
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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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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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
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UK inflation fell to 3.0% in JanuaryAfter rising in December 2025, UK inflation resumed its downward trajectory in January 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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?
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