Latest articles by Chris Newlands
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Alliance Trust and Witan merge in blockbuster deal - but what does it mean for investors?
The two investment trusts come together after a wave of consolidation in the sector
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Quarter of adults ‘never expect to retire’ - are you saving enough for your pension?
A study from insurer Phoenix Group has found that one in four adults expect to keep working into their retirement.
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Cruise control: Saga's travel arm has ‘exceptional’ start to year
/investments/stocks-and-shares/saga-cruises-exceptional-start The over-50s specialist says revenue from cruises is 14% higher. Is it time to buy?
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Half of pension savers have 'no idea' they are being charged fees
News Research shows 50% of Brits are unaware that they are paying fees on their pension pots
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FCA keeps watch on trading apps over gamification concerns
The UK financial regulator says push notifications and prize draws encouraging riskier trading
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Car insurance: stripped back coverage confusing drivers, consumer group warns
Fairer Finance believes insurers' desire to stay at the top of price comparison tables is eroding trust. Is your car insurance cover adequate?
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UK drinks maker Britvic rejects second takeover bid from Carlsberg
Danish brewer Carlsberg makes a £3.1bn offer for the Robinsons owner - but what does it mean for investors?
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Nvidia dethrones Microsoft to become world’s most valuable company - should you invest?
The chipmaker’s share price continues to soar, leaving all in its wake. What is behind Nvidia’s rise?
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Pension warning: almost 30% of people have no idea of their retirement needs
News Research from Scottish Widows points to a ticking time bomb when it comes to UK pensions
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Whitbread shares jump but protests planned over Premier Inn job cuts. Should you invest?
Whitbread – the hotel and pub company - says trading has improved, particularly in Germany, but is now a good time to buy?
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Scottish Mortgage AGM: what investors can expect
Scottish Mortgage, the UK’s biggest investment trust, is to address investors at its AGM after posting positive numbers for the first time in two years
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DFS issues second profit warning in three months - but is the worst over?
Sofa company DFS blames attacks in the Red Sea for delivery delays and sharp cost increases
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Raspberry Pi’s shares soar after London IPO
The British microcomputer maker becomes a rare new addition to the London stock market
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Should you add your credit score to your dating app profile?
Research shows dating app profiles with a ‘good’ or ‘excellent’ credit score more likely to find a match
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UK's biggest banks accused of short changing savers - are you missing out on better rates?
News Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, NatWest and Santander have come under fire for flouting new rules, with ‘below average’ rates on easy-access accounts
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Government spending rises and casts doubt on pre-election tax cuts
Jeremy Hunt’s ability to lower taxes may become harder after government spending in April rose to £20.5bn. Although a July election now effectively puts an end to the prospect.
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M&S shares jump to six-year high after profits surge
Profits at Marks & Spencer increase almost 60%, leaving it in “strongest financial health since 1997”. A good time to invest?
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Nvidia revenues expected to triple as investors eagerly await Q1 results
Nvidia revenues expected to skyrocket. What can investors expect?
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Food price inflation drops to lowest level in more than two-and-a-half years
Food prices are rising at their lowest rate since October 2021. Could this result in a base rate cut next month?
