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Looking for Isa season ideas? Load up on investment trusts
Sponsored Investment trusts have had a poor start to the year. But, while there are still plenty of risks, there are plenty of opportunities too. Max King looks at the sectors to buy.
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Who will pay for the cost of living crisis?
Analysis The cost of living is rising fast. You may be expecting the chancellor to use his spring Budget to help ease it. But you’re likely to be disappointed, says John Stepek. Here’s why.
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The Bank of England has raised interest rates – but with some reluctance
Analysis As expected, the Bank of England raised interest rates yesterday – but not with any enthusiasm. John Stepek explains why, and what rising rates mean for your money.
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The stockmarket rebound has nothing to do with Ukraine or the Federal Reserve
Analysis Stockmarkets bounced yesterday after the Fed raised interest rates and hopes of peace in Ukraine rose. But more relevant was what happened in China. John Stepek explains why.
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Commodities boomed – now they’ve busted. What comes next for commodity prices??
Analysis Commodities from gold to oil have fallen dramatically after weeks of strong gains. Dominic Frisby looks at what might be next for commodity prices.
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What’s happened to the small-cap effect?
Sponsored Small-cap stocks have traditionally outperformed their blue-chip cousins. But is this still true today? Max King looks at their performance, and the advantages of investing in small-cap-focused investment trusts
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How to invest in Latin America: the emerging market that’s had a surprisingly good year
Tips Latin American stocks have done well this year while markets elsewhere have struggled. John Stepek looks at the region's performance and picks the best ways to invest.
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Mining stocks have been great investments this year – but is it time to sell?
Analysis Markets have not had a good start to 2022 – with the exception of mining stocks. John Stepek asks if the sector has further to go, or if you should take profits while the going is good.
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Stockmarkets bounced strongly yesterday – have we been saved from a bear market?
Analysis Stockmarkets rose sharply yesterday after suffering big falls in recent weeks – but that doesn’t mean we've hit a bottom, says John Stepek. Here’s what’s going on.
