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Prediction: Nvidia stock will increase by about seven to 17 times in five years, depending upon the level of competition and assuming the U.S. economy remains at least relatively healthy for most of this period.
Nvidia (NVDA -0.31%) stock has been a fantastic performer over the short and long terms. Shares of the artificial intelligence (AI) chip and infrastructure leader have returned 1,440% and 26,960% over the last three years and decade, respectively, as of Friday, Oct. 17. These performances have transformed a $1,000 investment into $15,400 and $270,600, respectively. By comparison, one grand invested in the S&P 500 index has turned into $1,894 in three years and $3,910 in 10 years.
With Nvidia stock’s eye-popping gains, it’s easy to wonder if you missed your chance at buying shares. The answer is no, in my view, as Nvidia stock has many years of great performance left.
There are two reasons for my optimism. First, the AI revolution is still in its early stages. Second, Nvidia’s graphics processing units (GPUs) are the gold standard for processing AI workloads, and there is no indication that they’re in danger of losing that status, at least not for some time.
Below are my prediction ranges (a best case and a base case) for Nvidia stock’s price in about five years, or by the end of 2030. My estimates are built upon data provided by Nvidia’s CEO and CFO on the company’s most recent quarterly earnings call. (Nvidia’s earnings calls are chock-full of valuable data — and listening to them is worth the time.)
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From CFO Colette Kress’ remarks on Nvidia’s fiscal second-quarter earnings call in late August:
We are at the beginning of an industrial revolution that will transform every industry. We see $3 [trillion] to $4 trillion in AI infrastructure spend by the end of the decade. The scale and scope of these [AI infrastructure] buildouts present significant long-term growth opportunities for Nvidia Corporation. [Emphasis mine.]
From CEO Jensen Huang’s remarks on the fiscal Q2 earnings call:
And so our contribution … is a large part of the AI infrastructure. Out of a gigawatt AI factory, which can go [cost] anywhere from … $50 to $60 billion, we represent about $35 [billion] plus or minus of that.
Huang is saying that a typical 1-gigawatt AI data center or other AI facility costs about $50 billion to $60 billion to build, and that about $35 billion of that cost is for Nvidia’s AI technology.
So, about 58% ($35 billion divided by $60 billion) to 70% ($35 billion divided by $50 billion) of the total cost of an AI facility is the cost of buying Nvidia’s tech.
Kress said the company expects total global AI infrastructure spending to be $3 trillion to $4 trillion annually by the end of the decade. (It’s not clear whether she meant by 2029 or 2030, but I’m using 2030 to be conservative. Moreover, Nvidia just published a presentation that uses the $3 trillion to $4 trillion projection by 2030.)
Of that $3 trillion to $4 trillion, Nvidia stands to take in 58% to 70% of it, according to Huang. This assumes that percentage range remains about the same. This will be part of my “best-case estimate,” but I am also going to calculate a “base-case estimate” that assumes Nvidia’s percentage of total AI infrastructure spend declines moderately, by 20%. This will account for the potential for increased competition by chipmaker Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and others.
Revenue from AI infrastructure spend that Nvidia should generate in about five years:
Now, I’ll use the numbers calculated above to come up with price target ranges for Nvidia stock in about five years. Two additional data points needed:
I only considered Nvidia’s data center market platform growth when calculating my price targets. That’s because this AI-driven platform accounts for the vast majority of the company’s revenue and earnings — and stock price gains are usually driven by earnings growth.
In the first half of the current fiscal year, the data center platform accounted for 88% of Nvidia’s total revenue. And it accounted for an even higher percentage of total earnings. That percentage is unknown because management does not break out earnings or other profitability metric by platform. But management has said that its data center platform is more profitable than its overall business. So, the data center platform probably accounts for in the mid-90% of total earnings.
If one or more of the company’s other market platforms (gaming, professional visualization, and auto) grows revenue and earnings tremendously over the next five years, that should be upside for my price targets. The auto platform has the potential to be a big winner over the next five years due to driverless vehicles steadily progressing toward legality. Nvidia’s end-to-end AI-powered driverless tech platform is widely adopted.
My estimates assume the U.S. economy remains in at least a minimal growth mode and the stock market remains in a bull market for much of the next five years.
