Why investing in an ISA early could make you more than £19,000 richer

There’s nothing like a deadline to spur us into action. It’s why so many investors find themselves opening ISAs in the final days of each tax...

Thu, 10/04/2025 - 00:00


How investment trusts can use gearing to enhance returns

This article looks at investment trusts and gearing, specifically the ability of trust managers to borrow money to invest.

With the help of industry body the...

Thu, 10/04/2025 - 00:00


The case for investing using active ETFs

In December, Luxembourg’s financial regulator the CSSF announced new rules around tax exemption and portfolio transparency for European active ETFs (exchange-traded funds).

Along with Ireland,...

Thu, 10/04/2025 - 00:00


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What tariffs mean for markets and the importance of staying invested through periods of volatility.

US stocks surge as Trump backs down and announces 90-day tariff pause

US stock markets soared on Wednesday after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day tariff pause on all countries except China.

Shortly after Trump announced his latest...

Wed, 09/04/2025 - 19:04


Petra delays Cullinan diamond sales amid tariff uncertainty

Petra Diamonds Ltd on Wednesday reported lower sales and prices in its fifth tender of the financial year, as it postponed the sale of goods...

Wed, 09/04/2025 - 18:23


Six factors that could cause markets to rebound or fall further

Markets are acting like a yo-yo, slumping on the Liberation Day announcement for three trading days in a row, then jumping back and forth.

Given...

Wed, 09/04/2025 - 17:27


Late market roundup: FTSE 100 hit as China retaliates on tariffs

The FTSE 100 suffered fresh losses on Wednesday as China hiked tariffs on US goods and market volatility spread to bonds, compounding investor nerves.

The FTSE...

Wed, 09/04/2025 - 17:00


IN BRIEF: Quantum Blockchain signs NDA with ASIC chipmaker

Quantum Blockchain Technologies PLC - London-based, blockchain sector-focused investor - Signs a non-disclosure agreement with an unnamed ‘leading’ manufacturer of ASIC chips for bitcoin mining,...

Wed, 09/04/2025 - 16:49


Avation inks six-year lease with Clic Air, enters South America

Avation PLC on Wednesday said it has signed a six-year lease agreement with Colombian carrier Clic Air SA for an ATR 72-600 aircraft, marking the...

Wed, 09/04/2025 - 16:24


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