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Is the Chinese market an undervalued giant?
16 December 2025
With US mega caps hogging headlines, are investors ignoring the potential in the East?
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Market outlook for 2026 – themes, opportunities, concerns
16 December 2025
2025 has been a classic rollercoaster year across markets. Shares have risen strongly, supported by AI-related optimism and prospects of further interest rate cuts. Yet we have also seen spikes in volatility, increased geopolitical tensions and lingering anxiety about inflationary pressures. Fixed income returns have been mixed but provided diversification benefits while supplying attractive income yield. So, what could lie ahead in 2026?
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UK Autumn Budget: Sweeping up the Budget announcements
12 December 2025
Now the dust has settled on the UK Autumn Budget, there were plenty of changes buried in the small print that didn't get much attention but could still affect people in a number of ways. We look at some of the smaller but relevant announcements that could impact your personal finances.
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The power of having a tax plan in place
5 December 2025
With Tax year-end fast approaching, we look at how a thoughtful plan can unlock significant financial benefits. We explain how making a tax plan can boost your income, preserve your wealth and prepare for the future.
4 minutesInvesting
Mansion tax to hit homes worth £2 million or more
28 November 2025
After years of being mulled over by political parties – and months of speculation leading up to the Autumn Budget - the chancellor has confirmed that she will impose a mansion tax on properties worth £2 million or more.
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The Budget lowdown – the topline announcements
26 November 2025
The Chancellor has finally delivered her Autumn Budget and as trailed, there were significant tax increases but also boosts to spending in some areas. There will be winners and losers but undoubtedly higher taxes will be a feature for many.
4 minutesInvesting
Does growth equal good returns?
18 November 2025
Growth companies have been at the heart of the record-breaking rise of US stock markets in recent times. The dominance of the Magnificent Seven in the S&P 500 –including household names such as Apple and Nvidia – means most investors have exposure to growth companies in their portfolios. But do these businesses always mean good returns for investors?
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Talk Money Week 2025 – It’s time to start the conversation about money
4 November 2025
Talking about money helps people make clearer, more confident financial decisions. It also encourages action – so why do so few people do it? In the sixth annual Talk Money Week, the Money and Pensions Advice Service is encouraging people to "Start the conversation".
3 minutesRetirement
Taking your pension while living abroad
30 October 2025
Many people dream of retiring abroad, especially to a country that enjoys more sunshine, and maybe lower tax rates too. Over the past few years, there has been a huge increase in the number of Britons migrating to Dubai, lured by the warm climate and tax-free income. But how does living overseas affect your pension when you come to take money out of it? We look at three popular expat locations and what it means for drawing a UK pension.
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Budget 2025 - Beware of the rumours
22 October 2025
As Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to unveil her second Budget next month, there’s plenty of speculation about what could be announced. Yet experience shows us that making decisions based on unfounded rumours can often lead to unintended consequences
4 minutesInvesting
Are we living in a bubble?
14 October 2025
Financial bubbles form when asset prices disconnect from fundamentals and jump to unsustainable levels. They have been part of the investment landscape since financial markets were first regulated.
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What’s the cost of a comfortable retirement in the UK?
1 August 2025
How much do I need to retire? By the time we reach 55, many of us begin to prioritise pension planning, and this question often tops our minds. With inflation rates still see-sawing, and interest rates falling, the cost of a comfortable retirement may well keep rising. We explore the financial aspects of what a fulfilling retirement may require.
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