2nd Jul 2026
Gold has had a difficult few months. After soaring to record highs earlier in 2026, the precious metal has suffered its worst quarterly decline since 2013. Rising bond yields, a stronger US dollar and renewed enthusiasm for technology stocks have all weighed on prices, leaving many investors wondering whether the bull run is over. The…
1st Jul 2026
Oil has had a rollercoaster year! Earlier in 2026, crude prices surged as conflict in the Middle East raised fears of major supply disruptions. More recently, those fears have eased, oil prices have pulled back, and investors are once again debating where the market could head next. While short-term sentiment has cooled, oil remains one…
26th Jun 2026
Futures are one of the most powerful financial instruments available to investors. They’re used by hedge funds, professional traders, commodity producers and institutional investors to speculate on market movements or protect against future price changes. But in recent years, they’ve also become much more accessible to retail investors in the UK. Whether you want to…
25th Jun 2026
Looking to add some stability to your investment portfolio? Bonds might be the answer. They offer a way to balance out the ups and downs of the stock market. And with bond ETFs, you can easily invest in a diversified basket of bonds without the hassle of buying individual ones. Here’s a rundown of some…
25th Jun 2026
For much of the last decade, fixed-income investments were largely ignored. Interest rates were low, bond yields were uninspiring and investors could often find stronger returns elsewhere. Fast forward to 2026, and the picture looks very different. Rising bond yields, higher interest rates and growing economic uncertainty have brought fixed income back into the spotlight….
24th Jun 2026
If you’re looking for a simple way to invest without having to constantly manage your portfolio, a multi-asset ETF could be worth considering. Rather than buying separate stock market funds, bond funds, commodity funds and cash equivalents, multi-asset ETFs bundle multiple asset classes into a single investment. The result is a ready-made portfolio that can…
24th Jun 2026
Commodities might not sound as glamorous as tech stocks or crypto coins, but don’t be fooled , they’re one of the most powerful tools in your investing toolkit. And if you’re looking for a way to beat inflation, diversify your portfolio, or just tap into the raw power of global demand, commodity ETFs are a…
22nd Jun 2026
Sir Keir Starmer has announced he is resigning as prime minister — but what does another change at the top actually mean for your tax, mortgage, savings, pension and household bills? At a glance Starmer’s resignation will not change your tax bill overnight. The bigger risk is uncertainty around tax, spending and borrowing. Markets, mortgage…
19th Jun 2026
If you’ve been following the stock market over the past decade, chances are you’ve heard of the Nasdaq. Home to many of the world’s most innovative companies, the Nasdaq has become synonymous with technology, artificial intelligence and long-term growth investing. Companies such as Nvidia, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon, Meta and Alphabet have helped drive the index…
16th Jun 2026
If you’re new to investing, eToro is one of the easiest platforms to get started with. The platform gives you access to thousands of investments, including stocks, ETFs, commodities, cryptocurrencies and ready-made portfolios. Best of all, the interface is designed for beginners, which means you don’t need a finance degree to place your first investment….
15th Jun 2026
If you ask me to name a single investment that has created more wealth than almost any other over the past few decades, the answer would be simple. The S&P 500. This famous US stock market index contains 500 of America’s largest companies, including household names such as Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta….
15th Jun 2026
When most investors think about stock market indices, they usually think of the FTSE 100 or the S&P 500. But there’s another major index that’s worth knowing about: the Nikkei 225. As Japan’s leading stock market index, the Nikkei 225 provides exposure to some of the world’s largest and most innovative companies. From robotics and…
