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Could investing in sugar protect you during a downturn?
Sugar has some defensive qualities during economic downturns, but is now the right time to invest in sugar?
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Why stagflation seems like America's "optimistic scenario"
Investors have gone into tariff shock, and stagflation could now be the optimistic scenario for the US economy.
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Review: Shangri-La Paris – an ode to the world’s best food
Travel Natasha Langan enjoys fine French and Chinese cuisine at the Shangri-La Paris
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Trump’s tariffs: how should the UK respond?
Every right-thinking person knows that free trade is a surer route to the wealth of nations than protectionism. So, what is Trump thinking?
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Review: Shangri-La Le Touessrok – magical Mauritius
Travel Sarah Lee soaks up the authenticity of Mauritius with the Shangri-La Le Touessrok and finds an unexpected connection with Mauritius.
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Why you should review your cash ISA now
The new tax year provides the perfect opportunity to take stock of your cash ISA savings, and make sure your money is working as hard as it can.
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State pension rises, but more pensioners face being taxed
The state pension has increased thanks to the triple lock, but frozen tax bands means more pensioners will start to pay tax.
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Can a rebrand save WH Smith?
Opinion WH Smith's high-street shops have had their day and a change of owner is unlikely to turn things around, says Matthew Lynn
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Alternatives to Premium Bonds: As NS&I rates fall, are other savings prize draws a good option?
If you’re looking for a Premium Bond alternative, a prize draw might be an option, with one offering up to £100,000.
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Avoid the pensioner tax trap – six ways to reduce your tax bill in retirement
The full new state pension rose by £470 a year from April, but with income tax thresholds still frozen, you could find yourself giving more away to the taxman. We look at ways to cut your bill.
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Ben Cohen: The Ben & Jerry’s co-founder who wants to break away from Unilever
Ben Cohen of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream is seeking to break away from Unilever, the conglomerate he sold out to in 2000. It’s a battle for the soul of the brand synonymous with corporate do-gooding.
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Trump wants to colonise Mars – will it happen?
Donald Trump wants to plant the US flag on Mars. Could humans really live there?
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The top funds and investment trusts for European defence spending
With European leaders rushing to ramp up defence spending, these funds and trusts could position you to benefit from the trend
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How to invest during stagflation
Trump’s tariffs look poised to push the global economy into a period of stagflation. We look at how to ensure your investments can survive a global slowdown.
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Best-performing funds and investment trusts for stocks and shares ISAs of all time
As ISAs celebrate their 26th birthday, we reveal the best-performing funds and investment trusts since stocks and shares ISAs launched in April 1999, and how much they would be worth today
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Dividends: Reliability in uncertain times
Dividends have formed over half of the total return of the UK market over the last 20 years. Dividend strategies have been under-appreciated while investors have focused on US mega cap technology. Income strategies may have more appeal in a tougher investment climate
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Two top Asia-focused investment trusts
Pacific Assets and Scottish Oriental are both trusts that focus on high-quality companies controlled by trustworthy families or founders
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Anne Wojcicki: the daring 23andMe CEO who reached too far
Profile Anne Wojcicki dreamed of a revolution in personal genomics and medicine and set up 23andMe in 2006. Its collapse into bankruptcy provides a cautionary tale
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The star small and mid-cap stocks income investors have overlooked
Opinion Thomas Moore, senior investment director, Aberdeen, highlights three company stocks as he shares where he would put his money
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How to manage money: the 4 rules you need to live by to be wealthier
From pensions and investing to everyday money management – these four money rules could leave you better off – and everyone can start using them now, says Kalpana Fitzpatrick
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The merits of a true investment journey
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A new wealth tax is a terrible idea. The rich are already being hit by sneaky taxes – Merryn Somerset Webb
Opinion Ideologues want to squeeze more tax out of the rich with a wealth tax. They’re already wrung dry, says Merryn Somerset Webb
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Falling revenues and mounting debt spell trouble for Jumia Technologies
Struggling African e-commerce platform Jumia Technologies looks headed for the exit, says Dr Matthew Partridge.
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3 April 1948: Marshall Plan signed into law
Features On this day in 1948, Secretary of State George Marshall’s European Recovery Program, otherwise known as the Marshall Plan, is adopted.
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2 April 1982: Argentina invades the Falkland Islands
Features On this day in 1982 Argentinian forces landed on the Falkland Islands, sparking a bitter, ten week war with Britain.
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13 April 1960: the first satellite navigation system is launched
Features On this day in 1960, Nasa sent the Transit 1B satellite into orbit to provide positioning for the US Navy’s fleet of Polaris ballistic missile submarines.
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10 April 1912: the Titanic sets sail on its doomed maiden voyage
Features On this day in 1912 the White Star line's 'unsinkable' liner, the RMS Titanic, left Southampton on its doomed maiden voyage.
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9 April 1838: National Gallery opens in Trafalgar Square
Features On this day in 1838, William Wilkins’ new National Gallery building in Trafalgar Square opened to the public.
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Bargain Britain boasts both value and momentum
Interview Ian Lance, manager of the Temple Bar Investment Trust, tells Andrew Van Sickle that the outlook for UK stocks has improved and healthy long-term returns are in prospect
