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The Smarter Web Company opened on London's main market on Tuesday in a shower of orange and black confetti, as the firm's boss reaffirmed his FTSE 100ambitions. read

A recovery in Britain's manufacturing sector has failed to boost jobs as firms cut staff for the 15th month in a row. read

The company is keeping its listings on the London Stock Exchange - where it is the second-largest firm in the FTSE 100 with a value of £215bn - and in Stockholm. read

And ChatGPT maker OpenAI is planning a blockbuster £700billion float this year, as the appetite for US listings also heats up. read

Savers who use a Lifetime Isa to build their retirement pot will bear the brunt of changes being considered by the Government to the Lifetime Isa. read

We are campaigning for all FTSE 100 firms to hold face-to-face annual meetings in the UK. read

The dollar rose after Donald Trump named Warsh as the next chairman of the US central bank. read

The choice of Warsh can end one of the grisliest embarassments of Donald Trump's second presidency. read

But I do expect something serious to happen on Kevin Warsh's watch, and we in Britain will get caught in the backwash. read

This is the week when investors in the Magnificent Seven of US tech need to wake up to the dangers of the conflict between these US tech titans for supremacy in artificial intelligence (AI). read

The property was searched by Italian financial police, the Guardia Di Finanza, a fortnight ago. read

Do you have a money question for one of our star experts and columnists? They all have a wealth of experience and knowledge they are keen to share. read

The manager of the GSCT is convinced good times are around the corner for the asset class he has been investing in professionally for the past 19 years. read

Its emphasis is on finding successful investments outside of the big Asian tech firms which attract most attention from investors. read

According to Nicholas Weindling, who manages the UK's biggest stock market-listed Japanese investment trust, the country has seldom been so investible. read

Choosing the right investing platform is crucial but a wealth of choice can leave investors scratching their heads. We pick some of the best. read

My investment platform has offered me a premium package. This comes with extra features but at a hefty monthly cost. read

Fund managers are pivoting away from America's mega-cap stocks but where are they choosing to invest instead? read

The rally - prompted by a flight to safety amid waning appetite for the US dollar - meant the gold price has gained nearly $1,000, or 23%, so far this year. read

Ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange yesterday was first lady Melania Trump, framed behind a huge screen shot of the documentary 'Melania'. read

Fed chief Jerome Powell shrugged off intensifying pressure from the President who has laid siege to the central bank with his demands for cuts. read

The boss of Cisco Systems says says AI could follow similar path to the dotcom bubble. read

The S&P 500 - stuffed full of US corporate titans from Nvidia and Apple to ExxonMobil and Boeing - rose over the 7,000 mark for the first time. read

Gold stormed past the $5,000 an ounce mark for the first time today as global upheaval sent investors to the apparent safety of precious metals. read

Gold lost its formal role as part of the monetary system long ago. Richard Nixon signed the death warrant in 1971 when the US ended the gold backing for the dollar. read

The platform could become more expensive for those who only hold shares and don't trade frequently, especially within a general investment account. read

We test the commission-free platform to help do-it-yourself investors decide whether it's the right one for them. read

It has been a torrid few days for stock markets as fears of a trade war between the US and its major European trading partners rose - and then de-escalated. read

This global market is worth about $19billion, but it is predicted to reach $36.7billion by 2034 because these elements are used in electric vehicles, microchips and much else. read

Primark, which counts singer Rita Ora (pictured) as an ambassador, blamed weaker sales over the key Christmas period on a ­'difficult clothing market'. read

I'm all for parents - and grandparents - doing their bit to demonstrate to kids and grandchildren the value of long-term saving. read

US dollar weakness is wiping out a lot of the gains UK investors have got used to enjoying from the world's biggest and most dynamic economy. read

Donald Trump's retreat over Greenland may have come too late to reverse growing global disenchantment with the American dollar. read

With geopoliical drama aplenty, the US dollar has taken a knock - what does that mean for investors in the UK? read

The fund manager is ditching UK equities worth around £1.85billion from the LifeStrategy range to reflect what it dubs the 'more global focus' of UK investors. read

The US Republican Party has travelled a distance since the early 20th century when Teddy Roosevelt found himself in the White House. read

