Latest share tips: Wickes, Dunelm & more

Here's your roundup of the latest share tips. See which companies the experts are buying, selling or holding this week.

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Wickes, Dunelm and Rathbones are among the companies under the spotlight this week.

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1. Wickes – BUY

Symbol: WIX.L

Index: FTSE 250

The home improvement group saw its third-quarter revenue climb 6.9% to £420 million, driven by increases in both the retail and design & installation divisions.

Two new stores were opened in the period, with two more due in the fourth quarter, according to Sam Cullen, an analyst at Peel Hunt.

“The shares have performed strongly year-to-date in 2025, rising by 42% against a sector that is up around 5%,” he said.

2. Vistry – BUY

Symbol: VTY.L

Index: FTSE 250

The housebuilder’s focus on affordable, build-to-rent housing should enable it to benefit from increased government funding.

However, investors are overlooking the potential benefits, according to Adrian Kearsey, research analyst at Panmure Liberum.

“As returns expand, we see scope for the share price to move higher,” he said.

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3. Dunelm – BUY

Symbol: DNLM.L

Index: FTSE 250

The retailer’s first-quarter sales increase illustrates that its offer continues to resonate well with consumers.

The strong trading momentum is giving John Stevenson, an analyst at Peel Hunt, confidence. As a result, he has a ‘buy’ recommendation in place and a 1,375p target price.

“Today’s update provides a welcome reminder of the relevance of the group’s offer with consumers, and the significant opportunities ahead,” he said.

4. Rathbones – HOLD

Symbol: RAT.L

Index: FTSE 250

The investment house experienced a third quarter that was something of a curate’s egg with outflows offset by stronger income.

However, the investment case is more focused on a new chief executive who wants to drive organic growth, according to Rae Maile, research analyst at Panmure Liberum.

“If he can do so, then there is potentially a very interesting opportunity as the rating is expecting little, but it will be a while until the market gets to see what is planned,” he said.

5. St James's Place – ADD

Symbol: BLND.L

Index: FTSE 100

Strong investment returns have helped funds under management grow by 7% over the third quarter to £212 billion.

Net inflows of £1.8 billion were also better than expected, according to Stuart Duncan, an analyst at Peel Hunt.

“We see scope for forecasts to move higher following this statement, with longer-term growth supported by demand for advice,” he said.

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