Ceri Jones

Barriers have appeared on the path that allows gains to be shielded from capital gains tax. But contracts for difference offer a way forward, says Ceri Jones.

Commodity fundamentals are still in play so investors would do well to maintain some exposure within portfolios, suggests Ceri Jones.

The key to success in commodity investment is often in choosing a suitable strategy for the exposure you seek. For most investors, general commodity funds are most appropriate, but there are alternatives.

Active funds regularly fail to deliver on their marketing hype. Ceri Jones asks whether the passive path to prosperity is a better bet.

Exchange traded funds have gained in popularity but are not universally understood. Ceri Jones sheds light on these products.

Investment markets have rarely been so grim, but can economic forecasts and technical analysis foretell what the immediate future holds? Ceri Jones asks a range of experts to put their necks on the line.

Whether you plan to opt for income drawdown or an annuity, asset allocation in your pension will need to be actively rebalanced to reflect your intentions, says Ceri Jones.

Silver rocketed 50% in the first quarter, but the abrupt sell-off has brought speculators out in force again. However, Ceri Jones sees more to go for with gold.

Pensioners are no longer compelled to take out an annuity, and new EU rules will change these products forever. So should they remain part of your retirement income plan? Ceri Jones investigates.

The gap between price recovery in various commercial property sectors brings opportunity, writes Ceri Jones.