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Understanding investments

The value of investments can fall as well as rise, and you may not get back the full amount you invest. Eligibility criteria, fees and charges apply.

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Investing for beginners
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Investing for beginners

If you’re looking to build wealth over time, then investing your money could be a good way to start. Don’t know where to begin? We have the tools and information to help you take those first steps. 

What is inflation?

We all know that prices rise over time – inflation is the economic term used to describe that. And the rate of inflation that you often see reported in the news shows how quickly they’re going up.

How inflation affects you

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Not your first rodeo?

Wondering what your next moves could be? Looking to diversify your portfolio? Whatever your concern we could help you make confident decisions that you’re comfortable with.

Looking ahead

Investment planning means taking care of your future self. Whether it’s 10, 20 or 30 years down the line, start looking ahead and planning for the life you want.

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Election outcome update

Investment outlook

Published: July 2024

What does the UK election result mean for investors? The experts at Coutts – the bank behind our investment offering –  have shared their views on how it could impact markets and their investment positioning in a new insight article. 

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Mid-year Investment Outlook 2024

Quarterly market update

Published: July 2024

Read about global markets and trends in the latest edition of our investment outlook.

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