When it comes to building your pension pot or investing it for retirement income, finding a reliable investment matters.
There is only one topic being talked about in the darkest corners of the City - rumours that Nasdaq is sniffing around London's AIM market.
Bluefield Solar Income Fund Ltd was the first solar-focused fund to float in London, back in 2013, and since February the following year has paid quarterly dividends either on or above target.
A Louis Vuitton trunk made to carry a ten-inch rubber duck called Canard Willy goes under the hammer later this month with an estimated price of up to £22,000.
Fashion followers will remember that model and designer Alexa Chung shut down her Alpha Charlie label two years ago after big losses. A source close to Chung gives their take on its demise.
The firm's contracts may look like a mishmash on the surface, but they can be seriously lucrative. This week's full-year trading update surprised the stock market on the upside.
Ceres develops fuel cells that can be installed almost anywhere and can turn hydrogen and oxygen into electricity. It has also developed technology to produce hydrogen from steam.
Although the £1.8 billion trust has benefited from the investment euphoria surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), it is no one-trick pony.
The conflict in the Middle East has led to a surge in the gold price in recent weeks, for the metal has long been the classic place to put savings at a moment like this. But gold is an unsatisfac...
A mixture of extreme weather events and crop disease has severely reduced supply from Ghana and the Ivory Coast, the two main cocoa bean producing nations.
There is talk of a slowdown in the sector, whose pricing power has been the envy of other businesses.
The electric vehicle maker has already signalled that its finances are likely to be hit after posting its first fall in car sales for four years earlier this month.
The one-time investment star (pictured) said he hoped to shed light on events that led to the demise of Woodford Investment Management.
Neil Woodford has reemerged with a newsletter claiming to offer readers an alternative to 'consensus thinking'.
Comedian Steve Coogan (pictured), the creator of Alan Partridge, joined protesters outside United Utilities' Lake District offices this week.
Liontrust boss John Ions (pictured) says UK small and mid-cap stocks are out of favour after investors pulled billions from its funds.
The top seven European tech stocks delivered higher growth in the first quarter compared with the US' much-lauded Magnificent 7 group, eToro data shows.
I have paid £300 each month for the past 97 months, and in doing so have accumulated £46,100 from a total investment of £29,100 plus the dividends that I have reinvested.
Many shipping companies have halted all transit through the Suez Canal amid threats of attacks by the Houthis, a militant organisation controlling much of Yemen.
Savers and investors will soon be able to pay into as many Isas as they like, bar the Lifetime Isa - with as many providers as they choose, from the new tax year on 6 April.
With the re-selection of Kristalina Georgieva (pictured), Europe continues to dominate the choice of who is in the top job at the IMF.
Revolut and Monzo are among a group of firms to sign up to a list of policy demands aimed at ensuring Britain maintains its 'leading global position'.
Radical cuts to the Capital Gains Tax allowance by the Government make it inevitable that many more people will have to pay it in future.
Dividends can bring great returns, particularly if you keep reinvesting them - but the Government inevitably wants its share of this wealth.
Investors can now add Hemogenyx Pharmaceuticals PLC to the watch list after it pulled off the near impossible by raising $4.2 million.
PPHE trades on the stock market at £14.80 but independent experts say the group's portfolio is worth £26.72 a share. It is an attractive long-term buy.
Cautious investors should sell half their stock at £1.49, bank profits and keep the rest.
Fund managers Paul Marriage and John Warren adopt a six-month rule with regards to holdings. In simple terms, if it does not perform well in its first six months, it is jettisoned.
The first Bitcoin 'halving' event in four years due next week will kickstart a new chapter for the world's biggest cryptocurrency and the scale at which it is mined.
A study from Bloomberg has been the spur. This research shows that 185 of the companies in the S&P 500 index use 'chair' or 'chairperson' - three times as many as did so in 2020.
There used to be a saying that 'if it ain't Boeing, I ain't going'. Now an alternative is being used by influencers on TikTok.
There are some bravehearts - a mix of analysts and fund managers - who believe the UK stock market should not be treated like a pariah.
Many companies feel deeply unappreciated by investors - which means that their shares could be a bargain to buy right here, right now.
Whether it was a good or bad week at Aintree will depend largely on the outcome of the big race. But there is far more at stake for Entain and its shareholders.
Harvest Minerals rocketed higher at the front end of this week's session, soaring from 1.3p on Monday to more than 3p on Wednesday.
UK retail investors are 'increasingly bullish' about the prospects for UK and US markets once upcoming election results have been decided, research from Charles Schwab UK says.
The US Federal Reserve, which is chaired by Jerome Powell (pictured), is expected to shelve any rate cut plans following the latest inflation figures.
Choosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best.
Pension freedoms mean retirees can now invest their savings how they like rather than buy a stingy annuity. But what do you need to consider and plan ahead for when funding retirement this way?
Gold has been on a bumper rally since the start of last month following purchases by various central banks, with 64 net metric tonnes bought in January and February alone.
Looking to raise £7.5 million, institutions, family offices, and high net-worth investors were willing to commit £22 million to the helium explorer
There are some experts who believe the time may be right for investors to think outside of these big world leaders and look elsewhere for value. Among them is T Rowe.
UK-listed trusts are forced by leftover EU rules, implemented by the Financial Conduct Authority, to declare charges far higher than savers pay in reality.
Michael Summersgill says the market could also be helped by providing people with support in making investments, rather than focusing on general financial education.
Hilary Kennedy, founder of vegan meal kit maker Planthood, took to LinkedIn to accuse rival Simmer of using footage from her pitch in the Den last year.
Movements in the gold price are a good indicator of fear, not just about inflation, but also about the ability of society to hold together.
The publicity surrounding Thames Water is having a wider effect, encouraging some investors to seek out companies that are endeavouring to improve supply and environmental standards.
Pessimistic economists argue that inflation has not been tamed, either in the UK or in the US. And they claim it could stage a comeback - in a second wave.
Boss Ken Murphy said the company is set to rake in £2.75billion in profits - an upgrade of £50m.
Someone who invested their full Isa allowance in a global tracker on the first day of the tax year for the past decade would have made £360,500, compared with £322,500 if they left it to the la...
Frontier spiked to a year-to-date high after Shore Capital upgraded its stock recommendation from a hold to a buy.
I've not made the mistake of opting for the safety but lower returns of cash, but I have plenty of others to confess. In 25 years of Isa mistakes, here are a few that I've made.
The precious metal, which is seen as a safe asset to invest in during times of economic turmoil, reached $2,304 in early trading before slipping back.
Investors in the UK piled £6.69billion into North American equity funds since December 2023, Calastone's latest Fund Flow Index showed.
Our reader Mr H is one of the lucky few with an Isa worth over £1m and has shared how he became an Isa millionaire and his top tips for increasing your pot.
Fund boss Gervais Williams believes a combination of rate cuts, economic recovery, and the end of globalisation, could spark a revival in the UK stock market.
Schroder Reit has been hit hard by widespread antipathy towards the property sector. But at 42p, the stock is a buy, while generous dividends add to its appeal.
Should ETC's bid go through, shareholders will secure a tasty spring bonus but the stock market may lose another strong company. Wake up London!
Midas recommended Michelmersh in 2015, when they were 70.5p. Today, they are £1.04. There is plenty of room for further gains.
The British Isa will offer the chance to invest £5,000 a year tax free in UK assets, on top of the existing allowance to put £20,000 in cash or shares - home or overseas - in each tax year.
Millions of us deposit our money into our banks' cash Isa accounts - but might we end up with more if we invested it in the banks themselves instead?
Income funds and dividend-paying stocks continue to be popular among investors this year as they look for steady returns. Experts give their top picks for income-seeking investors.
As activists scan the market for their next prey, boards should contemplate what they can do to make their business less vulnerable.
City bosses told us the main political parties must include a pledge to ditch a levy on buying British shares in their manifestos ahead of the General Election.
Whispers hears the Treasury is considering pulling out all the stops in a marketing blitz to spread the word that it intends to sell shares to individual investors.
We must see a stop to this corrosive tax and allow the London market to recover its position and support the growth of the UK as the best place to do business.
It's the question that has everyone scratching their heads as they approach retirement: how can you make your pension savings go the furthest.
We have calculated how much you would need to save every month to help your children achieve the most important rites of passage.
The new tax year starting from 6 April will bring with it a slew of changes to your personal finances, from tax to pensions, Isas, household bills and more.
The arrival of Nelson Peltz and Paul Singer suggests that UK markets are undervalued and that these activists could spur yet more action.
The opportunity to be a small-time venture capitalist is one of the reasons why I have put a small amount into Scottish Mortgage each month for more than a decade.
Isa inventors could give their Isas a boost of up to £2,000 for transferring their Isa to Fidelity before the end of the tax year.
Whether you are starting from scratch, have an established strategy in place, or are looking to fine tune or reshape your portfolio, we have rounded up ideas for a huge variety of themes and styl...
It's human nature to be curious about what our neighbours are doing - and investors are no exception.
Stockbroker AJ Bell will cut dealing charges on its platform and increase the interest it pays on cash balances from April.
