Growth versus Value investing
What is the difference between growth vs value investing? This is a frequently asked question, here we aim to help you understand these approaches to investing.
Responsible investment made easier
Investors are increasingly aware of the impact that their decisions can have on our society and environment, and are looking for more than just a financial return on their investments. As a result, they now want more control over how their beliefs are represented through their investments.
Commodity prices and inflation, what’s the impact?
Q1 2021 inflation numbers are trending higher, but the general consensus is that the current inflationary pressures should wane as the global economy returns to pre COVID levels.
Are your investments relying too much on cash?
At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people were understandably concerned about the falling equity markets and moved their savings into cash. The perception is that cash is ‘safe’, but financial advisers are now warning of the significant damage that could be done to long-term financial plans if too much is kept in cash for too long.
Are you losing in the race for profits?
We all know who ultimately wins the tale of the tortoise and the hare, so why is it so many of us are still getting it wrong when it comes to investing, and losing the race to greater profits?
Time in the market, not timing the market
It is important to understand the consequences of trying to time your investments in the stock market and the relatively low probability that you will get both timing decisions involved correct; namely selling out of the market while it’s still declining and then re-entering before the recovery has come to an end.
The seven principles of investing through volatile times
You will know from watching the news or reading the papers that the world’s economies are going through a period of uncertainty. It is only natural at times like these for you to feel more cautious. The truth is that share prices invariably rise and fall, but historically long-term performance tends to even things out and there are good reasons even now to see investment opportunities.
DIY investors risk losing out on returns
Going it alone exposes investors to their own bad habits, while taking advice in person from an expert can help to build a diversified, risk-based multi-asset portfolio.
Time for investors to prepare for the Donald to be defeated?
With just over 100 days to go to the US presidential election in November, the race for the White House is approaching the final straight.
Are your cash savings working hard enough for you?
Cash savings are often perceived as a safe investment choice, but at what financial cost?