Structured Products – What They Are And Why You Should Consider Investing In Them Investors and advisers have had to navigate inclement weather in the financial landscape during the past few years. With cash and government securities (gilts) delivering around 4% p.a., bonds and equities volatile, traditional model portfolios aren’t always delivering the outcomes that …
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Choosing The Right Investment Partner For Your Money Investing your money wisely is key to growing your wealth. Whether you’ve come into some money through inheritance, built up savings, or are managing a pension, a strategic approach to investment can significantly impact your financial health. It’s always the right time to reassess your investments, but …
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Investment Markets & The Tax Year End In 2023, investment markets faced challenges due to factors like the Ukraine conflict, Middle East tensions, high inflation, and resulting high interest rates, impacting spending capacity. The UK has a recent legacy of some unique circumstances, including Brexit; multiple prime ministers; a shortage of labour and underinvestment. However, …
Our Top 5 Money Resolutions To Kick Off 2024 Pledging to get our finances in order is a classic New Year’s resolution. While many of us struggle to keep our resolutions, a positive financial reset is achievable with the right actions and guidance. The trick is to set realistic and attainable goals. If you’re looking …
What Does 2024 Hold In The Financial World? As we say farewell to 2023 and welcome to 2024 we consider what may ahead. Here are some thoughts: The UK Economy Western economies did better than expected in 2023, but conditions are likely to remain tough. Some forecasts show growth in the UK economy of 0.7% …
Chancellor’s Autumn Statement 22.11.2023 We have summarised below some of the key points from yesterday’s Autumn Statement from the Chancellor: National Insurance The main employee National Insurance rate will reduce by 2% from 12% to 10%, from 6 January 2024. For the self-employed, the first of two cuts will see the main rate of Class …
Managing Your Pension(s) So Your Retirement Shapes Up How You Want It To As 2024 is almost upon us, it brings with it a renewed sense of opportunity and a chance to prioritise aspects of our lives that may have been overlooked. One such aspect is your pension. Managing your pension(s) isn’t the most exciting …