Italy: Politics and the role of investment advice in uncertainty
The anti-establishment Five Star Movement and League have been sworn in to form a coalition government in Italy, finally bringing an end to nearly three months of political deadlock. It’s been a messy...
View ArticleTax Freedom Day: Top tax-saving tips to make your money go further
Tax Freedom Day fell on the 29 May this year, three days later than in 2017 and the latest in over two decades, showing that Brits are having to work more days to pay off their tax bill. Here we give...
View ArticleHelping your children onto the property ladder with an ISA
One of the largest mortgage lenders in the UK, the Bank of Mum and Dad are providing crucial cash injections to one in four property purchases, as they are expected to give or loan over £5.7 billion...
View ArticleMarket update: Italian politics, trade war threats and the US macro backdrop
Financial markets performed a little bit better in May, as some of the uncertainties seen in the first quarter dissipated and equities seemed to ride on the tailwind of a healthy earnings season. But...
View ArticleNew feature: Moneyfarm launches the Advice Centre
As one of the first digital wealth managers to offer regulated investment advice, we’re excited to announce the launch of our Advice Centre. We’ve always been committed to closing the advice gap...
View ArticleChoosing the right investment account: GIA or ISA
When you’re looking to grow your wealth, there are some simple things you can do to make your money go further, and it all starts with getting the right investment account for your goals. So, should...
View ArticleHow pound cost averaging can help maximise your investment returns
You’re looking to grow your money for the future, but recent market movements have made you question whether now is the right time to invest. Correctly timing the market is a huge challenge for even...
View ArticleWhat is an index?
It’s too difficult to monitor each investment within every market – there are over 2,600 different companies listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange alone. Luckily, investors can judge...
View ArticleWhy your money is secure with Moneyfarm
When you want to give your money the best chance to grow, security is important. It’s important to us at Moneyfarm, too. We work hard to ensure the investment process runs smoothly for our investors,...
View ArticleHow we select the ETFs for your Moneyfarm Portfolio
At Moneyfarm, we use Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) to build our investment portfolios. Although they’re simple investments, picking the right mix to help you reach your financial goals is more...
View ArticleWhat’s the best way to invest £10,000?
With £10,000 sat in your bank, you’re in a good place – you’ve got three months of expenses saved up, so what on earth do you do with it now? Whether you’ve inherited it, saved hard, or had a winning...
View ArticleParents: Have that peaceful summer holiday without worrying about your finances
The big family summer holiday is fast approaching, and after months of hard saving you can’t wait to switch off by the pool with the Financial Times Summer reading list as the younger kids play in the...
View ArticleTax breaks for your retirement
There are ample tax benefits to take advantage of when you’re saving into a personal pension, and the good news is that the tax breaks don’t end once you’re in retirement. Thanks to government-led...
View ArticleMarket update: Trade tensions, interest rates and political uncertainty
It was an eventful first half of the year, with volatility marking the beginning and trade tensions closing the six months. Although financial markets have regained composure, investors should expect...
View ArticleIs the US in a trade war with China?
US President Donald Trump has just slapped tariffs on $34 billion of Chinese imports, firing the loudest shot in recent trade tensions. As global powerhouses retaliate with force, this trade spat...
View ArticleMoneyfarm update: An exciting start to 2018
A message from Co-Founder and Chief Executive Giovanni Daprà. Moneyfarm reached a number of exciting milestones in the first six months of the year, as we focused on greater personalisation of the...
View ArticleThe thinking behind the latest Moneyfarm rebalancing
Headed up by our Chief Investment Officer, Richard Flax, our asset allocation team monitor the markets on your behalf, analysing market movements against the long-term goals of your portfolio, helping...
View ArticleMoneyfarm wins Best Online Direct to Consumer Investment Platform at the...
Moneyfarm has won Best Online Direct to Consumer Investment Platform at the 21st annual YourMoney.com Awards, the longest-standing consumer finance awards in the UK. We’re thrilled to win such an...
View ArticleChoosing the best ISA
If you’re looking for a simple, tax-efficient way to grow your money on the financial markets, a stocks and shares ISA is probably for you. Yet, with a number of different options available, how do you...
View ArticleMoneyfarm and Which? Mortgage Advisers’ guide to helping your children onto...
Moneyfarm has partnered with Which? Mortgage Advisers to create a must-have guide for parents wanting to help their children on the property ladder, kicking off its ‘Once in a Lifetime’ investment...
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