Investment market update: March 2022

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Throughout March, the war in Ukraine continued to dominate headlines and affect investment portfolios around the world. Many companies, from well-known businesses like L’Oréal and Coca-Cola to smaller firms, have withdrawn operations from Russia, including online sales. Others, such as Unilever and Nestlé, have halted investment in the country but are continuing to provide some […]

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12 online puzzles like Wordle to give your brain a workout in 5 minutes

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Back in October 2021, Brooklyn-based software developer Josh Wardle designed a simple online game that his crossword-loving partner would enjoy playing during lockdown. After sending it to his family WhatsApp group, it was launched to the public in November with an initial 90 players. Now, Wordle has become a global phenomenon. Millions of players tackle […]

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Do you think you’d never be fooled by a scammer after watching the Tinder Swindler? Here are the tricks fraudsters use

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Have you watched the Tinder Swindler or Puppet Master on Netflix and wondered how people could fall for the scams? Watching the stories unfold through a screen means you can spot the red flags and inconsistencies, but when a scammer is targeting you, it can be much harder than you think to look at your […]

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3 interesting pieces of data that show why you shouldn’t panic during market volatility

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Over the last two years, investors have experienced a lot of volatility. If you’ve been tempted to change long-term plans, data can highlight why you shouldn’t panic. At the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, markets fell sharply, and investors continued to experience volatility as the situation and restrictions changed. Just as things were slowly getting […]

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Why good retirement planning is about more than your pension and money

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If you’re nearing retirement, you may be starting to think about planning the next stage of your life. What steps spring to mind? You may prioritise organising your pension, claiming your State Pension, or reviewing how much you have in a savings account. These steps are important for creating security, yet good retirement planning goes […]

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Your older pensions could be delivering “poor value for money”, and it could cost you thousands of pounds

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If you opened a defined contribution (DC) pension in the 1990s or 2000s, the charges you’re paying could be higher than comparable pensions opened more recently. Between now and your retirement, the difference could add up to thousands of pounds. Research conducted by the Institute for Fiscal Studies found that many older DC pensions deliver […]

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