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US share prices climbed to new highs in 2024. We discuss what drove the rally and whether it can continue next year.

The buzz around artificial intelligence and its potential to transform the global economy is real, but don’t expect an overnight transformation.

Vanguard’s James Norton reflects on the investment landscape over 2024 and highlights four lessons he will take into the new year.

If you want to invest in the future of your children, why not consider a JISA as a gift option?

The 60/40 model has shown resilience, despite losses in 2022, showing the benefits of a balanced portfolio.

Learn about the different approaches to ESG (environmental, social and governance) investing that we use in our index and active funds.

2024 was a positive year for investors, but what lies ahead? Our experts share their insights into the economic and market outlook for 2025 and beyond.

The gender pensions gap leaves many women with less financial security in retirement. We explore five ways to close the gap and secure the future you deserve.

Find out what inheritance tax is, how the tax-free thresholds work and some of the ways to potentially reduce your estate’s IHT bill.

‘Bed and ISA’ or ‘bed and pension’ means moving investments from a general account to an ISA or pension. We discuss how it works and whether it’s worth doing.

The chancellor announced an increase in capital gains tax rates in the Autumn Budget. Here, we explore some of the ways to help reduce your CGT exposure.

Joe Davis, Vanguard’s chief economist, explains why it will take many years before artificial intelligence (AI) realises its full potential.