Pensions and Isas are the most powerful tools for building a nest egg - and each boosts the potential of your savings in a different way.
EGT's breeding could not be better. It is from the stable of Cathal Friel, the entrepreneur who helped build and sell Amryt Pharma for just shy of $1.5 billion.
Since a peak in November 2021, Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares have fallen some 40% as higher interest rates triggered a tech sell-off.
HSBC said that only 38% of adults invested some of their cash, with stocks and shares the most popular way to do it.
The UK's most dedicated Isa investors have built up pots worth over £11m, overtaking the UK's biggest pension pot.
There is much not to like about activist investors. Not least the use of the use of complex financial instruments to bully listed companies into change.
The Granolas are GlaxoSmithKline, Roche, ASML, Nestle, Novartis, Novo Nordisk, L'Oreal, LVMH, AstraZeneca, SAP and Sanofi , but why are investors being told to pay attention to them.
Deciding which fund to invest in can be a challenge when managing your own portfolio. Expert Tom Stevenson explains what information to look for and where when selecting investments.
Managed since launch 18 years ago by Peter Hewitt, the trust offers investors two portfolios - one income-orientated and the other growth-driven.
The shares have risen 35 per cent since Midas recommended them. But, at £1.65, the stock deserves to go higher. An attractive prospect for new and existing shareholders.
Technology firms are often associated with Silicon Valley but the UK is in the vanguard too and Beeks exemplifies the breed. At £1.73p, the shares are a buy.
Nostalgia for a bygone age is behind the popularity of some of its rarest steam-powered motors, which have risen as much as eight-fold in price over the past few years.
In it, the power producer said it sourced 8 million tonnes of wood from around the world and burned 6 million in 2023.
A pleasing set of preliminary results sent 'geospatial' software provider IQGeo Group shares on an upward trajectory this week. In fact, they hit an all-time high of 414p.
It should be said right away that this idea of picking up potential flaws in a new treatment early on, before an asset hits the clinic, requires something akin to a crystal ball.
Anyone wanting to save a deposit to buy their first home should consider putting money into a Lifetime Isa - and earn a 25 per cent bonus on contributions.
Although it is too early to assess whether a recent transformation will result in enhanced returns for shareholders, the new managers are confident that the refresh will be to the benefit of inve...
Whispers hears that European Green Transition will announce its intention to list on junior market AIM within days.
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is campaigning to persuade Shein to list its shares in the UK. This is certainly one to watch.
Investment trusts have interesting quirks and features that mean careful research is important in order to fully understand what you are buying, says Ryan Hughes of AJ Bell.
Small-cap advanced materials engineering group Versarien had a week worth celebrating with a gamut of fresh international licensing agreements announced to the public.
The music fund saw its shares plunge to an all-time low last week after it slashed the value of its portfolio by a quarter.
'For the first three years there is no visible activity to show the plant is growing,' Ghosh explains. 'Then suddenly, in year four it shoots up to 80 feet tall.'
Managers Ailsa Craig and Marek Poszepczynski are optimistic the bear market in biotech stocks that has played out under their watch is now over.
Investors eyeing the US are likely to be torn between the fear of missing out and the fear of buying at the peak.
Companies are delivering world-beating progress in many sectors - but they are battling for recognition.
Challenger Energy shares immediately reacted to the company's newly improved proposition, with the price more than doubling with the news that Chevron will now lead its exploration project offsho...
The move to get investors to 'buy British' will extend the Isa allowance from the current £20,000, and is expected to appeal to people who already max out their £20,000 limit.
The Chancellor confirmed that the Government will conduct the NatWest retail share offer in the summer at the earliest opportunity, subject to fair value.
The price of gold reached a record high as hopes mount for a US rate cut this summer, following weaker-than-expected economic data published last week.
Twice a year Bestinvest names and shames underperforming investment funds, with its 'Spot the Dog' report revealing which funds belong in the dog house.
The modus operandi behind the fund is to identify companies that are likely to dominate the corporate world in the next decade - and then invest in them big time.
At £50.20, Bank of Georgia has proved a rewarding investment over the past decade but there is more to come for new and existing shareholders.
Boss Stephen Newton is certainly motivated to deliver results. At £5.50, the shares are a buy.
Other major countries invest pension pots far more heavily in domestic firms and it's time for Britain to take radical steps to do the same, according to the former Pensions Minister.
The pieces are being sold as one lot by auctioneer Whitton & Laing with a £10,000 estimate. Fascination in historical crimes is reflected in the value of related artefacts.
Ladies and gentlemen, its time has come - bring on the patriotic Great British Isa and let's get investing in OUR country, says Jeff Prestridge.
