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@ii_couk
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Britain was once a superpower and sterling was the currency to own. But its reputation is shredded and the prospect of parity with the dollar remains very real. We chart the pound’s long decline from superstar to laughing stock. Find out more at
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@ii_couk
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Watch our new Fund Manager Interview Series as we grill them on what they think will happen to share prices over the next 12 months, and where they will be investing their money in 2023. Subscribe here now: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Positive earnings surprises are not what you’d expect heading into a recession, but stock screen expert Ben Hobson says this strategy pinpoints firms better able to resist pressure. Find out more here: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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One of the world’s best known investors, Bill Ackman, joins us to provide an update on his SPAC - Pershing Square Tontine Holdings. Read more here! (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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ii customers, including a former lord mayor of London, have their say on the recent Budget - read their views here! #Budget #investing
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The ‘investor revolution’ in January generated massive gains and huge losses for investors. Hear what star investor Bill Ackman thinks of it all, in conversation with ii. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Our columnist @iancowie bought this trust a year ago, but it has got off to a slow start, making it a ‘Cowie Clanger’. Here he explains why he chose it over its rivals: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #IanCowie
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@ii_couk
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Our columnist no longer has exposure to two investment trusts operating in the same region @iancowie . Here he explains why: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #IanCowie
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@ii_couk
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The extent of the gender pensions gap is revealed, as women lose out after childbirth compared to men. Have your retirement plans changed since childbirth? (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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4 years
Steve Webb shares his forecasts on pension predictions for the years ahead. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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4 years
Covid-19 is accelerating mega-trends in the tech space. @davidprosserind reveals the latest tech trends reshaping the world. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Our columnist @iancowie considers whether bargain-basement prices for these investment trusts represents good value, or are they are merely cheap for a reason? Read more on this here: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #IanCowie
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@ii_couk
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It has never been easier for investors to gain exposure to overseas growth & income. Our columnist @iancowie explains the investment trusts he expects to emerge as winners from one of the biggest trade deals in history. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Twitter: Superstar investor Bill Ackman speaks to ii’s @_LeeWild_ , about how he thinks 2021 has gone so far and what the most important factor for investors will be for the rest of the year. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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4 years
Ethical investments are a popular topic at the moment. Our Great British Retirement Survey 2020 found that 37% of people would choose to invest ethically, even if it meant smaller returns. Would you? (capital at risk)
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The ii Great British Retirement Survey 2022. This year's survey, the largest of its type, focuses on all parts of life, from the effects of the cost-of-living crisis to working into your senior years. View the complete report here: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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4 years
Journalist @IanCowie looks at the latest ii research, naming the best investment trusts over the last 25 years. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Top-performing FTSE 100 stock Polymetal International has seen further boardroom buying of its shares, after the miner's fortunes were boosted by a near-record gold price. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Our columnist @iancowie considers the investment appeal of two trusts that invest in digital infrastructure - data centres, mobile phone masts and subsea cables. Read more on this here: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #IanCowie
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@ii_couk
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On YouTube, we now have a total of 25,000 subscribers! A great accomplishment thanks to your support. For all videos on investing tips and ideas, follow the link here: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii
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@ii_couk
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4 years
Have you made a new year's resolution to get on top of your finances for 2021? We're here to help with the basics this week, starting with 'What is a SIPP'? (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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4 years
New research shows that there are huge discrepancies in pensions for self-employed and part-time workers, compared with the average person. In this article we analyse the disparities and what policy changes are needed to close the gap. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
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Lockdown has meant that some of us have had to manage our savings by ourselves. Ian moved his life savings out of his previous pension schemes into a SIPP, with help from interactive investor. Read his customer story. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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4 years
In a survey polling 400 investment professionals across Europe, 71% said that Artificial Intelligence is the strongest theme for long-term investment. What other themes came out top? @tbaileybailey discusses. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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4 years
More than half of workers envisage some form of transition to retirement, in which they continue working. Read more insights from our Great British Retirement Survey. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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A deal last week from Shell to buy Europe’s biggest biogas producer is the latest sign this big trend has plenty of legs. Our columnist @iancowie runs through the exposure he has to the sector. Read more here: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Early in 2021, UK #inflation was running at less than 1%. Now it’s 9%, a 40-year high! Take a look at just how much prices have changed for everyday items such as butter and orange juice, to commodities like oil and gas: (capital at risk) @JamesEagle17
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@ii_couk
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3 years
Richard Curtis tells Gabby Logan about how pension power can help save the planet. Find, follow and listen to The ii Family Money Show now.
