
Dan McEvoy
Dan is a financial journalist who, prior to joining MoneyWeek, spent five years writing for OPTO, an investment magazine focused on growth and technology stocks, ETFs and thematic investing.
Before becoming a writer, Dan spent six years working in talent acquisition in the tech sector, including for credit scoring start-up ClearScore where he first developed an interest in personal finance.
Dan studied Social Anthropology and Management at Sidney Sussex College and the Judge Business School, Cambridge University. Outside finance, he also enjoys travel writing, and has edited two published travel books.
Latest articles by Dan McEvoy
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How much could you save on an electric vehicle through salary sacrifice?
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, but remain unaffordable for many would-be owners. Is salary sacrifice the most economical way to drive an EV?
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The most popular UK small caps among investment trust managers
While unloved by some areas of the market, UK small caps have a deserved following among investment trust managers. Four companies in particular stand out among the sector’s experts.
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M&S results: cyber attack to cost £300 million in profit
M&S results, announced this morning, beat analyst expectations on revenue and earnings, but the cyber attack has decimated 2025/26 profit outlook
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Should you invest in copper?
A critical metal in electronics and the energy transition, copper is often viewed as a bellwether for the global economy. How can investors gain exposure to changing copper prices?
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Active ETFs gain nearly 70% in AUM
Investing in active ETFs is surging in popularity, as investors turn to the wrapper for transparency and liquidity
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The next phase of the AI boom
The technology is about to become far more widespread, says Dan McEvoy. Here’s how to profit
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Is now a good time to invest in bonds?
Bond markets made headlines during the height of the Trump tariff disruption. The dust is now settling, but how have the last two months impacted the outlook for bonds?
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The investment trust sectors driving UK outperformance
UK-focused investment trusts have gained while global counterparts have flatlined during a turbulent few months. Which sectors have driven this resilience in the face of tariff disruption?
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Gold price falls: is the rally over?
Having been on an upward trajectory over the past year, hitting successive new highs, the gold price is starting to fall. But is it the end of the gold rally?
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Burberry’s share price surges despite collapsing profits and job cuts announcement
Burberry’s share price has soared, despite collapsing profits and around 1,700 jobs potentially set to be cut, as markets assess the turnaround plan’s effectiveness
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US and China trade breakthrough as tariffs reduced for 90 days
Markets have risen on news of a US-China trade agreement. What has been announced, and what does it mean for your investments?
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Review: Atzaró Agroturismo Hotel – Ibiza, but not as you know it
Travel The Atzaró Agroturismo Hotel is a sanctuary on the Balearic island, says Dan McEvoy
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Should you sell in May 2025?
The old investing adage says we should sell our stocks in May and sit out the summer. Does this still apply?
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Which investment trusts could benefit from lower interest rates?
As vehicles for long-term investments, many investment trusts were hit when interest rates rose in 2022. With interest rates expected to fall by the end of the year, could now be the time to invest in one of these unloved sectors?
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Magnificent Seven stocks: who came off best and worst in big tech earnings season?
With Donald Trump’s tariffs likely to impact each of these big tech stocks differently, we digest the implications Magnificent Seven earnings season so far
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Magnificent Seven earnings: Amazon and Apple beat expectations but shares drop
Amazon and Apple beat expectations when they published their earnings reports on 1 May, but shares dropped in after-hours trading as investors honed in on other key metrics
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Seven technology investment trusts to consider
Buying a technology investment trust is a great way to gain exposure to long-term growth trends, but be wary of Magnificent Seven over-concentration
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Could Shein’s IPO breathe new life into London's stock market?
Chinese retailer Shein could be set for a blockbuster IPO on the London Stock Exchange. The listing would be a boon for the exchange, but could prove controversial.
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How to buy gold coins
As gold prices rise in the face of global uncertainty, could a gold coin be a good way to preserve wealth and memories?
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Is the UK heading for a recession?
Trump’s tariffs have caused a pronounced stock market downturn as global growth expectations fall. Could trade disruption push the UK into recession?
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AI in finance: how is technology changing financial advice?
There are huge opportunities for AI to improve and democratise financial services, particularly financial advice. But is the regulatory environment ready for AI to become mainstream in finance?
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5 gold ETFs for simple exposure
News The best gold ETFs, which offer an accessible way to protect portfolios.
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Could investing in sugar protect you during a downturn?
Sugar has some defensive qualities during economic downturns, but is now the right time to invest in sugar?
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Nvidia shares slump as Trump tightens export controls
Confirmation that its H20 AI chips will need a license to be exported to China has hurt Nvidia’s shares, after a volatile two weeks following the announcement of sweeping tariffs on US imports
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