13th Aug 2026
Trading 212 has become one of the most talked-about apps for new UK investors, largely on the back of commission-free trading and a slick, beginner-friendly interface. But is it actually a good fit if you’re just starting out? This review works through what Trading 212 offers- fees, its Stocks and Shares ISA, investment range, interest…
13th Aug 2026
New figures published today by the Office for National Statistics showed the UK economy grew 1.2% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, accelerating from 0.9% in the first quarter. On a quarterly basis, growth was 0.4% between April and June, a step down from 0.6% in the previous quarter, with June itself delivering a…
12th Aug 2026
Artificial intelligence is changing almost every industry, and investing is no exception. AI investing tools now do everything from managing your portfolio automatically to scanning markets for patterns in seconds, making it easier than ever for everyday investors to make smarter financial decisions. From robo-investing apps that build and rebalance a portfolio for you, to…
11th Aug 2026
The school holidays can turn an already tight food budget into a near impossible one. There are plenty of kids eat free offers around this summer, but look at the small print and some require an adult to spend money first. That’s not much help if what you actually need is bread, fruit, vegetables and…
10th Aug 2026
Defence spending is having a moment. NATO members have agreed to ramp up military budgets to 5% of GDP by 2035, and the UK’s own Defence Investment Plan is set to push spending to £80 billion by 2029. For investors, that’s translated into one of 2026’s biggest themes- defence and aerospace ETFs have been pulling…
6th Aug 2026
Silver has had one of its wildest years in decades. After a huge rally took it to an all-time high earlier in 2026, it then shed around 44% in a brutal correction, before clawing back some ground to trade in the high-$50s to low-$60s per ounce by early August. If you’re a beginner investor wondering…
5th Aug 2026
Gold has had a wild ride into the second half of 2026. It’s down from its January peak, but showing early signs of stabilising as summer draws to a close. If you’re wondering whether August is the moment to buy, hold, or steer clear, here’s a round-up of what analysts have actually said so far…
5th Aug 2026
Sponsored post There are a lot of options in the investing platform world right now, but every so often, a provider does something that makes you stop and actually look at what they’re offering. That’s what made me sign up to IG this month! IG has been trading since 1974. That’s over 50 years in…
4th Aug 2026
Can people really find toys, clothes, homeware and unopened stock in bins behind UK shops? We investigated the videos, the legal position and the risks you need to understand before treating dumpster diving as free shopping. I thought dumpster diving was largely an American social media trend until I started looking at the British videos….
4th Aug 2026
Last Updated Aug 2026 Back-to-school shopping can be painfully expensive, especially if you have more than one child to kit out. From polo shirts and trousers to shoes, PE kit, branded jumpers, lunch boxes and stationery, the cost can add up very quickly. The good news is that there are still plenty of ways to…
1st Aug 2026
Updated August, for the Summer Holiday. Finding budget-friendly dining options for families can be a challenge, but many restaurants, pubs, and cafés across the UK offer free or discounted meals for children. Here’s a comprehensive guide to where kids can eat for free or at a reduced price in 2026. Supermarket and In-Store Cafés Morrisons…
31st Jul 2026
Trading 212 and IG are both long-established platforms for UK investors, but they’ve grown from very different roots. Trading 212 built its reputation on commission-free investing apps, while IG is one of the UK’s oldest trading firms, now also offering straightforward share dealing, ISAs and SIPPs alongside its trading products. This guide compares them on…