Doom-mongering warnings about the risks of investing are deterring women from saving more money and have become an unnecessary barrier, a new study has found.
Readers may remember the colourful saga of Enochian Biosciences. It was an embarrassing moment for the business.
This recovery was driven by the semiconductor stock boom, but also by a diverse range of other more fundamental factors. I am betting on Japan making up for lost time.
Each month, we speak with a senior fund or investment manager and puts them to task with quick-fire questions about where they would invest right now.
SMALL CAP IDEA: A case in point is C4X Discovery , which has two licensing agreements under its belt with blue-chip partners, has sold an asset and, crucially, is funded for the foreseeable futur...
Although the board is tight-lipped, it would be a major surprise if shareholders were not rewarded with a healthy final quarterly dividend payment, notching up another year of income growth.
The shake-up follows defections and snubs from firms opting for New York over the City. Some of the changes have already caught the eye of Quantum, a candidate for a London float.
The firm has been good to shareholders over the past two years but further gains are on the cards. For investors in search of income, the shares should prove rewarding at £5.14.
At 51p, the shares seem oblivious to this firm's expertise and future prospects. A long-term buy.
IAG needs to get its act together, but that is possibly a task too big for a company that has shown time and time again just how unreliable it can be.
This is partly motivated by fears of accusations of 'greenwashing' - making false claims of eco-virtue.
There is almost certainly more upside in the shares. But the journey is likely to be marked by the thrills and spills of a 1990s video game.
Corporates are shunning dividends in favour of buybacks to return capital to shareholders. Some estimates suggest around half of companies on the main market have bought back shares.
Frasers , which alongside Sports Direct has stakes in boohoo, Currys and Asos, upped its ownership stake in Hornby - whose products are already stocked in Frasers-owned GAME stores.
Abrdn, which carried out the survey, points out property and pensions are not mutually exclusive investments. Find out what its research reveals about people's saving habits and attitudes...
Global government bond markets are vast and affect everyone who pays tax, saves or invests. We unscramble the jargon used by industry insiders to help everyone else fathom what's going on.
With the help of investment platform AJ Bell, we pitted six portfolios against each other, each with a different popular strategy. So which one did best?
Put simply, Grosvenor's products and systems help companies and organisations provide secure and safe work environments.
It also pays shareholders an income linked to the growth in the trust's assets. In simple terms, if the assets increase in value, shareholders see their dividends boosted.
Shares in AB Dynamics have risen more than sevenfold in the past nine years and now might be a good time to take some profit.
Companies such as Synectics are proof that the UK can punch above its weight in technology. At £1.80, Synectics is a business worth backing.
Tesco is a traditional player adapting to cater for those who shop online, but also for those who like the convenience of buying in a bricks and mortar store.
The bar has been set high after chief executive Jensen Huang said the group expects to post sales of £16billion for the final three months of 2023.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently announced his intention for school pupils to learn maths to age 18. What would a real-world curriculum to help youngsters understand personal finance look like...
Many people could benefit from one-time help over some aspect of their finances, and this need not tie you into a long-term relationship with an adviser.
Some older workers have discovered to their horror that they are sitting on huge losses right on the brink of retirement. Here's what you need to know about pension lifestyling...
If you are interested in buying shares or know more about unearthing good companies and valuing them, read our guide to share investing.
Investment fund names are often a baffling mixture of impressive but vague words, which mean little to people who aren't already clued up on financial jargon. We explain what these terms really m...
There's no getting around it, you need do some homework and maths if you're thinking of buying shares. But which sums are the most useful to investors?
All I get from my adviser is an annual review where they tell me not to do anything with the pension. Can I manage it myself? Veteran money expert Henry Tapper replies.
Followers of FIRE live frugally and invest aggressively in their 20s and 30s in pursuit of early retirement. We ask money experts how easy it is is to stick to, and when plans might get derailed.
Homeowners with a mortgage face an ongoing financial dilemma - use any excess cash to pay down the debt or invest instead?
Asset allocation sounds dull but it matters. We explain how to allocate your portfolio based on how much risk you want to take.
Many are at risk of hasty blunders like selling and putting money in a current or savings account, missing out on tax breaks - or even holding onto old share certificates for sentimental reasons.
Tom Stevenson, investment director at Fidelity International, explains what you can learn from a balance sheet using drinks giant Britvic as his test case.
We put this question to three top investing experts and their answers were six, 12, and a few dozen... However, they did all add essentially the same rider, 'it depends'.
A well-run company is likely to perform better and avoid errors and scandal, but judging this can be a tough task for individual investors. We explain how to sift the evidence.
What actually happens to your pension when you retire, and how can you make the most of what you've got?