I don’t think a mild and relatively brief recession would derail my Nvidia stock price targets, at least not by much, but a deep or long-lasting recession and long-lasting bear market would almost surely derail them.
Nvidia stock best-case price target in five years: $1,942 to $3,115. (Of course, the stock would most likely split before it reached these levels, but the underlying growth remains the same.) This equates to Nvidia’s stock price increasing by 10.6 to 17.0 times. It also equates to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 60% to 76%.
Nvidia stock base-case price target in five years: $1,300 to $2,125. This equates to Nvidia’s stock price increasing by 7.1 to 11.6 times. It also equates to a CAGR of 48% to 63%.
Taken together, the Nvidia stock price target range in five years is $1,300 to $3,115.
Range Financial Group LLC fully exited its position in Fortinet (FTNT 0.45%), selling 29,944 shares for an estimated $3.2 million, according to an SEC filing dated Oct. 17.
The fund sold its entire position in Fortinet.
The position previously accounted for 1.2% of the fund’s AUM
According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission dated October 17, 2025, Range Financial Group LLC sold its entire stake in Fortinet. The firm liquidated the 29,944 shares it held, with the estimated value of the transaction based on the quarterly average price totaling $3.2 million. The fund now holds no position in Fortinet.
The fund sold out of Fortinet, reducing its exposure from 1.2% of AUM as of June 30, 2025 to zero
Top holdings after the filing:
NYSEMKT: GJAN: $13.9 million (5.0% of AUM) as of Sept. 30
NASDAQ: NVDA: $10 million (3.6% of AUM) as of Sept. 30
NASDAQ: STX: $7.7 million (2.8% of AUM) as of Sept. 30
NYSEMKT: SPLG: $7.2 million (2.6% of AUM) as of Sept. 30
NYSEMKT: PJAN: $7.1 million (2.6% of AUM) as of Sept. 30
Shares of Fortinet closed at $83.44 on Oct. 17, 2025, up 3.2% over the past year but underperforming the S&P 500’s total return by 12.4 percentage points
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $63.94 billion |
| Revenue (TTM) | $6.34 billion |
| Net Income (TTM) | $1.94 billion |
| Price (as of market close 10/17/25) | $83.44 |
Fortinet, Inc. is a global provider of integrated cybersecurity solutions, offering a broad product portfolio and scalable security infrastructure. The company leverages a mix of proprietary hardware and software to deliver robust network protection and threat mitigation for enterprises of all sizes.
It serves a diverse global customer base across telecommunications, technology, government, financial services, education, retail, manufacturing, and healthcare sectors.
The company generates revenue primarily through hardware and software sales, security subscriptions, technical support, and professional services, leveraging a channel partner distribution model alongside direct sales.
Range Financial sold its entire position after adding shares during the second quarter. During the June 30 through Sept. 30 period, the fund boosted its share ownership from 2.7 million shares to nearly 3.2 million shares.
However, the share sale follows the market’s negative reaction following Fortinet’s second-quarter earnings release on Aug. 6, sending the share price down nearly 22% the following day.
The company reported a 14% revenue increase to over $1.6 billion, the high end of management’s quarterly guidance. The company also reported adjusted diluted earnings per share of $0.64, exceeding its budgeted figure. Management also raised its annual EPS guidance.
Nonetheless, investors focused on Fortinet’s announcement that it has completed 40% to 50% of its planned firewall upgrade cycle. The higher-than-expected figure led to concern that many customers have already upgraded, limiting future revenue growth. Several analysts downgraded their ratings following the announcement.
AUM (Assets Under Management): The total market value of investments managed by a fund or investment firm.
Liquidated: Sold off an entire investment position, converting it to cash.
Exposure: The proportion of a portfolio invested in a particular asset, sector, or market.
Channel partner distribution model: A sales approach where products are sold through third-party partners rather than directly to customers.
Stake: The amount of ownership or shares held in a company or investment.
Quarterly average price: The average price of a security over a three-month reporting period.
Reportable U.S. equity assets: U.S. stock holdings that must be disclosed in regulatory filings.
TTM: The 12-month period ending with the most recent quarterly report.
