Latest articles by Dan McEvoy
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The most popular funds, stocks and investment trusts for your ISAWondering what investments to add to your stocks and shares ISA before the tax year ends? We reveal the top funds, stocks and investment trusts DIY investors have been buying this financial year.
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Next-generation dividend heroes: the investment trusts that have consistently raised dividendsWhich investment trusts could be set to join the coveted list of dividend heroes? We look at the trusts that have increased dividend payments for 10 years or more.
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Five investment trusts for your stocks and shares ISAAs the deadline to max out your stocks and shares ISA allowance approaches, here are five expertly-recommended investment trusts you could consider.
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Six ETFs for your stocks and shares ISAETFs are some of the most popular investments. But with thousands to choose from, which ones should you put into your ISA? Here are six to consider now.
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Should you invest a lump sum or drip feed your investments over time?When stock markets fall, drip-feeding your deposits can help protect your investments, and take the emotion out of investing
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Will the Middle East crisis push the UK into 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 banks.
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Dividend heroes: the investment trusts that have increased their dividends for 20+ yearsInvestment trusts can be a good option for income-focused investors – but which trusts have consistently increased their dividends over the past 20 years?
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Scottish Mortgage proposes change to private companies investment policyInvestors in Scottish Mortgage will soon be asked to vote on a change to how the growth-focused investment trust approaches private company holdings
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How to hedge against inflationUK inflation increased above the Bank of England’s target rate in October. How can investors protect their wealth against inflation?
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How to profit from higher oil pricesTips The escalation of conflict in the Middle East sent the oil price soaring. Which investments could rise during periods of rising oil prices?
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What is an index fund?Glossary We outline everything you need to know about index funds, from what they are and how to buy them, to the things to consider before you do so
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Edinburgh Worldwide seeks end to Saba saga by offering shareholders cash exit and SpaceX upsideEdinburgh Worldwide’s board is offering shareholders a cash exit as well as uplift from SpaceX’s anticipated IPO, following Saba Capital's activism.
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Could defence stocks protect your portfolio from market disruption?Defence stocks are seeing heightened investor interest as the Middle East conflict intensifies
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Saba launches investment trust ETFActivist investor Saba Capital Management has launched an exchange-traded fund that offers exposure to discounted UK investment trusts
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Investment platform competition heats up – what it means for your feesAs competition in the retail investment platform market increases, many services are reducing their fees to entice more customers and keep up with their rivals. How can you benefit?
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Stock market circuit breaker: Why did Korean shares pause trading?The fallout from the conflict in the Middle East hit the Korean stock market on 4 March, with shares forced to temporarily stop trading. What is a stock market circuit breaker, and why did the KOSPI trigger one?
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Why do experts think emerging markets will outperform?Emerging markets were one of the top-performing themes of 2025, but they could have further to run as global investors diversify
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Low-cost index funds for simple investingTips 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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Nvidia results: Nvidia’s earnings nearly double as AI chip giant beats expectations againNvidia’s Q4 2026 results showed a 73% increase in quarterly revenue, with forward guidance implying accelerating growth next quarter
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AI disruption: does the software selloff create contrarian buying opportunities?As artificial intelligence (AI) advances prompt a software stock market selloff, we ask which stocks could withstand the disruption and where you should consider putting your money to profit
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What is physical AI, and how can you invest in it?Artificial intelligence is increasingly taking physical form and could completely transform how we live. How can investors gain exposure?
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What does the latest tariff turmoil mean for markets?The legal underpinning for Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariff regime was rejected by the US Supreme Court last week, but the president has unleashed fresh turmoil on the markets. What does it mean for investors?
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Can US small caps survive the software selloff?US stocks have made their worst start to a year since 1995 relative to a global benchmark. But experts think some sectors of the market are still worth buying.
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Should you buy an active ETF?ETFs are often mischaracterised as passive products, but they can be a convenient way to add active management to your portfolio
