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Are we in a Bull Trap or a New Unprecedented Cyclical Rally?
Many seasoned investors are scratching their heads in some confusion. In the past week, President Trump has renewed his tariff war threats on allies. Yet, unlike the jarring financial reaction recorded in April, stock markets around the world kept their near-vertical ascent. In the last few sessions, amidst the summer heat the UK FTSE 100
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In this review, we explain how much Hargreaves Lansdown charges for investment trusts, where to find out what they think are the best ones to invest in and if you trust HL with your investments. Expert opinion: Hargreaves Lansdown full review You may also be interested in: WiseAlpha’s latest crowdfunding round surpasses £350,000 target Is
Are MEME stocks making a comeback?
US Equities Surged on new Tariffs Deadline and Multi-trillion Tax Cuts Stock markets are said to have short memories. The tariff chaos was disremembered a short while ago. But as the deadline (to higher tariffs) looms, memories of that unpleasant episode are flooding back. And just like before, political postures are immediately angled to maximise
With U.S. Tariffs in Question, Are Chindia Stocks the Next Big Opportunity?
Reciprocal Tariff Deadline looms… The clock is ticking down to President Trump’s tariff deadline, which is set to expire on 9 July. Back in April, days after the so-called Liberation Day, President Trump noted the mayhem in financial markets and quickly paused the imposition of higher tariffs on the rest of the world. The delay
How To Invest In The S&P 500 From The UK
To invest in the S&P 500 from the UK you need an investment account that offers access to US shares, ETFs or SPX derivatives like Interactive Brokers, eToro or IG. This is because all the different ways to invest in the Standard & Poors 500 index are denominated in USD. In this guide, we will
Best Travel Money Exchange Rates Compared & Reviewed
If you need travel money and want to order it online, our research shows that Morrisons supermarket currently offers the best rates for buying foreign currency in the UK. In this guide, we compare travel money exchange rates and explain all of the main ways you can buy travel money. It can help save you
FCA & XTB Issue Warning About “XTB Online” Scam Clone Websites
The FCA has issued a warning about an XTB clone website, “XTB Online“. Analysts show that the fake xtbonline.com website has been a clone offering trading bots since early 2023, and that the site was advertised online further back in 2020. The FCA said that XTB Online which claims to be operating from One Canada
Is Ostin Technology Group Co ( NASDAQ- OST) a scam?
A reader asks: Ostin Technology Group Co( NASDAQ- OST) I have invested in this volatile fund which is going up continuously, the company credentials are not perfect . Is there inside trading with this stock or is it a lump and dump ‘one – as it sounds too good to be true? I have set
TILLIT fund investing platform founded by Felicia Hjertman shuts down
TILLIT, the UK-based fund investment platform founded by former Baillie Gifford fund manager Felicia Hjertman, has announced it is closing. The investing platform, known for its curated fund universe and focus on simplifying investing, is no longer accepting new customers and has begun the process of helping existing users transfer their investments elsewhere. In a
What is a Private Pension? Personal Pensions Explained
What is a private pension? A private pension is your investments and savings that you manage yourself for your retirement. The key benefit of saving into a private pension is tax relief. Contributions receive 25% tax relief for those on the basic rate, and they are free from inheritance tax if you start accessing your
Capital.com Boosts EU Client Protection with $1 Million Insurance Cover
Online trading platform Capital.com has announced a major enhancement to its client protection framework, introducing a new insurance scheme that offers coverage of up to $1 million for retail clients in the EU, Norway, and Liechtenstein. The scheme, underwritten by Lloyd’s of London, took effect on 1 June 2025 and provides added reassurance in the
How to report a financial scam
If you believe you have seen or been victim to a financial sca,m you should report it to Action Fraud, National Cyber Security Centre, the FCA or the serious Fraud Office immediately. The more people that report scams the fewer people may lose money. Our research shows that less than 20% of people who are
Three ways to invest in property with little or no money in the UK
The best way to invest in property when you only have a little money is to buy a REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust) which are shares that have exposure to the property market. You can buy these through investment platforms like Hargreaves Lansdown, AJ Bell or interactive investor. In this guide, we will explain what
How to invest in stocks for beginners with little money
The easiest way to start investing in the UK if you only have a little bit of money is to use a robo-advisor like Wealthify, Moneyfarm or IG Smart Portfolios. They are great for beginners because you can buy into a pre-made diversified portfolio that is managed by a professional with low account fees. If,
Rising geopolitical tensions prompt buying of safe haven assets: Gold, Silver and Swiss Franc
Events in the Middle East are steaming ahead by the hour, though not necessarily in the right direction. In executing Operation ‘Midnight Hammer’ over the weekend, the US had acted in the belief that some Iranian facilities were building destructive weapons. The latest military strikes in Iran, which were partly carried out with the powerful
The Smarter Web Company: Should You Follow Hargreaves Lansdown Investors And Buy Shares?
How to buy shares in The Smarter Web Company You can buy shares in The Smarter Web Company via several UK investment platforms including Hargreaves Lansdown, Interactive Investor, and IG. Note that it is not available on every platform right now due to the fact that it is listed on the Aquis Exchange and not
Can you get a Roth IRA in the UK?
What is a Roth IRA in the UK? You cannot get A Roth IRA in the UK. A Roth IRA (Individual Retirement Account) in the United States allows individuals to contribute after-tax income, with the benefit of tax-free withdrawals in retirement. While the UK doesn’t have a direct one-to-one equivalent, it offers several tax-advantaged accounts