Security subscriptions: Ongoing service contracts providing access to cybersecurity updates and support.
Centralized management: A system that allows control and monitoring of multiple devices or services from a single platform.
Endpoint protection: Security solutions designed to protect devices like computers and smartphones from cyber threats.
Threat mitigation: Actions or technologies used to reduce or prevent cybersecurity risks.
Lawrence Rothman has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Fortinet and Nvidia. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
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The field of comparatively low-cost standoff munitions offerings continues to expand, with Kratos throwing its hat into the ring in the form of the Ragnarok Low-Cost Cruise Missile (LCCM).
The slender munition, which is named after the cataclysmic end of the world in Norse mythology, is capable of fitting into the bays of the XQ-58 Valkyrie drone, another Kratos product. The missile has a 500 nautical mile range and can carry an 80-pound payload, according to a release from the company. Ragnarok can also cruise at up to 35,000 feet at Mach 0.7.

While these performance figures, as least as claimed, are quite impressive, the price is perhaps more so. Kratos says the missile will cost $150,000 per unit in quantities of 100. One would imagine that number would drop further, possibly substantially so, if purchase volumes were expanded.
The performance and cost figures fit precisely with the USAF’s previously stated goals for such a weapon, which you can read about here.
Other listed features of Ragnarok’s design include a heavy use of carbon composites in its construction, an innovative wing-folding mechanism for compact storage and transport, and its ability to be deployed from weapons bays, wings, and from pallets. The fact that it is clearly built with the XQ-58 as a host in mind could prove to be a major advantage for Kratos, as the stealthy drone has extreme interest from various customers, and especially the USMC. Beyond fighters, advanced drones, bombers, and transports, its small size could see it migrate to non-traditional aircraft, including attack helicopters, if its weight allows it. U.S. Special Operations Command is also highly interested in a small cruise missile with this kind of performance, and is actively testing similar ones now.

No mention of a ground/surface launch variant is made in the release, nor are guidance packages and payload options, beyond a warhead, but we have reached out for more info on that and other aspects of the program.
Kratos has found a unique niche in the current defense acquisition environment, as its roots are primarily in target drones. The expertise built up by producing these often expendable uncrewed aircraft has ported over to the current rush toward lower-cost long-range munitions, as well as Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) and other affordable highly autonomous uncrewed systems.
The push for low-cost cruise missiles has exploded with companies large and small coming to the table with various offerings. Few have the pedigree of reliably building relatively advanced, but low-cost airframes like Kratos. Competition is growing rapidly in this space to meet emerging U.S. and foreign demands, which are in some cases intertwined. Ukraine is now in line to receive thousands of low-cost cruise missile-like munitions developed through a USAF program called the Extended Range Attack Munition (ERAM). However, other U.S. allies and partners, and the U.S. military itself, could be on track to benefit from the ERAM effort. Whether they come via ERAM or other programs, U.S. military purchases of weapons in this general vein are clearly on the horizon as advanced munitions stockpile concerns are now making headlines.

Steve Fendley, President of Kratos Unmanned Systems, is quoted as stating the following in the official release from Kratos:
“The Ragnarök LCCM represents our commitment to developing high-performance strike systems, for Valkyrie, that meet the evolving needs of today’s warfighter in conjunction with the budget realities that dictate what systems ultimately make it to the field… Its modular design delivers maximum combat capability for carriage and launch options. With complementary capability to the Northrop Grumman’s Lumberjack that’s recently been in the news, weapons in this new class which support unmanned and manned applications are coming to the forefront demonstrating their performance value per cost.”
As noted earlier, we reached out to Kratos with a number of questions about Ragnarok and the vision for it as it evolves, as well as its exact developmental state, although the company does say in their release that it is “ready for production.”
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England’s world champion full-back Ellie Kildunne said she is “open to anything” when questioned whether she would be involved in the proposed new R360 league.
“It doesn’t mean that I’d take it, but I’d like to understand the league a little bit more to see if that’s an opportunity that I’d like to take,” she told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme.
The 26-year-old was speaking at Bracknell Rugby Club to help launch the Rugby Football Union’s Rugby Fest weekend.
