
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.
Latest articles by Dan McEvoy
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Is Tesla stock a buy after Musk’s $1 trillion pay package is approved?
In a world of inflated tech valuations, Tesla’s is one of the standouts. There’s plenty of potential, but given uncertainty, is Tesla stock a buy or a sell?
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UK interest rates: MPC holds rates at 4%
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has held UK interest rates at 4%. What does it mean for your money?
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Is now a good time to invest in gold?
The gold rally has reversed, but does the fall in prices mean the good times are over, or is the dip an opportunity to invest in gold?
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Pensions IHT reform: major changes needed says former minister
Experts are calling on the government to make the system for applying inheritance to pensions ‘more effective, efficient and humane’
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Should you invest in China?
China is the world’s second-largest and one of the fastest-growing economies, but it remains underrepresented in the global stock market. Should you consider investing in China?
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US-China trade talks: “amazing” meeting yields tariff truce
Trump hailed a “12/10” meeting with China’s Xi Jinping on Thursday. But despite progress on rare earths and tariffs, details about TikTok’s ownership are still unclear.
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Magnificent Seven results: Amazon shares gain 13% overnight
AI hype has propelled the Magnificent Seven stocks to the pinnacle of the stock market. Amazon shares soared in after-hours trading after its cloud arm AWS posted its strongest quarterly growth since 2022.
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Magnificent Seven earnings preview
A busy week for Magnificent Seven earnings kicks off with three big tech companies announcing results on one night. What should investors expect?
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Nvidia becomes world’s first $5 trillion company
Less than four months after becoming the world’s first $4 trillion company, Nvidia has hit the next big milestone. Is Nvidia’s giant valuation justified?
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The silver price is in freefall – is now the time to invest in silver?
Silver’s reputation as the ‘devil’s metal’ stems from its volatility. Is the recent fall in the silver price a chance to buy the dip?
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Review: Rosi at the Beaumont
Proper pork pie is just one of many nods to the past at this playful, inviting Mayfair eatery, says Dan McEvoy
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Most popular Sipp investments
Investing into a Sipp gives DIY pension savers more choice and control over their retirement pot. We look at where investors from some of the top Sipp platforms are putting their money.
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Should you move your money out of the US?
US exceptionalism – the belief that the US and its economy is different from and superior to other nations – is coming under fire as a concept as investors move money out of American stocks
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How to invest in gold
There 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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Tariffs latest: Trump turmoil is back
Trump’s latest tariff threats have pushed global markets back into social media-driven jitters
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Is now a good time to invest in Japan?
Japan is set to appoint its first ever female prime minister this week. Is now a good time to invest in Japanese stocks and investment trusts?
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Stock market selloff: should you buy the dip?
US tech stocks and cryptocurrencies were hit hard by a stock market selloff as tariff-driven trade tensions return
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Review: The Grill at the Dorchester
The Grill at the Dorchester has a new, easy-going atmosphere, but the food is serious: from punchy beef wellington to grown-up tarte tatin, says Dan McEvoy
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Review: The Hut, Colwell Bay – a seafood lunch with a holiday feel
Travel Getting to The Hut in Colwell Bay on the Isle of Wight is almost as rewarding as actually eating there
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HMRC confirms crypto ETN ISA rules
With crypto ETNs now technically available for UK retail investors, HMRC has confirmed they can be held in an ISA – but there’s a complication
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Which platforms will offer crypto ETNs?
A longstanding ban on the sale of crypto ETNs to UK retail investors lifts on 8 October. We outline which investment platforms intend to offer them to customers.
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Is Nvidia overvalued?
Nvidia is the world’s largest company and the first ever to be worth over $4 trillion. But despite being the undisputed leader in artificial intelligence, can it justify this valuation?
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What does the US government shutdown mean for gold?
As the Senate’s stalemate brings the US government to a standstill, gold prices are reaching all new heights
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Would your cash be better off in an investment trust?
With tens of billions in savings being eroded away by inflation, Brits could be better off putting their money to work in an investment trust
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