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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Gilt yields soar to highest level since 2008: what it means for your finances
Live News and analysis as spiking gilt yields threaten to derail chancellor Rachel Reeves' spending plans
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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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What is FX trading?
What is FX trading and can you make money from it? We explain how foreign exchange trading works and the risks
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Surprise drop in UK inflation rate in December
Prices increased by 2.5% on an annual basis in December, down from 2.6% in November. Full coverage from the team at MoneyWeek.
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Is now a good time to buy UK housebuilders?
Recent share price falls could make UK housebuilder stocks undervalued, though there is a great deal of market uncertainty to contend with
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Top investment trusts for 2025
Research and analysis from Kepler Trust Intelligence reveals the top growth, income and alternative income investment trusts for the new year
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Saba Capital and Boaz Weinstein respond to investment trusts
As investment trust managers and industry experts accuse Saba of self-motivated opportunism, the hedge fund responds to specific "misleading claims" and sets out its stall
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The technology and AI stocks to look out for in 2025
While it’s impossible to say whether or not US tech and AI stocks will keep outperforming in 2025, investors are still piling in. Here’s three tech and AI stocks that could be worth keeping an eye on this year
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Is now a good time to invest in bonds?
Investing in bonds can be an excellent way to add diversity and income to a portfolio. Why might now be a good time to buy bonds?
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Fund flows flip positive in November
Data from the Investment Association shows that two months of negative fund flows were reversed during the month of November as index trackers remain strong
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Which trades can protect investors against Trump tariffs?
Donald Trump’s tariff regime is one of the major watch-outs for investors in 2025. Can you protect your portfolio against a potential trade war – and should you even try?
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Five stocks for 2025
As 2025 gets underway, we explore five stocks to consider for a new year that promises opportunity alongside uncertainty
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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 investors are protecting themselves from increased capital gains tax
With capital gains tax increasing since the Autumn Budget, investors are turning to tax wrappers like SIPPs and ISAs to shield their wealth
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Tesla shares slump on delivery miss
Tesla cedes its position as the world’s largest EV maker to BYD, as annual deliveries fall for first time since 2011
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Where to invest for 2025
As 2025 opens, we’ve asked the experts what the year has in store for markets, and where investors should allocate their wealth this year
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UK inflation rate rises to 2.6%: full analysis
The rate of inflation has risen for the second month in a row. Full coverage and analysis from the MoneyWeek team.
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December interest rates: Bank of England keeps rates on hold
The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold at 4.75% in the final Monetary Policy Committee meeting of 2024. Full analysis from the MoneyWeek team.
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House prices: The regions tipped to see the biggest rise in 2025
House prices are forecast to increase across the UK this year, but with significant regional variation, which region will see the biggest rise in property prices?
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How to buy gold coins
From Bond to the Beatles, collectable gold coins could make the perfect gift to commemorate a year. We explore some unique options, including a look at some of 2025’s issues
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House prices return to growth, Zoopla says
Average house prices increased 1.9% in the year to November, Zoopla's latest house price index shows
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UK house prices fall in festive lull but property market activity stronger than 2023
A seasonal lull was identified in Rightmove's house price index, while stamp duty changes could be a weight on the market next year
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Google shares bounce on Gemini 2.0 launch
Google has launched the latest version of its Gemini AI platform, and markets have responded positively. Is it time to buy Google shares?
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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 in 2024?
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