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
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With hospitality, air travel and retail falling as victims to the pandemic, @IanCowie sheds light on the industries that Terry Smith believes will benefit from Covid-19's economic shake-up. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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4 years
Is 2021 the year of investment for you? We're here to lead the way this week, with our beginner's guides. Today we discuss: 'What is a Stocks and Shares ISA?' (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
4 years
How to Invest is a podcast series designed to help you get to grips with the basics of investing. In our new episode, we are joined by head of pensions and savings Becky O’Connor to discuss the different ways to invest for retirement. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
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In episode 1 of the Family Money Show, hear Richard Curtis chat to Gabby on how your pension funds could be used as a force for good – for this generation, and the next. Find, Follow and Listen now:
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@ii_couk
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Our columnist @RichardBeddard examines last year’s portfolio activity and explains why valuations are a cause for concern at the start of 2021. How did your 2020 portfolio fare? (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Thinking of investing in the Deliveroo IPO? We provide you with the need-to-know details about this fast-growing business! (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
2 years
What does the Autumn Statement’s tax raid mean for your savings and investments? @Rebeccaoco and @K_S_Caldwell break it down in this week’s On The Monday episode. Listen now on your podcast provider for more: (Capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
4 years
As fallen star manager Neil Woodford makes a return to fund management, Fundsmith CEO Terry Smith shares his reaction with ii’s @K_S_Caldwell . Watch here! (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
2 years
In his reflection, our columnist @iancowie discusses how his two-year-old purchase of this investment trust has left him feeling a little uneasy. For more on this, read here: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Not sure where to start with pension planning? Read more about the different types of pension available and what they mean for you! (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
4 years
For beginners, the world of investment can be a minefield of jargon. @MoiraONeill discusses how to feel comfortable asking the hard questions. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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While one of our columnist's risky trusts underperformed over the long term, it has had a standout year. Read more on this from @iancowie here: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #IanCowie
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@ii_couk
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In episode two of On The Money, Becky and Kyle look back on their biggest investment mistakes. Tell us about yours by tweeting @iiOnTheMoney or emailing OTM @ii .co.uk. Find us on your podcast app. Listen now: (capital at risk) @Rebeccaoco @K_S_Caldwell
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Kyle and Becky ask whether the days of investing in fossil fuels and other so-called ‘sin stocks’ are numbered. Listen on your usual podcast provider for more: (capital at risk) #WeAreii #SustainableInvesting #FossilFuelInvesting @COP27
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interactive investor (ii)
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Savers who saw their costs fall during lockdown plan to spend a third of the money saved. Are you planning a splurge when restrictions are lifted?
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@ii_couk
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2 years
How many funds should I invest in? Are bonds the key to a guaranteed income in retirement? This week, @Rebeccaoco , K_S_Caldwell and @RStockHunter tackle your questions. Listen on your usual podcast provider for more: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Our columnist @IanCowie reveals one of his top performing trusts for the past year, that yields 6.7%. Read more below. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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This week on On The Money, Becky and Kyle discuss why investors are pulling out of funds but shouldn't sell in a hurry. Download now and listen on your preferred podcast app. For more, visit here: (capital at risk) @Rebeccaoco @K_S_Caldwell @iiOnTheMoney
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@ii_couk
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We've received so many positive comments about our latest data visualisation on the #inflation shock we're all experiencing. More @ii_couk visualisations to follow. #costofliving #energy (Capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
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With a portfolio of new business acquisitions over the last twelve months, Boohoo is going from strength to strength, but will the stock hit an all-time high? @TrendsTargets discusses (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Taxes could be hiked beyond pre-pandemic levels in the coming years, a leading economist has warned. Find out more about what this could mean below.
