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Inheritance tax rules, confusion over freelance tax payments and investing in fine wines

Inheritance tax rules are due for a shake up - FT Money editor Claer Barrett asks whether efforts to simplify the system can ever shake off its claim to be "Britain's most hated tax"? Next, experts discuss whether the IR35 tax rules are flawed or not. And finally, Alan Livsey, the FT's wine buff talks about an investment that is literally liquid - fine wine.

 

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Investing for the under 40s - the pros and cons of the Lifetime Isa

Presenter Claer Barrett and guests explore how under 40s are using the Lifetime Isa to save for a property, or invest for the future. What strategies are younger investors taking? Plus the new rules on automatic compensation when broadband goes down, and the six ways pensions scammers are most likely to try and con you - would you fall for it? 


 

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Escape the motherhood penalty, teenage investors and 'best buy' investment lists

Having a baby is one of the best things that could happen in your life - but sadly it could also be the worst thing that could happen to your finances. We discuss the effects of the gender pay gap. Plus FT Money editor Claer Barrett talks to guests about what kind of investor Adrian Mole could have grown into. And what could happen to the 'best buy' lists used by fund supermarkets in the wake of the Woodford scandal?

 

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How to set up your own investment club 

FT Money editor Claer Barrett and guests discuss how tens of thousands of UK private investors are meeting in pubs, restaurants and private homes to discuss how to beat the market - with tips for anyone thinking of doing the same.

Plus why the wealthy get married in secret, and how banks could do more to help customers with mental health issues. 

 

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Investment trusts: family trusts, dividend heroes and compared to other investments

On this week's FT Money show we discuss investment trusts and the different ways investors can use them in their portfolios. Presenter Emma Agyemang, FT Money reporter, talks to Jason Hollands, managing director at Tilney Group and Moira O'Neill of interactive investor about how listeners can invest alongside the wealthiest families. Plus, the dividend heroes - which offer the most consistent income and are they still a good option for investors? And finally, Merryn Somerset Webb tells listeners why she thinks investment trusts have a better chance of lasting a lifetime compared to other assets.

 

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Pensions advice, new overdraft rules and Latin terms in the investment world

Have you been mis-sold pensions advice? FT Money Show presenter Claer Barrett talks to the FT's pensions expert Josephine Cumbo about the suitability of financial advice in relation to retirement planning. Next up on the show we discuss how the new bank overdraft rules could affect you. And finally, does your financial adviser speak your language? FT columnist Moira O'Neill has spoken out against the widespread use of Latin terms in the investment world - should it be allowed to continue ad infinitum?   

 

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Investing through the crisis

Claer Barrett explores some of the biggest issues facing small investors with investment columnist Merryn Somerset Webb and Fidelity’s Maike Currie. 

 

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Jancis Robinson on how to invest in wine, part one

A Marie Kondo-style approach is best, according to serious collectors – if it doesn’t spark joy, sell it




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HMRC suspends some tax investigations due to pandemic

Tax authority switches focus to supporting businesses and individuals via job retention scheme 




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If investing was a game show would you be a winner?

Our festival panel consign their financial nasties to Room 101




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Should we keep calm and carry on investing? 

Money worries have taken on a new meaning with the market woes and the Budget next week




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Rio Tinto faces fresh investor revolt over Mongolia mine

Pentwater Capital calls for boardroom change in vehicle developing Oyu Tolgoi




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SoftBank warns of $9.6bn investment losses due to coronavirus

Pandemic puts more pressure on Masayoshi Son’s bet on beleaguered WeWork




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Brazil’s supreme court authorises investigation into Bolsonaro

Former justice minister had accused president of political interference in police work




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Investors brace for losses in Argentina debt talks

Creditors prepare for tough negotiations after IMF calls on them to share the pain




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European regulators ramp up scrutiny of investment fund liquidity

Heavy redemptions during coronavirus-induced sell-off  spark concerns




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Coronavirus forces investor rethink on social issues

The ESG spotlight has turned to how companies treat their employees, customers and suppliers




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Investment biker Jim Rogers desperate to hit the road

Renowned investor warns market correction is not over but there is value in commodities




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Coronavirus crisis is a moment the investment industry should seize

Efforts to improve diversity and inclusion must not be sidelined as companies rebuild




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Stress and burnout: an FT investigation