The initiative is aimed at ensuring the legacy of England’s Women’s Rugby World Cup win.
As the Red Roses visit clubs up and down the country, rumours surrounding the future of the club game in men’s and women’s rugby refuse to go away, with the R360 breakaway league consistently in the headlines.
The Daily Telegraph reported on Thursday that Kildunne is a top target for R360, and that it had been told “a significant number” of her England team-mates have already signed pre-contract agreements to join R360., external
Kildunne is currently contracted to Premiership Women’s Rugby side Harlequins, who open the league season on Friday, 24 October against Loughborough Lightening at the Twickenham Stoop.
“I’m just focused on the Harlequins season that I’ve got, and you know this week has been absolutely crazy, so I can’t look too far ahead – I don’t even know what I’m having for dinner tonight,” added Kildunne.
“There’s going to be lots of investment into the game now, lots of changes that people will see and I think that’s the direction that rugby needs to go.
“We’ve made something happen and that’s going to come with talking points and debates.
“This league (R360) is still something we don’t know too much about.”
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The Black Arrow, also known as the Small Cruise Missile (SCM), flew for more than 400 nautical miles in a test earlier this summer. Leidos disclosed the milestone to TWZ and also raised the possibility of eventually integrating the missile with the MQ-9 Reaper drone and the OA-1K Skyraider II light attack aircraft. As we have discussed in the past, the size and weight of Black Arrow render it suitable for carriage by a wide range of platforms, including drones, while its demonstrated range puts it very much in a class of its own.
Discussing the Black Arrow program with TWZ at the Air, Space & Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, Mark Miller, senior vice president for Missile and Aviation Systems at Leidos, stated that the 400-nautical-mile barrier had been broken in late July, during an envelope-expansion test for the missile carried out from a version of the C-130 transport. Just for context, although wildly different in basic features, that is just under double the range of the original AGM-158 JASSM air-launched cruise missile, and about 70 percent as long as the new extended-range JASSM-ER model. It’s also roughly 10 times the range of an unpowered Small Diameter Bomb.

Back in 2021, when U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) issued a contracting notice regarding a Stand-Off Precision Guided Weapon Program Cruise Missile, outlining interest in a weapon of this type, the specifications included a range of between 200 and 400 nautical miles (around 230 and 460 miles).
As well as demonstrating its range performance, the July Black Arrow test saw the missile “navigate several thousands of feet of altitude change,” expanding the envelope compared to prior testing.
Prior testing includes launch from an AC-130J Ghostrider gunship in November of last year, something you can read more about here.
“Key performance metrics included maneuverability, climbing and descent performance, waypoint guidance, navigation accuracy, and — very important —integration with the Naval Surface Warfare Center Battle Management System,” Miller added.
The roughly 200-pound munition has, so far, been tested from C-130 variants but offers the kinds of capabilities that SOCOM is increasingly looking at harnessing. Miller confirmed that the company was now looking at integrating it on different special operations aircraft, including the MQ-9 and OA-1K. Adding standoff strike capabilities to aircraft like these is seen as a critical way to ensure their relevance, especially in more contested airspace.

Notably, adding the Black Arrow to the MQ-9 or OA-1K would create a true standoff weapons delivery platform, meaning that strikes could be launched outside the range of even long-range enemy air defenses.

“Between the modularity, between the relevant testing we’ve done to date, to include integration with a battle management system, we think there’s a pathway to [integrating Black Arrow on] multiple platforms, and we look forward to proliferating it,” Miller said.
Miller said that the fact that the Black Arrow is already being tested “on a government range, on a government aircraft, integrated into a government battle management system” should provide an advantage over other affordable cruise missile designs that are currently proliferating.
So far, the Black Arrow tests have involved “various iterations” of launch tubes on the C-130’s ramp, but future integration on the MQ-9 and OA-1K would require a different launch method. Miller said there is a “clear pathway to multiple different kinds of [launch] configurations, whether it’s pallets, bomb rack units, etc., those are all part of the future discussions for this capability.”
As for pallets, Miller confirmed that the company is working on several concepts, including a modularized container, as well as “other kinds of palletized options … that will obviously vary across platforms as well.”
