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What is “Britcoin” and what could it mean for you?
Analysis Rishi Sunak has asked the Bank of England to explore the possibility of creating a digital currency for the UK - dubbed Britcoin. Saloni Sardana looks at what that might mean for you.
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Why investment advice could be about to get a lot cheaper
Opinion Vanguard, the world’s second-biggest asset manager, is launching its own cut-price financial advice service. It’s something the industry badly needs, says John Stepek.
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The FTSE 100 has clawed back above 7,000 – how much higher can it go?
Analysis The FTSE 100 index has risen to over 7,000 for the first time in over a year – it now sits just above where it was in 1999. But its era of neglect could be coming to an end, says John Stepek. Here's why.
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Why all eyes will be on US inflation data this week
Analysis As the world comes out of lockdown and demand for goods and services rises, attention will shift to inflation and what it means for interest rates. This week sees a release of significant US inflation data – John Stepek explains why it’s so important.
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Will Tesla hit $3,000, or are you better off investing elsewhere?
Opinion One of the world’s most successful fund managers believes that Tesla’s share price will hit $3,000 by 2025. Saloni Sardana examines whether that's a realistic aim, or whether you should steer clear.
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How long can the Federal Reserve keep markets happy?
Analysis Markets breathed a sigh of relief after the Federal Reserve said it wouldn't raise interest rates for some time yet. But, asks John Stepek, how long will it be before they get the jitters again?
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“The economics of investing in bonds has become stupid”
Advice Ray Dalio, one of the world’s most successful hedge fund managers, says that investing in bonds right now is “stupid”. But why, and what does he suggest instead? John Stepek investigates.
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The European Central Bank fumbles its way towards yield curve control
Analysis The EU’s economic recovery is faltering, but its bond yields keep rising. That makes things tricky for the European Central Bank, says John Stepek. Here, he looks at how central banks are shifting the goalposts, and what it means for you.
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Short-term inflation is almost certain. But what could make it a long-term problem?
Opinion Inflation will be welcomed when it arrives – but in time, it could grow to become a problem. John Stepek explains why, and what that will mean for investors.
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