Latest articles by Dan McEvoy
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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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Should you buy Nvidia’s shares following Q1 results?Despite a strong set of results, Nvidia's share price fell following its latest earnings release. Is now a good time to buy Nvidia stock?
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Six investment funds for beginner investorsThe investment funds to pick if you are a beginner.
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Cash ISA vs stocks and shares ISA: which is better for your money?The debate over low-risk cash ISAs versus higher-returning stocks and shares ISAs overlooks the fact that both have an important role for different goals.
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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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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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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 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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Restaurant review: Kanishka, fine Indian diningKanishka celebrates the joy and diversity of sub-continental food in dazzling style.
