Latest articles by Dan McEvoy
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Crypto investors tax warning: providers must now share account details with HMRCNew cryptocurrency rules mean your details will be passed to HMRC for tax purposes, making it harder for investors to avoid taxes on profits. Here's everything you need to know when investing in the digital asset.
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Inheritance tax climbdown as agricultural property relief threshold raisedReforms to agricultural property relief had sparked strong opposition, and the government has now diluted its controversial inheritance tax plans for farmers
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Edinburgh Worldwide urges shareholders to oppose Saba's proposalsActivist investor Saba Capital has requisitioned a general meeting aimed at replacing Edinburgh Worldwide’s board with three independent directors
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Four stocks for 2026As the year draws to an end, investment experts suggest four stocks that investors may want to keep an eye on for 2026
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UK sets out crypto regulatory proposalsThe government has tabled legislation that sets out a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, while the regulator will consult on balancing innovation and consumer protections
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UK inflation live: Inflation fell to 3.2% in NovemberA rise of 3.2% in CPI inflation in the 12 months to November undershoots almost all expectations
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Should you invest in gold coins?Gold coins are issued for both commemorative and investment purposes. Know which is which before you buy
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Should you invest in biotech?Healthcare and biotech stocks offer tempting valuations following years in the doldrums
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High earners face £15k income hit by 2029 following Autumn BudgetRachel Reeves’s Autumn Budget means high earners – or HENRYs – are now looking at an income hit running into the thousands. Can you avoid it?
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Is the AI boom a bubble – and will it burst?Massive spending on AI infrastructure is starting to spook investors, but experts say the bubble doesn’t look like bursting yet
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The most popular funds of 2025Investors were in risk-management mode during 2025, with passive trackers and money market funds among the most popular with investors through the year
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Best FTSE 250 dividend stocks for high yieldsSmall and mid-cap UK stocks are a boon for dividend investors. The FTSE 250 and other small-cap indices could be poised for growth next year.
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Which sectors are best to invest in for 2026?Investment trust portfolio managers give their views on the sectors and regions they expect to outperform in 2026.
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How to tap into AI energy stocksOne certainty about generative AI is that it is hugely energy-intensive. Companies providing that power look set to capture the benefits.
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Will HMRC block money market funds from the stocks and shares ISA allowance?Cautious investors looking for cash-like returns could be prohibited from using money market funds in a stocks and shares ISA under new ISA rules from HMRC. What could it mean for you?
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ChatGPT turns three: what’s next for the ‘AI era’?Three years after its launch kickstarted the age of AI, ChatGPT and its maker OpenAI are driving the stock market. But concerns are growing over whether OpenAI will be able to turn its AI dominance into profit.
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What does the Budget mean for the UK stock market?Stamp duty holidays were set against tax relief cuts in Rachel Reeves’s second Budget. We assess the new measures that could impact UK stocks.
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Budget tax hikes: Income from property, dividends and savings take a hitRachel Reeves was able to avoid raising headline income tax in her Autumn Budget, but she has increased the tax rates on three non-employment forms of income. Will you pay more?
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UK inflation live: UK inflation fell to 3.6% in OctoberToday's ONS inflation data release confirms the Bank of England's assumption that inflation would fall after September. More analysis and reaction to follow.
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What is private equity, and should you invest?Private equity companies are a relatively risky investment, but they offer potentially superior returns for this risk. We explain what you need to know before investing in private equity.
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Oracle shares fall almost 30% in a monthFears over AI exuberance are weighing on computing infrastructure stocks, and Oracle’s share price has suffered
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Has Terry Smith's fund succumbed to Saba?Activist investor Saba Capital has led pressure on fund manager Terry Smith to convert his Smithson Investment Trust into an open-ended fund - will Smith roll over?
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Crypto ETN warning: why adding them to your ISA could be riskyCrypto investors could be exposed to short-term market volatility thanks to HMRC rules if they buy cETNs into a stocks and shares ISA
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Will the Bitcoin price recover?Bitcoin prices have fallen from a recent high, but what was once a niche investment now accounts for nearly 2% of all assets globally. What drives the Bitcoin price, and should you invest?
