22nd Jul 2026
If you’ve glanced at the FTSE 100 lately, you’ll have noticed one sector doing a lot of the heavy lifting- defence. Names like BAE Systems and Babcock have been among the index’s best performers this year, riding a wave of government spending increases and rising global tension. If you’re a beginner investor wondering whether defence…
15th Jul 2026
Oil prices have jumped sharply this week after fresh tensions between the US and Iran rattled shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, and UK energy stocks are feeling the effects. Brent crude has climbed as high as $87 a barrel, up around 20% from its low earlier this month, and BP has led the…
14th Jul 2026
You don’t need a finance degree or an expensive subscription to invest with confidence. You just need the right tools. Whether you want to see how your money could grow, work out how much risk you’re comfortable with, or keep tabs on your portfolio without opening five different apps, there’s a free tool for the…
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
If you have already used up your enthusiasm for cash ISAs and you fancy something with a bit more bite, an Innovative Finance ISA might have crossed your radar. IFISAs let you lend your money to people, businesses and property developers, and pocket the interest completely tax-free. The catch? They sit at the riskier end…
8th Jun 2026
Gold has been a symbol of wealth for centuries and is still a pretty smart way to protect the value of your wealth. But here’s the thing: you don’t need to stash away gold bars in a secret vault to benefit from its value. Investing in gold stocks is a smarter, easier, and far less…
4th Jun 2026
If you’ve been investing for any length of time, you’ve probably noticed that the US stock market continues to dominate. Many of the world’s most valuable companies are American, and the biggest investment themes of 2026, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, data centres and digital payments, are being led by US businesses. That’s one reason…
4th Jun 2026
Oil has been in the headlines a lot recently, thanks to rising prices, reduced supply and ongoing conflicts that are putting a strain on the commodity. As the price of oil continues to rise, many people are asking: “How do I buy oil stocks in 2026?”. In this guide, we’ll break down how to invest…
28th May 2026
Did you know that some investing apps will literally give you free shares just for signing up? In 2026, competition between UK investment platforms is stronger than ever. To attract new users, many brokers now offer: Free shares Cashback bonuses Referral rewards Free fractional stocks And while these offers probably won’t make you instantly rich,…
29th Apr 2026
If you’re searching for the best energy stocks to buy in 2026, you’re looking in the right place. Energy is one of the most important and most talked-about, sectors right now. With oil prices fluctuating, renewable energy expanding, and global demand still rising, investors are paying close attention. But which companies are actually worth watching?…
28th Apr 2026
Investing in the best AI stocks to buy is a popular way to tap into the transformative power of this new technology. These stocks represent companies that are either building artificial intelligence (AI) solutions or embedding AI deeply into their operations, offering both growth and diversification potential. As a UK investor, you might be wondering:…
27th Apr 2026
Quantum computing sounds sci-fi but it’s becoming very much here, and smart investors are paying attention. These machines use qubits that process information in ways far beyond traditional computers. That means real breakthroughs for fields like cybersecurity, drug discovery, finance, and AI. Quantum’s still early-stage, volatile, and speculative, but its explosive growth potential makes it…
