19th Jan 2026
If you’ve had the FTSE 100 on your watchlist recently, you’re not alone, the UK’s headline stock index has been grabbing attention. After a strong rally in 2025, the FTSE 100 has continued to trade around record levels in early 2026, crossing the symbolic 10,000 points mark and even setting new intraday highs above it…
15th Jan 2026
Editor’s note from Vicky Parry: I’m often asked whether dropshipping is still a good way to make money, especially when social media makes it sound quick and effortless. The truth is that dropshipping can work, but only if you approach it realistically, understand the risks, and treat it like a proper business. This guide is…
9th Jan 2026
If you’re trying to grow your money, one of the first questions you’ll face is this: Should I focus on short-term trading or long-term investing? Both approaches aim to make money from the markets — but they work in very different ways, suit different personalities, and come with different risks. In 2026, with faster markets,…
8th Jan 2026
Your 20s represent a unique window for building long-term wealth. With decades ahead before retirement, young investors have time on their side to explore emerging asset classes. Cryptocurrency has captured the attention of millennials and Gen Z, but what should beginners know before getting started? Why Your 20s Are Ideal for Exploring Crypto Let’s look…
7th Jan 2026
Updated Jan 2026 Gold has been one of the standout performers in recent years, and that momentum looks set to continue into 2026. But what might gold actually be worth by the end of the year? In this article, I break down expert forecasts, key drivers behind prices, risks to watch out for, and what…
5th Jan 2026
If you’ve ever thought “I should really start investing… but I don’t know where to begin”, you’re not alone. Investing can feel confusing, risky, and let’s be honest, a bit intimidating. But, getting into investing in 2026 is easier, cheaper, and more beginner-friendly than ever before. You don’t need thousands of pounds, a finance degree,…
29th Dec 2025
The New Year always comes with pressure to do more: more saving, more investing, more financial “goals”. But here’s some good news, you don’t need a full financial overhaul to start the year feeling confident about your investments. In fact, 20 intentional, focused minutes is often all it takes. This isn’t about chasing hot stocks…
18th Dec 2025
Data centres are fast becoming one of the most talked-about investment themes, and not just among tech obsessives. From AI growth to cloud computing, streaming, remote work and rising digital demand, data centres are the infrastructure backbone of tomorrow’s economy. But what does that mean for everyday investors? And how can you realistically invest in…
10th Dec 2025
Investing is no longer just about making money, it’s about making meaning. More and more people want their investments to reflect their beliefs. Whether thats protecting the planet, supporting fair workplaces, backing clean energy, or avoiding industries they feel uncomfortable with. But with every fund now claiming to be “green,” “ethical,” or “sustainable,” it can…
10th Dec 2025
If you’ve spotted headlines about Japan suddenly buying billions of pounds’ worth of UK government bonds, you might be wondering: why are Japanese investors so interested in us right now? And more importantly… does this matter for ordinary savers and investors? In this post, I will break everything down so that you can make confident…
8th Dec 2025
If you’ve been dipping your toes into ethical investing lately, you’ve almost certainly come across the FTSE4Good Index. It’s one of the longest-running “responsible investing” indices in the world, and a favourite for investors who want their money to support companies with stronger environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. But what actually is FTSE4Good? How…
4th Dec 2025
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to choose an index fund, you’re not alone. With hundreds of options on the market, tracking dozens of different indices, with different fees, strategies, regions, and providers, it can feel like trying to pick the “best” cereal in the supermarket. But the good news? Choosing an index fund doesn’t…
