
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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US-China trade deal has been signed, says Trump
While details of the new US-China trade deal are unclear, it will likely ease restrictions on rare earth metals and high tech products
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Nvidia shares hit all-time high
As a US-China trade deal lifts markets, Nvidia’s share price has resumed its winning streak and its market cap is closing in on the $4 trillion landmark
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What is Rachel Reeves’s plan for growth?
The UK’s modern industrial strategy was published this week. How does chancellor Rachel Reeves hope it will grow the UK economy, and how successful will it be?
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What could cause a UK recession?
Growth continues to be evasive for the British economy. Will the economy be strong enough to avoid a recession in the future?
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Top sustainable funds to invest in
Despite outflows during the first quarter, sustainable funds have outperformed their peers. We look at the advantages and considerations of investing in ESG funds and look at some of the best green and environmental investment funds available.
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Tesla shares gain on robotaxi launch
Self-driving promises have been propping up Tesla stock’s valuation for years, but the robotaxi revolution may have finally arrived
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Is now a good time to invest in gold?
As geopolitical tensions build, the case for investing in gold as a safe-haven asset has arguably never been stronger. Is it a good time to buy gold?
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Is now a good time to invest in silver?
Investing in silver can be riskier compared to gold, but with global uncertainty on the rise now could be a good time to buy the ‘devil’s metal’
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Fidelity-Henderson merger to create £2 billion European mega investment trust
Following the departure of its co-portfolio managers earlier this year, Henderson European Trust is set to merge with Fidelity European Trust - what does this mean for you?
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UK inflation live: inflation hit 3.4% in May
The ONS released May inflation data this morning, with CPI easing fractionally from April
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Gold versus cash: which is the better store of value?
Gold prices have rocketed over the past year, and the yellow metal’s role as a store of value is coming to the fore. Does gold beat cash savings?
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Monzo launches 11 ETFs via Blackrock to help savers invest
Monzo customers can now invest BlackRock's iShares ETF range via its banking app, making investing more accessible to millions
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Should you sacrifice your salary for a bigger pension?
With employers’ National Insurance set to rise, salary sacrifice is becoming an increasingly popular means of reducing tax and maximising pension contributions
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8 gold funds to consider for exposure to the yellow metal
Gold funds are one of the best ways of adding gold to your portfolio. We highlight some of the more interesting funds for gold spot prices and gold miners.
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Emotional investing: what is it and how you can avoid it
Are you an emotional investor? Your feelings could be damaging your long-term investments, but here's how to stay rational when the markets are turbulent.
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Should you move your money out of the US?
US exceptionalism – the belief that the US and its economy is different from and superior to other nations – is coming under fire as a concept
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Magnificent Seven latest: What does Musk’s row with Trump mean for big tech stocks?
As Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s relationship implodes, could the wider Magnificent Seven be impacted?
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FCA could lift ban on crypto ETNs for UK retail investors
Some hope that the consultation could lead to a lifting of the ban on crypto ETF sales in the future
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Who’s driving Tesla?
As Elon Musk steps back from government with his eyes on the stars, investors ask if he’s still behind the wheel at his electric-car maker.
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Tesla shares slump over Trump/Musk feud
A war of words has sent Tesla shares spiralling to the company’s largest single-day value decline in history
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What are shareholder voting rights and why do they matter?
If you hold shares in a company, the chances are they’ll come with voting rights. But how do you exercise your right to vote? And is your fund manager taking it seriously?
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London-listed Wise's shares soar on plans to list in US
Fintech sensation Wise’s plans for a new primary listing in the US pile on the misery for London’s stock market
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Reeves confirms ‘more pensioners’ to get winter fuel payment this year
Potential changes to winter fuel payment eligibility rules will not cover all pensioners, pensions minister has Torsten Bell confirmed, but more are set to be eligible for the allowance
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Low-cost index funds for simple investing
Tips 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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