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Risk Warning

The basics every UK investor should know.

Important
Investments can go down as well as up. You may get back less than you put in. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

Capital risk

The value of investments — and the income from them — can fall as well as rise. There is no guarantee you will get back the amount originally invested.

Inflation risk

Cash savings may not keep pace with inflation, eroding purchasing power over time.

Currency risk

Investments in foreign currencies are exposed to FX movements. A strong pound can wipe out gains in overseas markets.

Tax risk

Tax rules change. Allowances and rates referenced on Darisy are current at time of publication; future changes may affect outcomes.

Specific products

Crypto, leveraged products, and CFDs carry significantly higher risk and are not covered by Darisy calculators.

Regulation

UK brokers featured on Darisy are regulated by the FCA. Eligible deposits are protected by the FSCS up to £85,000 per person per institution. Investments are not covered by FSCS for losses due to market movement — only for broker failure.

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