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Buy Russia – it’s cheap
Opinion If you want to make money investing, you need to buy stocks when they’re cheap. And right now, says Dominic Frisby, there’s nowhere cheaper than Russia. Here’s how to play it.
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UK inflation is now running at 8% a year – how much worse will it get?
Analysis On one measure, UK inflation has hit 8% a year – and it’s likely to get worse before it gets better. John Stepek looks for light at the end of the tunnel, and explains what it all means for your money.
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What does the Russian threat to Ukraine mean for markets?
Analysis A Russian invasion of Ukraine could be imminent, experts tell us. John Stepek looks at how war can affect financial markets, and whether you should adjust your portfolio.
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The cost of living crisis is global – US inflation just hit another 40-year high
Analysis With US inflation running at 7.5%, it’s clear that the cost of living crisis is not confined to the UK. John Stepek looks at the likely reaction from governments and central banks, and what it means for you.
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How will the cost of living squeeze affect house prices in the UK?
Analysis UK house prices rose by around 10% last year. But with inflation and interest rates on the rise, can that continue in 2022?
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How to invest in copper, the most useful metal in the world
Analysis Copper may have a useful role to play in the green transition. Dominic Frisby explains how investors can get exposure to copper.
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UK stocks should cope with rising interest rates better than other markets
Analysis Central banks are turning hawkish and raising interest rates. John Stepek looks at what that means for both long duration and short duration assets.
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The strong US jobs report is good news for the economy, but not so much for markets
Analysis January's US jobs report came in much stronger than anyone was expecting, with 467,000 new jobs added to the economy. But things might not be quite as rosy as they seem, says John Stepek. Here's why.
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Nature is healing – government bond yields are turning positive again
Analysis Negative bond yields are finally coming to an end as central banks change tack. But can the markets cope? John Stepek looks at what might come next.