How bad is the problem of stress and burnout in corporate life? Lilah Raptopoulos carried out a reader-driven investigation into the topic with James Fontanella-Khan, the FT's corporate deals editor. They reveal their findings in this podcast. Read the story at ft.com/mentalhealth Listen to the Everything Else podcast here


Contributors: Griselda Murray Brown, Commissioning editor, Arts, Lilah Raptopoulos, US head of audience engagement, and James Fontanella-Khan, corporate deals editor. Producer: David Waters

 

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What sterling's fall means for shoppers, exporters and investors

Sterling has taken a beating in the currency markets, falling to a fresh two-year low against the US dollar on Tuesday. Michael Hunter discusses why this has happened and who will be affected with Katie Martin, the FT's capital markets editor.


Contributors: Michael Hunter, markets reporter, and Katie Martin, capital markets editor. Producer: Fiona Symon

 

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US solar industry powers ahead as investors back batteries

Fund managers and energy-hungry tech companies bankroll ‘solar-plus-storage’ projects




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Global investors warn S Korea’s Kepco over carbon emissions

State-backed utility under pressure as it plans to invest in new coal mines




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Coronavirus fears leave investors huddling in utilities

Demand for classically defensive stocks rises as viral outbreak worsens




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Investors turn bearish on the pound

Short bets rise to highest level of 2020 over Brexit and Covid-19 concerns




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Boeing investors could wait ‘years’ for dividend to return

Aircraft maker’s chief executive says focus will be on rebuilding balance sheet post-pandemic




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Investors hunt for ‘survivors’ in US earnings season

In crisis mode, profits and growth matter much less than ability to ride out a downturn




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Sanjeev Gupta pledges to invest €2bn as part of emissions fight

Liberty Steel to modernise European plants in effort to become carbon neutral




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Shell dividend cut puts Big Oil investment case in focus

Supermajors’ status as reliable income stocks questioned as earnings plunge




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Investors Chronicle: Keystone Law, BP, HSBC

Companies analysis from our sister publication




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Samsung shares create Korea headache for US investors

Change in Kospi 200 composition prompts US venues to suspend related derivatives




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Blackstone makes new investment in coronavirus-hit casinos

Private equity group acquires 10% stake in Australia’s Crown Resorts




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Coronavirus: Retail investors attempt to navigate crisis

DIY investors and those in pensions drawdown scramble to adapt as stock markets plunge 




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Income investors face ‘dividend drought’

£3.5bn worth of dividend payments cancelled this week 




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Income-seeking investors face an uphill struggle 

Even dividends from stalwarts Shell and BP may be in doubt in the fallout from the Covid-19 crisis 




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Westminster loses battle over pension fund investments

Court rules government guidance that bans boycotts against foreign countries is unlawful




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Australia’s biggest pension fund says investors will withdraw billions

Executive points to ‘heaps of liquidity’ as members get access to cash due to coronavirus




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Odey called out over Brazil agriculture investment

Global Witness highlights UK hedge fund’s stake in company accused of environmental violations




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Wall Street ends higher as investors look past immediate downturn

US stocks shake off loan loss warnings from country’s largest banks




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Predatory investors exploit leaseholders’ cladding dilemma

Properties changing hands for tens of thousands less than market value




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Capita’s shares hit as investors worry over restructuring

Chief Jon Lewis admits outsourcer has ‘more to do and requires more investment’ than expected




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CVC and Blackstone in talks to invest in Italian football league

Private equity firms in separate discussions to back coronavirus-hit Serie A




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Top investor calls for dismissal of Wirecard chief Markus Braun

Deka Investment urges chairman to act quickly to end crisis of confidence in payments group after special audit




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Wirecard under investigation over statements to investors

German regulator looks at group’s statements ahead of KPMG special audit report




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Empty US hotels increase pressure on debt investors

JPMorgan data show about one in four loans was behind on payments last month




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Investors fear Italy is heading for ‘junk’ borrower status

Coveted top-quality rating hanging by a thread as Moody’s decision looms




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Investors blast EU’s omission of oil from ESG disclosures

Latest proposal accused of being misleading over environmental risk




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Investors make big bets on silver closing giant gap with gold

For some analysts the industrial metal looks cheap, even given the Covid-19 slowdown




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Are Woodford woes an opportunity for patient tech investors?

The Adventurous Investor senses there could be future value in spinout specialists




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Cannabis remains an investment market worth watching

Promises of huge growth are yet to materialise — but there’s huge potential