Are annuities still relevant to investors and how much could you get?

In 2015, sweeping reforms gave people over 55 unlimited access to their pension schemes for the first time, and prompted Steve Webb, the pensions minister...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


Funds, investment trusts and ETFs that pay dividends every month

Having worked hard for decades and squirrelled away money for later life, once in retirement individuals need to find a way of generating an income...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


1 year since the market crash: What’s changed and are there any bargain stocks left?

Despite all the upheaval of the past year, anyone glancing at the financial markets today might find it hard to believe investors were in the...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


Moonpig shares: not cheap but a very interesting business

Shares in £1.4 billion company Moonpig (MOON) have flown 21% higher to 423.8p since the online greeting cards retailer joined the stock market...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


More tricks and tips for analysing company financial statements

The best way to test the theory around the analysis of company accounts is to put that theory into practice using a real-world example.

In...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


Lloyd’s insurance investor Helios is set for big gains

Helios Underwriting (HUW:AIM) is unique as an acquirer and consolidator of Lloyd’s insurance market underwriters. So far the firm has bought 43 limited...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


Global stocks see largest ever week of buying

The opening week of February saw the largest ever weekly inflow of cash into global shares, according to Bank of America’s global research team, as...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


Vaccine optimism builds as firms seek clear Covid-19 exit plan

The UK government hitting its target to vaccinate all vulnerable groups by 15 February and the virus replication rate falling below one is helping the market...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


Why we should be fearful of zombies

They may not be too busy just yet but insolvency specialists are feeling fairly confident about their near-term prospects which, on the flipside, is bad...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


How will changes to the pension age impact me?

I am 45 years old and currently have a SIPP worth around £130,000. Will I be able to access this at age 55 or will...

Thu, 18/02/2021 - 00:00


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