August 2025 in London Citi and JP Morgan, two big names on Wall Street, have given Rolls-Royce a strong vote of confidence. Both banks have raised their share price targets by a lot because of strong results in the first half of the year. This shows that the aerospace and engineering giant is financially stable and on track for future growth.
Citi has catapulted its target to 1,101p, up from 641p, driven by optimism around upgraded profit forecasts—23% higher for 2025, and 28% for 2029—alongside stronger cash-flow projections. The bank has also upped its mid-term profit growth assumption from 4% to 8% and added about 40p of value tied to Rolls-Royce’s small modular reactor (SMR) ambitions, now seen as a potential growth frontier in the 2030s. Citi projects a 12.3% compound annual profit growth (2025–2030), with cash conversion peaking at 120%, before normalizing around 114%
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Agreeing with the bullish sentiment, JP Morgan has set a new target of 1,245p, a 20% increase, citing upgraded earnings per share estimates—driven in part by a one-off provision release—and a more favorable valuation multiple. The bank praises Rolls-Royce’s diversified exposure in commercial aerospace, data-centres, German defence, and a resurgent civil nuclear power sector, noting that its transformation efforts and efficiency gains reinforce its long-term investment case. JP Morgan emphasizes that, alongside its three core operational units, SMRs may soon become a fourth strategic pillar
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What This Means: Investors can take solace in the fact that even with high profit multiples, the company’s strong cash-flow fundamentals and expansion into emerging markets (like SMR) elevate its appeal. In afternoon trading following the upgrades, Rolls-Royce shares edged higher to around 1,074p
But in another corner of the public eye, one name still pervades headlines: Molly-Mae.
Who Is Molly-Mae?
Her name now echoes across tabloids and social media, whether tied to luxury cars, new brand deals, or personal dramas—but who exactly is Molly-Mae?
From Love Island to Influencer Empire
Molly-Mae Hague was born in Stevenage, Hertfordshire on 26 May 1999. She shot into national prominence in 2019 as a contestant on the fifth series of Love Island (UK), finishing as runner-up alongside partner Tommy Fury.
Since then, she’s built an expansive and lucrative career as a digital entrepreneur and influencer:
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Previously served as Creative Director at fashion retailer PrettyLittleThing, reportedly earning up to £400,000 a month .
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Founded her own tanning brand, Filter by Molly-Mae, and a fashion label, Maebe, which quickly sold out.
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Recently launched a seven-figure beauty deal with Beautyworks, one of her earliest brand partners—a sentimental and commercially significant partnership .
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Commands a vast social media following—around 8 million followers on Instagram and 2 million on YouTube .
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Ventures span collaborations with big names like LOOKFANTASTIC, Starbucks, Aveeno, JD Sports, and Bentley Motors .
Personal Life in the Spotlight
Her personal life has also stayed in the headlines:
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She and boxer Tommy Fury began dating during Love Island in 2019, welcomed daughter Bambi in January 2023, and got engaged in July 2023 .
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In August 2024, she announced their split—triggering widespread media attention.
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The pair have since reconciled as of May 2025, and are once again working through their relationship together.
Documentation of Her Journey
Her story has been chronicled in documentary form, offering an intimate look into her life and struggles:
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“Molly-Mae: Behind It All”, an Amazon Prime Video documentary that debuted in January 2025, follows her life post-split. The teaser promised an unfiltered, emotional portrayal of her challenges and personal journey .
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Part Two is underway, with the new collaboration with Beautyworks arriving alongside it—solidifying her dual status as a businesswoman and media personality .
The Essence: Molly-Mae is the embodiment of the modern influencer—rooted in reality TV—but grown into a thriving style, beauty, and lifestyle mogul. Her authenticity, transparent branding, and entrepreneurial drive have cemented her as a favourite among Gen Z and beyond.
Intersection of Worlds: Why These Two Stories Matter
At first glance, Rolls-Royce’s institutional upgrade and Molly-Mae’s influencer milestones seem worlds apart—but they share key themes:
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Confidence from reputation: Just as Citi and JP Morgan trust Rolls-Royce’s fundamentals and strategy, Molly-Mae’s audience trusts her authenticity and aesthetic, sustaining her brand growth.
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Diversification as a growth strategy: Rolls-Royce is expanding via SMR and defence, while Molly-Mae brings new product lines from skincare to fashion.
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Narrative-driven value: Rolls-Royce pitched a compelling story of transformation and discipline; Molly-Mae sells her personal journey—motherhood, business, and self-reinvention.
In markets or personal branding, continued momentum stems from trust, strategic expansion, and a resonating narrative.
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Rolls-Royce sees strong gains in investor sentiment, with Citi rising its target to 1,101p and JP Morgan to 1,245p, thanks to upgraded forecasts and SMR potential .
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Molly-Mae Hague, now a globally recognised influencer-entrepreneur, continues to grow her brand empire—from Love Island fame to Maebe, Filter, Beautyworks deals, and a Prime Video documentary—anchored by her authenticity and business acumen
