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Stephanie Spicer highlights how the pots for soon-to-be retirees are falling far short of meeting income needs in later life.

UK retirees face pension shortfall Stephanie Spicer highlights how the pension pots for soon-to-be retirees are falling far short of meeting income needs in later life.

Get the inside track on how to invest in the country’s most innovative start-ups – while giving the economy an adrenaline boost.

Investing in start-ups

One approach to passive investing that perhaps has been under-represented until recently is responsible investment.

The passive funds principle Passive fund managers evolve their offering to provide responsible solutions for investing

Even the most mundane businesses can also produce exciting investment opportunities.

Commodities can provide a solid investment opportunity Commodities can provide a solid investment opportunity – and one that is changing to meet demands for responsible production methods.

Pacific Horizon is an Asia ex Japan investment trust that specialises in growth companies.

Pacific Horizon investment trust review Baillie Gifford, which has managed the fund since 1992, believes there is a significant opportunity to outperform markets over the long term using this approach. Roderick Snell, who is the lead fund manager for Baillie Gifford’s Asia ex Japan strategies, has day-to-day responsibility for the runni...

We are all human when it comes to matters of money, and our financial affairs don’t always benefit from the most rational behaviour. Nowhere is this probably more true than in the field of investing, where it is easy to let emotion and impulse get the upper hand.

How to avoid common ISA investing mistakes Adrian Lowery, analyst at investing platform Bestinvest, warns of seven key investing sins that should be avoided.

There are multiple approaches to responsible investing and a variety of ways to analyse companies for their sustainability credentials. While the end goal is often similar – to do the right thing for the environment and society – it is crucial to understand the differences between each approach because it helps in making informed choices about where to put your money.

Responsible investing The Rathbone multi-asset team busts some common myths around responsible investing in a way that meets your needs financially.

As the world gets to grips with the ‘new normal’ there are plenty of transformational and innovative companies that will prosper in this landscape.

Innovative stocks as we get back to the 'new normal' As the world gets back to ‘new normal’ there are plenty of transformational companies and innovative stocks that will prosper

With the end of another tax year approaching on 5th April, time is running out for anyone thinking of setting up, or contributing to, an Individual Savings Account ( ). Tim Bennett, Head of Education at Killik & Co, weighs them up in the context of people at three different life stages – children, young adults, and older savers. Please note that all decisions to invest need to be made with reference to changing personal tax circumstances.

Which ISA is right for me? Tim Bennett of Killik & Co weighs up ISA options in the context of people at three different life stages – children, young adults, and older savers.

Investors looking for prime opportunities for their ISA allocations before 5 April should consider adding private equity to their portfolio.

Why private equity could be a good long term investment for your ISA

Holding a variety of UK-focused funds and investment trusts could lead to attractive long-term returns for ISA investors. Robert Stephens shares his top picks.

The best UK equity funds for your ISA Here are the best UK equity funds to avoid disappointment on your ISA returns in 2022 and expose you to a wider market

Bertrand Lecourt, Senior Fund Manager on the Regnan Sustainable Water and Waste investment fund, shares some investment ideas for World Water Day on March the 22nd.

Five facts about water investment for World Water Day 2022 · Water covers about 70% of the earth’s surface but only c. 3.5% is freshwater1. Coincidently, around 70% of the human brain consists of water2. · A leak in your tap which seeps one drip per second can waste 8,760 litres of water a year3. Investment in water infrastructure is important! · Asia ...

Let’s be honest bonds can be boring if you are an investor, but given the world we are all currently living in then it might be time to be a bit boring for a while.

Boring bonds can be very good for investors at the moment Bonds can be boring for investors, but given the world we are all currently living in then it might be time to be a bit boring for a while.

HMRC extended the tax return season this year, giving us an extra month to file tax returns without incurring late filing penalties.

Last chance to plan for the tax year end HMRC extended the tax return season this year, giving us an extra month to file tax returns without incurring late filing penalties

Anyone thinking about succession planning for wealth is likely to be looking for a tax-efficient structure to hold and grow assets for future generations.

Transfer your wealth using a family investment company When succession planning for wealth it is important to look for a tax-efficient structures to hold and grow assets for future generations.

The Asia-Pacific region is expected to outpace global economic growth, writes Gareth Platt, and investment trusts are a sure way of tapping in.

