21st Jul 2026
If you’ve been reading about artificial intelligence, data centres or electric vehicles, you’ve probably come across the same word again and again: semiconductors. These tiny chips power almost everything in modern life, from smartphones to supercomputers, and the companies that make them have been some of the strongest performers on the stock market in recent…
21st Jul 2026
So, you’re thinking about investing in gold? Brilliant move. Gold has been a trusted store of value for centuries, and with today’s economic rollercoaster, it’s no wonder more investors are turning to this shiny metal. But with so many options out there, where’s the best place to buy gold online in the UK? In this…
20th Jul 2026
Andy Burnham has been confirmed as Labour’s new leader and becomes UK Prime Minister today, taking over from Keir Starmer, with Shabana Mahmood expected to be appointed Chancellor. If you’ve logged into your ISA or pension app this morning and wondered whether you should be doing something differently, this one’s for you. In this post,…
17th Jul 2026
Nvidia has been one of the stock market’s biggest success stories over the past few years, but 2026 hasn’t been quite as straightforward. After reaching fresh all-time highs earlier this year, Nvidia shares pulled back as investors questioned whether the AI boom could continue at the same pace. Rising bond yields, profit-taking across technology stocks,…
16th Jul 2026
Value investing is a popular investing strategy that involves buying shares in good companies for less than they’re actually worth, then being patient while the rest of the market catches up. It’s the strategy that made Warren Buffett one of the richest people on the planet, and it’s a lot simpler than it sounds. In…
14th Jul 2026
A South Korean memory-chip maker just pulled off the biggest-ever US stock market listing by a foreign company, watched its shares rocket 13% on day one- then tumbled over 15% days later. If you’ve seen SK Hynix mentioned in the news and wondered whether it’s relevant to your own investing, here’s everything you need to…
14th Jul 2026
Here at MoneyMagpie, we believe in the importance of making an informed decision at every step of your investing journey, and that includes finding the best investment platform UK investors can rely on. Choosing the right UK investment platform from the start can make your investing journey a whole lot easier down the line! It…
10th Jul 2026
Vanguard has just launched four new US-focused ETFs on the London Stock Exchange. And if you’re building a diversified portfolio, it’s worth knowing what they are and whether they deserve a place in yours. Here’s what’s new, what each fund actually does, and how to think about adding them without overcomplicating things. What Is an…
8th Jul 2026
Markets have been jumpy this summer. Oil prices jumped after drone strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, mining stocks have been sliding, and defence and gold have been quietly having a moment. If all that makes you want to hide your money under the mattress, we get it! But it’s actually a pretty good moment…
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…
