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Could Johnson’s confidence crisis hit your investments?

Here’s how to protect your pennies from political turmoil

Rob Griffin
Wednesday 08 June 2022 11:21 BST
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Markets hate uncertainty and the PM’s future is exactly that
Markets hate uncertainty and the PM’s future is exactly that (PA)

The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose modestly in the wake of Boris Johnson winning his confidence vote, but a wavering pound, notoriously fickle stock markets and international economic stress mean investors are being cautioned not to make any sudden moves.

During this time of financial uncertainty, how can investors shield themselves from such periods of volatility – and could you even benefit?

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