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Updated Friday 29th August 2025

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FTSE opens steady after yesterday’s losses

Brent crude unmoved at c.$67.7 per barrel

Fed Governor Chris Waller calls for bold action on rate cuts

US stocks break new records

Oil prices come back a touch after yesterday’s pop

Gold climbs as Trump fires Fed Governor

US markets take a breather after Friday’s rally

UK investors start the week with a cautious tone

Investing insights

‘Magnificent Seven’ earnings roundup – what’s next for big US tech stocks?

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Inflation is on the rise – 3 income fund ideas to help beat it

How to find recession-proof stocks – 3 share ideas to consider if the US economy stutters

Personal finance

Government announces State Pension age review

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

Earn over £47,400? – You might need these top 3 tax-saving tips

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

Stock markets today

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Next week on the stock market

1st - 5th September 2025

Ashtead looks to return to top-line growth
Salesforce has eyes on AI momentum and topline growth
Cost cuts and progress on asset flows in focus for M&G

Insights for the week ahead

Fund research

Alibaba: first quarter sales disappoint but cloud growth surges

NVIDIA: strong Q2 growth, guidance ahead of expectations

HSBC FTSE 250 Index: August 2025 fund update

Baillie Gifford American: August 2025 fund update

Tritax Big Box: withdraws offer for Warehouse REIT

Primary Health Properties: agrees takeover of Assura

Fund research

Mixed and total return funds review – how have markets coped since Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs?

Asia & emerging markets review – which stock markets have done best?

HSBC FTSE 250 Index: August 2025 fund update

Baillie Gifford American: August 2025 fund update

Mixed and total return funds review – how have markets coped since Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs?

Asia & emerging markets review – which stock markets have done best?

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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