Should I invest in gold?

Going for gold is the 3,000-year-old investment strategy.  And it’s proven very resilient in 2025. So is now the time for people in Ireland to invest in gold? Gold has some characteristics that investors just can’t ignore.  When governments raise tariffs, countries fight wars, or political uncertainty increases, share prices can come under pressure. But … Continued

How to talk about money with your adult children

In many ways, Ireland is richer than it’s ever been. For the first time, many families have significant wealth to pass down the generations in due course. That’s surely a good thing – but it also creates new questions and a need for families to plan and have open conversations about money. Money conversations can … Continued

How much should I have in my rainy day fund?

Everyone needs to prepare for the unexpected.  An emergency fund you can access when you need it most is probably the most important savings goal you can set yourself. But this cash needs to be accessible fast, and very low-risk.  That means your rainy day fund is not going to grow very quickly as an … Continued

How to talk about money with your parents in retirement

In many ways, Ireland is richer than it’s ever been. For the first time, many families have significant inter-generational wealth. That’s surely a good thing – but it also creates new questions and a need for families to plan and have open conversations about money. Money conversations can be awkward at the best of times.  … Continued

Best place to invest money in Ireland in 2025

Welcome to Moneycube’s annual roundup of the best investments available in Ireland. We’ve chosen five funds we think have strong potential for the year ahead in the wake of a prosperous 2024.  If you’re looking to invest money in Ireland, read on. Whether you’re a new investor, or looking to invest a large lump sum, we’ve … Continued

5 ideas to make the most of your finances in 2025

Sorting your finances doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time to put a plan in place, implement it, and let the benefits flow through. Here are five ideas to make a fresh start with your finances in 2025. Read on: If you’ve found these tips helpful, you might also like our article in The Journal on … Continued

How did we do in 2024?

Each year, we pick a handful of investment funds available to Irish investors and highlight them on our blog.  We’ve charted below how our 2024 selections performed. Interested in our 2025 picks?  Click here to read more. 2024 was a good year to have your money in the stock market.  Equity markets were up 25.3% … Continued

What will drive markets in 2025?

There’s a degree of optimism in the air in financial markets as the year draws to a close.  2024 has been a strong period for markets, and the overall mindset is one of growth.  Company earnings have been resilient, inflation has been cut, and there’s a sense that there is more to follow for the … Continued