Why do women still retire with less wealth than men?
Career breaks, maternity leaves and lower lifetime earnings continue to create a significant pension gap
Managing Personal Wealth Special Report
Investing is not what it used to be, so here’s what to consider
Key for investors is to remember that market volatility is a constant
Longer lifespans are a gift, but will your savings be enough?
Planning ahead with a close eye on your financial needs in retirement can deliver security and peace of mind
The most tax-efficient savings product on the market
There is very little not to like about pension saving
For Irish savers, there has never been more options from European banks
While long-term wealth building can be better served through investing, the cash you choose to hold on deposit still needs to work for you
Sustainable funds show signs of recovering after challenging year
The range of responsible investment solutions available to clients has expanded significantly
Access to investing has opened the gates for alternative funds
Once the preserve of select groups, alternative investments are now mainstream
AI investing: A tool for humans or the traders of the future?
AI can improve efficiency across the investment industry but human judgment will remain critical
Going for gold: World’s largest reserve asset continues to shine
For most Irish investors, the starting point is high-purity gold bullion, which is VAT exempt
Who stands to benefit from the Government’s Personal Investment Account?
Irish people are keen savers but considerably more cautious when it comes to investing
Young people being pushed into volatile stocks, says bank chief
As you start out in your career, the key is to become confident in dealing with your finances rather than chase huge returns
Inheritance planning: here are the tax considerations
House deposits, leaving money, capital gains and inheritance tax – what’s the best way to share wealth with your children?
It pays to have a financial plan for every stage of life
From paying off loans to saving for a wedding, financial planning makes sense no matter who you are
The single best investment most people can ever make
Not only do investors get tax relief on their contributions, but they also enjoy tax free growth in their pension fund
Playing the percentage game to assess your risk appetite
You win some, you lose some; but how many hits are you prepared to take?
Ask the expert v DIY: The pros and cons of investing solo
Knowledge, tax obligations, diversification – go-it-alone investment may be easier now but there are many bases to cover
Gold glitters once more: Safe, tradeable and selling at an all-time high
In times of uncertainty, precious metals comes into their own as a safe bet and defensive investment strategy
Hands-off approach works best for stock market investing
All equity investing should be long term, experts advise. And the less you look at your portfolio, the better
Backing the future – how venture capital is reshaping Ireland’s economy
Venture capital is fuelling growth but we need stronger domestic players and more international investment to stay competitive
Crypto is back but it’s an investment option that’s not for the faint-hearted
Digital assets have re-entered the financial conversation but their extreme volatility raises the question: are they a suitable home for people’s savings?
Making your money work for you in a balanced way
While there are very good reasons to keep some money in deposit accounts for a rainy day, investing is essential to beat inflation
Diversification offers strength and security in good times and bad
To spread risk, choose a broad mix of assets or managed portfolios that offer exposure to multiple asset classes and regions
Strong investment returns on the cards if you’re patient enough to wait
Investing is a bit like the hare and the tortoise, so you need to channel your inner tortoise
When you dabble in DIY investing, you flirt with risk
Online platforms makes it easier to invest directly but if you are bypassing brokers, be advised that it’s always a gamble
Key to wealth management is aligning financial plans with personal goals
There is no one size fits all method. One should creating a plan suited for your individual circumstances
Diversification of investments is the key to long term growth
Equities outperform other asset classes in the longer term for investors who can withstand volatility and temporary losses
A good investment adviser will help you weigh up your risk appetite
If you can put up with the volatility you get rewarded for it in the long run, says investment strategist
Property investment: It still pays to take a punt on bricks and mortar
Despite the limitations on rent increases, residential investment property owners still benefit from healthy capital appreciation
Europe is leading the recovery after global green investment wobble
What’s the best advice for environmentally and socially conscious investors who want to make a decent return?
Gold offers certainty amid market volatility and geopolitical crisis
A new generation of investors is seeing gold as a safe haven, with values predicted to match historical highs
Exchange traded funds in Europe expected to rise to $3tn by 2028
Ireland is the leading domicile for ETFs in Europe, with growth predicted to continue
An hour-long meeting is usually all it takes to set up a pension
Over one third of Irish workers do not have any pension coverage other than the state pension.
The money illusion: Prudence won’t protect your cash from inflation
Interest rates don’t match inflation but investment in risk assets can pay off in the long term
In the mix: Diversifying is designed to work over time
By widening the spread of your investment, the likelihood of any one major downturn upending everything is reduced.
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