
Dan McEvoy
Dan is a financial journalist who, prior to joining MoneyWeek, 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.
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US ETF flows rise but investors flee EuropeEuropean-listed global ETF flows rose during June with strong earnings helping to improve investor sentiment.
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Three AI stocks to watchDespite wobbles and overvaluation fears, the AI trade still dominates the stock market. Here are three of the most notable stocks in the sector.
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Which investment trusts have delivered riches this year?If you owned any of these trusts at the start of the year, you’ll now be celebrating above-average returns.
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The investment opportunities at the heart of the energy transitionA global structural shift towards renewable energy is pushing prices for certain key commodities higher. Here’s how to profit from the energy transition.
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What would Andy Burnham as prime minister mean for UK stocks?While Burnham could face a difficult time in office, the appeal of UK stocks is fortunately not tied to the fate of the UK economy.
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6 gold funds to consider for exposure to the yellow metalGold funds can be 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.
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Which FTSE 100 stocks pay the highest dividends?The FTSE 100 can be a valuable source of dividends, but which of its companies pays the most back to shareholders?
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Where to invest in Q3 2026There are significant unknowns going into the second half of the year, which could have a substantial impact on portfolios. Experts are advocating balance alongside optimism.
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An ideal weekend getaway at Mallory Court in WarwickshireTravel Mallory Court is an elegant country house hotel just outside Leamington Spa, where you can enjoy quintessentially British food while connecting with nature.
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SpaceX leads tech selloff: why have shares fallen?Despite declines in recent days, SpaceX still trades above its IPO price, but markets are growing wary.
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Is gold still an effective inflation hedge?Higher inflation coincided with falling gold prices earlier in 2026. Could gold’s usefulness as an inflation hedge be over?
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Live: UK inflation held steady in MayAnnual UK CPI inflation was 2.8% for the 12 months to May 2026, unchanged from April.
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What is an emerging market, and should you invest in them?Emerging markets can be a great way to add diversification to your investment portfolio, but what is an emerging market, and is now a good time to buy into them?
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SpaceX IPO blasts off: shares gain 20% on first daySpaceX set the record for the largest IPO in history on Friday, ending its first day on the public markets with a $2 trillion market cap.
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Are UK stocks undervalued?UK stocks are some of the cheapest in the world at the moment. Is this an opportunity to back British?
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The bull and bear case for SpaceX's IPO valuationThe most valuable private company is about to go public, but will investors baulk at the price tag? We explore the bull and bear case for SpaceX’s IPO valuation.
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Could the state pension be reformed? Alternatives to the triple lockThe 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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ETF flows fall in May as risk appetite divergesAnalysis from BlackRock and Morningstar shows that investors dialled back on ETF purchases during the month.
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Stock market selloff: is the semiconductor trade becoming stretched?Broadcom’s underwhelming results prompted a stock market selloff that has been exacerbated by new economic data and geopolitical developments.
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How to profit from higher oil pricesAs the conflict in the Middle East continues, we explore the investments which could protect your portfolio from the impact of higher oil prices.
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Should you buy Alphabet shares following $80 billion capital raise?The Google parent company’s stock fell following the raise, but experts think it’s necessary for Alphabet to capitalise on the AI opportunity.
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The top stocks in the FTSE 100The FTSE 100 celebrated its best year since the global financial crisis in 2025 but has struggled since the Iran war broke out. What are the top FTSE 100 stocks?
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What is an investment trust?Investment trusts offer individual investors access to assets they might otherwise find it difficult to invest in. We look at what an investment trust is, how they work and their advantages and disadvantages.
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Six investment funds for beginner investorsThe investment funds to pick if you are a beginner.
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