Miller was not willing to provide a specific timeline update on the program but told TWZ that the Black Arrow is “moving along according to an aggressive schedule.”

Meanwhile, Col. T. Justin Bronder, program executive officer-fixed wing at SOCOM, told TWZ that “There’s certainly a need for sort of this type of long-range capability across the spectrum of both SOF and service platforms.” He added: “We’re certainly looking at all options.”
Bronder also reflected upon the specific need to modernize the air-launched weapons available to Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) platforms:
“If you look at the suite of munitions in my fixed-wing portfolio, battle-proven munitions in service with the Special Operations community, they’re largely optimized around the type of fight Special Operations have been in for the past 20 years. Fairly benign environments, uncontested, closer ranges. As we look at how to maintain and adapt to keep the Special Operations Forces relevant in these future, contested, and denied environments, something like greater standoff is obviously a key attribute to consider. There’s obviously a number of programs across the department looking at longer-range affordable munitions just for that purpose.”

At the Air, Space & Cyber Conference today, TWZ also spoke to Lt. Gen. Michael E. Conley, the AFSOC commander, for his thoughts on arming the OA-1K with the Black Arrow specifically:
“The beauty of the OA-1K is that it’s modular, it’s adaptable, and for a relatively small aircraft can carry a lot of payload. And so in a perfect world, in a resource-unconstrained world, I want to be able to have as big a menu as possible of things that I could hang from a hardpoint on there, or attach as a sensor. So I absolutely see a desire to have [Black Arrow], but not just with OA-1Ks. I’d love to be able to use long-range standoff mission munitions on multiple airframes.”
Conley added that the Black Arrow is, at this point, “the biggest effort we have going right now.”

The Black Arrow also arrives on the scene at a time when the Pentagon is increasingly looking at the potential of lower-cost weapons that can be readily produced at scale to meet the likely demands of future conflicts.
The Collaborative Research and Development (CRADA) program for the Black Arrow, then known as the Small Cruise Missile, began in 2022 under an agreement between Leidos, SOCOM, and AFSOC.
Two years later, SOCOM was publicly stating that the Black Arrow was one of its top priorities and could be launched from the MC-130J Commando II special operations tanker/transport aircraft, as well as the AC-130J, and potentially other platforms.
Now, it seems, we might well be seeing the Black Arrow in the future on the MQ-9 and OA-1K. At the same time, should it prove successful, it’s hard to imagine it won’t migrate to other, more traditional platforms, such as bombers and even fighters.
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ICELAND has revealed this year’s Christmas range including a Baileys yule log and TGI Fridays pigs in blankets.
While the big day is some time away, it’s always good to prepare yourself for the festive season.
Luckily, Iceland’s new Christmas menu will hit shelves from November 6 and offers everything you need to throw a festive bash.
The items will also be available to buy at Iceland’s The Food Warehouse.
Paul Dhaliwal, Chief Commercial Officer at Iceland Foods, said: “Our customers expect variety and flavour without breaking the bank, and this year we’ve delivered just that. We’ve perfected the festive staples and added new twists that will impress and bring joy to every bite.
“From classic centrepieces and irresistible desserts to brand-new creations and party essentials, there’s something to suit every kind of Christmas celebration, no matter your style or budget.”
Iceland‘s menu this year offers customers everything they’ll need for Christmas lunch or dinner from beloved Christmas classics to some new additions.
This includes everything from their Sweet Chilli Sticky Prawns and Pizza Chicken Wedges to TGI Fridays Cheeseburger & Chip baskets.
Shoppers will be able to sink their teeth into a range of Christmas meats, pigs and blankets and all the trimmings on top.
And if you are thinking of throwing a festive bash this year, customers can take advantage of their mix-and-match deals on select products like three items for £10.
Or shoppers can stock up with their £1 party range and luxury platters.
But among the showstoppers of this year’s Christmas range is the Luxury Perfect Turkey Crown.
For £28, you can get your hands on 2.2kg of frozen boneless skin on turkey crown with added water topped with sunflower oil and herb and spice marinade.
We also have a feeling that many will be eyeing up the Bailey’s Iced Yule Log for £12.
