News by: Gavin Lumsden
Market Blog: bargain hunters drive FTSE to strong finish
'Can we string more than just a one-day bounce together before we have another big sell-off?' ask brokers.
Why ‘free’ banking is a dangerous myth
As Andrew Bailey (pictured) from the Bank of England says, there is no such thing as free banking, just unfair banking. It's time for a change.
Market blog: FTSE closes below 5,300
Shares fall further as European leaders meet to discuss growth and hopes of action wane.
Diary of a Top Stocker: can I invest my way out of trouble?
I've identified 11 Top Stocks that could be good value after the recent falls. Have a look and help me prepare for a big roll of the dice.
FTSE closes above 5,300 but bank and euro concerns weigh
European markets bounced back a little but progress was tentative after last week's losses. Small cap tech stock Pursuit Dynamics (PUDY.L) plunged 80% after Procter & Gamble pulled out of a deal.
5 reasons you should worry about Greece and the euro
(Update) The eurozone once again faces a full-blown crisis centred on Greece. What does it mean for people in the UK?
What are bonds and how do they work?
Gavin Lumsden concludes his introduction to investment income with a look at fixed interest stocks or bonds.
Market blog: FTSE falls as Bankia shares tumble
FTSE 100 drops further as the Spanish bank's shares plunge on reports that depositors have withdrawn €1 billion since last Wednesday.
Market blog: Greek bank run fears knock FTSE
The eurozone crisis is a 'slow motion bank run' says one fund manager in response to reports that Greeks are pulling euros out of their banks.
F&C plans trust launches in push for DIY investors
F&C Asset Management aims to expand its 17-strong range of investment trusts as part of a shake-up of the business.
Market blog: FTSE falls as Greece calls another election
European markets fell as President Karolos Papoulias of Greece ordered a new election to break the country's political deadlock.
Why Asia-focused Prudential beats other insurers
Prudential's first quarter results showed it storming ahead of its rivals.
Market blog: Barclays takes a hit as FTSE slides
'Investors are preparing themselves for what is now an almost inevitability that Greece will exit the eurozone,' says analyst Angus Campbell.
The Lolly Investor Programme: understanding shares and dividends
The search for income underpins most forms of investment. Here is how shares and dividends work.
Shareholder Spring: a revolution that needs to grow much bigger
It's been great to see shareholders wield power at recent annual general meetings but surely comparisons with the Arab Spring are misplaced?
Citywire Top Stocks welcomes 6 newcomers
There are six new entrants to Citywire Top Stocks this month, including two insurers, one chemicals company and a well-known maker of medical devices.
Aviva boss quits after AGM defeat
Andrew Moss, chief executive of insurance group Aviva, has stepped down following the historic shareholder revolt at its AGM last week.
How to avoid share fraudsters
Jonathan Phelan of the Financial Services Authority explains how to evade 'boiler room' fraudsters.
Recovering RBS takes step towards dividends
Taxpayer-owned Royal Bank of Scotland could resume dividends to ordinary shareholders in the second half of next year.
The 20 fastest rising shares in April
Find out which 20 stocks did best last month and what lay behind the share price gains.