14th Mar 2023
We’ve recently witnessed the failure of two American banks, sparking fears of a wider 2008-style banking collapse. If you’re an investor you may be wondering how the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank could impact your portfolio in the long-term. You may also be wondering whether the situation presents any new investment opportunities….
27th Feb 2023
This is a sponsored post on behalf of eToro If you’re looking to get into currency trading, how do you go about doing it? Is there a trick to finding the best platform? And are there any pitfalls to be aware of? In this article, we’re going to break down all you need to know…
24th Feb 2023
Are you looking to invest? If so, one of the most important decisions you’ll need to make is how to allocate your capital. While some investors are comfortable with taking on a chunk of risk, for risk-averse investors, safety and stability is usually more important In this article we’re taking a look at safe investments,…
10th Feb 2023
On Thursday 9 February, the FTSE 100 opened the day at 7,927 – an all-time high! Given the index’s strong start to the year, can investors expect more of the same over the coming months? Or is it possible that the FTSE 100 is simply overvalued? Let’s take a closer look and these questions and…
2nd Feb 2023
“Everyone loves an early inflation. The effects at the beginning of inflation are all good. There is steepened money expansion, rising government spending, increased government budget deficits, booming stock markets, and spectacular general prosperity, all in the midst of temporarily stable prices. Everyone benefits, and no one pays. That is the early part of the…
27th Jan 2023
Savings apps are becoming more popular – but who should use them and which is the best? This guide helps you decide if savings apps are best for you. Do you have big plans and great ideas for your money? A holiday, a new car, a deposit for a new flat or even something as…
25th Jan 2023
The 60/40 portfolio has long been a staple for investors with a moderate attitude to risk. The idea behind the allocation is that investors can avoid suffering large falls thanks to the inverse relationship between equities and bonds. Yet this theory fell flat in 2022. Last year, the 60/40 portfolio suffered it’s worst performance in…
5th Jan 2023
Famed for his quirky quotes and insightful tips, Warren Buffett is arguably the most well-known investor on earth. The 93-year-old is said to be worth a cool $121 billion (£95.5bn) which makes him the fifth richest person in the world. But is Warren Buffett simply a lucky outlier? Or can normal investors take inspiration from…
23rd Nov 2022
This is a paid article on behalf of Tally Gold and the Law of Supply and Demand Most people are familiar with the law of supply and demand. When demand outweighs supply, the value of that good or service increases. Initiatives like Quantitative Easing enable the government to create more fiat currency (like pounds sterling)…
17th Oct 2022
Bonds are sometimes associated with risk-averse investors. They’re less volatile than other asset classes, and they typically have an inverse relationship with stocks and shares. Yet 2022 has been a year like no other for the bond market. Even though equities have struggled this year, bonds have also taken a huge hit. Just last week, yields…
3rd Oct 2022
Where to invest during a recession! Some companies do very, very well out of a recession. As they say, every cloud has a silver lining. If you know where to look you can invest in companies that do better than ever in a downturn. In this webinar, kindly sponsored by eToro, we spoke with some…
4th Sep 2022
Falling share prices, a stuttering bond market, rampant inflation, and a predicted recession. Times are very tough for the UK economy right now. Sadly, many believe that light at the end of the tunnel is a long, long way off, especially with energy prices set to hit eye-watering levels over the coming months. So, given…
