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The pandemic could cause major problems for the commercial property sector. Shares looks at how investors in office blocks and shopping centres could be affected and suggests alternative opportunities in the real estate sector.

Also this week: why retail investors could get more access to discounted share placings, the outlook for the clothing retail sector, and everything you need to know about picking bond funds.

Discover an investment trust which is invested in lots of companies still paying dividends, and learn why a cyber security ETF is in demand.

News

Investors warned to watch balance sheet strength

Study says cash to short-term debt ratio worse than during 2009 crisis

News

Frontier Developments upgrades earnings guidance for second time

The growth spurt is even more impressive given that physical store sales are effectively on hold

Great Ideas

Buy this ETF to profit from firms fighting the hackers

Cyber security will be central to a post-coronavirus world and this product is a top way to play the theme

News

Consumer stocks rally on lockdown easing hopes

Airlines, retailers and leisure groups all surge as the UK looks to reopen

News

Why has the FTSE found it hard to push ahead in the past six weeks?

Concerns over Brexit and trade wars resurface as virus threat recedes

Great Ideas

We remain bullish on Pets at Home despite profit warning

Pet care leader disappoints with profit warning as stockpiling surge unwinds and costs mount

Great Ideas

13% gain in a fortnight from our Motorpoint idea

Shares in the used car retailer accelerate on operations relaunch update

Great Ideas

This trust invests in many companies still paying dividends

BMO Capital & Income looks ideal for anyone wanting to generate an income from their investments

Ask Tom

How does the pensions test at age 75 work?

Our resident pensions expert Tom Selby explains the rules

Editor's View

Discounted shares aren’t always a bargain

While retail investors could be offered greater participation in cut-price fundraisings, remember that cheap isn’t necessarily good

Russ Mould

What a corporate dash for cash could mean for investors

Companies are going cap in hand to shareholders as they respond to the crisis

Feature

Clothing retail post-corona: smaller, faster, cheaper

The shake-out in the sector will be brutal and only those that adapt now will survive

Personal Finance

Pocket money apps: what are they and which is best?

We see what the most popular ones have to offer including GoHenry, Osper and RoosterMoney

Feature

Rethink your property investments

Some of the classic places may no longer make you money

Under The Bonnet

Inspecs is a great little stock that could thrive post-coronavirus

This vertically integrated eyewear frames maker has competitive advantages and a clear growth vision

First-time Investor

Understanding bonds and how to invest in them

Adding bonds to an investment portfolio increases diversification and provides more secure sources of income

Your Questions Answered

I need help understanding share price movements on ex-dividend day

Stock movements often fail to reflect the amount of cash leaving a company’s balance sheet

Feature

Emerging markets: Views from the experts

Three things the Franklin Templeton Emerging Markets Equity team are thinking about today

Feature

The emerging markets technology story

How the sector has gained prominence in the developing world