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Which US Presidents have been best for the stock market?
This analysis and data looks at which US presidents have been best for the stock markets. We have compared the performance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 against presidential terms of office over the past 100 years. Presidents come and go. But they all leave indelible marks on markets. In just
Failed launch of retail prop trading firm highlights sector risks
A retail prop trading start-up, Ascetic Capital, has shut down after just one week after making only four sales. In a 3 December post on X (formerly Twitter), the firm revealed its failure to meet “even the most modest expectations” after its launch in November led to a breach of contract with its investors. Its
Coinbase’s Apple Pay integration is another green light for crypto as Bitcoin tops $100,000
Coinbase has enabled Apple Pay, allowing for immediate conversions between fiat currencies such as dollars and pounds and crypto currencies. The new feature is accessible through Coinbase Onramp, which facilitates fiat payments for eligible users of the Coinbase app. In a statement announcing the update on 2 December, Coinbase said it would make for “a
Moneyfarm rivals Nutmeg with 160,000 clients following Willis Owen acquisition
Moneyfarm has acquired investment platform Willis Owen, with the deal set to bring its managed portfolios to more than 160,000 clients in total. In a statement announcing the deal the digital wealth firm said it is set to manage more than £5 billion in assets after the transaction is completed in early 2025. This puts
Wealth managers’ war with robo-advisors see model portfolio fees fall by half
Model portfolio fees have been reduced by nearly half in just three years, bringing them in line with robo advisers and investment platforms, as the wealth managers that use them face increasing cost pressure. Consultancy NextWealth’s latest MPS (model portfolio service) Proposition Comparison Report has found the average total cost to clients for these offerings
Is this new deal going to transform Greatland Gold’s share price?
Greatland Gold’s share price GGP.LN is attracting a lot of attention right now; perhaps that’s not too surprising given that it has risen by more than +15.0% over the last month to trade more than +41.0% above its recent lows. Greatland has always been focused on exploring and developing copper and gold assets in Western
Is the Pets at Home share price crash an opportunity?
The Pets at Home (PETS:LON) share price has tanked recently. Currently, shares in the UK pet care business can be snapped up for 240p – about 22% below the closing price on 7 November. Is there an opportunity here for value investors? Let’s take a look. Pets at Home: the business Pets at Home is
IG fees slashed as broker sets zero commission for US stocks
IG fees have been significantly reduced across several of the broker’s share dealing services. Among other changes, the trading and investment platform now charges no commission on the trading of US stocks, where it previously charged £10. It also now charges no commission on the trading of European or Australian shares, where it previously charged
Why investors should believe in the Santa Rally in 2024
The ‘Santa Rally’ describes the bullish sentiment that bubbles up at the end of a calendar year. In this analysis, we look at the best stocks and markets to buy during the Santa Rally period, what has happened in the past and what may happen to the markets during the 2024 Santa Rally period. As
FCA crypto survey highlights need for clearer rules amid confusion
Around a third of the British public falsely believes they could raise a complaint with the FCA if something goes wrong with a cryptocurrency investment. That is according to the results of a YouGov survey commissioned by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), which also found awareness of crypto has risen to 93% from 91% one
Best Cryptocurrency Exchanges Compared & Reviewed
Use our reviews and comparison table of the best Cryptocurrency exchanges regulated in the UK. You can compare accounts costs, minimum deposit and the number of cryptocurrencies on offer. Plus the different ways to buy and sell cryptocurrencies on exchange. Please Note: Investing in cryptocurrencies through a cryptocurrency exchange is very high risk, and there
Moneyfarm relaunches free advised portfolio review service
Moneyfarm has relaunched its portfolio review service, which allows investors to speak to an adviser to get a better understanding of their investments. In an email announcing the update, the digital wealth manager stated the free service is intended to give its customers a “holistic overview” of their investment positions. The session offers a breakdown
Can Rolls Royce’s Rally Roll On?
This analysis covers how Rolls Royce, under transformative leadership, is soaring back to profitability with groundbreaking innovations and ambitious goals, despite challenges like Boeing delays and critical supply chain issues. Rolls Royce is one of Britain’s premier engineering companies, with a world-class presence in aerospace, defence and power systems. In the firm’s own words “it’s
What is the best crypto to invest in?
Bitcoin is trying to break through all-time highs (again) and I’m glad I bought some when I was reviewing the Coinbase cryptocurrency platform last year. It’s turned out to be one of my more profitable reviews. But aside from Bitcoin, what are the best cryptocurrencies to invest in? In this guide we take a look
InvestEngine challenges robo-advisers with low-cost Lifeplan portfolios
ETF-investing platform InvestEngine has launched a range of fully managed investment portfolios it has named Lifeplans, putting the firm in competition with robo-advisers like Nutmeg, Moneyfarm and Wealthify. Each of the new five-risked rated Lifeplans invests in a range of exchange‑traded funds and charges a yearly management fee of 0.25%, among the lowest on the
Why Blue Whale’s Stephen Yiu is swapping out Microsoft & AI splurgers for tech infrastructure
Stephen Yiu is increasingly bearish on big tech companies spending a lot of money to win the AI race, preferring instead to buy into technology infrastructure stocks that are on the receiving end of this wave of cash. This view has been reflected in recent changes to the portfolio of the star investor’s Blue Whale
The End Of Trading Places Explained: Why The Dukes Went Bust
Ever wondered how realistic the financial chaos in Trading Places is and what really happened at the end? In this guide (along with a reaction video) I explain the iconic film’s financial scenes, the trading strategy behind Valentine and Winthorpe’s win and the Dukes’ catastrophic loss. I also break down the finer details, from margin
Lightyear’s direct FCA authorisation is good news for clients
UK clients of Lightyear are set to become protected by the £85,000 Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) guarantee on bank deposits, after the investment app was authorised by the UK regulator. UK accounts with the firm will be migrated to Lightyear UK, which has now received the direct authorisation of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).