, reflecting current valuations for key portfolio candidates. The experts advise diversification but spotlight these firms as top contenders for those embracing concentrated stock ownership.
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