Dan McEvoy
Dan is an investment writer who 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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What is a bond?
Investing in bonds is a tried and tested cornerstone of portfolio strategy, but few investors are fully aware of what bonds are and how they work
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Shein’s London IPO could go ahead, despite forced labour concerns
The chief executive of the Financial Conduct Authority suggests that alleged human rights breaches aren’t a reason to block Shein’s proposed London IPO
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Zoopla: could a good local pub increase your house price?
Research from Zoopla shows that the local pub influenced a quarter of homeowners’ decision to buy. Could your local pub increase your house price?
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What is an ETF? Everything you need to know about exchange-traded funds
Many investors use ETFs, or exchange-traded funds, as part of a passive investment strategy. But what exactly is an ETF?
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ChatGPT turns two: how has it impacted markets?
Two years on from ChatGPT’s explosive launch into the public sphere, we assess the impact that it has had on stock markets and the world of technology
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Zoopla: housing market returns to growth
Zoopla expects property market activity to surge in 2025 as its latest house price index shows a return to growth for the wider housing market in the UK
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Is now a good time to invest in silver?
Investing in silver is a riskier play compared to gold, but there are reasons to believe that it could be a good time to buy the ‘devil’s metal’.
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Where to invest for 2025
As 2024 draws to a close, we’ve asked the experts what 2025 has in store for markets, and the best investment opportunities
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Three bargain investment trusts to add to your portfolio
These three investment trusts are bargains compared to their net asset value (NAV), but one fund analyst thinks the deep discounts are unwarranted.
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FCA announces UK crypto regulation roadmap
The regulator has detailed plans to make crypto a fully regulated asset class by 2026, as data shows jump in ownership
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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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Energy bills to rise by 1.2% in January 2025
Energy bills are set to rise 1.2% in the New Year when the latest energy price cap comes into play, Ofgem has confirmed
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Will the Bitcoin price hit $100,000?
With Bitcoin prices trading just below $100,000, we explore whether the cryptocurrency can hit the milestone.
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Nvidia earnings: how did the microchip maker perform in the third quarter?
Nvidia’s earnings doubled year-on-year, but shares fell in after-hours trading. We explore why.
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How to hedge against inflation
UK inflation increased above the Bank of England’s target rate in October. How can investors protect their wealth against inflation?
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4 AI stocks to invest in
Two years in, the AI boom doesn’t seem to be over, despite recent wobbles. We look at 4 AI stocks that offer potential for AI’s next phase.
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Trump trades: The top US stocks traded during the US election
US stocks From Tesla, Nvidia to Trump Media - we look at the US stocks investors have been buying during the US elections
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