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Revealed! Why Gen Z may be the savviest generation when it comes to credit cards

New research reveals that Gen Z may be the most astute when it comes to credit cards. But why? And…

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Recession risk ‘on the rise’: is it time for investors to worry?

A major global bank has suggested the risk of a recession in the UK is 'on the rise'. So, should…

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1 in 4 cutting back on investments amid cost of living crisis

New research shows one in four investors have cut back on their investing contributions to cope with the rising cost…

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Calls for more credit card applicants to be given advertised interest rate

Did you know that under current credit card APR rules, only 51% of applicants must be given the advertised rate?…

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Balance transfer deals improve: here’s what you should do if given a low credit limit

Balance transfer credit card deals are improving thanks to longer 0% lengths and lower fees. But what should you do…

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Elon Musk has been buying Twitter shares: here’s why it matters

Elon Musk has bought so many shares in Twitter he's now the platform's biggest shareholder. Here's why Musk's colossal Twitter…

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Investing is on the rise: 3 need-to-knows for beginner investors

New research suggests the number of people looking to invest is rising. So, what tips should beginner investors keep in…

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New tax year: is it worth using your stocks and shares ISA allowance straight away?

With a new tax year upon us, should you use your ISA allowance straight away or wait? Karl Talbot takes…

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ISA dash: how investors rushed to open a stocks and shares ISA on deadline day

New data reveals many investors used up their annual ISA allowance on the final day of the 2021/22 tax year.…

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Revealed! These are the ETFs investors have been buying in 2022

New data reveals the exchange-traded funds that have been favoured by investors so far in 2022. So, which ETFs have…

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Is gold the answer to soaring inflation?

Gold is up almost 10% since the turn of the year – far above the UK's rate of inflation. Karl…

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Is the FTSE 100 likely to end the year lower?

The FTSE 100 has risen less than 1% since the year began. So, how likely is it that the UK's…

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Why are FTSE 100 housebuilder shares sinking?

Major FTSE 100-listed housebuilders have seen their share prices sink this year. Why is it happening? And is now a…

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Cost of living crisis: how easy is it to sell shares?

As the cost of living crisis bites, some investors might be thinking about selling shares in order to stay afloat.…

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These are the shares UK investors were buying last week

Polymetal International, Barclays and Rolls-Royce were popular among UK investors last week. So, which other shares were popular buys?

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The S&P 500 has fallen 5% in 2022: is now a good time to invest in it?

The S&P 500 has fallen by 5% so far in 2022. So, given its recent sluggish performance, is now a…

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ISA deadline: are you making these investing mistakes?

Ahead of ISA deadline day, a leading investing platform has highlighted five investing mistakes to avoid. So, are you making…

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Revealed! How ESG investing can ‘sacrifice financial returns’

New research suggests that ESG investing may not be as ethical as it seems. Here's a look at how ethical…

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Credit card borrowing surges: here’s how to use 0% cards the right way

With recent data highlighting soaring levels of credit card borrowing, Karl Talbot takes a look at how you can use…

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The FTSE 250 fell 10.5% in Q1: is now a good time to invest in the share index?

The first quarter of 2022 was particularly unkind to the FTSE 250, with its value plummeting by 10.5%. So, is…

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American Express suffers ‘technical issues’: should you carry more than one credit card?

Some American Express credit card users have been unable to make payments following 'technical issues'. So, is this a reason…

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Is it time for AGMs to become more accessible?

An investment charity has called for AGMs to become more inclusive in order to widen the number of participants. So,…

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How will the stock market fare in Q2?

The big FTSE indexes experienced mixed fortunes during the first quarter of 2022. So, how is the stock market likely…

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These were the biggest FTSE 100 risers in March

With another month drawing to a close, let's take a look at the FTSE 100 constituents that saw their share…

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Cash ISA rates nudge up: is it worth ditching your stocks and shares ISA?

Cash ISA rates are creeping up. So, is now the time to rethink your plans to open a stocks and…

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The majority of ISA holders shun stocks and shares ISAs: here’s why it matters

A new survey reveals that the majority of ISA holders are staying clear of stocks and shares ISAs. Karl Talbot…

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Revealed! The big factor young investors take into account before investing

New research reveals one very important factor that young investors take into account before picking and choosing investments.

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Revealed! Returns a typical investor can expect to make over the next 3 years

New research shines a light on how much typical investors hope to earn over the next three years. Karl Talbot…

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Metal credit cards are growing in popularity: here’s why I’m not a fan

Metal credit cards are all the rage right now as providers try to enhance their offerings with a 'premium' feel.…

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How have aerospace stocks performed so far this year?

Aerospace stocks have had mixed fortunes so far in 2022, with BAE Systems the biggest riser. Here's a closer look…

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Young investors are more likely to vote at AGMs than older investors: here’s why

New research reveals that young investors are generally more engaged than older investors when it comes to AGM voting. Karl…

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Government dumps more NatWest shares: here’s why it’s significant

The government has sold more of its shareholding in NatWest. Here's why its latest sale has been described as an…

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Surge in UK credit card borrowing: is this a sign of things to come?

New research reveals that credit card borrowing is skyrocketing. Is this trend a sign of bigger problems ahead? Karl Talbot…

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Share dividends tax: why taking action NOW could help you avoid next week’s hike

Share dividends tax will go up next week. But did you know you might be able to avoid the tax…

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Are airline shares set to take off?

Airline shares took a nose dive following the initial waves of Covid-19. So, how have airline shares performed since? And…

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These are the shares UK investors were buying last week

Last week was a steady week for the stock market. So, which stocks have UK investors been buying recently? Karl…

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New Bank of England warning on UK economy: is the stock market about to fall?

The Bank of England's governor has warned about rising inflation and volatile commodity prices. So, can we expect the stock…

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Stocks and shares ISA deadline: is a robo-advisor a good option?

With the end of the tax year approaching, should you open a stocks and shares ISA through a robo-advisor? Karl…

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Revealed! One big reason to opt for a stocks and shares ISA over a cash ISA

Looking to open an ISA before the tax year ends? Here's a big reason why a stocks and shares ISA…

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These are the biggest FTSE 100 risers over the past 12 months

Although the FTSE 100 has dropped since 2022 began, it's still up 12% compared to where it was 12 months…

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