The Promise of Asia-Pacific Investment Trusts Despite the turmoil that has engulfed China over the past 18 months, the Asia-Pacific market remains a belt of promise. Growth is expected to outstrip the global economy in the months ahead, and the emergence of smaller economies such as Indonesia means investors can find pockets of under-appreciate...

Two of the most popular investment trusts are Scottish Mortgage (SMT) managed by Baillie Gifford and Finsbury Growth & Income (FIGT), managed by Nick Train of Lindsell Train, both of which have served patient long term investors incredibly well.

Should you pick Scottish Mortgage or Finsbury Growth for your ISA? But if you’re thinking about where to investment your ISA for the current tax year which of the two trusts should you put your faith in? There’s a number of ways you can figure this one out. If you have invested successfully in one or both of them then the decision could be a really

Setting up an ISA can be a big decision, but in the current climate, has there been a better time to start? Editor-in-chief, Lawrence Gosling reports.

Why there has never been a better time to set up an ISA Setting up an ISA can be a big decision, but is this the best time to set one up? Editor-in-chief, Lawrence Gosling reports.

If I had asked you this question five years ago you would have probably said: ‘Of course I will’ as Mr Woodford could point to a 25-year investment record which had served investors incredibly well.

Would you invest with Neil Woodford again? Would you trust Neil Woodford with your money again? Editor-in-chief, Lawrence Gosling outlines the conditions in which he would.

Energy company profits have triggered a discussion on the idea of a windfall tax in the UK. But is this the best option for regular investors?

Would you rather have dividends for your ISA or lower energy bills?

BP's surge in profits has come under criticism given that energy bills are set to rise dramatically, however could the idea of a windfall tax backfire?

Unpacking the BP windfall Oil & gas profits have come under criticism given the energy price rise, but could the proposal of a BP windfall tax backfire?

Former What Investment editor, The AIC's Nick Britton, looks at the investment trusts that could add a level of inflation protection in an environment of rising costs.

The trusts that could provide inflation protection in your portfolio The AIC's Nick Britton, looks at a selection of inflation proofing trusts in an environment of rising costs.

When considering options for an ISA, is an investment trust or an open-ended fund the best option? Editor-in-chief, Lawrence Gosling reports.

Why an investment trust is better than a unit trust for an ISA

What funds should an investor consider for their ISA? In this article, What Investment asked five market commentators for their multi-asset fund picks.

Five multi-asset funds to consider for your ISA What multi-asset funds should an investor consider for their ISA? In this article, What Investment asked five market commentators.

January was a difficult month for investors as inflation remains a persistent threat. How central banks respond over the next few months will be crucial, but could a mistake provide a boost for the price of gold?

Could a central bank misstep provide a tailwind for gold? How central banks respond to rising inflation will be crucial, but could a mistake or reversal boost the price of gold?

Editor-in-chief, Lawrence Gosling, asks whether cash ISAs are the best choice for an investor when saving for the long term.

Why cash ISAs are a waste of time

Adrian Lowery, personal finance expert at investing platform Bestinvest, explains that as workplace pensions are the biggest investment most people will make - they need greater attention.

It's time to pay more attention to your workplace pension Bestinvest's Adrian Lowery outlines the importance of paying more attention to your workplace pension.

This What Investment series of features explore five fund picks for particular investors' needs – this time the focus is on income funds.

Five income funds for your ISA This What Investment series of features explore five fund picks for particular ISA investors' needs – this time the focus is on income funds.

Ask most private investors to name a fund manager, and assuming they can, then probably Terry Smith’s name will come up. He set up the eponymous Fundsmith over a decade ago and the performance of that first fund has been exceptional in that time.

Is Terry Smith an investment genius or a big mouth? Following Unilever's failed GSK bid, editor-in-chief, Lawrence Gosling asks if Terry Smith is an investment genius or a big mouth?

Following a list of improbable, but not impossible predictions from Invesco's Paul Jackson, editor Rory Palmer looks at the possibility that the S&P 500 could finish the year lower than it started.

Could the S&P 500 really close the year lower than it started? Could the the S&P 500 could finish the year lower than it started? Editor, Rory Palmer follows on from the claim of Invesco's Paul Jackson.