Latest articles by Dan McEvoy
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Scottish Mortgage confirms its SpaceX valuation: what does it mean for investors?Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust has issued a briefing note to investors clarifying how its largest holding – space exploration start-up SpaceX – is valued.
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What is salary sacrifice and how could it boost your pension?Salary sacrifice is a great way to increase your pension pot while lowering your tax bill. But the rules are changing from April 2029. We look at what salary sacrifice is and how to make the most of it now.
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Is the UK heading for stagflation?Even before the conflict in the Middle East broke out, the UK’s economy was weakening while inflation was running high. Now, stagflation looks like an increasingly likely headache for central bankers.
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Dividend stocks pay out record levels in Q1 – which sectors grew most?Europe and the US drove global dividend payouts to a record high in the first quarter of the year. How can you invest in dividend stocks?
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Can the gold price rally following a lacklustre April?The price of gold made little ground over the last month, and experts warn that it could be a tough period for the yellow metal over the short term.
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Should you sell in May?The old investing adage says we should sell our stocks in May and sit out the summer. Is there any truth behind the saying?
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How to start investing: a beginner’s guideInvesting is a great way to make your money work harder for you over the long term. Here's everything you need to know to get started.
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Triple lock alternatives: will the government reform the state pension?The government has promised not to touch the state pension triple lock this Parliament, but rising costs mean reform could be inevitable eventually
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The most popular funds, stocks and investment trusts according to DIY investorsDIY investors sought high-growth tech stocks and funds as well as more cautious options in April, which was a turbulent month for the markets.
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Is now a good time to back British stocks?UK stocks have suffered since the outbreak of the Iran war, but could they be set to bounce back?
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Why are gilt yields rising and what does it mean for your money?The conflict in Iran has pushed up gilt yields, causing UK government borrowing costs to rise.
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Top sustainable funds to invest inSustainable funds have been out of fashion with investors lately, but they could offer long-term benefits. We explore the top-performing sustainable funds.
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Restaurant review: CORD by Le Cordon BleuOffering playful twists on all the classics, CORD lives up to Le Cordon Bleu's cookery school's impressive reputation.
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How to profit from higher oil pricesThe escalation of conflict in the Middle East sent the oil price soaring. Oil majors like BP are benefitting.
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How to invest in Space and SpaceXThe space economy is expanding thanks to falling costs and increased private participation. How can you invest in space?
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Nvidia closes above $5 trillion – should you buy shares?Are Nvidia’s shares good value or is the chip giant too expensive to buy?
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Restaurant review: Kanishka, fine Indian diningKanishka celebrates the joy and diversity of sub-continental food in dazzling style.
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Tesla beats on earnings, but spending plans spook investorsElevated capex plans and delayed product rollouts took the gloss of Tesla’s earnings beat.
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UK inflation live: how has Iran war impacted UK prices?Live coverage of the March UK inflation data release as the Iran war’s impact on prices becomes known.
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The Magnificent 7 tech stocks: What are they and should you invest in them?The Mag 7 stocks are some of the most recognisable names in the world, but why do people group these big tech stocks together – and should you invest in them?
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Should you buy the luxury stocks dip?The conflict in the Middle East is putting luxury goods stocks under pressure. Should you buy the dip?
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How to invest in goldThere 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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What are gilts and should you invest in them?Gilts play an important role in the economy and many aspects of your finances, but do they make a good investment?
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What is a dividend yield?Videos Dividend yields are a key metric that tell income-focused investors how much they’ll earn for their investment in a stock.
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