Here we attempt to explain in simple terms all the different asset backed investments open to the individual investor, from contribution levels right through to taxation treatment of each investment.
Investments
Investing money needs careful consideration and you need to be absolutely sure of the risks involved. This section provides generic information on different types of saving & investment. You should seek advice appropriate to your specific circumstances prior to making any decisions.
The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate Cash ISA’s
In this document we look at all the various deposit based investment vehicles available in the marketplace today and what they mean to the individual investor.
In 2017 the contribution limit for Cash ISAs and Stocks and Shares ISAs was effectively merged, with the overall limit increased to £20,000
This document looks at the different investment vehicles available to the individual investor together with the key points to note. This is an at-a-glance guide with more detailed information being contained in the other documents on this page. The value of investments and income from them may go down. You may not get back the original amount invested and the levels, basis and reliefs of taxation are subject to change.
UK News
The slowdown in the market was expected due to the lowering of thresholds at which buyers need to start paying stamp duty at.
The move to increase staff numbers comes as the coffee shop giant continues to see sales fall.
There is no data on how widely cash is accepted which puts the UK at risk of becoming cashless, a report warns.
Those without upgraded meters could also find their heating stuck on or off, energy watchdog Ofgem warns.
The real battleground of the current trade war might be China's domestic economy