Rachel Reeves has been dealt a 'harsh reality check' after a surprise jump in inflation raised fresh questions over the health of the economy. read

It is no accident that the UK has become a fintech champion through start-ups such as Worldpay, Revolut, Monzo, Atom Bank and several more. read

Markets have rebounded after Trump dropped his plans to impose tariffs on Europe as he struck a deal over Greenland. read

It's possible to invest in smaller slices of companies with high share prices, but not all investing platforms offer this. We speak to an expert to find out more. read

The precious metals have continued their astonishing run, while copper - a metal largely used for industrial purposes - is surging too. Tom Becket, of Canaccord Wealth, explains why. read

The boss of one of the UKs biggest stockbrokers has warned that Rachel Reeves's Isareforms, unveiled in the Autumn Budget, are 'doomed to fail' in their aim of getting people to invest. read

Investors dumped Japanese bonds after prime minister Sanae Takaichi (pictured) called a snap election and pledged costly tax cuts on food should she win. read

Saba's proposals only needed a simple majority, or more than 50 per cent of votes cast, to pass at the meeting. read

A battle is raging for control of several investment trusts in a struggle that concerns everyone saving in the stock markets. read

It comes as the firm, led by Weinstein, heads for a showdown with the Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust. read

Two of the remaining star fund managers have tested investors' patience, is it time to invest elsewhere? Plus, London house prices, cash Isas and cheap EVs. read

In a bleak report, S&P Global said its 'consumer sentiment index' is at a nine-month low.- suggesting the November Budget has only added to the anxiety felt by households. read

Rachel Reeves was branded 'delusional' as she claimed Britain was turning a corner even as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicted the economy will remain in the slow lane. read

In a speech to central bankers and economists, Bailey said: 'Now is not the time to close the world to the benefits of trade.' read

Several of those rushing to the defence of the Federal Reserve have political form of their own. Ganging up to save the Fed in favour of monetary independence is a political act. read

PWC boss Marco Amitrano said the survey of global chief execs - showing the two countries catching up with the UK - should act as a 'wake-up call'. read

The prize draw is open until 2 March. The £50,000 prize will be paid directly into the winner's Investngine account by 30 March. read

In an annual meeting for Finsbury Growth & Income, 97% of shareholders backed Train to continue to manage the trust after years of underperformance. read

Buying shares in companies that lead the way in cutting edge technology such as AI is both exciting and financially rewarding. read

David Coombs, head of multi-asset investments at Rathbones discusses with Simon Lambert how to navigate this tricky market, protect yourself and make money. read

Home REIT, which houses vulnerable people including the homeless, has been mired in crisis since 2022 when an investor report questioned its business model. read

Betts has has called for a 'full investigation' after the Serious Fraud Office announced a bribery and fraud probe into the firm following raids and arrests. read

The latest forecast from the the World Bank found that while gross domestic product has rebounded since Covid, expansion will be 'sluggish' in coming years. read

HMRC is considering a 22 percent flat-rate charge on any interest earned on cash holdings held in stocks and shares Isas, it is thought. read

Etoro is well-known investment platform that boasts a large number of users, but is it any good - and what type of investor is it suited to? We put Etoro through its paces. read

Simply backing the market over Terry Smith or Nick Train would have proved a much better move last year - a pattern that has cost me money. read

The most concerning aspect of the row over US Federal Reserve independence - joined now by other G7 central bankers - is the mild market reaction. read

A 'new age of competition' in which countries use economic policy as 'weaponry' is the biggest risk facing the world according to a survey of leaders and experts. read

US Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell (pictured with Donald Trump) vowed not to be intimidated after being threatened with criminal charges. read

Hassett (pictured), Trump's top economic advisor, has endorsed his boss's sweeping import tariffs and called for lower interest rates. read

Donald Trump's Department of Justice is playing with fire with the criminal probe of Federal Reserve chairman Jay Powell. read

I have less than £3,000 in cash savings, well below the recommended amount. How much money should I be holding in cash? read

Gold raced to a fresh record high and the dollar fell as a criminal investigation into the head of the US Federal Reserve fuelled fears over the central bank's independence. read

Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey yesterday joined a global coalition of central bank chiefs rallying to defend the principle of independence after Donald Trump's attack on the US Federal Reserve. read

Diversification is key to successful long-term investing. In other words, don't put all your eggs in one basket. read

Fundsmith Equity posted a return of just 0.8 per cent in 2025, compared to the MSCI World index which returned 12.8 per cent. read

Barclays shares fell 2.4%. US operators were also hit, with Capital One down 6.6%, American Express down 4.5%, Visa down 1.6% and Mastercard dipping 3.3%. read

It was a grey and rainy day in 2014 when Katie Donegan's husband Alan asked her what she 'really wanted from life'. read

They are set to reveal growth of 0.2 per cent in November after it shrank 0.1 per cent in October. Keir Starmer has said growth is his number one priority. read

Investors are accustomed to riding out political and financial shocks, but even the most seasoned will be struggling to ignore the seismic global events that have been playing out in recent days. read

Here's a confession. Somehow, despite having written about money and business for three decades, I don't have a financial adviser. read

BAE Systems, the UK's largest defence firm, climbed as much as 7% before closing 5%, or 97p, higher at 2023p. Rolls-Royce and Melrose also rose. read

Hargreaves Lansdown is probably the UK's best-known investment platform. But it's up against a host of others, with many providing low fees read

Recent trading updates revealed which names are most deftly adapting to shifts in consumer preferences and consolidating their dominance. read

Saba Capital chief Boaz Weinstein (pictured) demanded answers over Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust's decision to sell down its stake in SpaceX. read

The closely-watched purchasing managers' index survey also revealed that growth remained 'lacklustre' amid 'weak UK economic prospects'. read

Analysts at investment bank Jefferies believe valuations for UK bank shares have 'considerable scope' to rise further in 2026. read

Shares in Shell fell 3.3% and BP was down 3.2% as the oil price fell - reducing the value of the two FTSE 100 firms by £5.2bn and £2.1bn respectively. read

If you want to sort your finances in 2026, my first tip would be to crack on with an achievable list of the essentials - then you can move on to the bits to grow your wealth read

For most people, the idea of investing in the stock market may seem daunting and out of reach if you don't have vast sums of wealth. But you don't need to be rich to invest. read

Untangling the $150bn debt legacy of Venezuela will be a mammoth task. It is made all the more complex by the involvement of China. read

America's intervention in Venezuela has delivered a windfall to investment firms that hoovered up the country's unloved bonds on the cheap. read

The FTSE 100 rose by 1.2%, or 118.2 points to 10,122.7, the biggest rise since July. It has now risen for three sessions in a row since New Year. read

Investing in Japanese smaller companies is a niche pursuit, admits Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon's Brian Lum, but he says that's 'precisely the opportunity' on offer. read

Hopes for an base rate cut in early 2026 have been knocked on the head after figures revealed inflation climbed to 3.4 per cent in December. read

Gold and defence stocks are rising this morning after the surprise capture of the Venezuelan president over the weekend. read

The Chancellor is conducting an experiment - stick a new levy on more expensive property and see what happens to prices. read

The UK stock market remains a remarkably resilient home for your long-term investments, be they your pension or Isa contributions. read

It is worth remembering the late Sir John Templeton, who observed that the only investors who do not need to diversify are those who are always 100 per cent right. read

When it comes to investing in precious metals, all that glitters is not gold. Instead, those who backed silver have enjoyed the greatest gains. read

Regular readers will be well aware of my liking for investment income. Preferably, a growing income rather than a static one which constantly gets nibbled away at by inflation. read

The fixation on the tech companies known as the 'Magnificent Seven' may not lessen in 2026, despite the persistent apprehension that the share prices of these titans are unsustainable. read

Top fund manager Nick Train has likened the bullish attitude of investors to that of the 1920s and the run-up to the infamous 1929 stock market crash. read

The US president said Fed chief Jerome Powell 'should resign' over the spiralling cost of building work at the central bank. read

The holy grail of consumer facing tech is software and robotics which makes for efficient customer experience. Tech can be hit or miss. read

