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Best investing apps
Looking for an easy-to-use app to help you start investing, keep track of your portfolio or make trades on the go? We round up the best investing apps
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Should you overpay your mortgage?
If you have spare cash left over at the end of the month, should you overpay your mortgage, or would savings or your pension be a better home for your money?
By Holly Thomas Last updated
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Which is the best American Express credit card?
If you want to earn rewards on your spending with an American Express credit card, what’s the best option for you? We look at the different Amex cards on the market.
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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Women’s financial freedom: How money has changed in 50 years
Just 50 years ago, women couldn’t apply for a bank account or get a mortgage without a man. This International Women’s Day, we look at the financial freedoms that have changed women’s lives throughout the years, and what more needs to be done.
By Jessica Sheldon Published
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Why now is the time to look again at private equity
Listed private equity investment trusts have faced multiple challenges despite a history of strong long term performance. But with the macroeconomic outlook now improving and individual funds such as HVPE taking decisive action, the sector may have reached a turning point
By MoneyWeek Published
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ISA guide: everything you need to know for the 2024/25 tax year
In our ISA guide, we explain everything you need to know about ISAs: how they work, how much you can pay in, what investments you can hold, and how to transfer one.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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MoneyWeek exclusive: The power of private markets
Interview Helen Steers, co-manager of the Pantheon International investment trust, tells MoneyWeek about the vast array of compelling opportunities in private equity
By Andrew Van Sickle Published
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a rare opportunity in rare diseases
Vertex Pharmaceuticals operates in a profitable subsector and is poised for further success
By Dr Mike Tubbs Published
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8 March 1817: the New York Stock Exchange is formed
Features On this day in 1817, a group of brokers moved out of a New York coffee house to form what would become the biggest stock exchange in the world.
By Chris Carter Last updated
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Can European stock markets continue their rally?
With European stock markets on the rise as US stocks fall, is now the time to invest in European shares?
By Dan McEvoy Published
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Could your old Star Wars toys make you millions?
Star Wars fans could get out of this world returns as vintage toys experience a resurgence
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Eight tips to retire early
Stopping work young may seem like a distant dream, but can these top tips help you retire early?
By Moira O'Neill Last updated
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What is an offset mortgage and should you consider one?
Offset mortgages are a good way to put your money to work. We explain what they are and if they might work for you.
By Holly Thomas Last updated
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Time to remortgage? Everything you need to know to get best deal
A mortgage is likely to be your highest monthly expense which makes securing the best rate and terms crucial when it’s time to remortgage
By Samantha Partington Last updated
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Would capping cash ISAs help close the gender investment gap?
Opinion If cash ISAs are capped, will more women will start investing? Kalpana Fitzpatrick looks at why women don't invest as much as men and what could help them start
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published
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Global investors overlook these top tips in emerging markets
Opinion Chris Tennant, co-portfolio manager of Fidelity Emerging Markets, picks three attractive companies in emerging markets
By Chris Tennant Published
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Kirill Dmitriev: Putin’s emissary to Trumpworld
Profile Kirill Dmitriev is a product of America’s finest institutions and has emerged as the Russian president’s point man in negotiations with Donald Trump
By Jane Lewis Published
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Defence stocks rise as Starmer says UK is at a “crossroads in history” on national security
Defence stocks are rising after European leaders met on Sunday to discuss their support for Ukraine. It followed Zelenskyy and Trump’s disastrous White House meeting. Should you invest in defence?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Are you eligible for a £25 cold weather payment?
Millions of people are eligible for cold weather payments from the Department for Work and Pensions. With the scheme finishing for this winter on 31 March, we explain who qualifies and how to check if a payment is due
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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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
By Katie Williams Published
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Low-cost index funds for simple investing
Tips 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
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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What are gilts and should you invest in them?
As a relatively safe and steady investment, gilts can often be overlooked, but they are at the heart of how the economy functions. Is now a good time to buy them?
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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Why you should write a will — and how to do it for free
Most of us haven’t written a will. But it's one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your loved ones
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Top funds, stocks and trusts to invest in
We look at the top funds, stocks and trusts where investors have been putting their money over the past month
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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King Coal has not been dethroned yet — should you buy?
The demand for coal is only growing, yet investors don’t seem to want to take advantage of the opportunity, says Rupert Hargreaves
By Rupert Hargreaves Published
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"It’s time to start buying Europe again"
Opinion Europe's stocks are cheap and the economic backdrop is starting to look cheerier, says Merryn Somerset Webb
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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Is now a good time to invest in VCTs?
Venture capital trusts have turned 30 years old. While VCTs are volatile, could now be the right time to invest?
By Dan McEvoy Last updated
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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?
By Katie Williams Published
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How to gift Premium Bonds
Could Premium Bonds be the gift that keeps on giving? We look at how to buy them for a child.
By Katie Williams Last updated