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Okta: an undervalued cybersecurity play
Okta provides vital security services and appears cheap considering AI’s growing prominence
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Should you invest in Pakistan – the Vietnam of South Asia?
Opinion If Pakistan is now serious about reform, it’s time for investors to buy, says Maryam Cockar
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Why it pays to invest in family firms – and how to buy in
It makes sense to invest in family firms. Here are some of the best to buy now
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8 of the best properties for sale with mountain views
The best properties for sale with mountain views – from an Arts & Crafts house with holiday lets in the Carding Mill Valley in Shropshire to a highland lodge with wood-burning stoves near the Rogie Falls in the Scottish Highlands
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Best and worst countries for retirement – where does the UK rank?
Retiring overseas is a great choice for pensioners who want to escape the grey skies of Britain. Which countries are considered top for retirement?
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What is inflation and how does it affect you?
Although we are past the worst of the cost-of-living crisis, the Bank of England thinks price rises could hit 4% later this year. What is inflation and how does it impact your personal finances?
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What are National Insurance contributions?
Most of us pay National Insurance contributions but few of us really understand them. Here’s our guide to demystifying National Insurance.
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Which is the best American Express credit card?
American Express credit cards can help you earn cashback or reward points on everyday spending, but which card is the best for you? We compare the different options available
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Review: Puerto Rico – embrace the spirit of Boricua
Travel Natasha Langan discovers why the indigenous name for Puerto Rico has come to define this Caribbean island’s vibrant culture
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Are under-30s at greatest risk of retirement poverty?
Under-30s have benefitted from auto-enrolment but housing costs could quickly erode their pension in retirement, with more likely to be renting or still paying off a mortgage
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Is now a good time to invest in infrastructure?
Prudent infrastructure investments can capture several convergent tailwinds, while offering reliable income
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'Where to find the world’s hidden gems offering durable growth and value'
Opinion Joe Bauernfreund, chief executive officer and chief investment officer, AVI Global Trust, highlights three businesses where he'd put his money
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Best regular savings accounts – get up to 7.5%
Savings The top regular savings accounts pay as much as 7.5%. If you’re looking to stash small amounts away each month, we list the accounts worth looking at
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“Come back on St Leger Day”: Should you buy in September?
There’s an old adage among investors which goes: “Sell in May and go away, don’t come back until St Leger Day”. Is there any truth to it?
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When will UK interest rates fall further? Latest Bank of England predictions
The Bank of England’s next interest rate meeting will take place on 18 September. With inflation on the rise, experts are anticipating no change to the base rate.
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The common ways you could have invalidated your travel insurance – and how to avoid them
It can be easy to accidentally breach the terms of your travel insurance. We look at the most common ways this can happen, and how you can avoid them.
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Vietnam Enterprise Investments Limited: Investing in the ascending dragon
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Vietnam’s growth trajectory began in the 1980s and today the country is a manufacturing powerhouse, but the dragon still has further to soar. Vietnam Enterprise Investments Limited offers diversified exposure.
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Green mortgages: how do they work and how much can you save?
Most high-street lenders now offer some kind of green mortgage deal. We look at who’s eligible, how to apply and the mortgage rates and cashback on offer
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Rachel Reeves urged to avoid pension tax relief raid or risk ‘Omnishambles Budget’
It might seem like low-hanging fruit, but cutting pension tax relief would be a dangerous move for the chancellor, says former pensions minister Steve Webb
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Retail investors pull £1.8 billion from equities, but Europe bucks trend
The latest data from the Investment Association shows July was a bad month for equity funds, with outflows doubling compared to the month before, but Europe was a bright spot
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What is a tracker fund?
Instead of trying to beat the market, tracker funds – also known as “passive” funds – try to track its performance. Here's what that means.
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What are wealth taxes and would they work in Britain?
The Treasury is short of cash and mulling over how it can get its hands on more money to plug the gap. Could wealth taxes do the trick?
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UK bank stocks are no bargain – here's a safer alternative
Opinion Britain's banking sector faces severe political risks. Switch into this global financials trust instead, says Max King
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Gold mining stocks outperform gold – can it last?
Opinion Gold miners are shining brighter than the yellow metal for the first time in this cycle. Enjoy the ride while it lasts, says Cris Sholto Heaton
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The AI barons call time on the bubble
Opinion OpenAI's Sam Altman and other tech giants are warning that the AI boom is reaching dangerous territory. They may end up as the authors of their own demise
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Three small companies with big potential
Opinion Nish Patel, portfolio manager of The Global Smaller Companies Trust, picks three small companies where he'd put his money
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Automatic Data Processing: should you invest?
Automatic Data Processing has established itself as a one-stop shop for managing the workplace. Is it a sound long-term investment?
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Crypto mogul Do Kwon pleads guilty to fraud
South Korean entrepreneur Do Kwon, who used to call critics cockroaches, faces a long spell in jail after pleading guilty to fraud relating to the collapse of two digital coins
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How multi-asset trusts can help you deal with volatility
Multi-asset trusts help navigate global uncertainty and provide investors with an added layer of protection through diversification