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@ii_couk
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What is a SIPP and how do they work? @MoiraONeill discusses in our "How to Invest" podcast! (capital at risk)
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Our columnist @iancowie recently experienced some short-term pain, but hopes buying low will generate long-term gains. Find out more here: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #IanCowie
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Our columnist @RichardBeddard discusses his six value share tips for 2021 and why he thinks resilient stocks are the best strategy. What are your top tips for 2021? (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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18.9% of women and 21.8% of men say that they'll be prioritising holidays in their retirement. What are your plans for retirement? Let us know below! (capital at risk)
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Ahead of the football World Cup this weekend, Becky, Kyle and funds expert Sam Benstead take inspiration from the game to name their investment teamsheet. Listen on your podcast provider for more: (Capital at risk) @Rebeccaoco @K_S_Caldwell @Sam_Benstead
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@AngusJMCampbell @AquisStockEx Hi, We are aiming to have Aquis fully enabled on our platform shortly, both web trading & accurate online price feeds. Thanks, Tom
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
4 years
SIPP tax relief is a government contribution to your pension, designed to encourage you to save for the future - but how does it work? Read our article to learn more about SIPP tax benefits and how pension tax relief works. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Today we’re looking at income drawdown and everything you need to help plan for your pension. Read more below. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Tens of thousands of retired women missed out on extra state pension payouts due to a record-keeping error, a senior government minister claims.
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@ii_couk
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‘The biggest professional failure I’ve ever had’ – star economist Jim O’Neill tells Gabby Logan of his doomed bid to take over his beloved Manchester United. Listen to The ii Family Money Show on your usual podcast app now: @GabbyLogan
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@ii_couk
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Do you think your lifestyle will improve when you retire? Only 17% of people quizzed in our Great British Retirement Survey 2020 thought they'd see an improvement, compared to 51% in 2019. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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To make tax and investment simple, we explain the benefits of tax allowances and why you should use them. Read more below. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Men like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos & Warren Buffett dominate the world’s rich list, but there are hugely powerful women with massive wealth. How many of the 10 richest women can you name? @JamesEagle17 & @ii_couk ’s visualisation reveals the world’s wealthiest
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@ii_couk
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4 years
When it happens, the Deliveroo float will be one of the UK's biggest in years. Read everything you need to know below. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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This week, Becky and Kyle assess the fallout from the past fortnight, including the impact on defined contribution schemes, whether you should consider delaying retirement and some drawdown dos and don’ts. For more, listen here: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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The ii Great British Retirement Survey 2022 is live! As the largest survey of its kind, it concentrates on all facets of life, from the effects of the cost-of-living crisis, to working in your older years. View the complete report here: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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It’s been a bumpy ride, but most equity funds are up since the Covid sell-off. Two-and-a-half years on, most funds have staged a recovery despite 2022’s volatility throwing a spanner into the works. Find out more here: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
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He’s had plenty of winners but here, former Goldman Sachs banker Anthony @Scaramucci tells @GabbyLogan about his ‘most painful’ investment loss. Listen now on your usual podcast app: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Our Great British Retirement Survey 2021 found that 29% of people now cite travel as a priority for retirement. Read the full report here: #GBRS21 What are your pension priorities?
