18th May 2023
This investing post is sponsored by Alliance Trust. The UK has an inflation problem. According to the latest Consumer Price Index, inflation is running at 10.1% and, worryingly, this puts the UK at the top of the inflation tables across Western Europe. So, with prices rising (and rising), how can UK-based investors protect the value…
12th May 2023
Are you looking to invest but keen for a helping hand? Shelling out for the services of a professional is no longer your only option. Thanks to the advent of ‘robo-advisors’ it’s now possible to have a digital companion pick and choose investments for you based on your appetite for risk. Automatic investing tools have…
26th Apr 2023
Crypto is the most well-known investment amongst young people. You may have heard words like cryptocurrency and bitcoin floating around in the ether the last few years. But a combination of social media, lockdowns, and now the cost-of-living crisis means more than ever, people are aware of crypto. This is especially the case for young people….
15th Apr 2023
‘Sell in May and go away’ is a well-known investing adage that suggests stock prices usually perform poorly between May and October. But is there really any truth to this theory? And what does past data tell us about average stock market performance between these months? Keep on reading for all the details or click…
14th Apr 2023
Investing in US shares can be a good way to gain exposure to some of the biggest and most successful companies in the world. From tech powerhouses such as Apple and Microsoft, to retail giants like Walmart and Amazon, the US stock market is certainly synonymous with the spirit of capitalism. But for many people,…
5th Apr 2023
What is St. James’s Place? St. James’s Place (SJP) is a British financial advice company. It combines face-to-face advice with investment products and services. With over 30 years of experience and nearly 5000 advisors, St. James’s Place is the largest company of its kind in the UK. Doing a deep dive, we hope to answer…
23rd Mar 2023
The latest inflation figures are in. According to the Office for National Statistics’ Consumer Price Index, inflation rose by 10.4% in the 12 months to February 2023. That’s up from 10.1% in January. Despite what some political figures may want you to believe, the prices of everyday goods and services are becoming more, and more…
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…
