There’s something gratifying about saving money over time to put aside for a long-term goal. There are plenty of different options to choose from and each has the possibility of a return that may beat inflation. It is important to consider the various types of investments and how they will be incorporated in with your overall financial goals.
Funds and investments
A fund is an investment which pools your money as well as the money of other investors and invests it in different types of assets. This helps spread the risk as you are not dependent on the performance of one asset type. For instance the UK equity fund will be comprised of shares of various British companies.
You can also find funds that have a variety asset types, or sectors that are more specific. That means there’s an investment that will suit every investor regardless of their level of experience, timeframe for investment or approach to risk.
Bond funds are a well-known choice of investment. They are a combination of IOUs, or debt, typically from governments or companies. They can be less volatile than stocks. However, they may be affected by changes in interest rates and the credit rating of the issuer.
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