19th Jan 2026
Fancy yourself as the next Dragon from Dragons’ Den? Or maybe you just want your money to go somewhere exciting with the potential for high returns? Investing in startups can be risky, ye, but it can also be seriously rewarding. And the good news is, you don’t need to be a millionaire to get involved….
14th Jan 2026
Leverage is one of those investing terms that sounds complicated and a little scary at first. You might hear it described as a way to “supercharge” returns, but also as something that can lead to big losses. So what actually is leverage in investing, how does it work, and when (if ever) should everyday investors…
6th Jan 2026
Listen to the latest MoneyMagpie Invest podcasts. Find us on YouTube and Spotify. Episode 63: Why Oil Prices Are Spiking NOW – And What Happens Next In this episode, Jasmine Birtles (founder of MoneyMagpie and leading consumer finance expert) is joined by financial analyst Nick Hubble to break down the sudden volatility in oil…
19th Dec 2025
There’s been a lot of buzz about nuclear energy lately, and understandably so. With rising power demand, net-zero commitments, and questions about energy security, nuclear is back in the spotlight as a potential long-term pillar of the UK’s energy mix. But how do everyday investors actually put their money into nuclear energy, especially from the…
17th Dec 2025
Good news for your wallet might be good news for your investments too, but why the latest inflation numbers matter depends on what you own, what you’re planning, and how you respond. Let’s unpack what’s going on and what it could mean for your money. What Actually Happened? In November 2025, UK inflation fell to…
8th Dec 2025
The festive season often invites the usual cinematic comfort: snow-dusted streets, singing angels, and family drama resolved in a single, tearful climax. But for those of us with a taste for finance, the Christmas movie canon is hiding a surprising trove of investment wisdom. From commodities to corporate strategy, the lessons are there if you…
8th Dec 2025
Everywhere you go, people are talking about green investing, why it matters, how sustainable funds are booming, and why everyone from pension providers to DIY trading apps is rushing to slap a leafy logo on their products. But here’s the problem: not everything labelled “green” in 2025 is actually… green. And with new investment products…
3rd Nov 2025
Remember when your parents told you to “put some money aside for a rainy day”? That was good advice, back then. But today? Keeping your money parked in a savings account might just be the riskiest thing you can do! (aside from the obvious online scams!) In my opinion, savings accounts aren’t safe. Or at…
31st Oct 2025
If you can sniff out a yellow sticker deal from three aisles away, guess what? You already have what it takes to be a great investor! Yes, really. Because while the stock market might seem like a world of suits and spreadsheets, the truth is, good investing is just smart shopping with bigger numbers. Bargain…
22nd Oct 2025
Diwali, the festival of lights, joy, and generosity, officially started on November the 1st and will last for 5 days until November the 6th. It’s a time when people come together to celebrate new beginnings, prosperity, and the promise of a bright future. During the celebration, it is normal for family and friends to exchange…
7th Oct 2025
If you’ve glanced at the financial headlines lately, you might have noticed something that doesn’t quite add up. Stock markets around the world have been hitting record highs, yet investors are running for the exits. According to the latest figures from Calastone, investors withdrew a record £3.6 billion from equity funds in the third quarter…
6th Oct 2025
The UK housing market in 2025 is at a critical crossroads. After years of high interest rates, tax changes, and economic uncertainty, homeowners and buyers are asking the same question: is now the right time to buy, sell, or should you simply hold on? This morning the government announced a homebuying overhaul, larger than we…
