Managing your investments

What lower inflation means for your personal finances

Inflation has fallen below the Bank of England’s target of 2% for the first time in three years, marking the end of the high inflation...

Thu, 24/10/2024 - 09:28

Revealed: the investment trusts yielding 4.5% or more

A central bank interest rate cutting cycle is well underway, the Federal Reserve having slashed US rates by 50 basis points and further cuts expected...

Thu, 24/10/2024 - 09:07

Budget preview: what to expect on capital gains tax, inheritance tax and dividend tax

There is the potential for major changes to be made to the tax system at the Budget on 30 October, many of which could impact...

Tue, 22/10/2024 - 15:21

Should you invest little and often or everything in one go?

Many people are unsure whether they have enough money to start investing. Fortunately, there are only a few simple steps to follow to establish whether...

Tue, 22/10/2024 - 15:20

How to beat capital gains tax

Labour’s first Budget since the General Election is nearing, and having ruled out increases to some other taxes, capital gains tax is one of the...

Tue, 22/10/2024 - 13:11

US stocks make new all-time highs as chip warning brushed off

This week ushered in fresh highs for US markets lead by the small cap Russell 2000 index which gained over 3%, buoyed by stronger than...

Fri, 18/10/2024 - 10:37

AJ Bell CEO: It’s time for the government to stop fiddling with the pensions system

By Michael Summersgill, Chief Executive of AJ Bell

The Budget presents a perfect opportunity for the Chancellor to commit to a long-term Pensions Tax Lock,...

Fri, 18/10/2024 - 09:33

Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump: the potential winners and losers for investors and markets on the outcome of the US presidential election

Green energy and technology are the key industries to watch if Kamala Harris wins the US presidential election, while defence contractors, oil and gas producers...

Thu, 17/10/2024 - 17:01

Budget preview: what to expect on pensions tax relief, tax-free cash and the triple lock

Rachel Reeves’ first Budget as Chancellor (to be held on 30 October) has been preceded by feverish speculation over whether pensions could be in the...

Wed, 16/10/2024 - 14:12

Pair of increased takeover bids state the value case for UK equities

Frasers’ increased offer for Mulberry may well founder upon the blocking stake held by Challice but ABC Technologies seems to be winning over the board...

Tue, 15/10/2024 - 11:18

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