New accounting rule could have a big impact on corporate net debt levels

There hasn’t been any fanfare or special announcement, but 1 January saw the introduction of one of the biggest changes in corporate accounting for decades.

While...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


Electric energy plays

Meeting global energy demand will be a key challenge in the decades ahead but it should also create opportunities for investors.

In this article we will...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


How much do you need to save for a good retirement?

People work all their lives to be able to retire comfortably, so when you come...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


Should you buy investment trusts with high charges?

Is it worth putting money into investment trusts with high fees? Historical performance data would suggest higher-cost trusts are worth exploring although you cannot draw...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


A simple guide to pension tax rules

There is a myth that pensions always have to be complicated. In fact, 17% of...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


When will it be deal time again for the big miners?

Large cap mining companies have been great performers this year with an average gain of 15.3% versus 7.2% from the FTSE All-Share.

Commodity prices have...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


Barclays’ beat puts activist Bramson on the back foot

Barclays (BARC) surprised the market last week by beating earnings forecasts after riding out the trading slump which hammered its rivals late last...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


Murray vies to become core holding for income investors

We think the generous and growing income on offer from Murray Income Trust (MUT) coupled with its focus on quality companies at an...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


McBride margins wiped out by rising costs

McBride (MCB) 96.8p

Loss to date: 20% (stopped out)

Original entry point: Buy at 139.4p, 26 July 2018


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Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


Everything you need to know about modern monetary theory

After the global growth scare of 2018 financial markets appear to be regaining their nerve and verve, at least if global equities are any guide,...

Thu, 28/02/2019 - 00:00


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