FTSE 100 Growth

The FTSE 100 index experienced a period of growth this week, setting fresh records for three consecutive days before edging lower on Friday and all tips are a mix of 78% BUY, 9& HOLD and 13% SELL.

1. BUY Dr. Martens (DOCS)

Top performing stock pick this week is BUY Dr. Martens by Peel Hunt with a tip performance of 17.22%.

Dr. Martens plc is a British footwear and clothing brand, listed on the London Stock Exchange and a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.

The company is best known for its iconic boots and has a strong international retail and wholesale presence. Dr. Martens’ share price listed at 370p in 2021, peaked at 500p shortly after listing, and is today at 114p.

In Stockomendation there are four open UK fund manager short position, view them here.

2. BUY Applied Nutrition (APN)

Second top performing stock pick this week is BUY Applied Nutrition by Deutsche Bank with a tip performance of 8.78%.

Applied Nutrition plc is a Liverpool-based sports nutrition company with four major brands: Applied Nutrition, ABE, BodyFuel, and Endurance.

The company listed on AIM in 2024. Its share price launched at 160p, rose to 240p earlier this year, and is today at 222p.

On 19th August Applied Nutrition released a trading update in this RNS stating 24% year-on-year revenue growth and a 19% increase in EBITDA, both ahead of expectations. Analysts responded positively, with Deutsche Bank reiterating its BUY recommendation.

In Stockomendation there are no open fund manager short positions reported.

3. BUY WH Smith (SMWH)

Third top performing stock pick this week is BUY WH Smith by Deutsche Bank with a tip performance of 7.39%.

WH Smith plc is a UK-based retailer focusing on travel outlets in airports, train stations, and hospitals, with operations across more than 30 countries. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.

WH Smith’s share price first listed at 190p in 1948, reached an all-time high of 2,236p in 2024, and is today at 1,820p.

On 15th August WH Smith completed the sale of its FunkyPigeon.com greetings card and gifts business to Card Factory for £24 million, according to this RNS. The disposal sharpened the company’s focus on travel retail and provided additional liquidity.

In Stockomendation there are five open fund manager short positions, view those here.

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Disclaimer: The contents of this article should not be considered financial advice. Pricing data correct as at 22nd August 2025.