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@ii_couk
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4 years
In this Richard Hunter interview, Michael Lindsell of Lindsell Train Global Equity talks about tech, luxury brands and weathering the Covid storm. Listen to the full podcast here! (Capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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So you've tackled the ins and outs of the stock market and you now understand the basics - but what next? Where do you invest your money? Our guide breaks down funds, investment trusts, EFTs and shares - and the pros and cons of each. (capital at risk)
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Investors are increasingly looking for investments that match their personal values. Learn how to use your stocks and shares ISA to invest ethically. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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More and more people are moving their pensions to our low-cost SIPP. Here are just some of the reasons why our customers love the ii SIPP: (capital at risk)
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Consistent interest rate increases and rising energy costs may have a negative impact on discretionary spending, but this company's share price has already taken a lot of the bad news into account. Read more on this here: (capital at risk) #Investing
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Which of these would be the first name on your investment team sheet? Vote below and listen to next week's episode of ii On The Money, to hear @K_S_Caldwell and @rebeccaoco discuss! #WorldCup2022 #OnTheMoney
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In episode four of The ii Family Money Show, It’s A Sin star @shaundooley tells @GabbyLogan about passing on pensions ‘advice’ to young actors on-set. Find, follow and listen on your usual podcast app and at:
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@ii_couk
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Happy new year, from everyone at interactive investor!
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Wondering whether you should put money into a SIPP or an ISA? Learn more to help your decisions here. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
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Looking for some investment inspiration? @_LeeWild_ shares ten stocks that are great dividend payers. Read here! (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Everything Bill Ackman does is big, and he doesn’t like to make mistakes. Here’s when Pershing Square Holdings’ star manager knows when it’s time to quit a position. Find out more here: (capital at risk) @BillAckman @_LeeWild_
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@ii_couk
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Our columnist @iancowie discusses the synergy between the two healthcare trusts he holds in his "forever fund". Read more here: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #IanCowie
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What is a stocks and shares ISA? Watch our video below to find out, and read more on our website! (capital at risk)
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The 10 most popular funds - June 2017
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. @ii_couk and @JamesEagle17 made this visualisation to show how #houseprices are more unaffordable than at any time since 1899
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@ii_couk
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Financial commentator @rodneyhobson shares five overseas stocks for your ISA. Are these previous winners still a 'buy'? Read more below! (Capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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When investing, it's important to remember not just to buy and forget, but to verify that your investment strategy is still on track. Learn more here about how to carry out a successful portfolio review: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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With high street shops closed and a string of new acquisitions under its belt, ASOS reported a record profit during the last lockdown. Richard Hunter discusses. (Capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Inheritance can be a tricky subject to address. In this episode of Mind & Money, we explore the importance of timing and how to approach these sensitive discussions, whether you’re the one giving or inheriting. (capital at risk)
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Despite the difficult dividend backdrop, during the third quarter of 2020 @IanCowie received trust dividends on time and to the right value. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Our columnist @iancowie had success after investing in this area earlier this year. He justifies the reasons for optimism in the long and short term. Find out more here: (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #IanCowie
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Listen to the latest ii Family Money Show with Gabby Logan, where Richard Curtis reveals the career ultimatum his dad gave him. Available on your podcast app now.
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Our companies analyst, @RichardBeddard , has published Decision Engine scores for the first time since October's important update. Read on to find out his recommended shares of the future. (capital at risk)
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US stocks have had an incredible run, and upcoming results are expected to be good. Our head of markets discusses possible outcomes. Read more here: (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
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Retirement dreams are different for everyone. Take part in our third annual Great British Retirement Survey today and help us paint a realistic picture of retirement in modern Britain.
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Oarsome news! We're sponsoring this year's @lwtboatraces . Find out more at @CUWBC @OUWBCsquad @CULRC @OULightweights
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interactive investor’s ETFs expert @tbaileybailey explains the different ways ETFs can track the market and why it should be important to you. (capital at risk)
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We highlight investment trusts with the biggest gap between their current discount and their five-year average. Read more here from @K_S_Caldwell : (capital at risk) #Investing #WeAreii #Trusts
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Future retirees are facing uncertainty over the level of state pension they will receive if they move abroad once the Brexit transitional period ends. (capital at risk)
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@ii_couk
interactive investor (ii)
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Tesla continues to divide investors, after their landmark results and plans for expansion were tainted by missed earnings targets. @EvansOnTheMoney discusses the current outlook for the electric car manufacturer. (capital at risk)
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Billionaire investor Bill Ackman talks to interactive investor’s Lee Wild about his portfolio and how he’s getting creative with his use of capital. Find out more here: (capital at risk) @BillAckman @_LeeWild_
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