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Updated Friday 12th September 2025

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Brent Crude steady after tough session

US markets at fresh highs ahead of rate decision

FTSE opens above 9,300. New records in sight

S&P 500 reaches fresh all-time high

UK stocks get back on the front foot

Oil prices rise on geopolitical tensions

US inflation numbers are in focus

FTSE 100 opens higher, taking a cue from Wall Street

Oil prices extend yesterday’s gains

US markets gear up for data heavy week

UK retail sales offer hope ahead of key trading period

Wall Street set to rise amid optimism over a rate cut

Keir Starmer focuses on defence strategy

Yen falls and stocks rise after Japan’s Prime Minister’s resignation

France’s confidence vote in focus

FTSE 100 opens higher

Investing insights

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September Slump – 3 share ideas to consider if markets stall

Investor’s guide to stock lifecycles – 3 share ideas

Personal finance

Government announces State Pension age review

How higher-rate taxpayers could consider using VCTs to reduce income tax in the UK

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Investing during market uncertainty

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3 fund ideas for volatile times

From Trump’s tariffs to talk of higher inflation and a possible recession, how can investors shelter their portfolio in volatile markets? Plus we share 3 fund ideas.

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Spotlight on scams

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Investing scam losses are rising

With losses on investment scams on the rise, we look at how to protect yourself from scams and what you can do if you think you’ve been scammed.

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5 tips to turbocharge your pension this tax year

Is now a good time to invest in gold?

5 shares to watch in 2025

5 funds for 2025

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Insights for the week ahead

Fund research

Vistry: first-half numbers as expected

Associated British Foods: weak second-half performance

Fidelity Pre-Retirement Bond: September 2025 fund update

BNY Mellon US Equity Income – September 2025 fund update

Anglo American: merger agreement with Teck resources

Salesforce: strong Q2 but guidance disappoints

Fund research

Troy Trojan Ethical Income: August 2025 fund update

HSBC FTSE 250 Index: August 2025 fund update

Fidelity Pre-Retirement Bond: September 2025 fund update

BNY Mellon US Equity Income – September 2025 fund update

Troy Trojan Ethical Income: August 2025 fund update

HSBC FTSE 250 Index: August 2025 fund update

Investment trust research

iShares Core Sterling Corporate Bond ETF: August 2025 update

iShares Global Corporate Bond ETF: August 2025 update

Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust: August 2025 update

Monks Investment Trust: August 2025 update

Investment trust research

Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust: August 2025 update

Monks Investment Trust: August 2025 update

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