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Could SpaceX propel Scottish Mortgage Trust (SMT LN) to the moon?
Scottish Mortgage Trust has already outperformed major US indices this year, but its biggest catalyst could still lie ahead. With SpaceX potentially heading for the largest IPO in history and AI exposure through Anthropic, our expert analysis explores whether SMT’s technology-heavy portfolio can continue climbing, or whether expectations are already fully priced in. … to
Are Tesla shares worth buying as Optimus humanoid robots move closer to production?
Tesla has already delivered spectacular returns for investors, but can the stock keep climbing from here? With EV growth slowing and competition intensifying, the company’s future may depend on ambitious new technologies such as humanoid robots and self-driving cars. Our analysis examines the bullish case, the bear risks, and what investors should consider today. …
IG Offering £50 Bonus for New Junior ISA Accounts: Here’s How to Get It!
IG is offering £50 to new Junior ISA (JISA) customers who open an account with code IGJISA and place a £50+ trade by 30 June, 2026. At least one open position must be held in the JISA until the end of 30 September, 2026. The offer is only available to UK residents aged 18+ who
IG Voted Best Trading Platform 2026
IG has been voted Best Trading Platform 2026 at the Good Money Guide Trading Awards, with traders praising its market coverage, platform reliability and professional-grade tools. The Good Money Guide Awards combine verified customer feedback with expert analysis to identify the providers delivering the best overall experience for traders and investors. All customer votes can
Investa Voted Best Options Trading App 2026
Investa has been voted Best Options Trading App 2026 at the Good Money Guide Trading Awards, with users praising its simplicity, innovation and commission-free access to options trading. The Good Money Guide Awards are based on customer feedback, votes and reviews and are free to enter. Investa received the most votes from options traders and
Gold vs The S&P 500: The Truth About Real Returns
In this week’s analysis, we look at why stock market strength may be misleading when measured against Gold, and how investors should diversify to prepare for potential market instability rather than chasing late-cycle gains. Why are equities ignoring the oil shock? In last week’s Macro, I pondered the strange rally in equities and a calamitous
CMC Markets Voted Best Spread Betting Broker 2026
CMC Markets has been voted Best Spread Betting Broker 2026 at the Good Money Guide Trading Awards, with customers highlighting its reliability, tight spreads and powerful trading platform. The Good Money Guide Awards are based on real user feedback and votes, and to win, providers must consistently deliver on pricing, platform performance, market access and
Capital.com Voted Best CFD Trading Platform 2026
Capital.com has been voted Best CFD Trading Platform 2026 at the Good Money Guide Trading Awards, after customers praised its fast execution, intuitive interface and strong trading tools. The Good Money Guide Awards are decided based on customer votes, where winners must show genuine customer satisfaction, strong platform quality, fair pricing and reliable service. All
Has risk sentiment swung too far?
In this week’s global macro analysis, we look at the divergence between growth and value stocks as the market continues to trade at all-time highs. We also highlight a key value play as investors ask whether now is the time to take a more defensive stance in their portfolios. Over the last three weeks, risk
Invest For The Future Campaign Needs To Ban Stamp Duty
There is a massive problem with trying to encourage people in the UK to invest, and that is, when they start investing, they are not going to invest in the UK, they are going to invest in the US. If the Treasury really wants the Invest For The Future Campaign to succeed, they need to
Green Energy Stocks to Watch: Lithium, Wind and Hydrogen Plays
Another dramatic week for financial markets. A fragile ceasefire was announced last week, but simmering tensions along the Strait of Hormuz remain. While many were hoping for a complete ceasefire, the gulf between the two sides remains far apart. A deal is still elusive for the White House. But the Iranian conflict has also revealed
Capital.com to use AI to improve trader decision-making
Capital.com is exploring how artificial intelligence can be used to improve the quality of trader decision-making, as its UK CEO Rupert Osborne joined policymakers and industry leaders at a House of Lords summit on the future of AI in the economy. Capital.com’s use of AI goes back to it’s very roots, when I interviewed their
Saxo Launches Elite for £5m Plus Accounts
Saxo has launched a new premium service level, Saxo Elite, aimed at high-value clients who want more than just a trading platform. “Elite” is designed for sophisticated investors and active traders, offering a more personalised and responsive experience as markets become increasingly complex. What is Saxo Elite? Saxo Elite is a relationship-driven service model layered
Get up to £300 in shares when you invest at least £300 with IG
IG is offering new customers up to £300 in free shares as part of a latest push to attract investors, alongside its commission-free investing proposition. £300 in welcome bonus shares IG is giving new clients between £40 and £300 in bonus shares when they open an account and invest at least £300. IG is also
2026 Easter Chartbook: 14 Stocks & Indices To Brighten Your Day
Risk On? Spring is in the air. As the sky brightens up, so is market sentiment. Hope, as they say, springs eternal. While Iranian-energy-politics still hog depressing headlines, under the radar, a wide swathe of equity instruments are flying. Perhaps many investors suspect that the “mother of all TACOs” is about to lift the market.
How to invest in Anthropic
Anthropic is quickly becoming one of the biggest names in the AI space. Today, its Claude platform is capable of autonomously executing complex, multi-step projects from start to finish, meaning that it is fundamentally redefining what knowledge work, business operations, and software development look like. Wondering how to invest in Anthropic? We look at your
Does XTB offer MT4, MT5 from Metaquotes?
No, XTB does not offer the MT4, MT5 MetaQuotes platforms; instead, the broker offers access to its own xStation 5 platform. XTB used to offer MT4 and MT5 with access to around 2,100 markets, but as the trading platform has switched focus to a more multi-asset investment platform, it now only allows clients to trade
eToro Alternatives & Competitors For 2026
Unfortunately, there’s no FCA-regulated eToro alternative that offers copy trading. But if you want someone else to manage your money, you can use a robo advisor or wealth manager. Who are eToro’s Biggest Competitors? eToro is on its way to being one of the biggest brokers in the world. It has amassed an almost cult