Latest articles by Dan McEvoy
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Next-generation dividend heroes: the top-yielding investment trusts of the future?
The Association of Investment Companies has published its updated list of next-gen dividend heroes. We look at the trusts that made the cut
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Digital Services Tax: will Reeves let big tech off lightly to avoid tariffs?
Rumours are circulating that the Digital Services Tax on big tech companies could be cut as Rachel Reeves seeks to appeal to president Trump
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Is now a good time to invest in self-driving cars?
Despite repeated unwelcome delays, we could be on the verge of an inflection point for self-driving car technology. How can you gain exposure?
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Investment trusts for your ISA
Looking to add investment trusts to your ISA? Here’s our pick of the top trust to consider before for your stocks and shares ISA
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How to invest in gold
There are a number of ways you can invest in gold – from buying the yellow metal directly to investing in a gold ETF or buying gold-mining stocks. We look at the pros and cons of each strategy
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The top stocks in the FTSE 100
After a year of strong returns for the UK’s flagship index, which FTSE 100 stocks have posted the best performance so far in 2025?
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Gold price hits $3,000 – where is it going next?
The gold price has passed the $3,000 milestone for the first time in its history. Can the yellow metal sustain these highs?
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ISA investments by age: should I invest more in my stocks and shares ISA?
Stocks and shares ISAs are a great way to grow long-term wealth, but are they overlooked compared to cash savings? We look at the average ISA investment by age and if you should have more.
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Will there be a US recession in 2025?
The prospect of a so-called ‘Trumpcession’ seems to be increasing by the day, but will there actually be a US recession?
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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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Magnificent 7 selloff: is the big tech stock rally over?
The group of big tech stocks, including Nvidia and Tesla, have dominated the stock market for two years. But is the market now turning against the Magnificent Seven?
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Is now a good time to invest in gold?
In the current market conditions, is gold a good investment? We explore the reasons why now might be a good time to put some money into gold
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How to pick a Sipp
Features Self-invested personal pensions (Sipps) let you manage your pension plan, but charges vary greatly between providers. We explain how you can keep your costs low.
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Is the AI boom another dotcom bubble?
25 years on from the dotcom bubble bursting, is it time for investors to consider the sustainability of the AI boom in the stock market?
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Can European stock markets continue their rally?
With European stock markets on the rise as US stocks fall, is now the time to invest in European shares?
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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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What are gilts and should you invest in them?
As a relatively safe and steady investment, gilts can often be overlooked, but they are at the heart of how the economy functions. Is now a good time to buy them?
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Is now a good time to invest in VCTs?
Venture capital trusts have turned 30 years old. While VCTs are volatile, could now be the right time to invest?
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Nvidia earnings live: AI semiconductor giant beats forecasts
Nvidia’s earnings report caps off a Magnificent 7 earnings season that has seen some big tech stocks suffer in the light of DeepSeek’s emergence
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Nvidia’s shares are down again
Nvidia’s share price has continued to fall in the wake of DeepSeek’s arrival, and even an earnings beat wasn’t enough to reverse the trend given disappointing guidance
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Where to invest for 2025
Two months into 2025, you might still be wondering where to invest your money this year. We’ve asked the experts where they think investors should position their portfolios
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Could a fintech flurry revive London’s IPO market?
The IPO market in London has declined starkly since a bumper year in 2021. Could the city’s fintech scene lead a resurgence?
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Will frozen income tax thresholds put you in a higher tax bracket?
The freeze on income tax bands will see millions dragged into higher rates of taxation. We explain what fiscal drag is and how you can prepare
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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
