Latest articles by Katie Williams
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When is the “Bed & ISA” deadline? Cut-off dates for major investment platforms
The “Bed & ISA” deadline varies from provider to provider. We share a round-up of the key dates across major investment platforms
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How much should I have in emergency savings?
When your boiler breaks or your car won’t start, you can find yourself paying a hefty bill. How much should you have in emergency savings to cover unexpected costs?
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Is now a good time to sell a house?
The property market often enjoys a spring boost, but this time could be different. Is now a good time to sell a house?
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New Chase bonus deal takes savings rate to 4.75% – is it worth it?
Chase’s latest savings deal propels it into first place in the best-buy tables, but there are some pitfalls to look out for
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Trump’s trade war: EU threatened with 200% alcohol tariffs
Donald Trump has threatened the EU with alcohol tariffs after it announced a string of countermeasures against the US earlier this week. What do the latest tariff announcements mean for markets and the economy?
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Where to invest as interest rates fall
We highlight four areas investors could consider as interest rates continue to fall. Should you be bullish or defensive?
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Halifax: House prices dip in February but will continue to rise
House prices dipped by 0.1% in February as the window to beat stamp duty changes narrowed, but a supply-demand imbalance could push prices higher this year overall
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Investors pull more money from UK equities – but is a turnaround on the horizon?
UK equity funds saw outflows of £1.7bn in January – the worst in eight months – but stock market performance has been good. Will investors turn positive?
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How to save £1,000s by consolidating your investment and ISA accounts
Consolidating your investment accounts, including stocks and shares ISAs, could slash your platform fees by thousands
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UK smaller companies labelled the “most unloved stocks in the world” – should you invest?
UK small caps could offer enticing opportunities for contrarian investors looking to bag a valuation discount. Should you invest?
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5 ways to close the gender pension gap
Women could face a gender pension gap of more than £85,000 by the time they reach retirement age, but it starts from the very moment they enter the workplace. Ahead of International Women’s Day (8 March), we look at five steps to help boost your pension.
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Widow’s warning: Are you missing out on up to £11,000 in inherited state pension?
If your late spouse built up contributions under the old state pension, you could be entitled to inherit a portion of it. What are the rules and are you eligible?
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Nationwide: House prices rise for sixth month in a row, but stamp duty changes loom
House prices continued to rise in February, but stamp duty changes and new affordability pressures could create headwinds later this year
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Tesla sales plummet 45% in Europe – what does it mean for investors?
Tesla's sales are off to a dismal start in Europe in 2025. Is Elon Musk’s politics to blame and should you sell your Tesla shares?
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Waspi threatens government with legal action over refused compensation
Women affected by changes to their state pension age have threatened the government with legal action after it refused to pay out compensation of up to £10.5 billion
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Spot the Dog: £67bn in underperforming funds revealed
Around 137 funds consistently underperformed their benchmark, BestInvest's Spot the Dog report finds. Which funds are in the doghouse?
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UK inflation rises by more than expected to 3%
The rate of UK inflation rose by more than expected in January to 3%, up from 2.5% in December. Analysts had been expecting a reading of 2.8%. Read the latest analysis from MoneyWeek.
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Managing your money in retirement – 4 golden rules to follow to avoid a shortfall
We look at how to manage your money in retirement, after research suggests retirees are at risk of depleting their pension pots a decade too soon due to the “lottery effect”
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8 questions to ask before you retire: How to prepare for retirement
You have probably been saving into a pension for most of your working life, but how do you actually prepare to retire?
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UK equities experience confidence surge as investors sour on the US
Investors are warming up to UK equities as the domestic market starts to look like a place of relative calm
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Trump tariffs: market reaction and what it means for your money
MoneyWeek's analysis of February's tariff announcements, as they happened.
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The 62 UK areas where you could be priced out of using your Lifetime ISA
Saving for your first home in Croydon, Ealing, Brent or any one of these other locations? You could be at risk of being priced out of using your Lifetime ISA
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Cash ISAs: why it could be your last chance to grab 5% tax-free savings
Savers using a cash ISA could face a double-whammy of interest rate cuts and tax reforms from April. Should you act now?
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The financial benefits of getting married – should you say 'I do'?
Marriage may be on your mind as Valentine’s Day approaches but fewer couples are getting hitched. There are legal, financial and tax privileges you could be giving up by not saying ‘I do’ – we look at the financial benefits of getting married
