Managing your investments

What the UK interest rate cut means for savings, mortgages, the economy and inflation

In its first decision of 2025 the Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4.75% to 4.5% – marking a 20-month low and the...

Fri, 07/02/2025 - 10:43

AJ Bell calls for Lifetime ISA rules changes alongside package of ISA reforms to boost investment

AJ Bell is calling on government to strengthen the appeal of the Lifetime ISA as part of a broader package of ISA reforms designed...

Thu, 06/02/2025 - 15:32

Most popular ISA investments among AJ Bell DIY investor customers in January

DIY investors were in risk-on mode during January 2025 judging by the most popular ISA investment choices on the AJ Bell platform.

Exposure to...

Thu, 06/02/2025 - 10:34

How grandparents, aunts, uncles and family friends can give money to a child via a Junior ISA

Investing in a child’s future can be a rewarding gift for them and for you. Using a Junior ISA is a tax-efficient way of...

Wed, 05/02/2025 - 16:05

Bank of England poised to cut rates on 6 February despite inflationary pressures in the bagging area

The Bank of England will make its first interest rate decision of 2025 on Thursday 6 February, and there is a high chance it will...

Fri, 31/01/2025 - 10:17

How to protect your portfolio from a tech market crash

UK investors might feel a million miles away from Silicon Valley, but their pensions and investment portfolios are probably brimming with US technology stocks. This...

Thu, 30/01/2025 - 10:38

Four ways to get children interested in saving and investing

Whether you are a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle or a close friend to someone who is a mum or dad, there are many ways you...

Thu, 23/01/2025 - 15:03

Five people who should consider a Lifetime ISA

The influential Treasury Committee has launched a call for evidence on how the Lifetime ISA could be reformed, with the questions ranging from whether...

Wed, 22/01/2025 - 12:01

How to invest for income

The American business magnate John D Rockefeller was said to have remarked that the only thing which gave him pleasure was to see his dividends...

Tue, 14/01/2025 - 08:39

Four personal finance resolutions for 2025

The new year is here, and it’s a good time to look at some financial resolutions to get on top of your personal finances. Here...

Wed, 08/01/2025 - 11:38

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