15th Jul 2022
If you’re worried about a possible stock market crash in 2022, here’s what you need to know and how you can prepare your portfolio.
17th Nov 2020
Index-tracking funds offer an easy, cheap and non-frightening way to invest in the stock market! Not only are they cheap and easy, but they actually make money (over time) and they’re recommended for people like you and me by Warren Buffett no less! Also known as ‘trackers’, this investment type is a no-fuss way to put …
13th Jul 2020
If you’ve got money to make long-term investments at the moment, you’re in a lucky financial position. You still need to be careful, though. With economies around the world preparing for a downturn in light of the coronavirus crisis, the stock market is unlikely to be the best place to invest your money for a…
16th Mar 2020
Coronavirus and the stock market is all the news seems to talk about right now. It’s easy to start getting worried – but wait! “Should I sell my shares and ditch my pension?” is the question we’re hearing from readers all over social media. My answer is the same as Warren Buffett‘s: “Be fearful when others…
18th Dec 2019
Pension annuities offer a guaranteed income for the rest of your life – but did you know the stock market can affect whether you’ll get a great (or terrible) rate? If you buy at the wrong time, your retirement income could be significantly lower every year. So, how does the stock market affect pensions –…
1st Jul 2024
So, you’re ready to dip your toes into the stock market and become your own analyst? Brilliant! Researching stocks might seem like a daunting task, but with a bit of guidance, you’ll be making informed decisions in no time. In this guide, we will walk you through how to research stocks like a pro. Understanding…
22nd Sep 2026
If you’ve felt a bit confused watching AI and chip stocks this month, you’re not imagining it. In the space of about three weeks, the AI trade has gone from “is this a bubble about to pop?” to a genuine sell-off to a fresh record high. All while some of the most powerful people in…
21st Sep 2026
Cheapest supermarket in the UK in 2026? Three independent price studies compared By Vicky Parry | Updated 22 September 2026 Which? puts Aldi first for its latest mixed basket. A separate Independent/Assosia study also placed Aldi ahead of Lidl, while The Grocer’s latest weekly survey put Asda first among its five regular full-range chains. Here’s…
18th Sep 2026
Before we get into it, this post isn’t financial advice! It’s simply three tech stocks that have caught my eye this month, for very specific, very current reasons, and a bit about why I’m watching rather than jumping in and buying. September 2026 has been a genuinely eventful month for tech and AI stocks: blowout…
17th Sep 2026
Semiconductors are the “picks and shovels” of the AI boom, the physical chips that make every AI model, data centre and device actually work. Demand has been so strong in 2026 that some of the industry’s biggest names are effectively sold out years in advance. If you’re a beginner investor curious about the sector, here’s…
16th Sep 2026
There is no single UK discount card for everyone receiving benefits, but there are genuine ways to get free groceries, cheaper supermarket food and hot meals. We checked the schemes currently available and separated the real help from expired promotions. The quick answer Receiving Universal Credit, Pension Credit or another benefit does not automatically give…
16th Sep 2026
Oil might not be the hottest investing trend on social media right now, but it remains one of the most important sectors in the global economy. Despite the rise of renewable energy, the world still relies heavily on oil and gas for transportation, manufacturing, aviation and power generation. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions, supply constraints and rising…