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Feb 6, 2026 Chris Tennant, Fidelity Emerging Markets co-manager, on why AI, semiconductors and commodity/currency shifts are making emerging markets interesting. Andrew Westhead, Retail Director at NS&I, on why premium bonds stay Britain's favourite and how NS&I funds the Treasury. Short, punchy discussions about China, TSMC, prize odds, and how public savings link to government finance.
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Fed Appointment Drives Precious Metals Volatility
- The Fed chair appointment tightened expectations, strengthening the dollar and pressuring gold and silver.
- Safe-haven assets remain volatile and susceptible to both geopolitical shocks and policy signals.
Use A Lifetime ISA To Boost First-Home Deposits
- Consider a Lifetime ISA to boost a first-home deposit with up to £1,000 annual government top-up.
- Check age and price limits: it's for 18–39 year olds and homes up to £450,000.
Evaluate Santander's 2% Deposit Mortgage Carefully
- Santander now offers a first-time buyer mortgage with just a 2% deposit for houses (not new-builds).
- Account for higher rates (5.19% fixed five years) and consider overpaying to build equity before remortgage.