Positioning portfolios in a protectionist world

US Vice President JD Vance spelled it out in Munich – “there is a new sheriff in town” – and that sheriff’s policies are already having far-reaching consequences. While dealing with geopolitical uncertainties is clearly nothing new for long-term investors, Trump’s re-election has once again vividly highlighted the need for a sound investment approach based […]

Money – In the news

Child Trust Funds still unclaimed  Some 728,000 people who have recently turned 18 have not claimed their Child Trust Fund, figures1 show, with the total value of unclaimed money amounting to £1.4bn. Many eligible young people do not know that their account exists, campaigners say. MPs are urging more action from HMRC to inform potential […]

Economic Review April 2025

The UK economy grew 0.5% in February, driven by strong service and manufacturing sectors despite looming headwinds  Inflation dipped to 2.6% in March, but April’s household bill hikes are expected to reverse the trend  The labour market weakened as vacancies fell, though wage growth remained robust amid cost pressures and job cuts  UK economy returns […]