Latest articles by Dan McEvoy
-
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?
-
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.
-
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
-
UK inflation fell to 3.0% in JanuaryAfter rising in December 2025, UK inflation resumed its downward trajectory in January 2026
-
Could Chinese investments race ahead in the Year of the Horse?As the Year of the Horse begins, we highlight the trends and sectors that could make great Chinese investments for the coming Lunar year
-
Can mining stocks deliver golden gains?With gold and silver prices having outperformed the stock markets last year, mining stocks can be an effective, if volatile, means of gaining exposure
-
Saba recommends share tender offer if its Edinburgh Worldwide bid is successfulThe US-based activist investor looks set to offer Edinburgh Worldwide shareholders a chance to sell their shares at close to NAV if they vote through its proposals for the investment trust’s board
-
What is an ETF? Everything you need to know about exchange-traded fundsThere are all sorts of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that can provide investors with a wide range of investment solutions. We explain what ETFs are and how they work.
-
Japanese stocks rise on Takaichi’s snap election landslideJapan’s new prime minister Sanae Takaichi has won a landslide victory in a snap election, prompting optimism that her pro-growth agenda will benefit Japanese stocks
-
UK interest rates live: rates held at 3.75%The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met today to decide UK interest rates, and voted to hold rates at their current level
-
Silver price swings: is it a good investment?Silver prices soared, sank then (slightly) recovered in late January and early February. Should you invest in silver?
-
What is value investing?Value investing covers a broad range of bases, but the approach hinges on identifying companies that are worth more than their price suggests.
-
Should you add gold to your pension?Gold price movements have been eye-catching over the past year. Should you put some gold in your pension?
-
Energy, healthcare and utilities: how to tap into AI in the real economyAI promises to add to the productivity and profitability of much of the economy beyond tech. Here’s two themes to tap into AI in the real economy.
-
Can the gold price rise to $6,000?Gold prices have made dramatic jumps early in 2026. Can gold keep rising, or is it becoming a victim of its own success?
-
Should you sell your US stocks?The turbulent events of 2025 and early 2026 have dealt a blow to the concept of US exceptionalism, but the US stock market is still going strong
-
Why small investment trusts can make great investmentsOften overlooked by larger institutions, smaller investment trusts can offer investors access to high-growth micro companies. We explore why they’re worth considering.
-
UK inflation live: Inflation rose to 3.4% in DecemberThe UK's Consumer Price Index (CPI) measure of inflation rose by 3.4% in the 12 months to December, in part due to rising airfare and tobacco prices
-
Netflix shares fall as guidance disappointsDespite an earnings beat, shares in Netflix fell overnight as the company’s margin outlook fell short of expectations
-
Edinburgh Worldwide shareholders reject Saba proposalsToday’s requisitioned general meeting of Edinburgh Worldwide shareholders has ended in another defeat for activist investor Saba Capital management
-
The top stocks of 2025 - did you pick a winner?Last year was a chaotic one for the stock market, but which stocks did investors buy the most of?
-
Saba pursues more closed-ended fundsActivist investor Saba Capital Management could move against more UK closed-ended funds. Some trusts are taking pre-emptive action.
-
Taiwan Semiconductor shares jump on AI outlookTSMC, Nvidia’s key supplier, has beaten on earnings and poured cold water on talk of an AI bubble
-
The top stocks in the FTSE 100The FTSE 100 celebrated its best year since the global financial crisis in 2025 and has hit new highs early this year. Which are the top stocks that drove last year's gains?
