Investments articles

Which age group cares the most about ESG? We asked 1000 savers from three generations to reveal the themes that matter -- and those that don’t!

Part three of our series looking at how Covid-19 has changed investing and our views on markets.

Part two of our series looking at how COVID-19 has changed investing and our views on markets.

2019 was a huge year for our work on changing companies for the better. Here’s a quick look at the decisive action we’re taking on behalf of customers to tackle issues as diverse as climate change and income inequality.

Sometimes known as responsible investing or sustainable investing, ESG is about including environmental, social and governance factors that you may wish to consider in your investment decision making.

Last week’s bounce in US company share performance reflects investors’ new-found optimism. Here’s why we’re still cautious.

Our Multi-Index funds combine a mixture of index funds with investments in company shares, bonds and commercial property.

Conventional wisdom says cash is king and stocks are risky. This is true – in the short term. But over a longer time horizon, leaving your money in cash may not be the best way to guard against losing value.

Conventional wisdom says cash is king and stocks are risky. This is true – in the short term. But over a longer time horizon, leaving your money in cash may not be the best way to guard against losing value.

Goals, time horizon, risk and diversification are key elements to consider when investing.

Public concern around the dangers posed by climate change has reached unprecedented levels.

When it comes to money, things can seem complicated and we can feel overwhelmed by the amount of information that’s out there about what we should be doing.

Put simply, investing is another form of saving.

Bank accounts are often viewed as one of the safest homes for your money. But what happens if we take price rises into account?

If you’re uncertain what’s best for your savings, investments and pensions, it might be a good idea to consult a professional financial adviser but finding one can be a challenge.

Ever wondered how your savings stack up against the average Brit’s?

Want to start setting some money aside each month? We’ve got some ideas to help get you started.

As part of our Own Your World campaign, we’ve surveyed your attitudes towards the environment and what we need to do to create a better future world.

If you’ve dreamed of retiring at 50 and blowing your savings on an all-out trip to Asia or South America, research you’re not alone.

There is no set date for interest to be paid on cash ISAs, so it is up to the provider to decide when interest will be paid. See what you need to know.