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How to buy bonds?
First, you’ll need an online investment account. Once set-up, you can buy bonds when they are first issued, aka released, or buy them after issue from another investor. To buy at issue, you’ll…
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What is a unicorn company?
It’s a privately owned, start-up with a value of $1 Billion or more. There are 91 companies in the world with this status. Most of these are from China and then the US.…
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Where is a safe place to put my funds that will give a reasonable return?
Lending money is regarded as the safest way to invest. It’s safer than buying shares because the price of shares move around, aka 'are volatile', which means the value of your investment changes.…
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What should I consider when buying stocks?
When you buy a stock, you become a shareholder of a company. So, short-term market movements aside, the value of your investment depends on the health of the business. Look for businesses that…
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What is the easiest way to become a billionaire?
According to a recent study, there are 2,208 billionaires in the world. And, FYI their average wealth is $4.1bill (£3.1bill). Working 9 til 5 is not going to make you a billion. Most billionaires…
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How can I invest my money ethically?
Through buying shares in or lending money to companies which are in line with your social and environmental beliefs. Usually companies regarded as ‘ethical’ look to have a positive impact on society, treat employees fairly,…
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I am looking for a stock & shares ISA. Can you help?
Stocks & Shares ISAs (aka Investment ISAs) are available from banks or brokers and most give online access to a large range of investments, think: shares, bonds, funds, … So unless you are…
