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How to buy tech. Three ways to gain exposure to some of the world’s most innovative companies.

Plus, how Shares' tips of the year are beating the wider market, what the experts think the second half of the year might hold for markets and how investors are reacting to news of incumbent Joe Biden’s exit from the US presidential race.

Investment ideas include a luxury car maker and an Asian fund focused on income and you can also read an article from Dame Helena Morrissey on how she juggles parenthood and a busy career.

Discover what the King’s Speech means for UK stocks and how to save money on holiday.

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Three ways to buy tech

How to get exposure to the world's most innovative companies

Great Ideas

Diversify your dividends with Abrdn Asian Income Fund

This quality-focused trust taps into capital and income growth across Asia and boasts 15 years of unbroken dividend growth

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Discover what the experts expect for the rest of 2024

The prospects for rates, why emerging markets might shine and why the US election could prove a wildcard

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What the does the King’s speech mean for the economy and stocks?

Housebuilding is high on Labour’s agenda, but retailers and hospitality firms face a bigger regulatory and cost burden

Great Ideas

Porsche AG has been weak, here’s why it is now a bargain

Shares in heritage sports car brand can overcome short-term issues to rally

News

More volatility in prospect as Biden exits the presidential race

Uncertainty abounds as the battle for the White House enters its final months

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Our 2024 picks are still beating the market but performance is uneven

Four of our 10 stocks are still stubbornly refusing to play ball

Russ Mould

Are UK equities ready for a return to favour with global investors?

A low earnings multiple and high shareholder returns are an attractive combination

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How does South Korea compare to other emerging markets?

Examining a market which splits the big index providers

Great Ideas

Investors should give Burberry one last chance before checking out

Luxury firm has been our worst stock pick this year by some margin

Money Matters

How I balanced a successful career with having children

Take it a step at a time, be open to opportunities and keep family and colleagues close

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Income investors make hay as UK dividend payments hit all-time high

Second-quarter payouts rose 11% to a record £36.7 billion

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Geopolitical tensions drive contract wins at defence support firm Cohort

Shares hit an all-time high on record sales and new orders

Ask Rachel

As a higher-rate tax payer can I use a SIPP to reduce my tax bill?

We look at the rules on transferring shares and the potential tax implications

News

Downtrend looks set to continue for specialty chemical-maker Victrex

The latest trading update did nothing to alleviate fears around earnings

Week Ahead

Investors will be hoping for a clearly positive message from Rightmove

The firm’s May trading update did little to inspire confidence

Week Ahead

Can Procter & Gamble raise earnings guidance again?

Volume growth and cost and currency headwinds will be in sharp focus when the Pampers-to-Gillette maker reports

Week Ahead

Market volatility distracts investors from the bigger picture

Central banks are more interested in prices than moves in stocks

Editor's View

Boom time for the travel sector could be coming to an end

Why Ryanair warning will spark a chill among investors in the airline space

Personal Finance

How to manage your spending on your summer holidays

Some essential do’s and don’ts to make your money go further

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Emerging markets: semiconductor price hikes, South Korea 'value up' and geopolitical tensions

Three things the Templeton Emerging Markets Investment Trust team are thinking about today.

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