Managing your investments

Tariffs have rocked US government bonds – are they still safe?

When equity markets experience turbulence, people have historically held tight to their bonds in the hope they provide a cushion for portfolios.

Even though...

Wed, 23/04/2025 - 15:04

Should I wait for the markets to pick up before investing?

After an extended period of high returns, the stock market took a tumble in the past month that has rattled some investors.

Despite the...

Tue, 22/04/2025 - 13:58

How money market funds and gilts can fit in a portfolio

Investors have flocked to money market funds in recent years, attracted by the high rates on offer after the sharp rise in interest rates since...

Thu, 17/04/2025 - 09:28

Am I ready to start investing? A four-step checklist

There can be significant advantages to investing your money rather than saving it in the bank. The returns can potentially be greater over time than...

Thu, 17/04/2025 - 08:03

What is ‘stagflation’ and why is it a worry?

‘Stagflation’ is a term that makes regular rounds on the news and can be a point of real concern for the markets.

It refers to...

Tue, 15/04/2025 - 10:38

Gold price hits $3,000 for first time: how to invest in the precious metal

Gold has hit a new record high, surpassing the $3,000 an ounce mark early in April and reaching above $3,200 in the days following the...

Mon, 14/04/2025 - 17:32

How the AJ Bell funds are reacting to Trump tariffs

The past week has seen new tariffs from the US that are causing significant volatility in global markets. As markets have seen turbulence, we understand...

Thu, 10/04/2025 - 14:26

US shares touch ‘bear market’ territory: What this means

The thirteenth modern-day ‘bull market’ in America’s S&P 500 may give way to the thirteenth ‘bear market,’ although the benchmark has started to try and...

Wed, 09/04/2025 - 11:37

Investing in a ‘global index’ – where is your money really going?

Investing in a global index is often viewed as a ‘catch all’ strategy. It can be a useful solution to the complexities of choosing where...

Wed, 09/04/2025 - 10:39

Cheaper mortgages may be a silver lining from Trump’s tariffs

Trump’s tariff announcement might have created havoc in the stock market, but there could be a silver lining for UK mortgage borrowers. Interest rate expectations...

Tue, 08/04/2025 - 09:19

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