Trump’s tariff expansion ‘escalates economic risk’
Donald Trump is cementing tariffs as a cornerstone of his presidency, with his latest move to impose 25% duties on all steel and aluminum imports marking a major escalation “Struggling…
Lifetime ISA (LISA) transforming the saving behaviours of a whole generation
Over 80% of LISA savers report better saving habits and greater financial confidence 60% increase in number of first homes purchased with a Moneybox LISA in 2024 Bristol, Manchester, and…
The market where bonds beat equities
Do you hold an Emerging Market equities ETF? Then you may be better off with an Emerging Market bond ETF. Here’s why… Performance of bonds and equities in Emerging Markets…
Stormy waters for investment trusts: Navigating the crisis
HMS Investment Trust is facing turbulent waters. Not only are the sharks circling, but the icebergs are proliferating, while the regulator seems determined to put a hole in us below…
Growth Rating 2025: Blackrock Frontiers
BRFI has outperformed the emerging markets index handsomely over five years… This trust has been awarded a rating by Kepler Trust Intelligence for growth… Find out more Overview BlackRock Frontiers…
Monthly markets review – January 2025
An overview of markets in January when equities delivered positive returns, with European shares outperforming other regions The month in summary: A look back at markets in January when European…
Diversification In Your Investment Portfolio
Guest post from Tencap Wealth Coaching: What can you classify as a “safe investment”? What is the cost of safety? On the other hand, how do you quantify “high risk”?…
I’m So Bored With the USA: Holidays in Gaza
“A cheap holiday in other people’s misery!” Keen observers will note that “Mr Brightside” has been retired, it might be more accurate to say that he never actually started. The…
The best stocks and shares ISA providers
We run the rule after the best stocks and shares ISA providers…by Jo Groves Choosing the best Individual Savings Account (ISA) provider can make all the difference when it comes…
Gold in the time of Trump
Hundreds of tonnes of gold – so much so that there is now something of a shortage in London – have made their way across the Atlantic to the US…