Those who need to submit a self assessment must do so by 31 January, but the process can sometimes be confusing. read

Silver soared to as high as $83.62 - taking gains since Christmas to 16%. But it then reversed course and dived a similar amount back to $70.49. read

It's been a rollercoaster ride but 2025 turned out to be a good year for investors and savers. read

The AI growth story and an impending change at the top of the powerful US Federal Reserve are gripping investment pundits ahead of 2026. read

Although money resolutions will not be to the fore on New Year's Eve, I do have a number of personal finance 'wishes' for the year ahead that I would like to share... read

The day began with a rant about the cost of Christmas. 'Why do we need such a big turkey when there will only be six of us?,' I asked my wife. read

Having an edge comes from taking a different view of company potential. We aim to see value before others, says Tom Slater investment manager for Scottish Mortgage. read

Some 65 per cent of financial services directors believe the sector will pile more money into defence in 2026. read

Britain's thorniest problem going into 2026 is not a lack of money but a lack of confidence. read

When it comes to tax-efficient financial planning, paying attention to what the very wealthy do can reap rewards. Those with complicated tax affairs and advisers on hand know how to maximise cash. read

Analysis of Budget documents shows the tax break will be worth £50m a year in 2030-31 - or 0.9 per cent of the £5.3billion the levy is forecast to rake in that year. read

On this final 2025 episode of the This is Money podcast, Georgie Frost and Simon Lambert take a quick ride through this year and what it meant for our finances. read

We know all bull markets eventually come to an end, so the question is whether that vibrant, optimistic perspective can be sustained for another year. read

Concerns of a bubble come as big technology firms continue to have sky high valuations and are becoming an increasingly large part of the global market. read

The stalling economy and London becoming a backwater for listings remain serious concerns, yet the FTSE 100 index was nudging record highs at the end of 2025. read

Investors love to know what other investors are buying. I know this because the data we publish regularly ranks among the most popular pages on our website. read

Concerns ranged from a cut to cash Isas, which did arrive, to fears the Chancellor would also take an axe to pension lump sum allowances, which did not. read

Sterling edged up as much as 0.6% to $1.3457 amid suggestions rates may be cut faster in the US than the UK next year. read

The price of gold has soared to a new high - meaning the cost of Gordon Brown's decision to sell the nation's holdings on the cheap 25 years ago has ballooned to almost £40billion. read

Sentiment against the currency is now even more negative among investors than it was before the mini-Budget during the Liz Truss era. read

In the Autumn Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that the cash Isa allowance would be slashed to £12,000 from its previous £20,000 for those under the age of 65. read

I have finally found my investment comfort zone in a pool of investments which tick all my boxes. read

If you're making an early New Year's resolution, here's how to add some shine to your portfolio. read

As few as 43% of women say they are confident that guidance from their financial services providers is in their best interests. read

The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee voted by a narrow 5-4 majority to cut interest rates from 4%to 3.75%. read

The base rate is now the lowest it's been since 2023 but a split vote means markets and economists are now question how much lower they will go. read

Freetrade is improving its platform in 2026, which should help pension investors save more in fees. Here's what's changing - and how it compares with rivals. read

The British Retail Consortium said that 'poorly aligned policies undermine job creation across the economy'. read

House builders were among the big climbers as the figures made an interest rate cut today all but certain and boosted hopes of further cuts next year. read

Beleaguered UK retail shares saw a surge in new buyers this year, as investors bet on them being undervalued. read

Waterstones has staged a dramatic recovery under chief exec James Daunt (pictured), who took over in 2011 and also owns his eponymous chain Daunt Books. read

Craig Baker, chair of the Alliance Witan answers our qickfire questions on gold, the stock he'd buy for the next 10 years and whether he thinks there is an AI bubble. read

Watch our expert financial discussion on how you can protect and grow your wealth - and what you need to know about new pension and Isa rules. read

Under new rules, cryptocurrencies will face similar regulation to other financial products, requiring providers to meet standards set out by the FCA. read

Investors have fared better better with their returns over the long term, while cash savers have seen sluggish growth. read

Gold has been recovering its shine as global political turmoil coupled with expectations of interest rate cuts add to its appeal as a safe-haven asset. read