It features mouthwatering Baileys salted caramel mousse, a dark chocolate sauce and chocolate flavoured meringue.
Christmas meats:
Pigs in Blankets:
All the trimmings:
Sweet treats:
And you can nab their Luxury Prawn and Prosecco Shells for as little as £5.
The king prawns come in a creamy Prosecco sauce topped with mashed potato, a parsley breadcrumb and cheese, served in a natural shell.
Iceland aren’t the only retailer to have revealed their Christmas food range recently either.
M&S have revealed all the festive treats that you can get through from its Christmas Food to Order range from today.
The posh supermarket is famous for its delicious Christmas food, which you’ll be able to pre-order to your home ahead of the big day.
In fact, major supermarkets have just revealed the exact dates you can book Christmas delivery slots, including Asda.
Party food (3 for £5 or 3 for £10 on select products):
£1 Party Food:
Luxury platters:
We tried the M&S Christmas collection too including their iconic American must-have and Marmite caramel sauce.
We also recently tried Morrisons new Christmas range and one festive treat was an instant winner, knocking M&S and Waitrose out the park.
Morrisons festive nosh is expected to land in its 497 stores over the coming weeks.
And if you’re after your classic chocolate tubs, we’ve calculated the cheapest supermarket to grab all your favourites this week.
TESCO has launched a range of “restaurant quality” ready-made meals across 160 of its stores around the country.
There are 12 different dishes included in the collection, for a different meal to be had each day of the week.
The brand new Finest Chef’s Collection range has been designed by Tesco’s in-house chefs.
It includes slow-cooked meals ranging from Italian to Indian cuisine, as well as classic British flavours.
Prices range from £17.50 to £20 per dish.
Among the British-inspired dishes include a Blush Double Pork Chop a Tender Lamb Rump, Balsamic and Rosemary Lamb Shoulder, Succulent Pork Belly, and an Oak Smoked Chicken Crown.
Indian flavours in the collection include Tandoori Spiced Chicken Supremes, Masala Spcied Beef Cheeks, and Spice Lamb Shanks.
The chicken and beef have masala spice blends in the sauce, while the lamb shanks are served with green tikka sauce.
For the Italian inspired dishes, there is a Blush Shoulder of Pork, Stuffed Beef Featherblad with a Procini and Parmigiano Regiiano stuffing, Nduja Stuffed Porchetta, and Rosemary and Porcini Pork Shoulder.
Breige Donaghy, Director of Product Development and Innovation Tesco, said: “We know life’s busy, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on amazing food at home.
“That’s why our chefs have created the Chef’s Collection – a range of dishes inspired by restaurant menus and packed with clever techniques that make it super easy to cook something special.
“With top-quality ingredients, and most of the prep already done, these dishes make it easy to create special food moments and transform a meal at home into something truly memorable.”
It comes after research found almost 30 per cent of Brits, and around 60 per cent of adults, have tried to pass of supermarket-cooked meals as their own.
More people have also been found to be going out less to restaurants to eat compared to last year, often due to costs.
Executive Chief at Tesco, Jamie Robinson, added: “We’ve worked hard to bring authentic flavours from across the globe to customers’ kitchens without the stress of cooking from scratch.
“Most dishes have been gently slow cooked, and come with our top cooking, pairing and plating tips to help you deliver great results every time.”
Each meal is designed as a main for two people, therefore costing £10 each.
The Finest Chef’s Collection range is launching at larger Tesco stores, and offers a 25 per cent discount of Clubcard customers until October 12.
Dishes come with step-by-step cooking instructions and a QR code that can be scanned to provide cooking, plating and pairing tips from Tesco chefs.
It comes after Tesco was mocked for launching a strange meal deal shoppers spotted in stores.
As a £9 Clubcard offer, Tesco launched a meal deal consisting of a 12-packl of Sol beers and a bag of five limes.
Many shoppers also threatened to boycott Tesco last month after it was seen increasing the price of its meal deal by 25p.
EVERY little helps when it comes to saving money at Tesco.
The Sun’s Head of Consumer Tara Evans explains how you can save money at the UK’s biggest supermarket.
