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Putting aside money on a regular basis is paramount to funding the big events in life. Knowing where to invest can be the hard bit.

Fear not as the new issue of Shares picks a range of investment trusts for different age groups and investment goals such as paying university fees and enjoying an active retirement. Don't miss this essential article.

The digital magazine also explains what Japan's general election result means for UK investors. There is also a look at the forthcoming IPO by Arqiva, the next big name to potentially join the FTSE 100.

Great Ideas

Allied Irish Banks could make you a tidy profit

The once-nationalised bank is now looking much healthier

News

Car retailers in the spotlight after Pendragon warning

Motor retailer says life is getting harder... but was this really ‘new’ news?

News

Slowdown in Costa sales growth weighs on Whitbread’s share price

Half year results poorly received by the market

News

Japanese equities buoyed by Abe’s victory

But one investment expert implies Abe’s policies aren’t fixing the country’s economy

News

ASOS fast approaching same size as M&S

The online retailer has soared in value over its 17 year life

News

Arqiva set to be UK’s largest IPO of the year… but is it worth backing?

Changing consumer habits and large debts cast a shadow over dividend and infrastructure appeal

Feature

Why the drug space is looking more attractive

Shares in parts of the sector are rising and there is a rich stream of news flow in the coming months

Great Ideas

Tiny building materials firm could become £1bn player

SigmaRoc is cranking up the deal flow and its shares are cheap

Personal Finance

How September’s inflation figure could affect your finances

There is some good news for people saving into a pension and for those already in retirement

Great Ideas

Triple whammy of bad news for WPP

Weak performance of rival business and issues with two customers weigh on media company

Editor's View

We need to help more people understand money management

Parents and grandparents play an important role in helping children develop good habits when it comes to saving and spending money

Feature

DotDigital looks to accelerate growth

Acquisitions could be on the cards to bolster reach and functionality

Week Ahead

Third quarter update is very important for Next

Quarterly update from retail barometer will be keenly observed for improvement signs

Under The Bonnet

Photo-Me: putting investors in the picture

Mid cap group is often overlooked despite being a cash generative instant service equipment innovation gem

Feature

UK M&A activity leads Europe

Weak sterling continues to make UK businesses attractive to foreign buyers

Feature

IWG profit warning triggers major earnings downgrade

Serviced office giant shocks investors with poor trading update

Feature

Shares in ConvaTec now trade below IPO price

The company suffered a huge share price blow as supply issues hit sales growth

Week Ahead

Three of the largest London-listed banks to update on trading

All eyes are on Barclays, Royal Bank of Scotland and HSBC releasing results

Feature

Why bad weather is good news for BP Marsh

City analyst outlines why a potential hike in insurance premiums should benefit this small cap firm

Funds

Favourite funds to get upside Stateside

The US is the largest equity market by far. Here are three funds with different ways to play the region

Feature

Investment trusts for every stage of life

Ideal solutions to fund university fees, holidays, retirement and more

Feature

Refractory giant set for UK stock market debut

RHI Magnesita could soon be a member of the FTSE 250 index

Personal Finance

How and when to pick a financial adviser

The questions to ask and websites to look at before signing on the dotted line