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If you’re looking to build wealth for retirement, contributing to a Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) is a smart idea. With these pension accounts – which allow you to choose how your retirement savings are invested – contributions come with tax relief and your savings can grow free of tax. Interested to learn how much wealth

Gold ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds) have become increasingly popular over the last fifteen years or so. Most ETFs offer a form of tracking or passive investments that aims to replicate a market return, or get as close to it as they can.  Here we look at the top ten best gold ETFs. ETFs were initially

This year’s ISA allowance reset on the 6th April 2025, which means you have another £20,000 that can be invested with tax-free profits. But, if you’re thinking of putting money into an ISA (Individual Savings Account) to save or invest tax-efficiently, it’s important to be aware of the different ISA allowances. These dictate how much

Market uncertainty and tariff risks suggest now may not be ideal for broad stock buying. Some strong stocks look oversold, offering potential long-term value for selective investors. The best strategy could be to build a watchlist and wait for stability or positive policy shifts. What Just Happened on ‘Liberation Day’? In early April, the US

Government bonds, like UK Gilts and US Treasuries, are traditionally considered the safest investments. Cash is also seen as a safe haven, especially in uncertain times, offering capital preservation and liquidity. Fixed-term savings accounts offer a safer alternative with slightly better returns. Investing is a trade-off between risk and reward; the higher the risk an

When it comes to investing, most of us aren’t just focused on the returns. In fact, 81% of us want our money to make a positive difference in the world, according to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). But how do you make sure your money is doing good, not harm? Leave it in cash, and

BYD is one of the biggest names in the electric vehicle (EV) industry right now. In 2024, the Chinese car manufacturer sold approximately 1.8 million EVs – roughly the same number as Tesla sold. Can you buy shares in BYD? Absolutely. Here’s how. Who is BYD? Founded in 1995, BYD is a Chinese multinational manufacturing