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.
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Where to invest for Q4 2026Could commodities make a savvy investment for the rest of this year? We look at the sectors to keep your eye on for diversification and potential returns.
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Should you invest in gold and crypto?Gold and Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs) saw record inflows during August. What are the similarities between gold and crypto, and should you add them to your portfolio?
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UK housebuilder stocks surge: should you buy?Shares in UK housebuilders have languished so far this year, but news of a revived government Help to Buy scheme – ‘Your First Home’ – appears to be rebuilding the sector.
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Can the gold price recover?The price of gold is being weighed on by higher inflation and a more hawkish Federal Reserve. Could gold prices rise in future?
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How many funds should you hold?Does a higher number of funds in your portfolio improve its diversification, or is there a limit to how many funds you should hold?
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When should you sell a stock?There are good reasons to consider selling a stock, but it’s important to understand why and when to offload your holdings.
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GOOG vs GOOGL - which Alphabet share class should you buy?If you’re thinking of buying shares in Google’s parent company Alphabet, you might be confused as to why there are two symbols to choose from. What do the different shares classes mean and which one should you buy?
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Is there hope for airline stocks?While rising fuel prices are a challenge for most airlines, it could create opportunities for others.
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Which investment trusts have been the most resilient during the Iran crisis?Technology and renewable energy infrastructure have thrived even as the conflict has rocked markets.
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Everything you need to know about Anthropic’s IPOThe Claude developer’s IPO could rival even SpaceX’s record-breaking public debut. When might Anthropic’s IPO take place, and how can you gain exposure?
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Low-cost index funds for simple investingTips Index funds are an easy, low-cost way for investors to invest in a sector or asset class. Here’s a selection of the cheapest passive tracker funds on the market right now.
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What do rising bond yields mean for you?Bond yields are rising globally, and there are a lot of potential impacts on your money. Is now a good time to buy bonds?
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How to invest in your 70sCapital preservation is an important investment consideration later in life, but can you achieve this without abandoning growth?
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The top stocks DIY investors bought in August. Are they taking more risk?AI and digital asset plays were among the most-bought stocks last month, alongside global tracker funds.
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AI and space: two themes increasingly connected for investorsInvestors have greater access to the space industry than ever before, and it is becoming increasingly linked to the AI boom.
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Four gold ETFs for simple exposureNews Gold ETFs offer an accessible way to protect portfolios during periods of market turbulence. Here are four gold ETFs to consider buying.
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The case for investing in small capsDespite a challenging macroeconomic environment, small caps have been resilient this year and can offer value and diversification.
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Nvidia’s results beat expectations againShares in Nvidia rose by more than 7% overnight following another set of blockbuster results from the world’s leading designer of AI hardware.
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What is crypto?Cryptocurrencies attract a lot of attention, but what are they, how do they work, and should you buy them?
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Is value investing over?The rise of passive indices and the tech boom have left value investors struggling to keep up – but does that mean value investing is no longer relevant?
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The investment opportunities in IndiaIndia is the world’s largest country by population, and one of its fastest-growing economies. This creates opportunities for investors – but are the advantages already priced in?
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What is momentum investing?Some investors might follow a momentum investing strategy without thinking about it, but executing it consistently can be risky and time-consuming.
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What you need to know about investment fundsInvestment funds are the cornerstone of savvy investing, but there are several types available and it’s important to know the pros and cons of each.
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Is now a good time to invest in gold?Gold still holds appeal for investors, even after its role as a defensive asset has been tested this year.
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