By Sarah Penney As a novice investor, my primary focus has been on maintaining a healthy portfolio and identifying investment opportunities. However, my involvement with The Engagement Appeal...
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FCA’s Listing Rule Overhaul: Our Expert Weighs in on the Double-Edged Sword for Retail Investors
By Sarah Penney, Millennial Money Writer Last week, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced an overhaul of the process for companies wanting to list on the London Stock Exchange,...
Activism Unleashed: Companies, Protestors, and the Pursuit of Progress
By Sarah Penney Have you noticed the increasingly creative methods activists are finding to lobby companies and attract attention to their causes? We certainly have. As part of our mission to attend...
A New Dialogue is Needed on Investment to Benefit Retail Investors
Following the recent Labour government victory, TEA is calling on the new administration to support retail investors, including driving forward the UK ISA consultation. As the hub for inclusive...
From Novice to Ninja: How One Millennial Went About Choosing the Right Investment Platform
By Sarah Penney In my Millennial Money series, I've been sharing my journey as a newbie investor, writing about how I’ve been trying to educate myself on the ins and outs of the markets, keeping...
Georgia Stewart x The Engagement Appeal: Sustainable Finance and Responsible Investing
by Emmeline Armitage The meeting point of art and commerce is ever-changing and hard to define. What place does art have in the world of finance? How can young, savvy individuals learn to secure...
From Buffet to Barrett: How One Millennial is Gathering Wisdom from Top Finfluencers
By Sarah Penney In a previous article, I explained that I’ve recently started to invest some of my savings and have been trying to increase my financial knowledge (and confidence!) by navigating...
Inflation Is Now 2%: Why Should You Care?
By Joseph Vambe Inflation has long been a critical economic indicator, influencing everything from the cost of groceries to the interest rates on your mortgage. With the recent news that UK...
Gathering Diverse Perspectives on Finance: How One Millennial Navigates the Sea of Information
By Sarah Penney, Millennial Money Writer Where we source our news has undergone a significant shift over the past few decades. YouGov illustrates the go-to news sources for people in...
Finance Trailblazers in the LGBTQ+ Community
By Sarah Bromley, Gen Z Correspondent Money might not see race, gender, or sexuality, but well-intentioned financial advice is often guilty of being aimed toward people who fit a certain...
Elon Musk’s $56bn pay approved thanks (possibly) to retail shareholders
Sarah Penney, Millennial Money Writer Over the past few weeks, Tesla has been on an investor engagement drive to get approval on Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package at this week’s AGM. To achieve...
Unprecedented and Unyielding: The Political Fallout of Trump’s Guilty Verdict
By Joseph Vambe The guilty verdict against former US President Donald Trump represents a significant turning point in American politics, with profound implications for both the domestic political...
Raising Awareness: Men’s Health Week 10-16 June 2024
By Joseph Vambe International Men’s Health Week (IMHW) has been a pivotal event since its inception in 2002, aimed at addressing the unique health issues men face globally. Celebrated annually...
Gen Z are Reshaping the Market: The Rise of Retail and the Urgency for Company Engagement
Retail trading has come a long way from days of reading newspapers and calling brokers. Digital transformation and the COVID-19 pandemic have ushered in a new era, attracting a diverse cohort of...
UK ISA Consultation: TEA Advocates for Investor Engagement
At the Spring Budget, back in March 2024, the government announced the introduction of the UK ISA. This addition to the ISA family will offer an additional £5,000 tax-free savings allowance to the...
Why British Business is Turning to Labour?
By Joseph Vambe As the United Kingdom gears up for a General Election on Thursday, 4th July 2024, an intriguing shift in political allegiances is unfolding within the business community. For the...
Nationwide £100 Fairer Share Bonus Returns: Check if You’re Eligible
Nationwide Building Society has once again unveiled its 'Fairer Share' bonus scheme, offering eligible members a £100 payout this summer, totalling £385 million. The bonus will be directly credited...
The FCA’s anti-greenwashing guidelines come into effect next week. What can we expect?
The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) new anti-greenwashing guidelines come into effect next week, meaning ESG is firmly on the regulator's radar and action should be happening on-the-ground. The...
Rishi Sunak’s Strategic Gamble: Why a July Election Amid Economic Uncertainty?
By Joseph Vambe Without an umbrella in the pouring rain on the evening of 22 May 2024, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made the unexpected announcement of a general election set for July. This decision,...
Celebrating National Numeracy Day and How It Relates to Our Finances
By Tyler Hilgeman On May 22, the UK celebrated National Numeracy Day. It’s a day dedicated to promoting numeracy in the life of children and adults alike. While maths and numbers can seem esoteric...
The Engagement Appeal x Barty Wardell: The Role of AI in Business Industries
By Emmeline Armitage The meeting point of art and commerce is ever-changing and hard to define. What place does art have in the world of finance? How can young, savvy individuals learn to secure...
The long-time AGM dream
The long-time AGM dream: Here is some background to the journey that I and The Engagement Appeal - TEA are taking ✨ Think me crazy, but those who have known me for some time or worked with me will...
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