Best of British – 3 fund ideas investing in our home market

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Here are 3 UK fund ideas we think could take advantage of an undervalued major market.

This article isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure whether an investment is right for you please seek advice. If you choose to invest the value of your investment will rise and fall, so you could get back less than you put in.

28 July 2023

After a stellar 2022 for the UK’s FTSE All Share index relative to overseas markets, 2023 has seen it left behind so far. Japanese, American and European markets have all started stronger this year.

The obvious question is why the turnaround? One thing has dominated markets this year and that’s inflation.

Remember investments should always be made for the long term – we suggest at least five years. This article isn’t personal advice or a recommendation to invest. All investments can fall as well as rise in value – you could get back less than you invest. If you’re not sure an investment is right for you, please ask for advice.

While other countries have had more success in getting inflation down faster, it’s been more persistent in the UK – although signs of it falling have started to show.

The UK has