News in Review

The CPI rate of inflation rose to 3.5% in April—above forecasts—driven by energy, services and air fares  The £20,000 ISA limit is to remain but changes to the cash ISA component are under review  The government is expected to expand eligibility for winter fuel payments in the Autumn Budget  “April’s rise in inflation was widely […]

Commercial Property Market Review – May 2025

Q1 2025 West End investments hit £1.71bn, driven by three major transactions despite fewer deals  UK commercial property demand is rebounding, with offices and industrials gaining, while retail lags behind  The Big Six cities, especially Manchester and Leeds, show strong office market recovery and occupier demand West End investment rebounds   London’s West End commercial property […]

News in Review

The UK economy grew 0.7% in Q1 2025, exceeding forecasts and signalling potential recovery momentum  A new UK-EU deal includes border easing, a youth mobility scheme and renewed defence cooperation  The FCA reveals 13 million have low financial resilience, with widespread savings shortfalls and mental stress  “The economy is beginning to turn a corner”  The […]

Navigating uncertainty together 

Economic and political uncertainty can lead to impulsive financial decisions—long-term planning is key  Media headlines create noise, but financial plans should be tailored to personal goals, not speculation.  A strong financial strategy is built to adapt—seek expert advice to stay on track  Over the past five years, we’ve experienced a global pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, political […]

Surging demand for protection insurance – are you covered?

Income protection demand is expected to grow, with 51% of financial advisers predicting an increase in 2025  44% of advisers anticipate rising demand for life insurance, as more people seek financial security   With economic uncertainty, more individuals are prioritising private health insurance and income protection  The demand for health insurance, income protection and life insurance […]

News in Review

The UK secured a trade deal with US, cutting car tariffs and protecting key industries and jobs  A UK-India trade deal slashes tariffs and is expected to add £25bn in annual trade by 2040  The Bank of England cut Bank Rate to 4.25% amid easing inflation and global trade uncertainty  “This historic deal delivers for […]

Closing the investing gap

13 million UK adults are sitting on £430bn in cash, potentially missing out on higher long-term investment returns  Many savers find investing too complex—74% need guidance on choosing the right investments   Holding cash is useful for short-term needs, but long-term investing can offer greater wealth-building potential  A recent report1 estimates 13 million UK adults are […]