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Updated Friday 4th July 2025
Live blog covering today's important financial market events and news
Oil price is stable with global tariffs undecided
UK government borrowing costs retreat further
US Congress passes the big, beautiful tax bill
Lower blanket tariffs are expected as Trump runs out of time to do deals
FTSE 100 falls in early trade as worries simmer over trade deadlines
Key non-farm payrolls jobs report eyed in the US
US-Vietnam trade deal adds optimism before tariffs deadline
Investors shrug off Parliament turmoil as FTSE opens in the green

Investing insights

Stock market volatility – how to build an investment portfolio
US stock market reaches new record high – 3 S&P 500 share ideas

Personal finance

UK's 10 most googled ISA questions
Rachel Reeves set to cut Cash ISA allowance – what you need to know

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
5 ETFs for 2025

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7th – 11th July 2025
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Share research

Primary Health Properties: rent reviews drive H1 growth
Greggs: H1 sales miss expectations, profit outlook weakens
J Sainsbury: Q1 beats expectations, guidance reiterated
Tritax Big Box REIT: announces acquisition of Warehouse REIT

Fund research

Stewart Investors Indian Subcontinent All Cap: July 2025 fund update
iShares Emerging Markets Government Bond Index: June 2025 fund update
Artemis US Smaller Companies: June 2025 fund update
iShares Overseas Government Bond Index: June 2025 fund update

ETF research

Vanguard FTSE 250 ETF: May 2025 update
Vanguard FTSE Developed Europe ex UK ETF: May 2025 update

Investment trust research

River Global to acquire Devon Equity Management
Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust: June 2025 update

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