10th Jul 2026
Vanguard has just launched four new US-focused ETFs on the London Stock Exchange. And if you’re building a diversified portfolio, it’s worth knowing what they are and whether they deserve a place in yours. Here’s what’s new, what each fund actually does, and how to think about adding them without overcomplicating things. What Is an…
9th Jul 2026
According to new research from trading platform IG, published in its “Fat Cat Index” this month, 52% of UK investors are currently using one of the 12 most expensive Stocks and Shares ISA platforms. Active investors making around six trades a month are overpaying by an average of £515 a year compared with cheaper alternatives,…
8th Jul 2026
Markets have been jumpy this summer. Oil prices jumped after drone strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, mining stocks have been sliding, and defence and gold have been quietly having a moment. If all that makes you want to hide your money under the mattress, we get it! But it’s actually a pretty good moment…
8th Jul 2026
On 7 July 2026, drone strikes hit shipping near the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important routes for oil and gas, and prices jumped as a result, with Brent crude touching around $74 a barrel. Energy giant Shell also issued an upbeat trading update, sending its share price up over 3%, while…
6th Jul 2026
Not long ago, buying air conditioning in Britain would have seemed unnecessary. A fan, an open window and a few days of complaining usually saw us through the hottest part of the year. But summers are changing. The UK has now recorded temperatures above 40°C, while the Met Office says climate change is making extreme…
6th Jul 2026
It’s been a tough year for Bitcoin investors. After another strong run in 2025, the world’s largest cryptocurrency has lost significant ground during the first half of 2026. Rising interest rates, weaker investor sentiment and record outflows from Bitcoin ETFs have all contributed to the decline, leaving many investors wondering whether this is simply another…
2nd Jul 2026
Gold has had a difficult few months. After soaring to record highs earlier in 2026, the precious metal has suffered its worst quarterly decline since 2013. Rising bond yields, a stronger US dollar and renewed enthusiasm for technology stocks have all weighed on prices, leaving many investors wondering whether the bull run is over. The…
1st Jul 2026
If you’ve been wondering what to invest in right now, you’re certainly not alone. After a turbulent first half of 2026, investors have plenty to think about. Bond yields remain elevated, oil prices have pulled back after their geopolitical spike, gold has cooled from record highs and technology stocks continue to dominate headlines following the…
1st Jul 2026
Oil has had a rollercoaster year! Earlier in 2026, crude prices surged as conflict in the Middle East raised fears of major supply disruptions. More recently, those fears have eased, oil prices have pulled back, and investors are once again debating where the market could head next. While short-term sentiment has cooled, oil remains one…
30th Jun 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 find cheap school uniforms…
30th Jun 2026
For years, ISAs have been one of the simplest ways for ordinary savers to protect their money from tax. Whether you use yours for rainy-day savings, a house deposit, retirement planning or long-term investing, the rules have been fairly easy to understand: you get an annual allowance, and anything inside the ISA wrapper is sheltered…
29th Jun 2026
A second hot spell is already being talked about, fans are flying into baskets again, and I finally tested the one cooling fan everyone kept mentioning: the Dyson Cool AM07. Disclosure: AO supplied the Dyson Cool AM07 Tower Fan for this review. All thoughts, testing notes and opinions are our own. I have always been…
