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We know that investing can be quite daunting and we hope that these guides, blogs and other helpful information help our clients better understand a range of topics, so that they are in a better position to make informed decisions.

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    CFS in the news 2026

    Chelsea Financial Services has had a long, established relationship with the press, and you can see some of these articles from 2026 here.

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    2026 half-year investment report card

    If we were writing a half-year school report for 2026, we’d suggest it has performed reasonably well but needs more consistency to fulfil its potential.

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    Why now for short-duration bonds?

    They may not be the most glamorous thing in the world of investing – but short-duration bonds are getting more attention at the moment.

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    Playing it safe in turbulent times

    Winter may be approaching, but financial markets are heating up. Borrowing costs are rising, as inflationary pressures mount.

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    Five funds for investors who want less drama

    Not every investor wants to chase the highest possible returns. For some, avoiding the stomach-churning ups and downs of markets is just as important as making their money grow.

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    Are the world’s biggest companies worth buying?

    They are the giants of the corporate world. But do companies with the largest valuations actually make good investments?

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    Another record year of distributions for VT Chelsea Managed Monthly Income fund

    Investors in VT Chelsea Managed Monthly Income fund set for bumper payout.

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    Five reasons to back Asia and emerging markets

    Last year was a big year for emerging markets, with the MSCI Emerging Markets index returning almost 25%, the best return since 2017*.

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    China wants its consumers to spend more – how can investors benefit?

    China plans to dramatically boost consumption over the next five years – but which companies will benefit if it succeeds?

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    Where the next earnings winners are emerging

    AI companies may be expensive, but there’s no doubting their strength. They have kept delivering on earnings and profitability.

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    Emerging markets are booming – but are investors getting the diversification they expect?

    Superficially, everything has been looking rosy for emerging market investors. However, there is a catch: a significant share of the returns has come from a handful of stocks in a single sector – AI.

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