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The MoneyWeek Podcast: inflation and what to do about it
Podcasts John and Merryn talk about the latest inflation figures and ask if it really is a temporary thing, Plus, the origin myth of the 2% target; demographics, and why old people aren't as frugal as they used to be; and what to buy now.
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Markets believe that bankruptcy has been abolished – that’s not a good thing
Analysis The gap between corporate and government debt is collapsing, with investors demanding very little extra yield for taking on the risk of bankruptcy. That could pose a problem, says John Stepek. Here’s why.
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Investing in stem cells, the building blocks of the body
Cover Story Stem cells have always been tomorrow’s technology. But it looks as though their time has finally come – and they will transform the treatment of disease and drug development, says Matthew Partridge
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2016 Yalumba: a simply perfect Australian red
Reviews Every vintage of this Australian red has been nothing short of epic, says Matthew Jukes.
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Future-proof your classic Porsche 911 with an electric conversion
Reviews Replacing the heart of the car with an electric motor does not affect its soul. Chris Carter reports
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Properties for sale for around £2m
Reviews From an 1880s boathouse on the banks of the River Thames in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, to a penthouse apartment in a converted warehouse in Shad Thames, London, eight of the best properties for £2m on the market now.
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Five of the best British island escapes
Reviews From a historic castle in the Isles of Scilly to a secluded cottage in Scotland. Chris Carter reports
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Why fund managers should share the risk with their investors
Editor's letter Ideally, managers would have a stake in their funds. It might not necessarily lead to better performance, but it would surely make them pay a little more attention.
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The Fed springs a surprise on investors – are there more to come?
Analysis The US Federal Reserve has turned more aggressive than expected on inflation, driving fears of an early interest-rate rise. John Stepek looks at what it means for the markets and for you.
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UK inflation jumps to the highest level in two years – a short-term blip or the start of something bigger?
Analysis UK inflation rose to 2.1% in May, the highest level in two years. Saloni Sardana looks at what’s behind the rise.
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Is the commodity bull market already losing steam?
Analysis Commodities have put in a blistering performance over the past year. But – oil aside – the commodity bull market looks like it might have peaked. Dominic Frisby explains what’s going on.
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Two of the biggest risks to the “Roaring 2020s” scenario
Analysis A lot of people – including us – are expecting an inflationary boom as we all emerge from lockdown to spend, spend, spend. But there are a couple of things that could derail that scenario, says John Stepek.
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Under new management: how change can be good for investment trusts
Analysis Change isn’t always for the better, but recently funds opting for new stewards have profited from the move, says Max King
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Innovation and growth: the rise of emerging markets
Advertisement Feature Emerging markets have changed dramatically over the last decade – we examine what’s driving this transformation.
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Will the Federal Reserve give markets a shock this week?
Analysis With US inflation coming in higher than expected, markets are nervously awaiting the Federal Reserve’s response. John Stepek looks at what’s likely to happen.
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Nvidia’s Jensen Huang: prophet of the AI age
Profiles Jensen Huang’s Nvidia started out in computer games. That may have been merely a toehold on the route to global dominance in the tech industry.
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The G7’s global corporation tax: bringing Big Tech to heel
Briefings The G7 group of nations has agreed to potentially historic changes in the way multinational companies are taxed. Who wins and who loses?
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US inflation is rising faster than anyone expected – but markets aren’t worried yet
Analysis US inflation is at its highest in nearly 30 years. But markets are unfazed, banking on it being just a temporary blip. John Stepek isn’t so sure. Here’s why, and what it means for you.
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Eight of the best Georgian properties for sale
Reviews From a Grade II-listed Greek Revival-style house in Wiltshire to a Georgian terrace in the grounds of Richmond Palace, eight of the best Georgian properties on the market now.
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2019 Quinta do Romeu: a red made by rebels and shipped by pirates
Reviews This Portuguese red is bursting with velvety bramble and spice flavours and is already drinking perfectly.
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Audi Q4 e-Tron: a superlative electric SUV
Reviews The German carmaker has finally got the details right for its electric-only models. Chris Carter reports
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Five of the UK’s best beaches
Reviews From the remote golden sands of Wales to the dunes of Lindisfarne, Chris Carter reports on the UK’s best beaches.
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Cyberattacks are on the rise – which companies are likely to benefit?
Analysis The US Department of Justice has recovered more than $2.3m from last month’s Colonial Pipeline hack incident, but questions persist about how the world’s largest economy – and the rest of us, for that matter – can prevent a future attack on its infrastructure systems.
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The simple answer to Britain's staff shortages: raise wages
Editor's letter The UK's businesses are suffering from a shortage of staff. If they want to fix that, they'll have to do the one thing they really hate: raise wages
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What’s the outlook for the UK tech sector?
Advertisement Feature As the UK moves through the Covid-19 pandemic, the country’s tech sector has a potentially big part to play in the recovery.
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Bitcoin is now legal tender in El Salvador. Is this the start of something?
Analysis El Salvador has become the first country in the world to make bitcoin legal tender. John Stepek explains why, and asks if other countries might do the same.
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Three yachts for fun on the open seas
Reviews Wave-sensitive pool table? Submersible scooter? Nicole Garcia Merida looks at luxury yachts – and the toys to go with them.
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The semiconductor supply crunch: what’s it about and what does it mean for you?
Analysis The world is facing a shortage of semiconductors. Saloni Sardana explains why the world has run out of them and why the chip shortage will ripple across dozens of industries.
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What green energy, my expanding waistline, and the price of oil have in common
Analysis In echoes of the flawed public health advice of the 1980s, governments are taking action – but not necessarily the correct action – to be “greener”. That will drive the oil price up, says Dominic Frisby. Here's why.