Clubcard points
Tesco first launched it’s loyalty scheme back in 1995. You get one point for every £1 you spend in store. If you spend points in store then 100 points is worth £1. You can spend your points via its reward partners and get triple and even sometimes quadruple the value.
Extend Clubcard points
You can find lost Clubvcard points and find the last two years of unused vouchers by logging into the Tesco Clubcard site.
Clubcard prices
If you don’t have a Clubcard then you will miss out on its cheaper Clubcard prices. However, don’t forget to check prices before you shop because it might not be cheaper than elsewhere, especially on big value items like washing powder and loo roll.
Yellow stickers
Shops do vary the time they reduce groceries with yellow stickers but Tesco tends to be between 7pm and 9pm.
Save money if you shop online
If you get your Tesco food shop delivered then it might be worth buying a delivery saver pass to help cut the cost of delivery fees.
If you live near a Tesco then you can get click and collect slots of as little as 25p, so it might be cheaper than getting your food delivered.
A BARGAIN hunter mother has shared a stern warning to parents about a viral buy from The Range.
Last year, mums and dads were racing to stores desperate to get their hands on the must-have buy that was sure to make the festive season even more special.
And earlier this month, parents were left overjoyed to see that the purse-friendly product was now available to buy again.
But one shopper has been left very disappointed with the Large Christmas Sleigh Hamper, which she claimed is “not worth the hype.”
Eager to alert others about the “flimsy” purchase, Emma Smith took to social media to express her frustration with the £7.99 buy.
Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6 million members, the savvy shopper uploaded snaps of the huge sleigh, which was once sold-out and can hold dozens of gifts and decorations.
Alongside her post, she shared a messaged to “everybody thinking of getting The Range viral large Christmas Sleigh Hamper.”
She fumed: “I would not waste your money.”
Sharing pictures of the damaged sleigh, she snapped: “The cardboard is very flimsy.”
As well as this, she claimed: “The sleigh has collapsed to the side.”
Clearly very frustrated with her purchase, which has been described as a “fun way to display gifts” and is hailed as “the gift that keeps on giving,” Emma added: “Definitely not worth the hype!”
Emma’s post has clearly shocked many, as it was posted just 13 hours ago, but has already racked up almost 200 likes and 239 comments.
But social media users were left totally divided – while some were thankful for her thoughts, others had “no issues” with their Christmas Sleigh Hamper, which is bound to turn your home into a magical festive scene in seconds.
One person said: “Not buying again. I was crazy to get it from The Range. When you put it away it won’t fold back up. It’s cute but not worth it and very small.”
Looks like it’s been forced together tbh. For the price, it looks amazing, warts and all
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Another added: “Thank you, I was going to get one. So glad I saw this post.”
A third commented: “Same happened to mine! Filled it with sweets and it couldn’t take the weight and the legs buckled!”
However, at the same time, one shopper wrote: “I got these two years ago and this will be the third year I’ve used them. Mine are great. No issues with them.”
Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save money on your Christmas shopping.
Limit the amount of presents – buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb.
Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you’re not having to buy multiple presents.
Plan ahead – if you’ve got the stamina and budget, it’s worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.
Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you’re not forking out more than you should though.
Buy in Boxing Day sales – some retailers start their main Christmas sales early so you can actually snap up a bargain before December 25.
Delivery may cost you a bit more, but it can be worth it if the savings are decent.
Shop via outlet stores – you can save loads of money shopping via outlet stores like Amazon Warehouse or Office Offcuts.
They work by selling returned or slightly damaged products at a discounted rate, but usually any wear and tear is minor.
A second chimed in: “I got two the other day and put them up and all fine.”
Someone else beamed: “I got the large one from The Range last year and I’ll be using it again as I found it ok and didn’t have any problems with it.”
Whilst one user observed: “Looks like it’s been forced together tbh. For the price, it looks amazing, warts and all.”
Definitely not worth the hype!
Emma Smith
However, to this, Emma wrote back and claimed: “It wasn’t forced. The cardboard is hard regardless so you’ve got to make sure it’s put in the slots properly.”
Meanwhile, others praised a similar sleigh hamper from B&M.
One shopper shared: “B&M ones are better and cheaper!”
Another agreed: “Got mine from B&M, £5. Sturdy and solid.”
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