Two retirees with identical portfolios and average returns can end up with vastly different financial outcomes. This is due to the order of their investment returns. read

My view when it comes to saving and investing is that it should be entirely your choice which one you do, but I'd strongly advocate the latter if you want to build your wealth. read

It is that time of the year when investment managers look forward and give their predictions for where stock markets are heading, writes JEFF PRESTRIDGE. read

Working from home remains firmly embedded long after the pandemic lockdowns have been lifted. But why stop there? read

A new betting craze could soon shake up the world of gambling in Britain. read

A softer jobs market leads to cheaper money as central banks try to offset rising unemployment by cutting interest rates . read

No one was expecting a quiet Budget and so it proved, Rob Morgan, of Charles Stanley Direct, explains what savers and investors need to know. read

If you want to profit, here are the names to watch. Grab the popcorn and settle down, it could be a bumpy ride - but it will also be thrilling. read

The collapse of the fund meant I lost a significant amount of money alongside thousands of others and I was told I would get compensation. read

Why should British savers pay attention to dire warnings about the AI shares bubble from a Californian doctor with autism, a prosthetic eye and a fondness for heavy metal? read

The precious metal is up more than 80 per cent in the past year to around $61 an ounce, well above its previous 1980 peak of $49.50. read

In our Interactive Investor review, you can find out whether the investment platform is right for you - and we run the rule over its new pricing that cuts costs for some investors. read

The investment platform IG has launched a cashback deal to encourage new customers to join. We look at how it compares with existing offers. read

Cash is usually considered a safe store of wealth, but holding too much of it over the long term poses a risk. It can cause slow and steady damage to your overall financial situation - here's what to do about it. read

We asked trusted experts to recommend the best funds that cover different investment sectors - and included This is Money's selection of active and passive options too. read

If you have the right accountant in your corner, it can save a lot of stress and ensure you don't get stuck paying incorrect amounts of tax, says our columnist Heather Rogers. read

Many people could benefit from one-time help over some aspect of their finances, and this need not tie you into a long-term relationship with an adviser. read

Corporate bonds typically offer lower risk and higher income than shares. We explain how to invest in bond funds, or lend money direct to businesses via retail bonds. read

Late in working life, pension savers typically see their pots shifted out of stock markets and all or part way into bonds. Here's what you need to know about pension lifestyling... read

Global government bond markets are vast and affect everyone who pays tax, saves or invests. We unscramble the financial jargon to help everyone fathom what's going on. read

Investors can rack up big losses early on and never make them up if they aren't careful. People who persist in taking an income can pile up future problems. read

Capital gains tax is levied on profits from assets ranging from shares to second homes, buy-to-let properties and personal possessions. read

Dividends can bring great returns, particularly if you keep reinvesting them - but the Government inevitably wants its share of this wealth. read

Investment fund names are often a baffling mixture of impressive but vague words, which mean little to people who aren't already clued up on financial jargon. read

Homeowners with a mortgage face an ongoing financial dilemma - use any excess cash to pay down the debt or invest instead? read

There's no getting around it, you need do some homework and maths if you're thinking of buying shares. But which sums are the most useful to investors? read

If you are interested in buying shares or know more about unearthing good companies and valuing them, read our guide to share investing. read

Tom Stevenson, investment director at Fidelity International, explains what you can learn from a balance sheet using drinks giant Britvic as his test case. read

Investment trusts have interesting quirks and features that mean careful research is important in order to fully understand what you are buying, says Ryan Hughes of AJ Bell. read

Deciding which fund to invest in can be a challenge when managing your own portfolio. Expert Tom Stevenson explains what to look for and where when picking investments. read

We put this question to three top investing experts and their answers were six, 12, and a few dozen... However, they did all add essentially the same rider, 'it depends'. read

Pension freedoms mean retirees can now invest their savings how they like rather than buy a stingy annuity. But what do you need to consider and plan ahead for when funding retirement this way? read

Many are at risk of hasty blunders like selling and putting money in a current or savings account, missing out on tax breaks - or even holding onto old share certificates for sentimental reasons. read