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Facebook flotation: what's to like?

Few can fail to be impressed by the social media firm's numbers, but can it justify a $100 billion (£62 billion) valuation in its flotation today?
18 May 2012 | 12:33 pm

Chart of the Day: 4 views on the US economy

A look at the relative health of four of the key US economic indicators.  
18 May 2012 | 11:51 am

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.
18 May 2012 | 11:39 am

Gold's poor showing perplexed us, says Newton's Stewart

Iain Newton, manager of the Newton Real Return fund, a pick of Citywire Selection, admits: 'Our gold exposure was awful in 2011 and it is perplexing.'
18 May 2012 | 10:32 am

Efficiency drive in US healthcare creates investment openings

Companies that can streamline the inefficient US healthcare system hold investment potential, says Axa Framlington’s Gemma Game.
18 May 2012 | 10:21 am

Payday loans trap one in five in 'downward spiral of debt'

Which? calls for tighter regulation of payday loans after a survey reveals 20% of people cannot afford to pay back their loans.
18 May 2012 | 10:11 am

Market blog: Spanish fears push FTSE below 5,300

Britain’s FTSE 100 slides as Moody’s downgrades 16 Spanish banks overnight and the country’s borrowing costs remain above 6%.
18 May 2012 | 9:24 am

The four key questions for the global economy

Andrew Milligan, head of global strategy at Standard Life Investments, shares his thoughts on the US, oil, Europe and China.
18 May 2012 | 8:59 am

Overnight Markets: S&P 500 dives to four-month low on poor economic reports

Consumer discretionary, financial and raw material shares suffered the most, while the Nasdaq fell on weakness in tech shares.
18 May 2012 | 5:14 am

Citywire Top Stocks Daily News Digest

All the news from across the web about the companies featured in Citywire's Top Stocks.
18 May 2012 | 5:10 am

Friday Papers: Spain calls for calm after bank downgrade

Shares in troubled Spanish lender Bankia tumbled nearly 30% and Moody’s conducted a sweeping downgrade of other banks.
18 May 2012 | 5:07 am

Fund of the Week: Smith & Williamson Far Eastern Growth Trust

This fund has been adjusted to insulate it from Western woes, focusing instead on the strength of the Asia Pacific region.
18 May 2012 | 5:01 am

The Expert View: Aviva, Kesa Electricals and ICAP

Our daily round-up of analyst recommendations and commentary, featuring Burberry and Smiths Group.
18 May 2012 | 5:01 am

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.
17 May 2012 | 5:31 pm

Shale revolution: where are the opportunities?

Development of shale oil and gas in the US has huge economic implications. We've asked some top investors where the opportunities lie.
17 May 2012 | 5:18 pm

Jubilee bank holiday: how much is it worth?

The extra day off for the jubilee will cost you £100, a survey reveals, but still 74% of people want the extra day to be made permanent.
17 May 2012 | 4:26 pm

400,000 more households to fall into fuel poverty this year

Consumer groups warn that the government is failing to tackle the increasing number of households falling into fuel poverty.
17 May 2012 | 12:48 pm

The Lolly Investor Programme – perfect for beginners

If you’re new to investing look no further. The weekly Lolly Investor Programme presented by Gavin Lumsden, Citywire’s editor in chief, is designed to teach you the basics and get you investing. Sign up for The Lolly email so you don’t miss any.
17 May 2012 | 11:48 am

Inheritance tax guide: what is a trust and how does it work?

Following our guide on avoiding inheritance tax, we look at the trusts that can be set up and how they can benefit you and your family.
17 May 2012 | 10:03 am

Football fans at risk of 'eye-watering' mobile phone bills

Football fans heading out to Ukraine for Euro 2012 could be hit by mobile roaming charges of more than £5,000, warns uSwitch.
17 May 2012 | 9:49 am

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